The Best Movies Predicting the Future
Futuristic movies have been a cinema staple for nearly as long as movies have been around, with 1902’s “A Trip to the Moon” widely regarded as the first ever science fiction film. Ever since,…
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Every State’s Flag and What It Represents
Many symbols of the Confederacy — including statues, names, and flags — have been removed from public places nationwide. Still, many state flags to this day contain such divisive symbols, often considered racist. Most…
The 25 Worst Episodes of ‘Friends’ Ever, According to Data
As one of the most iconic sitcoms that has ever aired on TV, “Friends” has produced countless episodes that are considered classics. But even the best shows with the best writers have an occasional…
America’s 22 Favorite Sandwiches
Sandwiches are a comfort food staple, a go-to snack and meal for millions of people. The popular story is that we have John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, to thank for that. He…
The Best Christmas Movies of All Time
For many people, watching movies is an integral part of the holiday season. For some, this means watching the same Christmas classics every year. Others are drawn to newer films, heading to the local…
The Best and Worst States for a Healthy Retirement
The number of retired baby boomers increased by 3.2 million in 2020 compared to 2019, according to Pew Research Center, the largest increase since 2011, when the oldest members of the generation first hit…
States With the Highest and Lowest Non-COVID 19 Vaccination Rates
Before the coronavirus pandemic, vaccines rarely dominated the news as much as COVID-19 vaccines have recently. Though some oppose the COVID-19 vaccine mandates, it’s been over 100 years since states began to require immunizations…
This Movie Remake Is Better Than the Original
The history of American movies includes film remakes that were much better than their originals, both in terms of box office performance and the opinions of critics. First movies are road tests for remakes.…
The Best Halloween Movies for a Good Scare, According to Fans
‘Tis is the season for the tightness-in-the-stomach, scary feeling that only a Halloween movie can bring. There are many ways to properly celebrate the spooky holiday — including carving pumpkins and eating sour candy…
Most Played Halloween Songs of All Time
Watching “Hocus Pocus” and other quintessential Halloween movies is certainly a nice way of getting into the ghoulish spirit. But what might help you most is listening to the best and most memorable Halloween…
States With the Biggest Bullying Problem
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken the national spotlight off many other physical and mental health problems, including childhood bullying. Approximately one in five kids between the ages of 12 and 18 experiences bullying, which…
Highest Grossing Movie Every Year of the Sound Era
When filmmakers set out to craft a movie, many probably have two main goals — win awards and turn a profit. Reaching the top of the box office charts to become the highest grossing…
The Biggest Scarlett Johansson Movies, Ranked From Worst to Best
“Black Widow” was the first Marvel Cinematic Universe film since 2019. The solo outing of Natasha Romanoff, played for over a decade by Scarlet Johansson, beat the pandemic era record at the box office.…
Most Popular US Attractions on Instagram
More than 40% of millennials admit to prioritising “instagrammability” when choosing a vacation destination, according to one U.K. survey. This means that nearly half of people older than 33 may not consider a destination…
The Most Common Warning Signs Your Thyroid Isn’t Working Right
One of the most important parts of the body also happens to be one of the smallest ones. The butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck plays a role in many vital body…
Most Popular Shows at the 2021 Emmy Awards
Millions of Americans tuned into the 2021 Emmy Awards, hoping to see their favorite TV and streaming programs take home the statuette. Tense dramas, exciting mysteries, laugh out loud comedies, and beloved reality shows…
The Happiest Cities in America, According to Residents
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic challenged the well-being of millions of people, happiness was not an easy measure to quantify because it is highly individual. What makes a person happy changes from one individual…
Movies Audiences Hate But Critics Love
Moviegoers rely on film critics to give an honest assessment of a movie so they can avoid wasting their money and their time on a bad movie. Yet sometimes these two groups are at…
Movies Audiences Love but Critics Hate
With thousands of new movies released each year, audiences rely on professional critics to identify the best the industry has to offer. By doing so, movie reviewers help moviegoers avoid wasting time and maximize…
Most Profitable Post 9/11 War Movies
The events of September 11, 2001 altered the course of U.S. history forever. In a long and ongoing history of U.S. military expansion, the ensuing 20-year war in Afghanistan was one of the longest…