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North Wales Live
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- North Wales Live
Psychologist claims car seat choice says a lot about you
Where you choose to sit in the car could say more about your personality than you think according to psychologist Dr Martha Newson. Research reveals that our seat choice could explain our social habits and personality types. Two in five opt for the driver's seat and a third admit they would rather travel by train than sit in the passenger seat of someone else's car. Two in five claim they'd never sit anywhere except the front passenger seat. The back seat is the preferred seat for a rare 7%. Dr Newson said: 'Where we choose to position ourselves on a road trip speaks to both our practical instincts and our social style. Some tend to crave control, like the Cruise Commanders behind the wheel, while others, like the adaptable Backseat Boss, lead from the sidelines. These patterns aren't random – we tend to choose the same seat again and again because it gives us a sense of identity, comfort, or control. Whether it's about literally being in the driver's seat, emotional space, or a desire to stay in the background, our seat reflects how we navigate shared experiences. So the next time you share a car journey with others, it's worth thinking about what your preferred seat might say about you and your fellow passengers, to help make for a memorable road trip this season.' Only 1% of Brits choose the middle seat at the back as their preferred spot. Naomi Walkland, CMO at Motorway said, 'At Motorway, we know that cars are about more than just getting you from A to B. They enable so many of life's magical moments, from school runs to summer road trips and staycations. As Brits prepare to pack their boots and hit the road this summer, we're encouraging everyone to find out what their seat choice says about themselves and their fellow passengers – and it might even help everyone to enjoy the magic of their car ownership journey a little more.'
Wales Online
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Wales Online
Psychologist claims car seat choice says a lot about you
Psychologist claims car seat choice says a lot about you People tend to choose the same place to sit in a car Where you choose to sit in the car could say more about your personality than you think according to psychologist Dr Martha Newson. Research reveals that our seat choice could explain our social habits and personality types. Two in five opt for the driver's seat and a third admit they would rather travel by train than sit in the passenger seat of someone else's car. Two in five claim they'd never sit anywhere except the front passenger seat. The back seat is the preferred seat for a rare 7%. Dr Newson said: 'Where we choose to position ourselves on a road trip speaks to both our practical instincts and our social style. Some tend to crave control, like the Cruise Commanders behind the wheel, while others, like the adaptable Backseat Boss, lead from the sidelines. These patterns aren't random – we tend to choose the same seat again and again because it gives us a sense of identity, comfort, or control. Whether it's about literally being in the driver's seat, emotional space, or a desire to stay in the background, our seat reflects how we navigate shared experiences. So the next time you share a car journey with others, it's worth thinking about what your preferred seat might say about you and your fellow passengers, to help make for a memorable road trip this season.' Only 1% of Brits choose the middle seat at the back as their preferred spot. Article continues below Naomi Walkland, CMO at Motorway said, 'At Motorway, we know that cars are about more than just getting you from A to B. They enable so many of life's magical moments, from school runs to summer road trips and staycations. As Brits prepare to pack their boots and hit the road this summer, we're encouraging everyone to find out what their seat choice says about themselves and their fellow passengers – and it might even help everyone to enjoy the magic of their car ownership journey a little more.'
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
California ‘SUN Bucks' program will feed millions of children over summer break
Millions of children across California will receive 'SUN Bucks' to purchase food during the summer school break. Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday, announced the return of the food program that is expected to help feed over 4 million eligible California children. The Sun Bucks EBT cards can be used to purchase groceries starting in June, and each eligible child will receive $120, state officials said. 'It's absolutely essential that no kid in California go hungry – especially during the summer months when school meals aren't available,' Newson said. 'We're proud to administer the SUN Bucks program and lead the nation in beating childhood hunger.' Most children who qualify for free or reduced-price meals through a school meal application or Universal Benefits Application, or receive CalFresh, CalWORKs, and/or Medi-Cal benefits (certified at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level), are automatically enrolled. Children in foster care, experiencing homelessness, or attending Head Start are also categorically eligible and are automatically enrolled. Children who are not determined to be automatically eligible may apply by submitting a school meal application or to their school or school administrator's office by Sept. 1, to receive SUN Bucks benefits for summer 2025. 'We're excited to see SUN Bucks return for the summer of 2025,' said Jennifer Troia, California Department of Social Services director. 'Last year, this program not only helped put food on the table for millions of California families, but it also bolstered local economies where food benefits were spent.' Per federal rules, funds must be used within 122 days of funds being added to the card. Any unused funds on the card will expire after 122 days. Expired benefits cannot be replaced. California was one of the first states in the nation to launch SUN Bucks in the summer of 2024. In its first year, nearly $500 million in food purchases were made and the families and caregivers of more than 4.3 million California children activated their SUN Bucks cards. Daily Press reporter Rene Ray De La Cruz may be reached at RDeLaCruz@ Follow him on X @DP_ReneDeLaCruz This article originally appeared on Victorville Daily Press: California SUN Bucks EBT cards to feed millions of kids in summer 2025
BBC News
24-03-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
GB's Newson retires from Para-powerlifting
Para-powerlifter Zoe Newson, a three-time Paralympic medallist, has retired from the who has retired on her 33rd birthday, represented Great Britain at four Paralympic won a bronze medal on her Paralympic debut in London in 2012, in the 40kg 2016, Newson won another bronze in the 45kg event and, in her final Paralympic appearance last year in Paris, she claimed silver with a personal best lift of 109kg."I have made the final and hardest decision that I am retiring from powerlifting," Newson posted on X."I just think it's time for me to retire."Thank you everyone for your support. Goodbye powerlifting."Newson is also a two-time medallist at both the Commonwealth Games and World Championships.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Yahoo
Man blackmailed US teenager to get indecent images
A man who blackmailed a teenager from the US into sending indecent images has been jailed for 28 months. Kevin Newson, 43, from Daventry, Northamptonshire, was arrested by National Crime Agency (NCA) officers in June 2022 after the 16-year-old girl reported him to authorities. A review of his phone uncovered one Category B indecent video and 14 extreme images. Newson appeared at Northampton Crown Court on 10 February, where he pleaded guilty to blackmail and inciting the sexual exploitation of a child. He was sentenced to two years and four months in prison. Newson was also made the subject of a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order and was placed on the sex offenders register for 10 years. His victim told investigators Newson had contacted her via online messaging platforms in late 2019 and early 2020, offering money in exchange for explicit images. Newson sent her a screenshot of his UK bank account as proof of payment. After initially complying, the victim refused to send more images. He then threatened to distribute the ones he already had to her family, friends, and school. Chat logs retrieved from the victim's device contained messages from Newson and an online profile displaying his picture. During police interviews, Newson answered "no comment" to all questions. Phil Eccles, senior investigating officer from the NCA, said: "Newson groomed his victim into believing they were friends. When she sent indecent images, he blackmailed her into sending more. "The NCA will continue to bring criminals like Newson to justice and pursue offenders who abuse children." Follow Northamptonshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Man found with 5,000 indecent child images jailed Classroom ban for teacher who had indecent images National Crime Agency
