New research from Simon Fraser University suggests that students learning remotely become night owls but do not sleep more despite the time saved commuting, working or attending social events. The study, led by psychology professor Ralph Mistlberger, Andrea Smit and Myriam Juda, at SFU’s Circadian Rhythms and Sleep Lab, compared self-reported data on sleep habits […]
Online dating: Super effective, or just… superficial?
According to the Pew Research Center, 1 in 10 American adults have landed a long-term relationship from an online dating app, such as Tinder, OKCupid and Match.com. But what compels people to “swipe right” on certain profiles and reject others? New research from William Chopik, an associate professor in the Michigan State University Department of […]
The Best Online Dating Apps Of 2021
Despite how much everyone loves to hate it, more people online date than you may think. That’s right, according to the Pew Research Center, three in 10 adults in the United States report having used a dating site or app at some point in their lives. Of course, usage varies significantly by age and sexual orientation, […]
Arnold Schwarzenegger Warns Anti-Vaxxers About COVID Misinformation Online
As the pandemic has made its way around the world, Arnold Schwarzenegger has been doing his part to keep people safe and informed. The 73-year-old star has frequently taken to social media encouraging people to follow social distancing guidelines, wear masks, and avoid spreading the virus. Yesterday, the star of The Terminator filmed himself getting […]
More than 70% of UK parents concerned over children’s online exposure during the pandemic
A new poll conducted by the Jubilee Centre for Character and Virtues at the University of Birmingham has found that over 70% of parents worry about the risks as well as the physical and mental health implications of their children spending an increased amount of time online during the coronavirus pandemic. However, parents’ views on […]
Which online workout is best for you?
Which online workout is best for you? EVE SIMMONS tested 20 in 48 hours – and found one to suit every fitness level It’s 7am on a Tuesday and I’m in the kitchen. Nineties fitness guru Mr Motivator is bellowing ‘WORK IT!’ at me, while I swing tins of baked beans above my head. Outside, […]
Studies Show More and More Brides are Buying their Wedding Dresses Online
Studies show that more and more brides are ditching canvassing the physical stores to buy their wedding dresses. Instead, they go to online stores that offer high-quality clothes at affordable rates. The Survey The famous wedding site TheKnot.com conducted a survey on its thousands of users and customers to determine the reasons why most brides-to-be […]
Now you can send PICTURES of your genitals to an online STI checker
Now you can send pictures of your GENITALS to get a doctor’s advice on embarrassing lumps and bumps for £160 – but cyber-security experts warn the sensitive images could easily be hacked The online STI checker encourages you to send photos to an email account Doctors look for signs of herpes, genital warts, pubic lice or […]