Top 40 things adults miss most from childhood – holidays top list
The top things adults miss most from childhood are waking up without a care in the world, school holidays, and having no life admin. A study of 2,000 Brits revealed the activities they long for from their youth, with more than half (56 per cent) admitting they have lost their sense of fun with age.…
ShinyShiny snippets: Elon Musk admits running Twitter has been ‘quite painful’
Elon Musk and James Clayton. Image: BBC Elon Musk has said running Twitter has been "quite painful" and "a rollercoaster", in a last-minute interview with the BBC. The multi-billionaire entrepreneur also said that he would sell the company if the right person came along. The interview, aired live from Twitter HQ,…
Wind and solar reached a record 12% of global electricity in 2022
Wind and solar reached a record 12% of global electricity in 2022, up from 10% in 2021, according to a major report launched today by energy think tank Ember. The report forecasts that from 2023 wind and solar will push the world into a new era of falling fossil generation, and therefore falling power sector…
How to save on UK Holidays this Summer
As the cost of living crisis continues to impact household budgets up and down the country, we've got together with Which? to round up top tips for how to slash hundreds of pounds from the cost of going on holiday in the UK. Be flexible on location Choosing the right destination can have a big…
GCHQ appoints first female director in its history
Security and intelligence agency GCHQ has appointed a female director for the first time in its 104-year history. Anne Keast-Butler, who is currently serving as deputy director general at MI5, will take up the post running the UK's intelligence service next month. She will succeed Sir Jeremy Fleming who announced in January he would be…
8 Warning Signs of Addiction You Should Be Aware Of
The nature of addiction is complex, but some classic warning signs indicate someone may be dealing with an addiction to a substance or activity. Whether it's your behaviors and habits you've noticed or those of someone close to you have been raising alarm bells—it's essential to know the telltale signs before addiction takes hold. Armed…
ShinyShiny snippets: Amazon’s Book Depository to close down
UK-based online store Book Depository is being closed down by its parent company, the US technology giant Amazon. Book Depository has told customers it will cease operations later this month after almost two decades in business. It comes after Amazon announced plans to cut thousands of jobs as it shakes up its businesses globally. The…
Top 20 things Brits want to change about their lives
Millions of Brits are ready to switch up almost every aspect of their lives - including their homes, social lives, fitness levels ... and their partners. A study of 2,000 adults found 59 per cent are in need of a change in their lives, with 61 per cent going as far as to say they…
US Masters 2023: The Ultimate Golfing Challenge Awaits
The US Masters is one of the most prestigious and eagerly awaited events in the world of golf. Held annually at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia, the tournament attracts top players from around the world, all vying for the coveted green jacket and the chance to make golfing history. We will take a…
ShinyShiny snippets: TikTok fined £12.7m by UK’s data watchdog
TikTok has been fined £12.7m for failing to protect the privacy of children, the UK's data watchdog has said. An investigation conducted by the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) found the video-sharing app breached data protection law. It says the breaches happened between May 2018 and July 2020. TikTok says it disagrees with the ICO's decision.…
