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The Sun
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Britain's favourite ‘dadisms' from pretending their not asleep to repeating the same joke, survey reveals
THE nations favourite 'Dadisms' have been revealed – with pretending they're not asleep, just 'resting their eyes', telling the same story multiple times, and of course, dad dancing featuring on the list. A poll of 2,000 adults found that while Brits love to moan about their dads' cringey behaviour, three quarters wouldn't choose to change them if they could. 1 Other favourites include fixing things around the house, telling corny jokes, and having a favourite chair that no one else is allowed to sit in. Falling asleep on the sofa, saying 'back in my day…' or 'when I was your age…', and complaining about the cost of things all also got a shoutout on the list. Despite this tendency for Dadisms, three quarters (76 per cent) claimed they don't find this behaviour embarrassing and prefer to humour their fathers – with 62 per cent likely to laugh at their jokes even when they're not funny. This may be because 85 per cent partake in Dadisms themselves – with the most common including complaining about the cost of things (28 per cent), falling asleep on the sofa (25 per cent), and sending the thumbs up emoji (17 per cent). A spokesperson from Moonpig, which commissioned the research, said: 'Dads can make us laugh more than anyone else – even if this isn't always intentional. 'And they seem to have so many universal behaviours, as if they've been given a manual on what makes a dad a dad. 'This Father's Day we want to celebrate all father figures and the little quirks that make us love them so much.' The other ingredients that make up a classic father figure were also revealed, with top traits identified as hardworking, caring, supportive, and reliable. Dad-centric hobbies included watching football, gardening, and DIY – as well as travelling, reading, and going to the pub with his mates. And the possessions most treasured by any fatherly figure are likely to be his car (24 per cent), toolbox (17 per cent), and family photographs (24 per cent), according to data. Home Bargains launches Father's Day gifts in store & there's a £5.99 present shoppers are already snapping up When asked, a higher percentage of those polled also claimed to find them unintentionally funny (25 per cent) rather than intentionally hilarious (17 per cent). And, on average, a dad will only know 35 per cent of their kids' friends' names – with eight per cent not knowing any of them at all. To celebrate the father figures in their lives, 73 per cent will celebrate Father's Day every year – and to commemorate this day, are most likely to buy him a gift (62 per cent), a card (61 per cent), and go out for a meal (30 per cent). The top factors that influence selecting the perfect card were also identified as humour (50 per cent), a fun and personal design (31 per cent), and a sentimental message about how great he is (30 per cent). Interestingly, more than half (54 per cent) claimed they are more likely to buy a humorous card to celebrate their dad on Father's Day than their mum on Mother's Day – perhaps because 73 per cent hope to see their favourite Dadisms referenced on the cover. Moonpig's spokesperson added: 'Our father figures can be such a source of inspiration, support, and laughter – which is why it's so important to celebrate them every chance we get. 'A heartfelt message, inside joke, or personalised reference to the things they love on their Father's Day card can make all the difference to letting them know how much you care. "So this Father's Day, take a moment to revel in those eye-roll-worthy Dadisms and the little things that make your bond so special – and say it all with a card that's as unique as he is." TOP 30 FAVOURITE 'DADISMS' 1. Fixing things around the house 2. Pretending they're not sleeping just 'resting their eyes' 3. Falling asleep on the sofa 4. Telling bad/corny jokes 5. Saying 'back in my day…' or 'when I was your age…' 6. Telling the same story multiple times 7. Having a favourite chair that no one else is allowed to sit in 8. Dad dancing 9. Complaining about the cost of things 10. Complaining about what you're watching on TV but then sitting down to watch it anyway 11. Starting conversations with strangers 12. Sending the thumbs up emoji 13. Doing a dad grunt when sitting down or standing up 14. Always coming round to your house with a toolbox 15. Giving unsolicited advice 16. Making jokes to waiters 17. Cleaning his car for fun 18. Always ordering the same meal at a restaurant 19. Wearing socks with sandals 20. Having questionable dress sense 21. Doing the head-nod greeting to strangers 22. Tinkering with something that isn't broken 23. Being obsessed with the water/electricity meter 24. Not using emojis properly 25. Talking through a film you're trying to watch 26. Claiming to be great at BBQ-ing 27. Calling you by your sibling's name 28. Having a 'usual' in the pub 29. Taking atrocious selfies 30. Farting a lot
The Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Aldi has restocked it's viral beer pump that recreates the pub experience at home just in time for Father's Day
STRUGGLING to find your dad something he'll actually want for Father's Day? Aldi has got you covered with their fantastic range of Father's Day gifts they'll be thrilled to upwrap. 2 Landing in stores from 1st June, Aldi has something every type of for will love, including their incredible Beer Dispenser for just £24.99. "Dads will be brewing with excitement thanks to the return of Aldi's sell-out Beer Dispenser," Aldi bosses said. "Transforming ordinary canned beer into a draught experience, shoppers can save up to £44 (64%) compared to Amazon. Cheers to that!" But the bargains don't end there. Aldi also have the brand new Drew & Cole Sandwich Maker for just £24.99. Perfect for food Fathers, the gadget can be used to create hot and tasty muffin-style sandwiches with minimal washing up. "Simply add bread and fillings such as pre-cooked meats, veggies and even cheese, slide over the central cooking plate and add an egg, top with another slice of bread and cook for five minutes," Aldi bosses noted. Don't worry if your dad isn't much of a chef though, Aldi's Dartboard,£17.99, might be for them. It comes six steel-tip darts, a checkout card, chalk, and everything needed for easy mounting, introduce some healthy competition this Father's Day. Also hitting the shelves are the Character Short Pyjamas, £8.99. Aldi is selling a cheap $4.49 item that will transform your garden into a colorful summer paradise Made with soft cotton, choose from Star Wars, Marvel, or Spider-Man designs for the ultimate superhero Dad. And why not pair the pyjamas with comfy Men's Slippers, £4.99, for maximum comfort. They comes in blue or grey and are sure to make make Dad feel like he's walking on air. More Aldi middle aisle buys IF it's middle aisle buys that you're looking here, some of the new items you won't want to miss. Shoppers recently went wild for Aldi's new 'pregnancy and menopause essential' - and it's only £6.99. Garden enthusiasts raced to nab a £6.99 buy that will add style to any garden in an instant. A £12.99 garden find left shoppers open-mouthed - but you'll need to sprint to nab it. If you're looking to light up your garden this summer, you won't want to miss this £8.99 solar light. And if you want to give your dad another gift, you can't go wrong with a bottle of prosecco. Better yet, for a limited time only, Aldi has dropped the price of its Prosecco to just £4.99 a bottle. hoppers can purchase the discount retailer's Italian Prosecco DOCG at a whopping 38 per cent discount from today. But you'll have to be quick as the offer is only available in stores until May 25. The 75cl bottles are described as having "vibrant notes of crisp apple and pear, complemented by delicate floral aromas".
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Jim Gaffigan on how best to celebrate Dads this Mother's Day
Mother's Day is special to me for so many reasons. It allows me a day to reflect on my mother. I loved my mom so much. She literally gave me life. Mother's Day also gives me an opportunity to honor my wife, the person who made me a father. I think we'd all agree, no one deserves an entire day more than mothers. But if I'm being honest, why I truly cherish Mother's Day, it's because it ushers in Father's Day Month. Yes, you heard that right: Father's Day Month. I'm aware the concept is new to many of you, and I understand "Father's" "Day" "Month" is a bit of a mouthful. But I think we'd all agree, no one deserves an entire month more than Dads. Well, some of you would agree. Well, a recent Uber driver really liked the idea of Father's Day Month. Now before you poo-poo the whole idea, hear me out! I think I've figured out an arrangement which is fair and appropriate. It all starts with Mother's Day. We keep that. A day for Moms. 24 hours straight. We don't let a Mom or a Grandmother do a thing. We shower them with the affection and the appreciation they rightfully deserve. Then, once that is out of the way, at midnight, we switch to Father's Day Month. It'll be so great! I believe after the long slog of focusing on Mothers for an entire day, we are going to want to celebrate Dads until Father's Day, which this year will be 35 days. I know some of you might be like, "Jim, 35 days is longer than a month." Don't get caught up in the minutia. This is about Dads. Dear old Dad. Your Papa! Now, I'm not proposing we celebrate Father's Day straight for 35 days. That would be ridiculous. We need to be reasonable. I see Father's Day Month as an off-and-on holiday. On even days Dads would receive a present. Kind of like during Hanukkah. One present every day that has an even number. On odd days, Dads don't get any presents. Not only that; no one in the family even talks to Dad. No one asks Dad for this or that. No "Dad, can you take me here?" No "Dad, I'm bleeding!" On odd days everyone will be on a communication fast from Dad. It would be like a Dad Ramadan. Or a "Ramadad." A lot of this is still being worked out, but Dad jokes will be encouraged. Sadly, it's too late to implement Father's Day Month this year, but I'm really looking forward to next year. I don't mean "Father's Day Year." Even though that has a nice ring to it. For more info: Story produced by Lucie Kirk. Editor: Emanuele Secci. See also: Jim Gaffigan: When will it be safe to retire from parenting?Jim Gaffigan on Super Bowl LIX and football withdrawalJim Gaffigan on the gifts no one should give for the holidaysJim Gaffigan on adjusting to the painful new reality: "How did this happen?"Jim Gaffigan works out his Labor Day weekend complaintsJim Gaffigan's green thumb failsJim Gaffigan on being a bourbon aficionadoJim Gaffigan on surviving the holidays reality TV-styleRIP Jim Gaffigan, by Jim GaffiganThe horror! Jim Gaffigan on horrible kids' moviesJim Gaffigan on the "complex process" of keeping his kids' cellphones chargedYou have summer plans? Jim Gaffigan does notOn Father's Day Jim Gaffigan ponders the peculiar lives of childless menFrom laughs to ZZZsDo you get incessant messages from politicians asking for money? Jim Gaffigan does, tooJim Gaffigan is baffled over the mania for pumpkinsJim Gaffigan's advice to parents of young kids: It only gets worseSuper Bowl Sunday: The pageantry and the gluttonyJim Gaffigan on 2022: The future is here!What would Jesus want for his birthday?Jim Gaffigan on the perils of aging gracefullyOn getting the whole lockdown thing wrong2020, please turn your notifications offJim Gaffigan on his first drive-in standup showOn living in a time warpOn acquiring a green thumbSummer memories, '50s styleBlondes' bad rap Newly discovered vintage photos reveal San Francisco mystery Nature: Nesting birds in Florida Jim Gaffigan on how best to celebrate Dads this Mother's Day
CBS News
11-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
Jim Gaffigan on how best to celebrate Dads this Mother's Day
Mother's Day is special to me for so many reasons. It allows me a day to reflect on my mother. I loved my mom so much. She literally gave me life. Mother's Day also gives me an opportunity to honor my wife, the person who made me a father. I think we'd all agree, no one deserves an entire day more than mothers. But if I'm being honest, why I truly cherish Mother's Day, it's because it ushers in Father's Day Month. Yes, you heard that right: Father's Day Month. I'm aware the concept is new to many of you, and I understand "Father's" "Day" "Month" is a bit of a mouthful. But I think we'd all agree, no one deserves an entire month more than Dads. Well, some of you would agree. Well, a recent Uber driver really liked the idea of Father's Day Month. Now before you poo-poo the whole idea, hear me out! I think I've figured out an arrangement which is fair and appropriate. It all starts with Mother's Day. We keep that. A day for Moms. 24 hours straight. We don't let a Mom or a Grandmother do a thing. We shower them with the affection and the appreciation they rightfully deserve. Then, once that is out of the way, at midnight, we switch to Father's Day Month. It'll be so great! I believe after the long slog of focusing on Mothers for an entire day, we are going to want to celebrate Dads until Father's Day, which this year will be 35 days. I know some of you might be like, "Jim, 35 days is longer than a month." Don't get caught up in the minutia. This is about Dads. Dear old Dad. Your Papa! Now, I'm not proposing we celebrate Father's Day straight for 35 days. That would be ridiculous. We need to be reasonable. I see Father's Day Month as an off-and-on holiday. On even days Dads would receive a present. Kind of like during Hanukkah. One present every day that has an even number. On odd days, Dads don't get any presents. Not only that; no one in the family even talks to Dad. No one asks Dad for this or that. No "Dad, can you take me here?" No "Dad, I'm bleeding!" On odd days everyone will be on a communication fast from Dad. It would be like a Dad Ramadan. Or a "Ramadad." A lot of this is still being worked out, but Dad jokes will be encouraged. Sadly, it's too late to implement Father's Day Month this year, but I'm really looking forward to next year. I don't mean "Father's Day Year." Even though that has a nice ring to it. For more info: Story produced by Lucie Kirk. Editor: Emanuele Secci. See also:
CBS News
11-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
Jim Gaffigan on how best to celebrates Dads this Mother's Day
Mother's Day is special to me for so many reasons. It allows me a day to reflect on my mother. I loved my mom so much. She literally gave me life. Mother's Day also gives me an opportunity to honor my wife, the person who made me a father. I think we'd all agree, no one deserves an entire day more than mothers. But if I'm being honest, why I truly cherish Mother's Day, it's because it ushers in Father's Day Month. Yes, you heard that right: Father's Day Month. I'm aware the concept is new to many of you, and I understand "Father's" "Day" "Month" is a bit of a mouthful. But I think we'd all agree, no one deserves an entire month more than Dads. Well, some of you would agree. Well, a recent Uber driver really liked the idea of Father's Day Month. Now before you poo-poo the whole idea, hear me out! I think I've figured out an arrangement which is fair and appropriate. It all starts with Mother's Day. We keep that. A day for Moms. 24 hours straight. We don't let a Mom or a Grandmother do a thing. We shower them with the affection and the appreciation they rightfully deserve. Then, once that is out of the way, at midnight, we switch to Father's Day Month. It'll be so great! I believe after the long slog of focusing on Mothers for an entire day, we are going to want to celebrate Dads until Father's Day, which this year will be 35 days. I know some of you might be like, "Jim, 35 days is longer than a month." Don't get caught up in the minutia. This is about Dads. Dear old Dad. Your Papa! Now, I'm not proposing we celebrate Father's Day straight for 35 days. That would be ridiculous. We need to be reasonable. I see Father's Day Month as an off-and-on holiday. On even days Dads would receive a present. Kind of like during Hanukkah. One present every day that has an even number. On odd days, Dads don't get any presents. Not only that; no one in the family even talks to Dad. No one asks Dad for this or that. No "Dad, can you take me here?" No "Dad, I'm bleeding!" On odd days everyone will be on a communication fast from Dad. It would be like a Dad Ramadan. Or a "Ramadad." A lot of this is still being worked out, but Dad jokes will be encouraged. Sadly, it's too late to implement Father's Day Month this year, but I'm really looking forward to next year. I don't mean "Father's Day Year." Even though that has a nice ring to it. For more info: Story produced by Lucie Kirk. Editor: Emanuele Secci. See also:
