The World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office issued more than 300,000 utility patents in 2018. Though anyone can apply for a patent, large corporations tend to receive the most — more than one-fourth of patents…
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Cost of Living in America’s Major Cities
Living in a major metropolitan area has countless benefits. Cities are cultural hubs — they offer diverse and high-quality options for anything from food, health care, and education to music and art venues and…
15 Different Explanations for Amelia Earhart’s Disappearance
Nearly 82 years ago, famed aviator Amelia Earhart, along with navigator Fred Noonan, disappeared over the South Pacific in her second attempt to become the first pilot to circumnavigate the globe. Earhart’s disappearance is…
Most Uncommon Baby Names in America
Choosing the perfect baby name can be fun, but it can also be stressful. Parents have many influences — from pop culture to family history. But in some cases, the desire to create a…
The Worst States for Hispanics
Comprising nearly 18% if the population, Hispanics and Latinos are one of the largest and fastest growing demographic groups in the United States. Americans who identify as Hispanic or Latino trace their ancestry to…
Where You’ll Pay the Most in Electric Bills
From powering kitchen appliances to leaving a light on at night to getting on the internet, electricity is at the center of many of modern life’s most basic functions. However, the cost of electricity…
Fastest-Growing Vacation Spots Around the World
If traveling were free, or at least more affordable, you’d be on a plane right now. As millennials, who are the largest generation in the workforce, prefer cultural experience over material things, more people…
Southern States Struggle the Most With Credit Card Debt
Americans are increasingly using plastic over cash in the checkout aisle. According to the Federal Reserve, Americans have a record $1.04 trillion in credit card debt. The temptation to buy now and pay later…
This Is Exactly What Happens to Your Skin as You Age
Americans spend billions of dollars on skin-care products each year in the hopes these products will help keep their skin looking young and healthy. The skin-care market has been growing steadily for years, and…
What It Costs to Retire Comfortably in Every State
As the baby boomer generation continues to age, millions of Americans are due for retirement. Every day, roughly 10,000 U.S. residents turn 65. However, a record number of people 65 and older are remaining…
20 Times in History the World Could Have Ended
How close has the world come to meeting its end? Very close, and more times than you think. We know from geologists, paleontologists, and archaeologists that the planet was slammed by asteroids millions of…
How Much Home You Can Buy for $200K in Every State
Buying a home is the biggest purchase millions of Americans make in their lifetimes. Within a given market, a higher price tag generally corresponds with a larger house. However, real estate markets vary by…
Budget Airlines With the Best On-Time Record
Two of the most important factors when booking a flight is the price and the airline’s reputation, specifically its track record for on time departures and arrivals. Ideally, a traveller does not have to…
The Price of a Cup of Coffee Around the World
Americans are setting records when it comes to drinking coffee. Nearly 65% of adults in the country have at least one cup of coffee every day, an increase from 62% in 2017 and the…
The Fastest Growing and Shrinking States
Long-term population decline can spell disaster for any economy. A shrinking population can result in labor shortages, lower tax revenue, higher per-capita debt, and weakened GDP growth. While the U.S. population has grown steadily…