Lifestyle

Middle age sneaks up like a rogue double-decker bus. Here’s the real lowdown on this unglamorous ascent into your older and supposedly wiser years. 1. Aches and Pains Everywhere Body’s new hobby? Collecting random aches. Bonus points if you groan when standing up. 2. Slower Metabolism Metabolism has gone from sprint to slow saunter. Now, … Read more

Government policies can significantly impact your retirement plans, often making it harder to secure a comfortable future. Here are twenty policies that add to the challenge. 1. Increasing State Pension Age The steady rise in the state pension age means working longer before you can retire. This policy delays financial independence for many. 2. Reduced … Read more

Have you ever felt that your healthcare quality swings wildly based on where you live? You’re in good company. There’s a glaring divide in healthcare standards throughout the UK, with certain regions providing premium services and others struggling to keep up. Let’s explore which areas offer a winning healthcare experience and where it feels more … Read more

Delve into the comprehensive crime statistics of the UK, revealing insights into areas where safety and tranquillity are particularly paramount. This exploration not only sheds light on areas with heightened crime rates but also underscores the importance of community safety initiatives and law enforcement efforts nationwide. 1. Cleveland, Yorkshire Tops with a crime rate of … Read more

Have you noticed fewer people heading to Sunday services? As society evolves, the traditional pull of the church seems to be waning among Brits, but why? 1. Secular Society The UK is becoming increasingly secular, with traditional religious beliefs giving way to a more scientific and empirical understanding of the world. Many find the church’s … Read more

The Conservative party has stirred up controversy after pledging to amend the 2010 Equality Act to define sex as “biological sex,” but now a new poll has revealed that a majority of British Citizens support the change. Addressing Confusion This amendment to the Equality Act is meant to address the “confusion” that surrounds the United … Read more

Navigating the peculiarities of global cultures can be quite the bewildering adventure for any Brit. Here’s what leaves us scratching our heads when we venture beyond our rainy isle: 1. Dinner at 10 PM Why on earth do some people start dinner when most of us are contemplating our pyjamas? Surely there’s a more suitable … Read more

In a nation renowned for its etiquette and order, what are the things that really get under the skin of Brits? Could addressing these peeves help us all to loosen up a bit? 1. Jumping the Queue Nothing ignites British fury like someone skipping the queue. Perhaps it’s time to take a deep breath and … Read more

Ah, the 1970s in the UK—an era when flares were wide and political scandals wide-reaching. But was it really the golden age of freedom and funk, or are we just nursing a national nostalgia hangover? 1. The Music Was Actually Good The decade kicked off with Bowie’s glam and ended with punk’s promise of rebellion. … Read more

The 1980s were a unique and defining decade in the UK, full of cultural and societal gems that many of us still yearn for today. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and remember 20 things from the 80s that we miss. 1. Council Houses Remember when council houses were actually available and affordable? Thatcher’s … Read more