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Steven M. Peters

25 Most Polluted Cities in the US

More than 141 million people — are routinely exposed to dangerously polluted air, according to the American Lung Association’s “State of the Air 2019” report. That’s over 7 million more people than the previous…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Best Pixar Movies

Fans of animated movies are eager for the release of Pixar’s upcoming “Toy Story 4.” The film, set to be released in theaters on June 21, has already set the record for ticket presales…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

America’s Most Affordable Business Schools

We at Poets&Quants–24/7 Wall St. have written plenty about the high cost of the MBA degree at the top schools. But what about highly ranked schools where the price tag is more affordable? Though “affordable” may be a…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Countries Doing the Most and Least to Protect the Environment

No other issue other than climate change is a truly global concern. Global temperatures are projected to rise between 2.5-10 degrees Fahrenheit over the next century, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change,…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

America’s Least Eco-Friendly States

The United States is the world’s second largest greenhouse gas emitter. The country announced in 2017 its plans to back out of the Paris Climate Agreement, which aims to fight global warming and its…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Best Selling Country Albums of the Last 10 Years

Revenues from recorded music are still well below their peak around the turn of the 21st century. This is due in large part to consumers turning to digital platforms, such as Spotify, when listening…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Most Famous Band From Every State

What’s more American than a group of friends taking up instruments in a garage and starting a band with dreams of making it big? All across the country music bands have formed — and…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

The Most Tourist-Friendly Countries in the World

The kind of welcome tourists receive in a foreign country can make or break a trip. Nobody wants to spend money and time traveling halfway around the world only to encounter difficulties once there.…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Olympic Villages Still Used Today

Hosting the Olympics is considered prestigious, and cities vie for the honor for years in advance, despite the significant financial resources required and staggering logistics needs. Preparing a locale to host thousands of athletes…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

20 Most Popular Stores in America

About two-thirds of the U.S. economy consists of consumer spending, making it the most important factor driving economic growth in the modern era. While drop shipping and e-commerce continue to change the way companies…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

The 100 Absolute Best Songs in History

While the world of recorded music is filled with hidden treasures, some songs are universally loved. These gems have remained popular throughout the years, even as perhaps newer music temporarily grabbed the limelight. The…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

25 Bizarre Musical Collaborations

Atlanta-based rapper Lil Nas X had an unexpected hit with “Old Town Road” — a sub-two minute rap song that gained widespread popularity on social media platforms. Perhaps even more unexpected was the subsequent…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Can’t Miss Memorial Day Event in Every State and DC

For many of us, Memorial Day weekend marks the start of summer (which doesn’t officially begin until June 21). After all, the days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and we’re already…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Must-See Roadside Attractions in Every State

In May 1903, Horatio Nelson Jackson and Sewall Crocker set out from San Francisco headed to New York City in what is considered the first ever cross-country road trip. Although the pair met with…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago