Mike Edmisten - Author for 24/7 Wall St.
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It’s no secret that Americans are enamored with big vehicles. Eight of the ten best-selling vehicles in 2023 were trucks and SUVs. The Toyota Camry and Tesla Model Y were the only cars to crack the...
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According to a 2023 report from the American Sportfishing Association, there are 52.4 million recreational anglers in the United States. That is more than U.S. golfers and tennis players combined....
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Pizza is about to have a moment. For starters, National Pizza Day is on February 9. Considering that Americans eat an acre’s worth of pizza every day (per Dairy Herd Management), it seems only...
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Energy drinks are some of the fastest-growing products in the beverage industry. These drinks typically contain caffeine, amino acids, herbs, and vitamins. They are marketed as a quick and easy way...
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February is a strange month in the United States. During the second month of the year, we arm a naked baby with a bow and arrows in the name of romance. We also usurp the birthdays of our two most...
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The United States is certainly not among the rainiest nations on Earth. Colombia receives more rainfall than any other country in the world. Some places in this South American nation receive 127.5...
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According to a survey by IPX1031, 90% of Americans plan to travel this year. Domestic travel is expected to reach near pre-pandemic levels in 2024, and why not? The good ol’ U.S. of A. is filled...
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You depend on the appliances in your home every day. When it’s time to do laundry, you expect your washer and dryer to work. If you have a hungry family to feed, you need your range and microwave...
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It probably comes as no surprise that the United States is the world leader in fast-food consumption. The U.S. ranks well ahead of other fast-food-loving nations, such as the United Kingdom, France,...
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Capital punishment is once again atop the news. On January 25, Kenneth Eugene Smith, 58, was executed in Alabama by nitrogen hypoxia. Smith was convicted for a 1988 murder-for-hire. His death marked...
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Tires are a bit like the water heater in your home. You use both every day, but you rarely think about either unless there is a problem. Your water heater doesn’t even receive a passing thought on...
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The United States is one of only 17 megadiverse countries in the world. A megadiverse country features a broad array of plant and animal species. To be classified as a megadiverse country, a nation...
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It is no secret that Americans have a long-standing love of fast food, but the sheer amount of fast food we consume might still be surprising. According to a 2023 survey conducted by Drive Research,...
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According to The Ohio State University, 23% of people give up on their New Year’s resolutions by the end of the first week. Another 20% ditch those resolutions by the end of the month. It is now...
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According to a report from Reviews.org, nearly 70% of Americans watch live sports. The National Football League (NFL) draws more viewers than any other sports league, followed by the National...
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