World data suggests TikTok is most popular social app, claims study
TikTok may have the crown as the most downloaded social media app globally during the pandemic, but new research by comparethemarket.com reveals that Facebook is still Brits’ favourite platform – and that only one in 10 (11%) favour the video-based app. Following data revealing the top eight downloaded apps over the pandemic, comparethemarket.com polled UK social media…
Interview: Lynne Oldham, Chief People Officer, Zoom
As people slowly return to their offices after the Covid-19 pandemic, Chris Price talks to Lynne Oldham, Chief People Officer at Zoom about the future of the video conferencing software... Do you think the shift to home working is permanent or will we see demand for services like Zoom fall with people returning to the office…
‘Don’t get your knickers in a twist’, voted favourite British phrase
Researchers polled 2,000 adults to find out the most popular dialect sayings with 'Don't get your knickers in a twist' topping the list. Other beloved phrases include ‘a curtain twitcher’ – ‘a nosey person’, ‘it’s a dreich day’ – ‘a miserable day’ and ‘having a blether’ – ‘a chat’ or ‘a gossip’. But there are…
ShinyShiny roundup: Legal right for repairs introduced
Washing machines, TVs and fridges will be cheaper to own under a new legal right for repairs, the government says. From Thursday, manufacturers will have to make spares available to consumers, with the aim of extending the lifespan of products by up to 10 years, it said. Higher energy standards this year will also knock…
6 in 10 Brits think alien invasion is inevitable
Six in 10 Brits think an alien invasion is inevitable and 80 per cent have a plan to deal with it, according to research. The study of 2,000 adults revealed the hilarious things they'd do if aliens paid us a visit - including hiding under the bed, pretending to be out, or simply panicking. Other…
The Many Benefits Of Laser Hair Removal
When it comes to hair removal, you have so many different options to choose from, from waxing and shaving to plucking and hair removal cream. However, one option you should certainly consider is laser hair removal treatment. Read on to discover the benefits you can expect from the best laser hair removal. There are so…
ShinyShiny tech round up: Scientists develop Covid-detecting mask
Scientists have developed a prototype face mask that can diagnose whether its wearer has COVID-19 within 90 minutes. The tiny, disposable sensors designed by engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard could potentially be adapted to detect other pathogens in the future. The key technology is in the sensor which is based on…
3 in 4 would leave hotel room if they discovered dirty sheets
A quarter of travellers would be put off a hotel within ‘seconds’ if the cleanliness was not up to scratch — with dirty bedsheets, a grimy bathroom and bad smells the top gripes. A study of 2,000 adults found three quarters would leave a hotel or B&B if they found dirty bedsheets waiting for them, while 71…
ShinyShiny tech round up: Apple products should be kept away from ‘medical devices’
Apple has listed products it says should be kept a "safe distance" away from medical devices like pacemakers and implanted defibrillators. The list includes iPhone 12 models, Apple Watch and MacBook Pro. Many consumer-electronic devices contain components, such as magnets, which can interfere with medical devices. The BBC has asked for comment from Apple, which…
Popular Trends Shaping The Beauty and Cosmetics Industry for 2021
The beauty and cosmetics industry keeps on evolving and for the better. Although the coronavirus pandemic has had a significant impact on the industry, 2021 has received a rollercoaster of surprises, and we expect much more. Many people are now shifting to liquid makeup, natural practices and cosmetic procedures. Again, the ongoing trends are bound…
