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25 Most Surprising Facts About Polar Bears

The distinctive profiles of polar bears are easily recognized by children and adults all over the world, and yet they live farther from population centers than almost any other creature. They inhabit the inhospitable…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

The Craziest Car Races and Rallies in America

There are many ways for American motorsport enthusiasts to get their fill outside of just NASCAR. Local race tracks, county fairs, and hobbyists have all come up with their own races — crazy heart-pounding…

Grant Suneson · 7 years ago

The Best City to Be Single in Every State

Tying the knot is for many people one of the most prominent milestones of adult life — but not for all. While marriage provides many advantages — such as tax breaks — fewer Americans…

John Harrington · 7 years ago

Signs That You Spend Way Too Much Money on Food Shopping

Food is the third-largest living expense (after housing and transportation) for the average American family. That’s probably inevitable. We have to eat to live, and for a whole host of reasons, the things that…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Longest and Shortest Living Cat Breeds

Dogs may be our best friend, but cats are vying for the title as well. There are more cats owned in the United States than dogs — 94.2 million vs. 89.7 million, respectively. For…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

30 Most Popular Big Dog Breeds in America

America loves dogs. More than 85 million families have chosen to take care of a four-legged furry friend. A lot goes into the decision of what dog to adopt. The perfect canine companion depends…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Newest Dog Breeds You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Every year, the American Kennel Club, the country’s purebred dog registry, considers new breeds to add to its index. It’s a rigorous vetting process as the AKC has stringent eligibility requirements for full recognition.…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Worst Cities to Drive in Every State

There were over 36,000 fatalities from traffic accidents in the U.S. in 2018. Most of these accidents took place in major metropolitan areas that often have large highways and interstates packed with thousands of…

Grant Suneson · 7 years ago

The Average Price of Wine in Every State

The world’s most expensive wine in the world in recent years was probably an Australian vino. The Penfolds Ampoule Bin 42 Kalimna Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 has a price tag of $168,576 a bottle. It…

Steven M. Peters · 7 years ago

Best and Worst States for Business

Starting a business can be very challenging. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, about half of all new businesses fail within their first five years. There are countless factors that can undermine a…

Sam Stebbins · 7 years ago

How Bad Is the Flu Season in Every State?

Amplifying concerns over the novel coronavirus named COVID-19, the United States is enduring a particularly bad flu season. There are currently 13 confirmed cases of the coronavirus in the United States. As of the…

Thomas Frohlich · 7 years ago

Hottest Businesses to Franchise in America

For many Americans, entrepreneurship seems like an attractive option. Owning your own business means not having to answer to a boss everyday and often a much higher earning potential than a salaried job. However,…

Sam Stebbins · 7 years ago

What Valentine’s Day Looked Like Hundreds of Years Ago

Some things have changed about Valentine’s Day — online cards, makeover segments on morning TV shows, romantic getaways, as well as  cards for dogs, co-workers, relatives, friends, and same-sex couples.  But some things have…

John Harrington · 7 years ago