States Where COVID-19 Cases Are Climbing Fastest
As a the Delta variant continues to spread, new cases of COVID-19 are on the rise in the United States. There were an average of 43.0 new daily cases of the virus for every…
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The Most Common (and Controversial) Risk Factors for Blood Cancer
People can’t see the different components in the blood that keep the body healthy. But these components — mainly white and red blood cells, plasma, and platelets — can all become malignant for various…
This Is the World’s Longest River, for Now
The Nile, the world’s longest river at 4,132 miles, stretches from Central Africa to Egypt, where it empties into the Mediterranean Sea. It is the drainage basin for several of Africa’s largest nations, including…
The Most Devastating Invasive Species
Invasive species are an expensive problem in the United States. Recent estimates show the devastation wrought by invasive species to crops, forests, wildlife, and homes costs the U.S. economy well over $100 billion annually.…
The 50 Drunkest Cities in America
Though alcohol is enjoyed responsibly by millions of Americans every day, it is also misused by many — and over consumption can have serious consequences. Excessive drinking is the third leading preventable cause of…
Most Popular Girl Bands of All Time
Throughout the decades, superstar female performers have created iconic music and fought hard to carve out their niche in the male-dominated music scene. Further, many have used their music to empower other women. Legendary…
States With No Income Tax
The federal deficit hit an all time high of over $28 trillion in March 2021. Unlike the federal government, however, nearly all states are constitutionally required to have a balanced budget and depend on…
The Most Successful R-Rated Movies of All Time
In 1968, the Motion Picture Association of America replaced the so-called Hays Code, instituted in the 1930s to enforce moral guidelines upon cinematic content, with its own rating system — ushering in the age…
The Least Expensive Zip Code in Every State
The COVID-19 pandemic had devastating economic consequences in the United States, grinding entire industries to a halt. One sector that did not suffer, however, was real estate. Driven by the pandemic, existing home sales…
America’s Favorite LGBTQ+ Bars
“While Pride still might look a little different this year, bars and clubs across the United States are finding ways to safely welcome patrons back for stiff cocktails, cold beers, and some of the…
Most Affordable Cars in America
If you’re in the market for a new car but your budget is tight, then consider the humble sedan or compact crossover. They might not turn heads on the highway, but they will reliably…
States With the Most Dogs
Dogs are the most popular pets in America. Almost 50 million households have at least one, according to the most recent data from the American Veterinary Medical Association. There are many reasons for this:…
The Most Affordable Zip Codes to Buy a Home in the Nation
A surge in demand for homes in the United States, in addition to limited housing inventory, has created a sellers market unlike anything seen in recent memory. Homes are now selling faster than ever…
States With the Best and Worst Health Insurance Coverage
The share of Americans under the age of 65 without health insurance fell every year between 2010, when the Affordable Care Act was signed into law, and 2016, when President Barack Obama left office.…
25 Worst Live-Action Disney Movies of All Time
The Walt Disney Company is known for releasing countless classic movies, both live-action and animated. However, they can’t all be hits. Some are real stinkers. To identify the worst live-action Disney movies of all…