Lifestyle

The English and French, neighbours separated by a mere channel, have cultures as distinct as chalk and cheese. Here’s a look at 17 things the English tolerate with a stiff upper lip that the French would rather toss into the Seine with a disdainful scoff. 1. Lukewarm Beer In England, room-temperature ale is a sign … Read more

Let’s strip back the veneer of polite British reserve and delve into the nitty-gritty. The reality of diversity and inclusion in the UK is as diverse and complex as the population it seeks to represent. 1. Gender-Neutral Passports: A Legal Labyrinth The UK’s dance with the idea of gender-neutral passports is less cha-cha-cha and more … Read more

A major European study has shown that obese workers are more likely to take days off through ill health than those at a healthy weight. 63.8% of UK Adults Overweight The study’s concern is the economic impact. Nearly 64% of UK adults are overweight, making the workforce particularly vulnerable to sickness absence.  The Greater the … Read more

British fashion has always been at the forefront of style and innovation, setting trends that have swept across the globe. However, not every fashion trend from the UK has caught on internationally. Here are 21 uniquely British fashion statements that, for various reasons, never quite made the leap to worldwide popularity. 1. Pearly King and … Read more

The UK’s high streets, once bustling centres of commerce and community, have been facing a gradual decline. A combination of factors, including the rise of online shopping, high business rates, and changing consumer habits, has left many town centres struggling. Here’s a look at 18 towns that exemplify the challenges faced by high streets across … Read more

Navigating the English language is akin to embarking on a whimsical journey through history and culture, with each phrase revealing its peculiar backstory. Here’s a humorous dive into 21 English phrases that seem to have been conjured up during a particularly quirky moment in time, complete with a hint at their origins. 1. “Bob’s Your … Read more

Ah, the Baby Boomers – a generation as famous for its cultural revolutions as it is for those catchphrases that have the younger gens rolling their eyes into the next postcode. Let’s check out the 21 most irritating: 1. “Back in my day…” The classic opener to any tale that usually ends with how much … Read more

Buckle up, nostalgia hunters! We’re zooming back to the ’90s, a time when Britpop was the soundtrack to our lives, and the Spice Girls taught us about girl power. If the words “You’ve got mail” thrill you more than they should, you’re in the right place. Let’s take a cheeky stroll down memory lane and … Read more

GB News has, once again, come under scrutiny for perpetuating a conspiracy theory, with its recent broadcast linking net zero policies to planned depopulation. Here’s the full story. Right Wing News GB News, the right-wing, hedge fund-backed British news channel, has the dubious honour of being the subject of more headlines than possibly any other … Read more

Buckle up for a luminous journey across the UK’s brightest corners, where sunglasses are more a necessity than an accessory. If you’re plotting an escape from the perpetual drizzle or just curious about where in the UK you can bask under the most blue skies, you’re in for a treat. This countdown shines a light … Read more