These Are the Most Obese Counties in Every State
The obesity epidemic in the U.S. is a major health issue and it’s getting worse. Almost half of adults in the U.S. are projected to be obese, not just overweight, by 2030, according to…
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The Highest-Grossing Movie Every Year Since 1930
Movies make money in several ways, including selling branded products and TV broadcast and streaming rights, which has been on the rise in recent years. But the largest source of revenue is still from…
These Are the Most Obese Counties in America
Almost half of adults in the U.S. are projected to be obese, not just overweight, by 2030, according to Harvard researchers estimates published in December 2019 in the New England Journal of Medicine. Nearly…
These Are the Tiniest Dog Breeds in the US
The variety of small dog breeds is astounding. There are so many that even the most picky dog lovers can find a perfect match when it comes to personality, activity level, and even coat…
25 States With Worst Health Care Systems
The U.S. health care system faced new levels of scrutiny in the past year amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Some hospitals were dangerously close to exceeding their capacity as COVID-19 patients flooded emergency rooms and…
The Most Visited US National Parks in 2020
Interest in national parks has been soaring over the last decade. In fact, total visits to all types of U.S. national parks almost exceeded the nation’s population in 2019. In 2010, the number of…
25 Real ‘Jeopardy!’ Clues About the ’80s That Will Make You a Trivia Champion
The 1980s were iconic in several ways. The decade was a time of loud fashion like “big hair” and bright colors as well as a time defined by classic entertainment productions, breakdancing, Ronald Reagan,…
Unhealthiest Items in the Most Popular Fast Food Chains
Americans spend millions of dollars a year eating and drinking at fast food establishments. The coronavirus pandemic did not stop the trend. In fact, drive-thru orders surged in 2020. By December, about 44% of…
America’s 40 Most Popular Baby Names in 2020
Oftentimes, expecting parents start thinking of a name for their new bundle of joy as soon as they find out a baby is coming. Some people are lucky and can decide on a name…
Christian Bale’s Best Movies, According to Fans
Oftentimes, even actors with the longest careers in Hollywood get to be forever known for the one iconic role they played. Christian Bale, however, is perhaps one of few who doesn’t fit in such…
These Are the Most Iconic Fall Fashion Trends Through the Years
The autumn season is often regarded as a symbol of change and new beginnings. This applies to fashion choices as well. But fall has a way of sneaking up. One day you’re putting on…
These Are the Most Popular Star Wars Characters
Star Wars is one of the most popular and long-running franchises in American media history, spawning three trilogies, spin-off films, comics, TV shows, video games, and more. Though many fans have been drawn in…
76 Movies With a Perfect Score from Critics
Determining which movies are the best is at the very least a subjective — if not impossible — task. Making movies is such a vast artistic endeavor, and there are so many categories and…
This Is the Most Popular Boy Name in Every State Since 2001
The process of choosing a name for a newborn can be fun. It can also be stressful, considering it’s basically the first decision parents make that will affect their child for the rest of…
2021 Oscar Nominees In and Out of Character
After the Oscar for best picture of the year and best director, the most prestigious categories are those for best leading and supporting actors and actresses. Though they are nominated largely based on their…
Can You Answer These Real Jeopardy! Questions About the US Population?
“Jeopardy!” premiered as a daytime TV show in 1964 and since then it has become one of the most beloved primetime and game shows ever. In the game, three contestants duke it out answering…
This Is How Long America’s Most Popular Dog Breeds Normally Live
Dogs are incredibly popular pets in the U.S. About 85 million American households own a pet, and more than 63 million of them have a dog. Many factors contribute to choosing the right breed…
Life Expectancy Was Declining in These States Even Before the Pandemic
The full effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on life expectancy in the U.S. won’t be known for a few more years, certainly not before the pandemic has been declared over. But the coronavirus has…
The Most Bankable Actors of the 21st Century
Casting movies is a complicated process. Casting directors are generally in charge of filling out the cast for a film, though writers and directors may have an idea about who could best play a…
Top Box Office Stars in Classic Movies Made Every Year Since 1945
Casting movies is a complicated process. Directors usually make the final call, but sometimes producers or the financiers of the movie may demand to choose the lead actors — and their choice is often…