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Daily Mail
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
I'm not ashamed of reading troll paradise Tattle. It exposes grifting influencers and their hypocrisy... I'll be bereft if it shuts down: CLAUDIA CONNELL
The email was brief and to the point. 'Has anyone ever told you that you've got a face like the Churchill dog?' asked the author, contacting me after I'd written about losing weight. Then there was the time, after revealing my online dating adventures, that a charming gent wrote a letter to tell me 'You look like an overstuffed sofa, no wonder you're single.'
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
What does your broadband use say about YOU? Map reveals Britain's gaming capital, the city obsessed with online daters and crypto trading
A new map has revealed Britain's gaming capital and the city obsessed with online dating, based on the broadband uses in different areas of the UK. Research by broadband provider Openreach has revealed that the searching habits of Brits across the country based on a poll of 2,000 consumers. The results show that the city where the average family spends the most overall time online is Sheffield - with a third saying they spend more than five hours online per day. In contrast, Brighton is the city with the least screen time, with just 11 per cent saying they spent more than five hours online. The busiest hour of the day for internet usage in the UK in 2025 is in the evening. In particular between 8-9pm, followed by 9-10pm and then 7-8pm. The highest peak of the year so far was on January 14 at 9pm - when a major Fortnite download coincided with four live Premier League fixtures on streaming services. The survey found that more than six in 10 people spend time online between the 'Do Not Disturb' hours of 11pm and 6am - with YouTube (19 per cent) emerging as the most common internet usage during these times, followed by internet shopping (17 per cent). London is the city most obsessed with online dating, as almost a quarter of the city using dating apps for at least three days a week. Bristol has been named Britain's gaming capital, with a third of people surveyed saying they they relax by playing video games in their spare time. The UK's cryptocurrency champions are in Liverpool, with one in 10 saying they regularly invest and check their online stocks. Southampton was the city with the most online shoppers, as 65 per cent said they browsed the internet for purchases while online. Among the cities which favour social media sites, Manchester was the Instagram capital of the country, while Sheffield topped the TikTok charts and Leeds was home to the most Facebook fans. In Edinburgh, 71 per cent of people said their main use of the internet was sending emails. Only a third of UK adults said they don't engage with any online activities during off-peak hours. Manchester and London are the cities in which people are most likely to use their phones between the 'Do Not Disturb' - with 74 per cent saying they are regularly online between the hours of 11pm and 6am. The study revealed that checking e-mails was the most common online activity for UK adults, with two thirds saying it was in their 'top 5 most common online activities' outside of work. This was followed by general browsing, which was in the top five for 59 per cent of people, using WhatsApp or other messaging apps (55 per cent), and online shopping (49 per cent). The survey showed that 43 per cent of people feel they waste time online, and 37 per cent are concerned about the amount of time they spend 'doom-scrolling.' A quarter of people said that faster internet speeds helped in cut down their time online - enabling them to 'speed up to slow down', with 34 per cent saying if they spent less hours using devices and connected technology at home, they'd be able to communicate better with their families. And 33 per cent said they would feel more relaxed if they spent less time online. Katie Milligan, Deputy CEO of Openreach, said: 'It's fascinating to see how different parts of the UK are embracing the online world and adapting to it in unique ways. At the same time, it's encouraging that many recognise the importance of taking time away from devices and digital connectivity. 'With full fibre now available to nearly 19 million homes and businesses across the UK, thanks to the dedication of Openreach engineers, we're proud to provide the nation's most reliable broadband technology. It's a game-changer, allowing people to do what they need to do - only faster and more efficiently.'
The Sun
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Drag Race UK star shares top tips for the perfect dating profile pic – from no group snaps to switching it up
DRAG Race UK star Kitty Scott-Claus has shared their top tips for the perfect online dating profile pic – flaunt it, strike a pose and avoid group photos. The 33-year-old knows a thing or two about looking their best for the camera - and has seen countless profile pics which don't cut it. 4 4 Mirror selfies aren't recommended, instead Kitty claims the best dating profiles bring a range of vibes including smirks, laughs and pouts. And it's important to be authentic, rather than trying to be someone you think people want. But the most important element is to simply ensure that the photos you're using on dating profiles, are current – to avoid awkward moments when meeting in real life. This applies whether you're on the apps looking for Mr Right, or Mr Right Now, according to Kitty's tips, in collaboration with Grindr. The star revealed their top tips after a poll of 500 adults who use online dating platforms found 45 per cent struggle to get the perfect shot of themselves. Kitty Scott-Claus said: "There is quite a bit of pressure to get it right. 'You have even less time to make a first impression on a dating app than you do in real life, so that initial picture is all-important.' The research also found it takes an average of 10 attempted pictures taken before people decide they're happy enough to upload one. While 42 per cent admitted they've been actively 'turned off' by a bad online snap, of someone they may otherwise have been interested in. And 41 per cent have been on a date who turned out to look nothing like their profile snap. Danni Menzies opens up about catfish hell that haunts her social media and how they're cashing in on pretending to be her. On average, it takes just 14.6 seconds for daters to decide if they're looking at someone they want to connect with. And while 34 per cent say their biggest online dating pic ick is no face pictures, 32 per cent dislike 'overly sexual' poses. While 29 per cent get turned off by obvious use of face filters or heavy editing, according to the OnePoll research. Tristan Pineiro, a spokesperson from Grindr, said: 'In today's digital dating world, your profile picture is often your first impression – so put your best photo forward. 'While it can be tempting to choose an old photo or heavily filtered image, it's far more effective to show the real you. 'People are looking for genuine connections, and that starts with being upfront about who you are, including how you look.' Kitty Scott-Claus' top tips for dating snaps Refresh that throwback. If your profile pic's older than your last situationship, it's time to update. That blurry beach snap from 2015? Cute memory but not a vibe for 2025. Make it a moment. Strike a pose that tells a story of who you are, give them something to ask about in the DMs. Snap your pics when you're feeling fab - whether that's fresh from a spin class or living your best life at Mighty Hoopla. Your joy is your glow-up. Confidence is sexy. Embrace every part of you, confidence is sexier than fantasy. Don't try to be someone you think people want; we're here for the most authentic you. Got killer arms? A dazzling smile? Show it off. Modesty is cute, but confidence is the real thirst trap. No group gaggles. We want a date, not a game of Guess Who. This is your moment to shine, solo. Switch it up. One blank stare in five mirror selfies? No ma'am it's not cute. The best dating profiles bring a range of vibes: smirks, laughs, pouts – even serious can look sexy. 4
