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For generations, pub nights formed the backbone of British social life. The clink of pint glasses, chatter over pool tables, and shared stories across wooden bar tops created a ritual that defined evenings out. Yet in recent years, the rhythms of adult leisure have been quietly transforming. Instead of heading to the local, many are staying at home, finding their entertainment through streaming platforms, virtual gatherings, and gaming sessions. It is not simply convenience driving this change; it reflects broader shifts in how adults are choosing to spend both their money and their time. Online gaming is playing a similarly…

A new study has revealed that more than half of UK adults find their weight loss goals derailed by even a single setback, with nearly one in five abandoning their efforts entirely when faced with challenges. The research, commissioned by Slimming World, the largest weight-loss organisation in the UK and Ireland, surveyed 2,003 adults and sheds light on the significant hurdles people face in their attempts to shed pounds. According to the findings, 77 per cent of adults in the UK have attempted to lose weight at some point, with the average person trying seven times in their lifetime. Yet,…

A new study by the education charity Let Me Know (LMK) has uncovered alarming levels of relationship abuse among young adults, with over a third admitting their partner has tracked their location without consent. The research, which surveyed individuals aged 16 to 25, found that 71% of young adults have experienced some form of relationship abuse, with nearly half (47%) reporting incidents within the past year. The rise of social media platforms has exacerbated these issues, making it increasingly difficult for young people to identify abusive behaviours. Snapchat was singled out as the primary platform where such abuse occurs, with…

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