Why Does the U.S. Government Own Millions of Acres of Land?
Does it seem fair to you that one landowner would own 30% of all the land in the United States? Well, it’s true, and that owner is the U.S. federal government. Where is all…
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These Countries Could Be Superpowers in the 22nd Century
The definition of a “superpower” is rather subjective. In the Cold War it was applied only to the United States and the Soviet Union—the two most powerful countries in the world. This despite the…
Over 30,000 Children Are Still Missing in the US. What is Being Done to Find Them?
The FBI reports that about 460,000 children go missing in the U.S. every year. In the time it takes to brew a cup of coffee in your Keurig, 2 more kids are gone. It’s…
What Would It Take for Texas to Secede?
Texas is one of the few states that were once independent countries, and is quite proud of that. But just 16 years after becoming a U.S. state, it seceded in the Civil War. Today,…
Who Was the Smartest American President?
It’s common knowledge that being a mom is the hardest job in the world, right? But surely close behind is the job of the President of the United States. And on the whole, the…
I Always Dreamed of Owning Property, But These 9 Factors Convinced Me Not To Be a Landlord
Like most kids, I grew up playing board games. One of my favorites was Monopoly. I liked it so much I’d play it by myself if nobody else wanted to. Money was scarce in…
Thank You, Boomer! Here’s How the Baby Boomers Made America Better
The comment, “OK, Boomer,” has become a popular way to dismiss people in their 60s and 70s as old and irrelevant. It’s devastating how in just two brief words it writes off millions of…
These Nations Have the Most US Treasury Securities
U.S. treasury securities are deeply connected to national debt. The definition of treasury securities is complicated, as they are inherently linked to national debt. At their core, they are “debt instruments” that the U.S.…
The Most Heavily Defended Borders in the World
The United States and Canada have the longest peaceful, undefended border in the world, running 5,525 miles between 8 Canadian provinces and territories and 11 U.S. states. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently described…
The Countries With the Lowest Corporate Taxes (America Isn’t Even Top 10)
Thinking of operating a business overseas? These are the countries with the lowest corporate taxes. LuFeTa / Shutterstock.com Average Global and U.S. Corporate Taxes Michael Vadon / Wikimedia Commons The global average corporate tax…
Most Undocumented Immigrants Eligible for Trump’s ‘Self Deportation’ Live in These 12 States
Immigration is the hottest topic in the country these days, particularly the issue of the approximately 11 million undocumented immigrants residing in U.S. borders. The Trump administration is launching tougher laws and aggressive enforcement…
How Much Firepower Can a Stealth Bomber Carry?
The B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is without a doubt the pinnacle of airpower. Designed to penetrate enemy defenses undetected, it can carry a devastating arsenal of conventional and nuclear weapons. It’s no exaggeration to…
Who Are the Biggest Tenants of Trump Tower, New York?
Trump Tower was a prestigious address even before its famous namesake became President of the United States. What’s it like to live and work at this landmark building? And what celebrities and corporations have…
Here Are the Average Salaries of Police Officers in Every State
Being a police officer is tough enough, but it’s also one of the most politically debated jobs in America. What they get paid doesn’t just depend on their level of experience and training. It…
All the Countries That Have Nuclear Reactors
In the popular imagination, nuclear power plants conjure fears of catastrophic explosions and radiation leaks, such as the Chernobyl disaster in Ukraine in 1986. In reality, hundreds of reactors safely operate all over the…
Inside the Minds of Infamous Americans Who Sold US Secrets Abroad
Despite all the government’s efforts to vet applicants for government jobs requiring security clearances, sometimes the system breaks down. Here are some of the most notorious stories of Americans who sold out vital government…
If You’re a Citizen of One of These Countries, Get Ready to Serve in the Military
The United States hasn’t had a military draft since 1973, but men between the ages of 18-25 are still required to register with the Selective Service to be called up in case of a…
These States Are the Biggest Food Producers in the US
In American culture, the vast urban metropolises have half the country’s population and generate up to 90% of its GDP. But it’s the rural areas, often dismissed as “flyover states,” that feed the country…
These Airports Process the Most International Visitors to the U.S.
The United States is one of the most popular destinations in the world for tourists, students, business people, seasonal workers, and immigrants. This article explores which U.S. airports receive the most foreign passport holders,…
These Cities Have Bigger Economies Than Entire US States
About half the American population lives in the 50 largest urban areas in the country. And a whopping 90% of the entire American GDP is produced in the country’s cities. Of course, this is…