Wall Street stock and bond traders are in for some promising news in 2025: they will be receiving quite the bonus. According to a quarterly report by compensation consultancy Johnson Associates, the chunk of…
It is no secret that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic immediately impacted everyone’s lives as we watched it unfold in 2020. What seems to be even more revealing is its lasting impact on many facets…
Before the end of the Cold War, the United States Military had a much more prominent presence throughout the globe. It is estimated that there were slightly more than 1,100 bases in the mid-to-late…
During the pandemic, it seemed as if the roads were perfect and every city was the ideal place to drive. Cities with the worst traffic in the world were now ideal as rush hour…
World War II began on September 1, 1939, and lasted six years, ending on September 2, 1945, although the United States didn’t officially enter the war until the day after the attack on Pearl…
Hunting is a part of the American frontiersman image and an important aspect of the nation’s culture. Hunting has evolved from a form of survival to a way of life for many people. There…
When creating new vehicles, car designers take into account speed, safety, cost, style, and comfort. Before they can begin the design phase, there are certain categories they must consider for what kind of car…
Wisconsin takes pride as the cheese capital of America, as well as in the success of its pro sports teams the Milwaukee Bucks, Milwaukee Brewers, and the Green Bay Packers. When it comes to…
The state of the world today can leave many people feeling less than optimistic. There are currently two ongoing conflicts that may lead to fears of another war and with that, the concern of…
Henry Kissinger, who shaped American diplomacy during the Cold War and served under two American presidents, died Wednesday at age 100. As secretary of state, Kissinger was famous for his “shuttle diplomacy,” traveling between…
We think of Americans who’ve played prominent roles in the areas of culture, sports, education, or leadership as coming from the nation’s biggest cities, but they’ve also emerged from America’s small towns. To determine…
Researchers at institutions including the Commonwealth Fund have found that a surge in the premature death rate, defined as deaths before the age of 75, was largely spurred by COVID-19 – either directly or…
When Dianne Feinstein died in September, she had recently celebrated her 90th birthday, and had been the oldest person currently serving as a Washington legislator. She was not the first person to reach that…
Television has seen many different types of shows, from true crime and horror to action and adventure. Still, there are certain genres that always seem to remain a favorite of many – dramas and…
To those who follow them, the death of a famous person can be almost as sad as a death in the family. Fans have invested years and sometimes decades following the triumphs and tribulations…
The decision to feature prominent female leaders on a country’s currency offers unique insight into how those nations view and celebrate outstanding women. Numerous countries across every inhabitable continent have paid tribute to both…
The value of a college education, particularly a liberal arts education, has come under scrutiny in recent years as the costs of attending a university continue to rise. As of the first quarter of…
Heartland rocker John Mellencamp sang about the comforts and confines of growing up in a small town (he hails from Seymour, Indiana, population 21,569). Celebrities from small communities might recognize themselves in his lyrics.…
Hospital admissions for COVID-19 surged and test positivity remained virtually unchanged for the latest reporting period. As winter draws near, there is a greater possibility that other viruses and illnesses may weaken immune systems,…
Despite better warning systems and stronger infrastructure, all areas of the world remain vulnerable to the worst that Mother Nature can mete out. In 2022, there were 387 natural hazards and disasters worldwide, according…
