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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Exact time Brits are most likely to get ‘hangry' revealed in survey – do you agree?
A SURVEY has revealed the exact time Brits are most likely to get 'hangry'. The portmanteau refers to the combined emotion of 'hungry' and 'angry' - a common feeling among those surveyed. Advertisement 3 A poll of 2,000 Brits has revealed the most common time to get 'hangry' Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 3 Tackle your hunger with the new McDonald's Big Arch burger Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk The average Brit gets 'hangry' around 100 times a year – typically at 2.22pm. A poll of 2,000 adults found 72 per cent have fallen victim to this at one time or another – with 45 per cent of these stating 'you wouldn't like me when I'm hangry.' And being in this state of mind has far-reaching consequences - 32 per cent admit it impacts their motivation to do anything productive. While 17 per cent revealed it has led to a mistake at work and 30 per cent said their sense of humour has taken a hit. Advertisement Read more News Commissioned by McDonald's, which has launched the new Big Arch burger made with two 100 per cent British and Irish beef patties, topped with white cheddar, onions, lettuce, pickles, and Big Arch sauce, the research found 26 per cent admit they cope 'poorly' with hanger symptoms. Almost a third (31 per cent) say they've been caught out by a loud stomach rumble in a meeting, while 12 per cent have even experienced an ill-timed grumbling stomach mid-date. A spokesperson for McDonald's: "It's an easy trap to fall into because hanger can spring upon us at any moment. 'It's important that we are prepared for these moments and have something on hand to relieve the hanger symptoms.' Advertisement Most read in The Sun Other than lack of food, the study found stress (39 per cent) is the biggest cause of hanger, with lack of sleep (33 per cent) also a common factor. More than a third (35 per cent) revealed it tends to happen mostly when they're bored – although 27 per cent say it's unpredictable – and occurs at 'random times.' McDonald's CEO reveals major 'menu news' as fans cry for snack wrap return Hanger doesn't just strike on the go—it's a regular challenge at home too, with 24 per cent saying it's a common problem in their household. It emerged 63 per cent recognise the signs of hanger before it fully takes over, according to the figures. Advertisement And when it hits, speed matters —57 per cent act fast and reach for something readily available, while 36 per cent attempt to curb it with water. Those aged between 18 and 24 are the hangriest age group, with 48 per cent admitting this happens to them at least three times per week. A spokesperson for 'A quick solution is always key so that you can continue to go about your day, at your best.' Advertisement 3 The poll found 72% of British adults have experienced the emotion Credit: Getty
Daily Mirror
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Brits who share their name with a celebrity become 'instantly memorable'
Most Brits wouldn't be able to avoid the topic if they met someone with the same name as a celebrity Taylor Swift, David Beckham and Beyoncé are among the famous names that Brits have encountered in real life. Some have met people sharing names with celebrities such as James Martin, Ian Wright and Martin Lewis, while others have come across common names like Emma Watson, Tom Cruise and Jennifer Lopez. Research suggests that meeting someone who shares a name with a celebrity leaves a lasting impression and makes that person instantly more memorable. A fifth confessed they'd be tempted to ask about it if they met them. It was found that 56% of people would never forget someone with a celebrity name, as 29% believe it's a brilliant ice breaker. The study revealed that 13% of those surveyed share a first or last name with a big-name star, according to figures from The topic of their name is regularly brought up in conversation, and for a quarter they find these encounters amusing. The research was carried out to launch Blue Light Card's new ticketing platform which offers free and discounted tickets to exclusive events to members of the emergency services, NHS, social care sector, teaching community, and armed forces; as a way of saying thank you. To celebrate the launch, five women named Mrs Carter were treated to a VIP experience at Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter concert in London. The experience included glamorous makeovers and a paparazzi-style photoshoot. Mrs Addy Carter from Colchester, who has dedicated over five years as a military medic, opened up about the gratification her role brings: "As a medic in the Armed Forces, I get to help people every day and can be deployed overseas to assist with humanitarian aid at a moment's notice. "Being able to support people with injuries - to make them feel safe and cared for - makes me so happy and proud of what I do. Wherever I'm based, I know I'm making a difference. As part of my work, I also see the incredible effort of NHS staff, which really inspires me." Reflecting on her experience at the Cowboy Carter Tour, she shared: "I've had so much fun meeting some other inspiring Mrs Carters from different industries and hearing about what they do. "We got glitz and glammed and treated like superstars for a night at the Cowboy Carter Tour to celebrate the launch of Blue Light Tickets." Tarun Gidoomal, CCO for Blue Light Card, celebrated their community heroes by saying "Our community are superstars. While one Mrs Carter entertains a stadium, ours continue to serve the nation and whether that's saving lives or supporting their communities, they show up day in, day out." He also highlighted the challenges that members face when trying to enjoy live music due to conflicting schedules: "Our members told us that they struggle to access live music, with queueing systems and ticket drops clashing with shift patterns. "For so many in our community, live events are more than just entertainment, it's that let-your-hair-down feeling after a string of long days and demanding shifts." TOP 20 CELEB NAMESAKES BRITS HAVE ENOUNTERED IN REAL LIFE: James Martin Ian Wright Martin Lewis Emma Watson Taylor Swift Beyoncé David Beckham Ruth Jones Robbie Williams Jamie Oliver Jennifer Lopez Tom Cruise Ed Sheeran George Michael John Lennon James May Katy Perry Paul McCartney Angelina Jolie Stephen Graham
Scotsman
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Rapper Lady Leshurr launches diss track against ‘fake' Krispy Kreme doughnuts
British rapper Lady Leshurr has released a diss track taking aim at Krispy Kreme 'dupes'. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Titled 'We Run This Glaze', Lashurr, who has previously taken part in Celebrity Masterchef, Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins and Dancing on Ice, calls out against any dodgy bakes. It comes following a 'part exchange' programme, run by Krispy Kreme last Friday, on National Doughnut Day (June 6), where customers were allowed to swap a half-eaten doughnut from rival brands for a new one, to weed out 'dupes' of its Original Glazed product. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The event was armed with experts who were on hand to 'verify' the dupes with indicators to look at the texture of the dough, glorious glaze cracks, and the iconic shape. Lady Leshurr said: 'For me, an original is always the best thing, whether that's music or doughnuts. 'You have to remind people who the originals are, otherwise history gets rewritten by the copycats.' The tongue-and-cheek rap follows research of 2,000 adults, conducted by that revealed 73 per cent of those who have bought 'fake' food and drink items were left disappointed. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Of the 49 per cent who have bought a dupe, 79 per cent said it was 'not the same'. And 72 per cent would be willing to pay more money for an original or authentic product. Krispe Kreme gave away free Original Glazed doughnut on National Doughnut Day last Friday (June 6) | Will Ireland/PinPep 'Original is always the best thing, whether that's music or doughnuts,' Lady Leshurr said A spokesperson for Krispy Kreme said: 'They say imitation is the ultimate form of flattery, and we have seen many copies of our iconic doughnuts over the years. 'But we all know a dupe is rarely as good as the real thing. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We want doughnut fans to enjoy the best of the best, so turn your backs on the dupes and stick with the original.' The research further revealed that only 21 per cent felt the dupes they bought were as good as the real thing, with 10 per cent going as far as to say they were always disappointed. And 30 per cent even claimed they sent a dupe back so they could go and get the original instead. While 53 per cent have admitted they are unlikely to ever buy another dupe again after feeling let down in the past.
Scottish Sun
11-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Brits reveal most expensive holiday mistakes from £30 Coca-Cola to £80 t-shirts
Take the quiz to see if you are an 'international money master' HOLIDAMAKERS have revealed some of the most expensive things they've bought by accident - in another country. A poll of 2,000 travellers found one had mistakenly stumped up £30 for a single glass of Coca-Cola in Rome, while another bought a t-shirt for £80 that they thought was £10. Advertisement Try out the clever Post Office quiz Three in 10 felt they have often paid more for something on holiday because they were a tourist. Other shocking expenses accidentally incurred by respondents included a single shot of whiskey ending up at £48. While someone else forked out £25 for a taxi ride in Amsterdam – only to find themselves arriving at their destination after less than a mile. The research, carried out by Post Office, showed travellers often suffer with currency confusion, as a fifth (21 per cent) admitted to getting confused about how much money is worth 'in pounds' when they go away. Advertisement Which leads to a quarter (26 per cent) paying more than expected for something. Six in 10 correctly knew £5 sterling would get them between $6-$7 in the US, the remaining 40 per cent were clueless, with a quarter (24 per cent) of them guessing they'd get less than $6. Probably the most common conversion for Brits – euros – also confused respondents, with almost a third (32 per cent) not knowing what £5 would get them. Instead of the correct answer of €5-€6, 17 per cent thought it would be less than €5 and 13 per cent thought it would be as high as €8. Advertisement With nearly four in 10 (39 per cent) attempting to work out local currency rates in their own heads, it's no wonder things can go wrong. While just over one in 20 (six per cent) will ask somebody nearby and then take their word for it, according to the figures. Laura Plunkett, head of travel money at Post Office, which commissioned the research to raise awareness of its Travel Money Card said: 'Our research reveals many travellers overestimate their ability to mentally convert currencies on the go, and that can lead to overspending. "We wanted to highlight how easily confusion around exchange rates can impact holiday budgets - no one wants to waste time abroad worrying about money. Advertisement "It's surprising that only 19 per cent of travellers use a prepaid travel card for their spending abroad when it can allow travellers to lock in a good rate before travelling." The study found respondents are taking measures to stop them accidentally spending a fortune on holiday keepsakes – with 17 per cent relying on currency conversion apps. And when it comes to money safety, they are taking measures to keep their money more secure while travelling – with 49 per cent using a separate card which is not linked to their main bank account for spending abroad – keeping their 'main funds' safe from fraudsters or thieves. Laura Plunkett for Post Office, which has a Travel App which allows holidaymakers to check exchange rates and track spending in real time, added: 'Nothing disrupts a holiday like a financial mishap. Keeping your travel money separate from your main account is a smart move to give you greater control, clearer visibility of what you're spending, and an extra layer of protection – and something 96 per cent of respondents agreed was important. Advertisement 'Whether you're budgeting carefully or just want to avoid mixing travel purchases with everyday costs, this small step can make a big difference to your trip.'
Scotsman
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Rapper Lady Leshurr launches diss track against ‘fake' Krispy Kreme doughnuts
British rapper Lady Leshurr has released a diss track taking aim at Krispy Kreme 'dupes'. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Titled 'We Run This Glaze', Lashurr, who has previously taken part in Celebrity Masterchef, Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins and Dancing on Ice, calls out against any dodgy bakes. It comes following a 'part exchange' programme, run by Krispy Kreme last Friday, on National Doughnut Day (June 6), where customers were allowed to swap a half-eaten doughnut from rival brands for a new one, to weed out 'dupes' of its Original Glazed product. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The event was armed with experts who were on hand to 'verify' the dupes with indicators to look at the texture of the dough, glorious glaze cracks, and the iconic shape. Lady Leshurr said: 'For me, an original is always the best thing, whether that's music or doughnuts. 'You have to remind people who the originals are, otherwise history gets rewritten by the copycats.' The tongue-and-cheek rap follows research of 2,000 adults, conducted by that revealed 73 per cent of those who have bought 'fake' food and drink items were left disappointed. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Of the 49 per cent who have bought a dupe, 79 per cent said it was 'not the same'. And 72 per cent would be willing to pay more money for an original or authentic product. Krispe Kreme gave away free Original Glazed doughnut on National Doughnut Day last Friday (June 6) | Will Ireland/PinPep 'Original is always the best thing, whether that's music or doughnuts,' Lady Leshurr said A spokesperson for Krispy Kreme said: 'They say imitation is the ultimate form of flattery, and we have seen many copies of our iconic doughnuts over the years. 'But we all know a dupe is rarely as good as the real thing. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We want doughnut fans to enjoy the best of the best, so turn your backs on the dupes and stick with the original.' The research further revealed that only 21 per cent felt the dupes they bought were as good as the real thing, with 10 per cent going as far as to say they were always disappointed. And 30 per cent even claimed they sent a dupe back so they could go and get the original instead.
