I've always turned caps lock on, typed the letter then turned caps lock off again. I know it's not the conventional way - but I'd be interested to find out if I'm not alone or whether anyone has even switched from one method to the other

I've noticed something interesting when reading posts on Reddit about government support, and two posts in particular stood out to me in how one was defended and one was not.

One was discussing childcare support for households earning over £100k. Many of the replies defended the idea that these households should still receive support, the argument being that they work hard, pay substantial taxes and shouldn't be penalised for earning a good income.

The other post was about a single man earning £37k while living in social housing. The replies were noticeably different, with people questioning why someone on that salary should still benefit from affordable housing, basically saying he should pay more rent or move into private rental accommodation at a higher cost.

To me it was crazy how different the attitudes were to both posts. On the post about about the household bringing in £100k, government support was viewed as something hardworking taxpayers deserved. In the one about someone earning a fairly average salary living in social housing, government support wasn't looked at as something they deserved.

Now i'm not arguing either way that higher earners shouldn't receive childcare support, or that social housing should only be given to the poorest in society. What I'm questioning is why we seem so willing to defend government support for people on higher incomes, while being much more critical of support received by people on average wages.

Is this a genuine double standard in how we view government assistance? Or am I simply seeing two different Reddit audiences with completely different opinions? Also is it the way the media in the UK frame these issues influence on how we respond to them?

I heard that the waters of the UK is diverse in marine life, and as a floridian with a passion for marine life, that intrigues me

Can someone describe or list the marine animals found off the coast of the UK, namely:

- Whales and Dolphins
- Seals
- Sharks and Rays
- Fish
- Mollusks
- Crustaceans
- ETC

It may be misreporting and misrepresentation, but the UK seems to have a significantly lower acceptance of evolution than the US. With the UK being <70% and the US being comfortably around 80%.

I'm not interested in getting into an argument about religion, it's perfectly possible to believe in the supernatural but accept that evolution is true (even Pope Jimmy Paul II came out in the 90s and said that it was unequivocal fact).

Is this a fault in our education? Are we just that dumb? Do people think it's funny to lie to surveys?

https://ncse.ngo/vast-majority-americans-accept-human-evolution-new-survey-finds

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creationism_by_country#United_Kingdom

https://www.theguardian.com/science/2009/feb/01/evolution-darwin-survey-creationism

EDIT:

Many people pointed out that the Guardian data is quite old, the most recent data I could find was 2019 by Puffin Books, it records 1/3 of people in the UK reject evolution and that the number is on the rise

https://www.theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2019/02/12/disbelieving-darwin-the-dangers-of-evolution-opinion-polls

https://www.economist.com/erasmus/2019/02/12/many-people-still-reject-charles-darwins-theory-of-evolution

So saw a TikTok of a guy listing things you shouldn’t be doing as an adult man, on was asking Lorry Drivers to honk their horn. Firstly it’s fun and I will continue ie to do this.

The main question is as a kid it’s socially acceptable to wave at firemen as it’s pure and wholesome, I am assuming as an elderly person you can also get away with waving at them as it’s also sweet and innocent.

My question what is the cut off age can I no longer wave at firemen? And what age can I start waving at them again? Or does it not matter? And do Firemen appreciate people waving of all ages?

Hey,

I am planning on visiting the UK next year and have been looking into the new ETA rules. Just seeking clarification as for what I understand my partner who is 100% Australian has to apply for an ETA which is roughly £20. However, as my dad is English I automatically am a dual citizen and therefore cannot get an ETA and instead need to pay for an entire British passport? I’m pretty sure this is correct however it seems to make no sense that a foreigner can get into the country cheaper. I’m also wondering if I was to just get an ETA, how would immigration know. I have never lived in the UK or applied for a British passport or any offical document before so how would they know I am technically a dual citizen and not allowed to.

Thanks for any help on this.

it’s getting towards Samhain, weathers turning a bit and the nights are longer, so ideal for some decent ghost walks.

im going on one in Ely in a few weeks time, I can’t wait and hopefully we’ll witness some supernatural happenings..

Picture for context.

Hello everyone. I am not British and have never been to the UK, though I have been to Gibraltar.

However, I often read comments by British - and, indeed, also Canadian etc. - people which complain about the state of their respective countries. Common complaints include a "housing crisis", rising prices, immigrants and so forth. Judging by what one may read on Facebook or Reddit, you would assume Britain is turning into some sort of third-world jungle.

Here's something I was wondering about, can any of the issues that people face be "shrugged off" with a bit of capital?

Let's say that a person wins 105 million dollars after taxes in a lottery. Then invests it in bonds and the stock market, plus buys themselves a very nice flat in central London. Could such a person live an absolutely "wonderful", carefree life in Britain, despite all of these issues I mentioned above? Basically just having fun?

In other words, with enough money, can Britain still be a country where you can live a "great" life without caring about those "dumpster fire" issues mentioned above?

So I’ve had this letter today and my mom ripped it, but I wanted to see what’s in it, and I found out that an officer is about to come in to check for a tv license. Now my family is panicking if this is true or will we get fined £1000 for watching the World Cup live without a tv licence?
Please add any thoughts on this, whether this is a scam or not.

For a little bit of context, I am trying to write a YA thriller novel set in London, but have no chance of being able to go there. The best I can do is watch videos about London, walk around specific locations using google maps, and scroll reddit threads. Also, I am an Australian.

Nosey American here. I just watched the Oprah interview(3/2021), and here is my confusion.

Technically, Archie was not entitled to a title in 2019. Lillibet, born in 6/2021, wasn't either.

The Oprah interview was in 3/2021. MEGHAN carried on about titles and security. They were not entitled until 2022!

Further confusion:

Charles had started cracking down on security in 2011 for Eugenie and Beatrice and many others. Why were H&M surprised the children didn't get security?

Princess Anne and Prince Edward refused titles for their children. What I find on this is that the queen and parents felt it was for the best. Again, why were H & M surprised. Trimming of titles had already begun!

I never did, but I've never met anyone else that didn't.

The annual bill to the taxpayer is £4 million. This is paid to the duchy of Cornwall for the lease and upkeep, however, the prison was closed in 2023 due to radon levels being 10x higher than safe limits. The current lease runs until 2033, we the tax payers are paying £4m a year for a building and site not fit for intended purpose.

The only other country which allows religious bishops to sit in its parliament is Iran so it ought to be done as well .

Pretty much in every other European country, Uber drivers take the luggage in and out of the boot. I've just been in Germany and Croatia, they almost took offence with me wanting to do the honours.

Can't ever not shock me that drivers in the UK just sit in their car waiting for you to load it up yourself.

I am interested in exploring the holiday habits and destination preferences of British residents. When taking annual leave or personal time off, what locations do you typically choose to visit?

I know the UK isnt a tropical place, but as someone who grew up near the sunny beaches in Florida i wanna ask:

What are some of the best beach spots in the UK? Sunny and warm places where i can best go swimming, snorkeling, or surfing etc?