Countries Where People Live the Longest
One of the best measures of the health of a nation’s population is average life expectancy at birth. The United States’ life expectancy of 78.7 remains high compared to most of the world. However,…
One of the best measures of the health of a nation’s population is average life expectancy at birth. The United States’ life expectancy of 78.7 remains high compared to most of the world. However,…
As the world increasingly relies on advanced technology — in computing, manufacturing, health care, and more — science and technology are becoming inextricably linked in the U.S. job market. More and more, the jobs…
At a time when urban centers were growing increasingly crowded, the introduction of the safety elevator in 1853 ushered in the modern era of skyscrapers. These massive feats of engineering are now common in…
As the United States grew from 13 colonies to 50 states, each state has developed its own identity, full of culture, cuisine, and state pride. Yet each state, no matter how nice it may…
American homes are at their least affordable level in more than 10 years. ATTOM Data Solutions, a real estate and property data provider, reported that the median sale price of a house in 2018’s…
It is getting more difficult to afford a home in America. According to a report from ATTOM Data Solutions, a real estate and property data provider, median home prices in 2018’s fourth quarter hit…
Since the beginning of recorded history, people have had the desire to build. Early humans erected the 28-foot tall Tower of Jericho roughly 11,000 years ago. It is believed to have been the tallest…
Ideally, a marriage lasts a lifetime. With more than 1 million divorces filed every year in the United States, however, this ideal is far from the reality. At the same time, the U.S. divorce…
When a couple gets married, they typically expect the union to last forever. Yet this is not always the case. Among all Americans age 15 and older, 10.9% are divorced and have not remarried.…
Americans love beer. Some 40% of drinkers in the U.S. list the hoppy concoction as their alcoholic beverage of choice. U.S. beer consumption totaled nearly 159 pints per person in 2016 alone. A large…
International travel can be complicated if tourists are not prepared. Dealing with foreign languages, customs, and currency can be difficult — though that only becomes a problem if you are able to get into…
Though marriage might have different contexts in cultures and religions across the globe, by and large it means a lifetime of commitment between two people. The average age at which people get married can…
It has been said that money cannot buy happiness — but it can certainly alleviate financial pressure. About 64% of American adults report being at least somewhat stressed about money, according to the American…
Since the beginning of the 2018 NFL season, eight of the league’s 32 teams have fired or parted ways with their head coach. The Arizona Cardinals fired head coach Steve Wilks after just one…
This Sunday, the New England Patriots will face off against the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LIII at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Those looking to buy a ticket today can expect to spend…
No matter what industry a company is in, its most important asset is its reputation. Companies can spend millions of dollars each year on public relations, advertising, and brand research. A scandal, failed product…
After earning their diploma, two-thirds of high school graduates attend college. Many hope a college education will help them land a better and higher-paying job than they would have been able to obtain without…
Nationwide, the median annual household income is $57,652. It varies widely by state, from $42,000 in Mississippi to nearly $79,000 in Maryland. Despite these differences, each U.S. state — even the poorest — is…
Thanks to abundant resources, a relatively stable government, and a business-friendly climate, Americans know that — with a good idea and some hard work — they can create a successful business. The American entrepreneurial…
Roughly one in nine Americans moved within the last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. People move to accommodate growing families, work at a new job, or find somewhere that better fits their…