Society

Parents praying their kids haven't succeeded at A Levels

AS A-Level results are released, Britain's parents are hoping their children didn't screw up their retirement plans by getting into university.

Samsung tops list of baby names

A STUDY of baby names has highlighted the trend for naming children after popular brands.

'Builder's tea' is annoying people's top drink

SO-CALLED builder's tea is the refreshment of choice among people who are irritating, it has emerged.

London in 2012 promises unamazing, believable experiences

THE end of London 2012 has triggered the return of London in 2012, a work-themed occasion offering all-of-a-lifetime experiences.

It's actually not that big a deal, everyone reminds Bolt

RUNNING very fast is not that impressive, Usain Bolt has been reminded.

'Legacy' launched as a verb

THE word legacy is now a verb, the government body tasked with re-actioning the English language has announced.

Olympics inspires UK to watch television

AS the Olympics nears its close, many Britons say the tournament has inspired them to experience more television.

Men celebrate exclusion from soft play centres

FATHERS are ecstatic at the arrival of soft play centres that they are not allowed into.

Bank of England becomes Bank of China

SIR Mervyn King is to start reporting on the Chinese economy in a bid to deliver some good news for a change.

Nutella shortage triggers Olympic Village riots

THE riots within the Olympic village have entered their second day as authorities struggle to meet European athletes' huge demands for Nutella.