This Is How a Ballistic Missile Works
One of the scarier images from the Cold War is that of an intercontinental ballistic missile, positioned in a silo and primed for launch. An ICBM is a land-based, often nuclear-armed, ballistic missile with…
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John Harrington
These Are the Republics of Russia
Before it ceased to exist in 1991, the Soviet Union was the largest country in the world, covering some 8.65 million square miles, almost one-sixth of Earth’s land surface. Its population was estimated at…
Famous Historic Homes Currently For Sale
Calling a house “historic” is one way a homeowner can try to squeeze extra value out of a home they want to sell. But just because a house is old, it isn’t necessarily historic.…
Foods With the Worst Environmental Impact
When it comes to the impact certain foods have on the environment, it’s not surprising that meat and dairy products top the list. But you might be surprised that foods we’ve been told are…
Athletes Whose Careers Lasted Into Their 40s and Beyond
The old saying goes “life begins at 40.” For some athletes, their livelihoods didn’t stop at 40. Drawing on statistics and data from the family of professional sports reference sources and including material from…
The Year the Most Americans Have Died in War Since 1980
During World War II, President Franklin Roosevelt described the United States as the “Arsenal of Democracy,” and more than 70 years later, it remains one. The U.S. is the undisputed military power in the…
The Most Popular Rock Bands of All Time
Combining elements of rhythm and blues, country, jazz, and gospel, rock music has had a strong cultural impact throughout America and the world since its inception in the 1940s and 1950s. In the three-quarters…
The Most Streamed Movies in May
Another round of the COVID-19 variant this past month chased many of us back inside to family rooms and dens to view more offerings from streaming services. For many of us, that meant hunkering…
A Look at the Recent Military History of Every Former Soviet Republic
As the world reels from Russia’s incursion into Ukraine, it is worth noting that Russian expansionism is nothing new. Russia, the world’s largest nation by area, has been casting its eye on neighboring territories…
Most Toxic Fitness Activities
There is no shortage of exercise options for Americans to get in shape, gain muscle mass, lose weight, or learn how to protect themselves. Unfortunately, those working out can be subjected to harassment and…
What Countries Are Doing to Address the Next Pandemic
Nearly two years into the coronavirus pandemic, the worst worldwide outbreak since the Spanish flu over 100 years ago, the Omicron variant of the virus is in retreat in most parts of the world.…
States With the Most Used Public Libraries
Public libraries are one of a community’s anchor institutions, a source of pride, a place for reflection, and a quiet refuge from the sometimes chaotic outside world. Americans visited public libraries 1.3 billion times…
Countries With the Most Dangerous Roads
The latest Global Status Report from the World Health Organization, released in December 2018, showed that about 1.3 million people die each year as a result of road traffic crashes around the world. About…
These 25 Highest-Paying Jobs for Women Still Pay Men More
The Equal Pay Act of 1963 is a federal law that prohibits pay discrimination on the basis of gender. The EPA is an amendment to the Fair Labor Standards Act and was enacted to…
America’s Least Popular National Parks
There are 423 parks in America’s National Park System, and though visitations have increased since the worst of the pandemic has passed, some continue to be overlooked by outdoor enthusiasts. (These are the largest…
This Is Where Retirees Are Moving
According to a study by the Federal Reserve of St. Louis, about 10,000 people will turn 65 each day for the next two decades. Among those who choose to retire at that age, some…
America’s Most Visited National Parks
In 2020, COVID-19 shut down facilities in most of America’s National Parks and National Preserves, with visits falling by about a third overall compared to 2019. The good news is that in 2021, the…
The Most Affordable US Cities for Commuters
Listing the most affordable metros for gasoline is becoming an increasingly challenging endeavor as the economic news becomes grimmer. The Labor Department on Friday said the consumer price index rose 8.6% in May from…
Most Watched Prime Time TV Shows Last Month
Viewers of primetime television made some of the medium’s oldest shows must-see TV last month. To determine the 10 most watched primetime TV shows for the week of May 23, 2022, 24/7 Tempo reviewed…
Cities Where College Students Are Most Burdened By Debt
Student debt, incurred as a result of getting a college education, is a burden not just for young Americans, but it has negative repercussions for the economy overall. Debt hampers recently graduated students from…