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One in 10 wine drinkers think all rose is made by mixing red and white
A poll of 2,000 adults found that many people have common misconceptions about wine - including how to serve and store it
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1 in 10 drinkers don’t know how rosé is made according to new poll - do you?
One in 10 wine drinkers believe all rosé is made by mixing white and red, according to a poll.The colour and flavour of most rosé, which is usually
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England fans' biggest fears for Euro 2024 as they pick out 'fanxiest' scenarios
A poll of 1,606 Three Lions supporters has found the biggest 'fanxieties' ahead of the tournament in Germany, with penalty shootouts top of the list
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Pizza can reduce stress during sports games - just in time for Euro 2024
Pitch Side podcast host, Theo Baker, had his blood pressure monitored while he was watching some stressful footballing moments - and the results were surprising
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Brits face three 'everyday irritations' each day - from potholes to slow walkers
Over two-thirds of Brits admit they feel more annoyed generally now than 'ever before' - with the most frustrating time of day coming as early as 8am
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Three in 10 young adults feel popularity of a fry-up is at an all-time low
One in 10 people, aged 18-34, never tuck into the traditional breakfast meal - with over a third feeling it is too greasy or fatty
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Best car for first-time drivers is the Toyota Aygo, according to research
A poll of 1,000 motorists who've passed their driving test in the last three years identified what they'd want from their inaugural motor - and the Toyota Aygo came out on top
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Nearly one in five Brits struggle to find inspiration for what to do on holiday
And as such, they spend over an hour a day of their getaway trying to make plans - nearly 17 and a half hours, during a typical, two-week trip
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Nearly half of Brits feel they are busier now than ever before, study finds
And almost two-thirds would be keen for tips on how to make time for fun - as 37% claim to have “forgotten” how to set aside time for themselves
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Work and chores are top things standing in the way of 'me-time', busy Brits say
Nearly one in three say they don't prioritise time for themselves enough - enjoying just 46 minutes of free time each day
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Brits only get 46 minutes of free time a day - and most of it is spent in bed
A poll of 2,000 adults found me-time is a rarity for most, with work (56 per cent), chores (57 per cent), and life admin (30 per cent) among the biggest barriers
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Brits know more about Netflix and the Royal Family than they do about gut health
Nearly half feel that a healthy gut is a priority - but one in five don't even know where the organ is located in their body, the research found
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Top 10 British sportspeople of the 21st century - Sir Mo Farah tops list
The four-time Olympic gold medallist came out ahead of the likes of Sir Andy Murray, and Sir Lewis Hamilton, according to sports fans
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Bring back plug-in car grant to help boost EV sales, says car manufacturer Fiat
The grant was scrapped in 2022 after being cut by 70% - but Fiat says the government is making it harder to reach its own electric vehicle targets
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Top 20 ways Brits want to adopt a more 'Italian' approach to life
Two-thirds of UK adults admire Italy's 'La Dolce Vita' philosophy - and are keen to emulate their passion for food, and slower pace of life
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Top 10 most motivational songs - from Kanye West hit to Eye Of The Tiger
The 2007 UK number one hit appeared on 14 of the 65 most popular motivational playlists on Spotify and Apple Music, according to an analysis
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Are YOU team hot or cold? Survey reveals the right way to enjoy Weetabix
WHAT is the right way to enjoy Weetabix? Fans have had their say on whether it’s better with hot or cold milk… and the results take the biscuit.A
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Top 40 features of a perfect garage - a large tool chest tops the list
Other must-haves in a car storage space include a vehicle charging port, super-fast internet - and a high-level security system, according to motoring enthusiasts
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Somerset beach tops list of UK's 100 best 'off-the-beaten-track' spots
Other stunning locations Brits are unlikely to have heard of include Talybont Reservoir in Wales, and Talisker Bay, on Scotland's Isle of Skye
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Top 10 best things about having a dog at Christmas - from photobomb to sleep
Eight in 10 will even buy their pet a present - and love seeing them play with new toys, and rip wrapping paper to shreds, the research found
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Mums, dads, and partners are hardest people to buy gifts for, study finds
But luckily, this Christmas, help is on hand for stressed shoppers - from a professional psychic, who claims to be able to reveal the perfect presents for even the hardest to buy for
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Free returns policy is most important thing for seven in 10 online shoppers
As a growing number of retailers start to impose charges for returning items purchased online, nearly six in 10 consumers say they won't shop with companies who do so
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Top full English breakfast foods include eggs, sausages, and bacon, study finds
However, one in five who enjoy the morning meal, don't like runny elements such as baked beans or egg yolk, touching other foods on their plate
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One in five drivers rarely, or never, check the condition of their car tyres
More than a tenth admit they wouldn't know how to do so - with one in four unsure where their spare tyre is kept, while 45% don't know what their tyre pressure should be
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Hundreds of adults have committed a 'financial fib', poll finds
MORE than two thirds of adults have committed a "financial fib" - lied about earnings, money spent on purchases, taken out secret loans, or kept hidde
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