All news by author: Andrew Young

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One in three parents say taste and texture put them off taste-testing baby food
However, more than a third admit they would be anxious to feed their baby something new without first trying it for themselves
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Only a quarter of adults who exercise say they find doing so fun, study shows
Nearly two-thirds say they workout for the physical gain - with 27% claiming their key motivation is to change the way they look
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Supercomputer names most likely winner of 2024 Cheltenham Gold Cup
The prediction came after a supercomputer analysed data going back to 1990 - to reveal the top characteristics of a 'typical' race winner
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Top signs you are the favourite child - like your mum talking about you the most
Nearly one in four mothers admit to having a favourite among their offspring - with a fifth of these having more photos on display of one particular child
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Top 10 gifts for mums this Mother's Day - including flowers and chocolates
Nine in 10 of those planning to visit their mums this weekend will take them gifts - with some treating them to a meal out or an afternoon tea experience
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Brits have travelled to places like Corfu and Rome after being inspired by books
Frances Mayes' “Under the Tuscan Sun” topped a list of novels that have inspired people to visit the locations within their pages, the research found
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Women would rather open up to colleagues - than their partner
Other things they are more likely to discuss at work include their physical and mental health, and struggles with their children, the research found
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'The Greatest Track on Earth' launches for the new F1 season - using AI
With elements of Silverstone, Spa and Suzuka, the 'perfect' F1 track has been made to launch the new racing season
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Brits have voted the top 20 most memorable TV moments of all time
The top 20 memories in TV include moments from Only Fools and Horses, Fawlty Towers, Britain's Got Talent and The Inbetweeners.
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Top 30 things that make people feel unlucky - from flat tyres to losing things
Superstitious Brits claim they experience over 500 misfortunes every year - from losing their belongings, to always getting caught at red lights
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Over half of learner drivers failed their theory test in 2023, study finds
This amounted to over £16 million wasted across the UK - with 711,000 disappointed aspiring motorists paying £23 a go to sit the test
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Gen Z's share their top 10 favourite DJs - Fred Again tops the list
The 30-year-old electronic artist came out ahead of global superstars Calvin Harris and David Guetta, according to the research
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Hidden banking fees are stopping small business owners from growing, study finds
The high charges are also holding them back from hiring new staff, and cutting the price of their goods and services, according to research
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Eight in 10 Brits deem toilet roll 'essential' - but government charge VAT on it
Shoppers across the UK are paying almost £250 million a year in VAT alone, on the household item - with the typical home getting through 127 rolls a year
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Birmingham, London, and Manchester are best UK cities for vegans, study finds
Nearly two-thirds of those in Birmingham are happy with the range of plant-based options available in local eateries, according to the research
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Top 15 celebrities with stylish specs - from Johnny Depp to Victoria Beckham
Other famous faces who sport trendy eyewear include Lady Gaga, Jeff Goldblum, and Victoria Beckham, according to the research
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Families endure 12 illnesses a year - but six in 10 parents 'power on through'
Seven in 10 mums and dads say family life is making them feel ill more often - but over half admit they don't look after themselves properly when unwell, a study has found
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Brits' top favourite foods from Korea include kimchi, BBQ, and bibimbap
Nearly one in six Brits have picked up Korean ingredients from the supermarket - with Korean fried chicken named as the dish they are most likely to have tried
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Top 30 ways Brits express their love in relationships - like cooking dinner
Other common ways to show your partner you care include complimenting how they look, celebrating their small achievements, and telling them you miss them, the research found
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Top 30 items lovelorn Brits keep hold of from past relationships
Photographs, jewellery, love letters, and birthday or Christmas cards, top the list of old belongings people have a hard time getting rid of after a break-up
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NHS waiting list patients missing out on holidays, due to travel insurance costs
But one in five plan to travel this year without insurance - while more than a tenth will fork out up to £1,000 extra on specialist cover, to ensure they are protected
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Florist offers thorn-free roses this Valentine's Day, for those hurt by 'pricks'
Nationwide florist brand, Arena Flowers, is stripping the spikes from the flowers this February - and singletons can even keep the thorns, as a memento of their ex
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More than eight in 10 Brits claim they were not taught about pensions at school
And as a result, many feel anxious, confused, or overwhelmed when it comes to retirement planning - with more than half considering it to be a minefield
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Top 30 worries British expats have before moving abroad - like feeling lonely
Other concerns about relocating overseas include not being able to understand the local language, and finding a job or somewhere to live, the research found
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One in four Londoners consider themselves competitive, research finds
In fact, 23% would even admit to being a sore loser - with four in 10 saying that finishing in second place is just as bad as coming in last