The “British tea time alarm” trend began in mid-March. In it, British users either filming themselves caught and panicking during the alarm without tea, or explaining the alarm itself.

It’s a British tradition that’s come under threat, and it was recently revealed that PG Tips is considering quitting the tea business as more of us switch to coffee and herbal alternatives.

When faced with cake, tea and a fine selection of pastries, it's the question everyone wants to know - how do I make the ensuing binge look graceful? British etiquette expert William Hanson guides ...

A viral trend showing people dropping everything to make a cup of tea prompted by a blaring alarm has been described as “quintessential” British humour, but has left Americans confused.