These Are the Cities With the Most COVID-19 Cases
The U.S. reported over 742,000 new cases of coronavirus over the seven days ending July 10, bringing the total count to more than 87.1 million confirmed cases of COVID-19. There have been more than…
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An old adage says life begins at 40. That might be said to be especially true for many now-famous entertainment industry personalities, for whom stardom didn’t come until after – and sometimes long after…
The Year Lobbyists Influenced Government Policy the Most Since 2008
The COVID-19 pandemic cut the revenue and profits of several business sectors, especially retail and food service. One industry, however, reported growing revenue during the pandemic – the lobbying industry. OpenSecrets, an organization that…
The 50 Best Movies To Stream On Netflix This Month
With each new month comes a fresh slate of acclaimed movies to Netflix. Combine that with the streaming platform’s existing library and you get a veritable smorgasbord of high-quality viewing. Whether you’re looking for…
States That Lost the Most Bee Colonies Last Winter
As interest in beekeeping has grown in the US over the last few decades, honey bee colonies have continued to experience high mortality rates. In the winter of 2020-21, American beekeepers saw the second…
The Greatest War Time Speeches in History
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has almost single handedly rallied the governments and peoples of much of the world to his country’s cause as Russia moves further and further along in the invasion of his…
Cities Hit Hardest By Extreme Poverty
There are almost 40 million people in the 48 contiguous U.S. states – about one in eight – living below the poverty level. That is defined as those with an annual income threshold of…
The 50 Best Movies To Stream For Free This Month
Countless streaming services are now available to viewers in America, most of which charge a monthly fee. The array of movies such services make available may be well worth the money if you’re a…
Best Cities for Single Dads in 2022
Nearly 80% of the 11 million single-parent families are headed by mothers, a statistic that underscores how disproportionately the responsibility of child-rearing falls on women. But the U.S. also has about two million single…
Small Cities Attracting the Most Immigrants
Large U.S. cities are among the most culturally diverse places to live in the world — but in a country with a long history as a beacon for immigrants, it’s not always the case…
The Best Romance Movies of All Time, According to the Data
Romance is one of the most common plot lines in movies. In some films the central narrative revolves around a complicated relationship between two characters. In others it’s a side plot where the action…
States With the Most Identity Theft
Identity theft in the United States is rising. According to the Federal Trade Commission’s Consumer Sentinel Network report, the number of reported cases more than doubled from 2019 to 2020. One possible reason for…
50 Best Movies to Stream on Amazon Prime Right Now
Even though it’s summer and you want to hit the beach, visit the parks, go hiking, play sports, and party at the clubs, Amazon is giving you plenty of reasons – at least 50…
Who Spends the Most Lobbying the US Government
U.S. lobbyists raked in a record $3.7 billion in revenue last year from companies, labor unions, and special-interest groups, according to OpenSecrets, which tracks money in politics. This 6% growth compared to 2020 came…
The World’s 25 Best LGBTQ Wedding Destinations
Planning a wedding is a monumental task, and choosing the venue, the caterer, and the guest list are only part of it. There are also the tailored outfits, the rain plan, and the family…