States Where the Virus is Spreading the Fastest
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to surge to an unprecedented level. Since Nov. 4, at least 100,000 new cases of the virus have been reported every day in the United States. A record 131,084 cases…
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The Longest City Name in Every State
There are about 30,000 cities, towns, and villages in the U.S., each with a unique characteristic — be it an iconic landmark, a fascinating history, or a special name. And since there are no…
America’s Largest Military Bases
U.S. military spending was nearly $732 billion in 2019, up from about $650 billion in 2018, and nearly triple the $261 billion spent by China, the country with the world’s second-largest defense budget. In addition…
25 Lowest Paying Jobs in America
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, record-breaking numbers of Americans have filed for jobless claims on a weekly basis. Today, even after many businesses have reopened, millions of Americans remain unemployed or furloughed,…
Most Popular Game Show Hosts in History
Legendary “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek has died at the age of 80. The iconic game-show host, known for his calm and wittiness, has a legion of fans, as evidenced by the outpouring of concern…
The Value of a Dollar in Every State
As the Coronavirus continues to affect the American economy, the value of the country’s currency has taken a hit in international markets. Even so, the U.S. dollar remains one of the most widely-traded and…
States Where COVID-19 Cases Have Doubled in 2 Months
What once may have seemed as an unrealistic prediction is now a fact. The U.S. reported more than 102,000 new coronavirus infections on Nov. 2 – an all-time high for new cases a day.…
The Shortest and Longest Living Dog Breeds in the World
Every dog owner has their own reasons for getting a pet, whether it is companionship, protection, or simply to have a furry friend to walk with. Each different breed comes with perks and challenges,…
States That Are Falling Apart
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, each day, motorists drove about 8.8 billion miles on American roadways, while the U.S. railroad system carried 85,000 passengers and 5 million tons of freight. Though travel habits have shifted…
Places in Every State Where COVID-19 Is Growing the Fastest Right Now
The United States is approaching another grim milestone in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. At the current rate of spread, well more than 10 million U.S. residents will have been infected with the virus that…
This Is How Schools in Every State Are Managing COVID-19
School officials and health experts spent months and countless hours developing plans to bring students back into the classroom safely. But barely two months into the new academic year, many schools’ reopening plans were…
Richest Person in Every State
Most of the world’s largest business empires and mega fortunes have been built in the United States. Not only are 14 of the world’s 25 largest public companies headquartered in the U.S., but 18…
Worst Voting Districts for Black Americans
It has been 150 years since the 15th Amendment guaranteed Black American men the right to vote. Yet in that time, people of color have consistently faced discrimination and inequality — much of which…
States Where the Virus Spread Is Slowing (and Where It’s Still Getting Worse)
As the nation turns its full attention to the results of the presidential election, the COVID-19 pandemic — long one of the election’s central issues — continues to worsen across the country. On Halloween,…
America’s Youngest Presidents
Obama, Clinton, and Kennedy are among the five youngest U.S. presidents. The youngest was only 42 when he took office.