15 Countries That Control the World’s Oil
Oil is a natural resource formed by the decay of organic matter over millions of years. And like many other natural resources, oil cannot be produced, only extracted where it already exists. Unlike every…
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Must-See Roadside Attractions in Every State
In May 1903, Horatio Nelson Jackson and Sewall Crocker set out from San Francisco headed to New York City in what is considered the first ever cross-country road trip. Although the pair met with…
This Is How Many People Are Living With Cancer in Every State
Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide. About 9.6 million people died from the disease last year, according to the World Health Organization — about one in every six deaths. In the…
States Where Alzheimer’s Is Soaring
Alzheimer’s — the sixth leading cause of death in the United States — is a degenerative and progressive neurological disease with no known cure. The disease causes changes in the brain that, over time,…
25 Best Revenge Movies of All Time
Whether it’s a jilted lover looking to get even with a former mate or a Mafia don trying to wipe out his brother’s killers, movies with revenge themes are proven winners. Like moths drawn…
31 Biggest Beer Brands in America
It’s no secret that Americans love beer. Some 42% of those who drink alcohol name beer as their favorite tipple, according to a Gallup poll, while only 34% opt for wine. We are not,…
100 Surprising Facts About JFK
John F. Kennedy was born 102 years ago in Brookline, Massachusetts, on May 29. He was the 35th president of the United States, the first Catholic to hold the office, and ranks as one…
33 of Disney’s Most Anticipated Movies
The Walt Disney Company has come a long way since it was founded in 1923 as the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio. Once known for its animated cartoon shorts and features (including such classics as…
50 Most Valuable Brands in the World
“What’s in a name?” Juliet asks in Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet,” implying a name means nothing. But marketing professionals and companies would strongly disagree with Juliet’s premise, asserting that brand names and brands certainly…
25 Hardest Teams to Root For
Watching a beloved sports team win a championship is one of the great joys in life, as years of cheering — and suffering — with the team finally pay off with the ultimate prize.…
The Laziest City in Every State
Obesity has been considered an epidemic in the United States for years. The share of adults considered obese has been steadily increasing, reaching almost 40% in 2016, up from just 15% in 1990. While…
Every Nuclear Nation’s Capabilities
The United States is the only nation to have used nuclear weapons during a war, dropping two atomic bombs on Japan in 1945 that likely hastened the surrender of Japan to end World War…
Biggest Summer Tours
With nice weather abound and plenty of vacation days — especially for students — demand for concerts and festivals increases. Many musicians heed the call and spend an above average amount of time on…
America’s Best Homeowners Insurance
While we all hope to never need to file a homeowners insurance claim, it’s important to trust that your home insurance provider will be there to properly protect your largest asset in the event…
42 Most Outrageous Product Claims of All Time
It can be a daunting challenge for consumers to separate true advertising claims from false ones. That is especially difficult given the spending power merchants put behind advertising campaigns meant to sway consumers to…