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Daily Mirror
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Brits reveal top 30 'mic drop' moments: From nailing jokes to mastering tricky skills
A study of 2,000 UK adults has uncovered Brits' biggest everyday victories, with the majority of people feeling satisfied when they complete a task or get a joke right A study has pinpointed the little triumphs that Brits cherish most. They range from breezing through a series of green lights to nailing a tricky parallel parking spot. Other cherished moments included cracking a joke at just the right time and waking up naturally before your alarm buzzes. Also featured in the top 30 list was completing a tough crossword or puzzle, and catching something thrown at you without fumbling. A whopping 80 percent of people will internally celebrate these small victories, whether by grinning to themselves, sharing their success with friends, or even busting out a little victory dance. It turns out, 37 per cent have even received an applause for their so-called 'mic drop' moment. The research was commissioned by Direct Line Insurance, whose spokesperson Lucy Brooksbank said: "These moments show how great it feels when something in life goes exactly right. That whole euphoric feeling of that mic drop moment, which highlights 'That's how it's done'. "Whether it is a sharp one-liner that lands at the exact right time, a trick shot into the bin from across the room, or pulling off something unexpectedly slick, these little wins can feel like you have momentarily become the main character in your own movie. "They might be fleeting, but they leave a lasting impression." For a third of those who have had such an experience, the buzz can last for hours, and for 21 percent, it can make their entire day. More than four in 10 (42 per cent) find them extra satisfying when they are unexpected. With three quarters admitting they underestimate how satisfying these small wins can be. Lucy added: "These moments stick with us because they offer a powerful surge of confidence. "They make us feel sharper, cooler, more in control - even if just for a few seconds. "And when someone else witnesses it? That is just the cherry on top." TOP 30 MIC DROP MOMENTS: Knowing the answer to a quiz show Discovering when you go to pay for something it's actually discounted and cheaper than expected Opening a very tight jar Making someone laugh with a perfectly timed joke They open a new checkout at the supermarket and you go straight to the front Getting a compliment from a stranger Waking up naturally just before your alarm is about to go off Solving a crossword or puzzle clue Sailing through multiple green traffic lights in a row Ticking off everything on your to-do list Catching something which has been thrown at you quickly Running for the bus or train and just making it on time Phoning the doctor and getting an appointment straight away Fixing a tech issue for someone Parallel parking to perfection Fixing a typo before pressing 'send' Untangling a knot in jewellery or headphones Getting the last parking space in the car park Remembering someone's name just in time Someone else giving you their parking ticket with time left on it Thinking of a genius comeback in conversation – when it was needed Making a perfect cup of tea Standing up for someone who was being treated unfairly Remembering everything you need in the supermarket without a list Getting through airport security with no queue Predicting a plot twist in a book you are reading or film you are watching Throwing something into a bin from a distance in front of others Getting song lyrics right without having to Google it Winning an argument with a partner Nabbing a seat during rush hour on your commute
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Full list of UK airline hand luggage rules explained
RYANAIR boss Michael O'Leary said this week he was considering bigger bonuses for staff who identify passengers with oversized bags. And earlier this month, a leaked email showed that staff across major airports in the UK would also So, how much can you really get away with? Sophie Swiethowski shares everything you need to know about EASYJET The bag cannot exceed 45 x 36 x 20cm, including handles and wheels, and it must weigh no more than 15kg. Read More on Travel Anyone else wanting to take a larger carry-on will have to pay £5.99 (or more) in advance of flying. RYANAIR Ryanair has one of the smallest hand luggage allowances on this list. Like easyJet, every passenger is allowed one small, under-the-seat bag for free, measuring no greater than 40 x 20 x 25cm, although there is no specific weight limit. Most read in News Travel Larger carry-ons, to be stored in overhead lockers, cost from £6 and must not exceed 10kg. The maximum dimensions are 55 x 40 x 20cm. Martin Lewis warns about strict passport rule that could see you board your flight - only to get sent home on arrival BRITISH AIRWAYS The UK's flag carrier has the most generous allowance of all the airlines listed here. All passengers are entitled to bring a free 'hand bag' to go under the seat. This can measure up to 40 x 30 x 15cm and has a large weight limit of 23kg, the same as Larger carry-ons are also included in the price of your ticket. Overhead bags can measure up to 56 x 45 x 25cm, including wheels and handles, with a weight limit of 23kg. JET2 When it comes to carry-on allowances, Jet2 is undoubtedly the winner of the low-cost airlines. Much like An under-the-seat bag must not exceed the limit of 40cm x 30cm x 15cm, although there are no weight restrictions. Larger bags can measure up to 56cm x 45cm x 25cm and must weigh no more than 10kg. WIZZ AIR On a par with Ryanair, the maximum dimensions for a free and smaller carry-on bag are 40 x 30 x 20cm and this bag can weigh up to 10kg. Passengers with a larger bag will have to purchase a The priority ticket costs from €5 (£4.33) and also includes priority boarding. These 1 We share everything you need to know about hand-luggage restrictions for Brits' favourite airlines Credit: Alamy
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Full list of UK airline hand luggage rules explained
Airlines are incentivising employees to clamp down on carry-ons Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RYANAIR boss Michael O'Leary said this week he was considering bigger bonuses for staff who identify passengers with oversized bags. And earlier this month, a leaked email showed that staff across major airports in the UK would also receive payments for every bag confiscated from easyJet passengers ahead of boarding. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up So, how much can you really get away with? Sophie Swiethowski shares everything you need to know about hand-luggage restrictions for Brits' favourite airlines. EASYJET Every passenger is entitled to one free, small carry-on bag that must fit under the seat in front of them. The bag cannot exceed 45 x 36 x 20cm, including handles and wheels, and it must weigh no more than 15kg. EasyJet Plus members and those who have booked an Inclusive Plus fare (which also includes a 23kg checked bag) will be able to take a larger hand luggage bag with them, measuring up to 56 x 45 x 25cm. Anyone else wanting to take a larger carry-on will have to pay £5.99 (or more) in advance of flying. RYANAIR Ryanair has one of the smallest hand luggage allowances on this list. Like easyJet, every passenger is allowed one small, under-the-seat bag for free, measuring no greater than 40 x 20 x 25cm, although there is no specific weight limit. Larger carry-ons, to be stored in overhead lockers, cost from £6 and must not exceed 10kg. The maximum dimensions are 55 x 40 x 20cm. Martin Lewis warns about strict passport rule that could see you board your flight - only to get sent home on arrival BRITISH AIRWAYS The UK's flag carrier has the most generous allowance of all the airlines listed here. All passengers are entitled to bring a free 'hand bag' to go under the seat. This can measure up to 40 x 30 x 15cm and has a large weight limit of 23kg, the same as checked baggage. Larger carry-ons are also included in the price of your ticket. Overhead bags can measure up to 56 x 45 x 25cm, including wheels and handles, with a weight limit of 23kg. JET2 When it comes to carry-on allowances, Jet2 is undoubtedly the winner of the low-cost airlines. Much like British Airways, customers can bring both a small and large bag on board for free. An under-the-seat bag must not exceed the limit of 40cm x 30cm x 15cm, although there are no weight restrictions. Larger bags can measure up to 56cm x 45cm x 25cm and must weigh no more than 10kg. WIZZ AIR On a par with Ryanair, the maximum dimensions for a free and smaller carry-on bag are 40 x 30 x 20cm and this bag can weigh up to 10kg. Passengers with a larger bag will have to purchase a Wizz Priority ticket if they do not want to incur a charge at the gate. The priority ticket costs from €5 (£4.33) and also includes priority boarding. These overhead-locker bags cannot exceed the weight limit of 10kg and must comply with the maximum dimensions of 55 x 40 x 23cm.
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Average Brit wears just HALF their wardrobe every year… as survey shows a third splashes £300 on new items annually
A SURVEY of 2,000 adults revealed Brits' shopping habits, as clothes are left unworn on wardrobe floors. The average Brit will only wear half their wardrobe in any given year, with a third spending more than £300 on new items annually. Advertisement 3 A third of Brits spend more than £300 on new clothes every year Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 3 3 Some shoppers are moving towards renting clothes to save money and be more sustainable Credit: Getty A poll of 2,000 adults found the reasons clothes are left in wardrobes and rarely worn included because they've been bought for very specific occasions like weddings and funerals (52 per cent). Other reasons being they Of those who ever buy clothes, approximately one in seven (15 per cent) said they spend more than half of their annual fashion budget on items for the And of those who don't always return unsuitable items, 42 per cent admitted they don't always send things back because they convince themselves they will one day have a need for them. Advertisement Read more News A tenth also admit to holding onto items they've ordered - with no intention of wearing - because they "couldn't be bothered to send them back". And, of those who don't wear all their wardrobe, 10 per cent bought items they only intended to wear once. While 34 per cent of shoppers would like to The Advertisement Most read in The Sun Candice Ohandjanian, mails and parcels director at Post Office, which commissioned the research, said: 'Let's face it, we all love a show-stopping outfit for that big event, but too often those pieces end up forgotten at the back of the wardrobe. ''As people consider sustainability more in their day-to-day, shoppers go wild for Tesco's perfect summer co-ord 'We're proud of the role we play in supporting rental fashion brands. "Renting fashion allows people to enjoy new styles, experiment with trends or dress for one-off events - without the long-term commitment or the pile-up of underused clothes. Advertisement 'Our research found that tracked- and signed-for parcel services make rental fashion more appealing." When it comes to rental fashion, 44 per cent of shoppers like the idea of renting clothes or accessories for weddings, while 13 per cent think it could be useful for interviews. In fact, more than a quarter (26 per cent) think the idea of saving money is what might encourage them to rent rather than buy clothing. While 19 per cent like the idea of boosting sustainability, and 18 per cent would be able to enjoy Advertisement But with one in six (16 per cent) worrying about returning rental items on time, Post Office has teamed up with Hirestreet to encourage Brits to consider renting summer fashion pieces using their hassle-free returns process. Isabella West, CEO at the rental service said: "The stats show 20 per cent of UK consumers now consider renting a dress for a special occasion ahead of buying something they will only wear once. 'We hope to make it easy and affordable to rent outfits from your favourite brands, so you can feel amazing in a more sustainable way. 'In the past 12 months, we have seen over 100 per cent revenue growth, which shows just how many people are choosing to shop smarter. Advertisement 'Renting fashion should feel effortless, and this partnership helps make that possible." Top 10 reasons people have rarely-worn items in their wardrobes Items which are very occasion specific (weddings etc.) Items which are unsuitable for everyday wear Items that no longer fit Items I hope to fit into one day Items which I've bought, but they don't really go with anything else I own Items which are out of fashion now but might come back that I can't bear to part with Items which I thought looked great in the shop, but didn't look as good when I got them home - and never returned Items which I thought looked good online, but didn't look as good when I received them - and never returned Items which I should have returned but couldn't be bothered Items which I bought with the intention of only wearing once
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Average Brit wears just HALF their wardrobe every year… as survey shows a third splashes £300 on new items annually
A third of Brits spend more than £300 on clothes each year WORN OUT Average Brit wears just HALF their wardrobe every year… as survey shows a third splashes £300 on new items annually Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A SURVEY of 2,000 adults revealed Brits' shopping habits, as clothes are left unworn on wardrobe floors. The average Brit will only wear half their wardrobe in any given year, with a third spending more than £300 on new items annually. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 A third of Brits spend more than £300 on new clothes every year Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 3 3 Some shoppers are moving towards renting clothes to save money and be more sustainable Credit: Getty A poll of 2,000 adults found the reasons clothes are left in wardrobes and rarely worn included because they've been bought for very specific occasions like weddings and funerals (52 per cent). Other reasons being they no longer fit (44 per cent) and are being held on to in case they come back into fashion (21 per cent). Of those who ever buy clothes, approximately one in seven (15 per cent) said they spend more than half of their annual fashion budget on items for the summer months. And of those who don't always return unsuitable items, 42 per cent admitted they don't always send things back because they convince themselves they will one day have a need for them. Read more News FOUR STAR FIASCO Outrage as luxury hotel paid for by YOU taken over to house asylum seekers A tenth also admit to holding onto items they've ordered - with no intention of wearing - because they "couldn't be bothered to send them back". And, of those who don't wear all their wardrobe, 10 per cent bought items they only intended to wear once. While 34 per cent of shoppers would like to be more sustainable with their purchases, only 20 per cent of Brits have ever considered renting fashion items. The rental fashion market has seen rapid growth, yet, when quizzed on why they prefer to shop for new items over receiving a rented item in the post, 33 per cent of adults would be frightened of damaging something they only temporarily owned. Candice Ohandjanian, mails and parcels director at Post Office, which commissioned the research, said: 'Let's face it, we all love a show-stopping outfit for that big event, but too often those pieces end up forgotten at the back of the wardrobe. ''As people consider sustainability more in their day-to-day, rent-and-return fashion is becoming the go-to way to stay stylish without guilt. shoppers go wild for Tesco's perfect summer co-ord 'We're proud of the role we play in supporting rental fashion brands. "Renting fashion allows people to enjoy new styles, experiment with trends or dress for one-off events - without the long-term commitment or the pile-up of underused clothes. 'Our research found that tracked- and signed-for parcel services make rental fashion more appealing." When it comes to rental fashion, 44 per cent of shoppers like the idea of renting clothes or accessories for weddings, while 13 per cent think it could be useful for interviews. In fact, more than a quarter (26 per cent) think the idea of saving money is what might encourage them to rent rather than buy clothing. While 19 per cent like the idea of boosting sustainability, and 18 per cent would be able to enjoy high-end fashion that might usually be out of their budget. But with one in six (16 per cent) worrying about returning rental items on time, Post Office has teamed up with Hirestreet to encourage Brits to consider renting summer fashion pieces using their hassle-free returns process. Isabella West, CEO at the rental service said: "The stats show 20 per cent of UK consumers now consider renting a dress for a special occasion ahead of buying something they will only wear once. 'We hope to make it easy and affordable to rent outfits from your favourite brands, so you can feel amazing in a more sustainable way. 'In the past 12 months, we have seen over 100 per cent revenue growth, which shows just how many people are choosing to shop smarter. 'Renting fashion should feel effortless, and this partnership helps make that possible."
