Gen Z

Older is bolder! Boomers outpace Gen Z with adventurous eating habits

From tents to glitter: 7 ways to go greener at Glastonbury

Sharon Wanjohi

Sharon Wanjohi: In The House

29 per cent believe the word ‘cash’ may die out entirely one day

Poll shows cash divide - Gen Z say ‘paper' while Boomers say 'cash'

People on the walk

Scotland crowned UK's most active region

Visiting a theme park is a summer must for 23 per cent for Gen Z

Gen Z's dream summer includes five festivals and four trips abroad

Too many people not saving into a pension

An alarming number of Scots not saving enough into pensions

Optical Express study reveals over a quarter of UK would consider laser eye surgery ahead of their big day

Couples say 'eye do' as laser eye surgery becomes UK's must-have wedding prep

More than one in ten employees in Scotland check their phones at least once every ten minutes

Gen Z Scots check their phone ‘every minute’ at work

Gen Z and Millennials say their dream home is just like their parents'

Keyless Generation

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The 17 most-wanted CDs that collectors are desperate for right now

Most empowering women of 2025 - and the messages that made them stand out

The top 20 most empowering women of 2025 revealed

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Experts reveal why Gen Z in Edinburgh is ditching over-consumption

Teen stares at phone while stood on level crossing. Network Rail

Teen stops on level crossing to text on mobile phone

77% of Gen Z book a hotel based solely on its ‘vibes’ or aesthetic

Fertility rate is predicted to fall 24% below replacement rate by 2045

Experts call for better fertility education as study reveals fertility knowledge...

Move over Gen Z - young Brits are more Gen T, after research found they would turn to a cuppa over an alcoholic drink when stressed out.

Gen Z turn to tea when stressed over an alcoholic drink

Gen Z students are ditching clubs for cooking as a way to socialise

Gen Z say life would be more fun with a clone

Olly Alexander surprises fans with a double act in St Pancras Station

Lucia Gorman 'bored club girl' back in front of the camera

They need to decompress once they log off

Gen Z take the longest to destress after work, survey finds

Tesco has unveiled Hatch, an exclusive one-day only tasting experience hosted by renowned chocolatier and author Chantal Coady OBE

Brits admit stealing Easter goodies from kids

One in three Gen Zers have increased their charitable giving

Gen Z and millennials are the most charitable generations, study shows

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Taskmasking: 7 ways Gen Z is perfecting looking busy at work

Sir Trevor McDonald, 85, was encouraged out of retirement to announce The Big Nationwide Thank You

Sir Trevor McDonald announces £600m Nationwide 'Thank You' fund

52 per cent of 18-24-year-olds chose to invest some cash in 2024

Gen Z investors have nearly doubled yearly, new research shows

VIP SKI luxury holiday for Snowmads

Introducing 'The Snowmad' Ski travel experts report a spike in solo holidays

AI images show what the typical Gen Z and Millennial thinks their future retirement will look like

Gen Z imagines retirement

Danny Dyer marks his new role as the 'Broadband Butler'

Danny Dyer learns top service from Geoffrey, Fresh Prince's butler

Gen Z is increasingly turning to the divine to help them cope with an ever-complex world

Young people are bigger believers in God than their elders, study

Gen Z have a lot to learn about life hacks

Irons vs clothes steamers: Which is best as research shows ⅓ of Gen Z can’t thre...

Two-thirds of Brits would fail the citizenship test

Ad Feature Two-thirds of Brits stumped by UK citizenship test, research shows

Nearly half of Brits (47 per cent) wrongly believe that potatoes cause weight gain, according to the study

The surprising superfood you don't need to feel guilty eating

62 per cent of people couldn't live without a washing machine

Over half of Brits could not live without a washing machine, new study

Research of 2,000 adults found almost half devote a mere 10 minutes or less to the meal

Brits embrace ‘working breakfasts’ - holding meetings over the meal

‘I tried the viral “Chicken Wine” La Vieille Ferme - and it is now my favourite summer tipple’ (Photo: Adobe Stock / Holly Allton)

I tried the viral 'Chicken Wine' - and it's worth the hype

The cost of buying and posting cards could be one reason for their demise, while some reckon the rise in digital communication might be making them obsolete

Six in 10 adults are receiving fewer Christmas cards this year

A study of 4,000 adults revealed those aged 18 to 27 intend to cut down on new buys by a third in the next two years

Most purchases for half of Gen Z shoppers will be second-hand by 2027

Mice pies, Christmas pudding, and Christmas cake are just some of the few things Gen Z are turning their back on this Christmas

Gen Z are turning their back on Christmas traditional favourites

A study of 8,000 adults found one in four men have experienced erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation or loss of libido

1 in 5 men prefer breaking up over discussing sexual issues

Stuck on repeats: Gen Z hooked on nostalgia and Christmas Day re-runs
As the BBC unveils this year’s Christmas TV schedules, new research from EE finds opinions on what to watch differs between generations.

A poll of 2,000 meat-eaters found the youngest generation are most conscious about where their food originated from

Gen Z feel twice as guilty about eating meat than the over-65s

36 per cent of those polled adopt a "you can't take it with you" approach, spending their cash while they can, rather than putting it aside for emergencies.

Almost a third of Brits find rainy day funds outdated

A study of 2,000 adults found 57 per cent are sceptical about discounts offered by stores during the November sale

Two thirds of Brits believe Black Friday is a 'con'

BOOST X Re-engage

60% of Scots declare helping others & volunteering are the key to happiness

Gens Z spend more time shopping on social media than on the high street (Picture: John Devlin)

Gens Z and Alpha are set to shape the future of retail - Stuart Chalmers

'Lifestyle inflation' is to blame, according to 4,000 adults

Fewer than one in 10 millennials have hit their financial goals

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What is a Gen Alpha and how to tell who is one

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I'm a 24-year-old Gen Z CEO - I only employ under 30s

A research study of 2,000 adults revealed Gen Z is the most entrepreneurial generation – with three quarters harbouring ambitions to be their own boss.

Gen Z are the most entrepreneurial generation, according to research

Clips from Skibidi Toilet shorts on YouTube. Photo: DaFuqBoom!/ YouTube

What is the deal with skibidi toilet - and if it is dangerous for kids

A study has found that should nightclubs continue to close across the United Kingdom as they have done post-lockdown that by 2027, the idea of clubbing will be a thing of the past.

Explainer Where are Gen Z’s going out at night as nightclubs face closures?

Boomers save most, but Gen Z reckon they make their money work harder

Aldi launches its own version of viral wine for only £5.99

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20% of parents say social media is better than them for cash education

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