30 Best Westerns of All Time
The Western is that most quintessentially American movie art form, the genre that speaks to rugged individualism and raises issues of, for better or worse, what it means to be a man. From the…
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Easiest (and Hardest) States to Find Full-Time Work
The U.S. unemployment rate is currently 4.4%, nearly its lowest point in a decade. While the unemployment rate reflects the millions of Americans who are out of work and actively seeking employment, the measure…
States With the Most Dangerous Weather
Tropical Storm Emily slammed the coast of Florida in late July. It’s storm season, and while ocean storms like Emily are difficult to anticipate and may certainly wreak havoc, for Florida and other coastal…
States With the Most Americans on Disability
More than 10 million Americans received disability benefits in 2015. These benefits, paid mostly to disabled workers, totalled $11.4 billion per month. 24/7 Wall St. reviewed the percentage of each state’s population receiving disability…
Top 10 Female and Male Dog Names
One of the most important decisions for dog owners is naming their pet. People often look to their favorite books and movies for inspiration. Some stay closer to home and choose a family name.…
Where Your Car Is Most Likely to Be Stolen in Every State
Motor vehicle theft in the United States increased significantly in 2016, the first substantial increase in 15 years. Still, last year’s uptick is minuscule when compared to the overall downward trend in car thefts…
25 Largest Countries in the World
Mankind’s footprint grows larger than ever, with 7.5 billion people on the planet. The population is increasing because of rising birth rates in the developing world, improving health care and a decline in the…
25 Smallest Countries and Territories in the World
The world’s smallest countries and territories by population are also among the most remote. Many are island nations in the South Pacific, the Caribbean, and the Atlantic Ocean. Because many of these nations are…
States Where People Are Having the Most Babies
Ever wonder which states are contributing the most to our ever-expanding population? Or the ones that are contributing the least? Of course, generally, a state’s population size matters most — the larger the size…
Fast Food Chains With the Best (and Worst) Service
Whether you’ll admit it or not, you — like almost everyone else — have probably eaten a meal or grabbed a quick coffee at one of the many fast-food restaurants in the United States.…
Best Cities for Families
When it comes to raising a family, where you live matters. Factors such as crime, public amenities, job availability, income, and school systems — to name a few — can make a big difference.…
30 Most Crowded Cities in the World
By 2050, 66% of the world’s population will live in urban areas. But what drives someone to leave a rural region to move to the big city? Most people choose to migrate for economic…
Highest Grossing World War II Movies Ever
On the face of it, the World War II flick “Dunkirk’’ would not be expected to be the must-see summer season movie. The film, about the seaborne rescue of hundreds of thousands of Allied…
10 Cities Where Incomes Are Shrinking the Fastest
Personal income grew by 4.1% across the nation in 2015. The vast majority of metropolitan areas contributed to this growth, but in 10 urban regions, incomes declined. Personal income, which tracks all income received…
11 Reasons Mortgage Interest Rates Could Increase
The American dream of homeownership could become less affordable in the near future. For those lucky enough to afford a home, the purchase is an important milestone. Most Americans will never make a more…