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Oat milk rises to top as Britain’s preferred plant-based drink

UK brands are finding ever-inventive ways to quench consumers’ thirst for non-dairy alternatives

The Guardian - UK

Topgolf founders raise $34m to turn pool hi-tech as activity bars boom

Steve and Dave Jolliffe plan to open first Poolhouse in London next year

The Guardian - UK

Perfume brands fighting a ‘lost cause’ against cheap dupes, say lawyers

Luxury companies need greater protection from imitators gaining the approval of social media influencers, as trademarking scent is almost impossible, experts say

The Guardian - UK

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White Lotus TV show helps boost UK Thai takeaway orders by up to 25%

Data suggest viewers seek to ‘travel via their taste buds’ in Monday ritual that has gone viral on social media

The Guardian - UK

Should dogs wear trainers? Why put your cat in a backpack? The ethics of pet accessories

‘Petfluencers’ have driven an explosion of clothes, beauty products and even wine for pets. But are they for the benefit of the animals – or their owners?

The Guardian - UK

Britons snacking less as they drift back to office after pandemic

People snacked at home on more than 15% fewer occasions in 2024 than in 2020 and are choosing healthier options

The Guardian - UK

Full-fat milk sales rise as UK’s appetite for low-calorie options cools

Whole milk, full-fat yoghurt and blocks of butter in demand as shoppers go back to basics to avoid processed food

The Guardian - UK

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No, you really don’t need to be eating more protein

LET’S UNPACK THAT: From pizza to Weetabix, it seems no food is safe from becoming a mere vessel for ’tein. Helen Coffey investigates how it went from gym bro fodder to panacea for the masses, and asks the experts whether it really is good for us, or just the latest…

The Independent UK

Sparkling tea sales soar as Britons seek healthy options for festive fizz

As cuppas lose out to coffee with younger drinkers, beverage is recast as a soft drink with ‘wellbeing’ powers

The Guardian - UK

UK sales of seasonal pet treats, toys and food rocketing

Sales of Christmas pet lines up 964% year-on-year at Waitrose online as people spend more on pet care

The Guardian - UK

‘People think that looking better means you will have a better life’: why gen Z spends so much on beauty

The idea that splashing out on nail, hair, eyebrow and lash treatments increases your chances of a better social life, relationships and jobs has taken a firm hold on social media – but what’s driving it?

The Guardian - UK

Best trainer brands you never knew existed for standout street style

Put aside your Sambas and slide your soles into one of these slick styles for men and women

Evening Standard

Pepsi lost the cola wars to Coke. Why is it struggling to hold on to second place?

Dr Pepper took the No 2 spot behind Coca-Cola last year. But the latest US sales figures don’t tell the whole story

The Guardian - US

Members only: are loyalty card discounts a good deal for UK consumers?

The number of retailers offering special prices for members has soared. We asks if the price cuts are as good as they seem

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The Independent UK

Is it spring or summer? How are we supposed to dress for the weather right now?

The fickle British springtime seems to have become even more unpredictable this year. Helen Coffey asks the experts what to wear when you have no idea if you’ll be hit by blazing sunshine or torrential rain

The Guardian - UK

Credible science or false claims: calls for more regulation of beauty products

Consumers need to be able to distinguish between innovative products and marketing hype, say experts

The Guardian - UK

From beating burglary to weight gain: 12 ways that working from home has changed Britain

A new review of post-Covid social research has revealed how much society has changed since the pandemic – and in unexpected ways

Cycling Weekly

Price slashing on bikes helps boost industry, says report

New bike sales could reach almost £1billion in 2024

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Evening Standard

Boom in leisure brands bringing tech to create an interactive high street

Stores once occupied by the likes of Debenhams and TopShop have given way to VR darts, golf — and even axe throwing

The Guardian - UK

Armpit confidential: why men are now shaving – and women are doing whatever they like

On Saturday, the bare underarms of footballer John Stones prompted a huge reaction online. He isn’t alone in his depilation choices, and the fashion world is embracing women’s body hair

The Guardian - UK

Static buildup: Hull’s caravan makers enjoy a British holiday boom

Hull has a strong claim to being the centre of the UK mobile home industry, but while the pandemic boosted sales, there are now fears of a glut

The Conversation

Young people are drinking less – here's an alternative to try on your next night out

A new leisure trend is providing an alternative to pubs and bars for young people whose alcohol consumption has been declining for years.

The Guardian - UK

Restaurants dropping meat dishes as costs rise and Veganuary grows more popular

The soaring price of ingredients and rise of veganism have led to a ‘notable decline’ in dishes made with animal products

The Independent UK

Around half of consumers plan to cut back on festive spending, figures show

Figures from Which? and Mintel show that consumers plan to buy fewer and cheaper gifts, less food and expect to turn to credit to cover costs.

Bangkok Post

Global consumer trends for 2023

Five trends are emerging that have the potential to have an impact on global consumer markets in 2023, over the next five years and beyond, according to Mintel, the international market research firm.

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