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The Big City Where the Fewest People Rent in Every State

For the first time in the nation’s history, median monthly rents in the United States crossed the $2,000 mark. According to a report from real estate listing site Redfin, the median rent on all…

Mike Sauter · 4 years ago

Counties With the Most Foreclosures So Far this Year

The worst inflation in 40 years has led to cascading effects, with consumer sentiment declining and gross domestic product decreasing in the first quarter of this year. While the Federal Reserve has been raising…

247patrick · 4 years ago

Best Oyster Bars in America

As global fish populations have largely declined in the last 50 years and sustainable fishing practices are becoming paramount, one unassuming little mollusk is holding steady as an environmentally friendly seafood. About 95 percent…

247patrick · 4 years ago

The Big City With the Cheapest Rent, in Every State

Median rents have hit record highs across the country, thanks to inflation and pandemic-related shortages of housing and building supplies. In many parts of the country, people who choose to rent may find it…

Mike Sauter · 4 years ago

Best and Worst Things About Owning a Jeep

From its legendary beginning as a World War II transport, Jeeps have been a fixture on U.S. roads ever since. The Jeep’s four-wheel drive makes it capable of handling varied weather conditions or terrain.…

247patrick · 4 years ago

The World’s Strongest Beers

Beer is usually the least potent of alcoholic beverages. Table wine typically ranges from about 11% to 14% alcohol by volume (meaning the portion that is pure alcohol). Most spirits – vodka, gin, rum,…

247patrick · 4 years ago

Best Movie Prequels of All Time

Sequels and remakes have been popular in Hollywood for a long time, but prequels seem to be the latest big trend. Many franchises, including the Star Wars and Kingsman series, have chosen to look…

Hristina Byrnes · 4 years ago

Worst Climate-Related Disasters Since 2010

This week, hundreds died in a heat wave “apocalypse,” as meteorologists put it, in Europe. In June, Arctic wildfires raged and record-breaking floods hit Yellowstone National Park, Bangladesh, and India. There have been dozens…

247patrick · 4 years ago

States With the Most Job Openings Right Now

The number of unfilled jobs has hit multi-decade highs in recent months, and businesses across the country are struggling to find and hire workers. There were more than 11 million job openings nationwide at…

Sam Stebbins · 4 years ago

The Place Where the Most People Use Food Stamps in Every State

In June, California announced it would be sending $1,050 checks to approximately 23 million residents to combat the devastating effects inflation has had on state residents. Since then, a number of other states have…

Mike Sauter · 4 years ago

The Best Single Malt Scotches This Year

In the world of brown liquors, single malt scotch whisky has managed to hold sway over the public imagination the world over. Generally more expensive and sought-after than its cousins across the pond (like…

247patrick · 4 years ago

Drunkest City in Every State

Excessive drinking is the third leading cause of preventable death in the United States. According to research by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, alcohol contributes to over 140,000 lives each year between…

Hristina Byrnes · 4 years ago

Best TV Shows That Were Canceled After One Season

Given the oversaturated nature of modern television, it’s only natural that at least some quality programming gets left in the dust. The good news is that many of these overlooked shows are still available…

247patrick · 4 years ago

Cities Where the Fewest People Exercise

Many of the leading causes of premature death in the U.S. are related to lifestyle, among them poor diet and lack of adequate physical activity, both of which contribute to obesity and other morbidities.…

247patrick · 4 years ago

Movie Stars Who Came Out of Retirement to Act Again

For some actors, the adoration of fans, the riches, the ability to get the best table at the best restaurants and to work in exotic locations are not enough reasons to remain in the…

John Harrington · 4 years ago