Author: Kaitlyn Farley
The worst (& best) places to pull through a recession in the US
To recession or not to recession: That is the question. Whether ‘tis nobler to hunker down in the heart of Colorado or the suburbs of Seattle …
The worst (& best) places to pull through a recession in the US
To recession or not to recession: That is the question. Whether ‘tis nobler to hunker down in the heart of Colorado or the suburbs of Seattle …
You won’t believe how much it takes to be middle class in America
Recessions, inflation, debt-ceiling limits, oh my. It’s getting harder and harder to be middle-class in America. In fact, Pew Research shows that the number of middle-class …
What Christmas looked (and tasted!) like over the last 80 years
Fluffy, perfect snowflakes fall outside as you and your family feast upon ham, mac and cheese, pudding, and cookies. The family dog, sporting a cute Christmas …
9 glorious mustaches from men’s health charity ‘Movember’
Since 2009, the charity No-Shave November has asked men to do a weird thing (well, not that weird given their name): don’t shave in the name of …
The cringiest ‘A Christmas Carol’ remakes you’ve probably never seen
The ghost of Scrooges past Ah, it’s that season again! It’s time to plop down on the couch with a big glass of something strong enough …
9 of the best mustaches from ‘Movember’
Since 2009, the charity No-Shave November has asked men to do a weird thing (well, not that weird given their name): don’t shave in the name of …
These Disney castles are based on real-life palaces
Many of us grew up fantasizing about stepping foot in the magical world of Disney castles (Elsa’s castle may look cold, but the decor!). But your …
Secret Graceland: Facts even Elvis fans don’t know
Elvis Presley remains in the public consciousness to this day, even 45 years after his death. Die-hard fans often make the pilgrimage to Elvis’ former estate, …
Stunning discoveries made by ordinary people
Hidden cities, artifacts from imperial dynasties, historical documents: These are treasures you’re not likely to find the next time you whip out a metal detector or …
18 of the wildest prison escapes of all time
You may have seen prison escapes on TV, but in real life, these daring acts are dangerous, difficult, and, often, a failure. From yoga stretches and …
Secret Graceland: Facts that even Elvis fans don’t know
Elvis Presley remains in the public consciousness to this day, even 45 years after his death. Die-hard fans often make the pilgrimage to Elvis’ former estate, …
America’s spookiest urban legends
When bad things happen, people will look for any explanation possible for the horror they witnessed. Enter, the rise of America’s most terrifying urban legends. From …
The highest-paid dead celebrities
Every year, Forbes releases its list of the highest-paying dead celebrities. Unsurprisingly, many of these celebrities see huge increases in their estates after their heirs, businesses or estates …
The most haunted places in America
Some sites and landmarks are more … shall we say, storied, than others. That’s especially true of places that have been ravished by disease, war, heartache, …
Chilling last words of death row inmates
‘I want the press to know this’ You may have heard of last meals on death row, but what about last words? From bizarre food puns to …
The world’s most valuable Hollywood memorabilia
Tiaras and cars and dresses, oh my! We all love movies, but how much would you be willing to pay for celebrity and movie memorabilia? Good …
In photos: The world’s most fabulous fall foliage
Fall may mean it’s getting chillier out, but sweater weather season also means that fall foliage is coming! These beautiful photos of fall foliage from around …
Strangest unsolved mysteries of all time
The world is a crazy place. We’ve found skeletons wrapped in tree roots, bleeding walls, mysterious unending fires, and more. The creepiest part? The reasons for …
Last meals of some of America’s most notorious convicted criminals
Some death row inmates aren’t just famous for their heinous crimes, but their elaborate and even odd final meals. From requests for one cup of coffee …
Terrifying jobs that no longer exist, thankfully
“When I grow up, I want to capture and sell rats from pubs!” Said no one in the 21st century ever (well, at least almost no …
These wild historic facts sound fake but aren’t
Every day, weird but true things happen and take the world by storm, like when a raccoon scaled a New York City skyscraper back in 2018. …
Here’s how many Americans think Biden is responsible for rising inflation
Editor’s Note: Updated for July 2022. Just under half of Americans think President Joe Biden is highly responsibility for the current inflation trend, according …
50 ways to make an easy extra $100 a day
Busy but kind of broke? Join the club. The internet is full of lists about ways to make $100 a day in passive income, but if …
Poll: Most Americans don’t think Trump or Biden should run in 2024
Most Americans don’t think President Joe Biden or former president Donald Trump should run for president again in 2024, according to a YouGov and The Economist …
Your state’s most popular fast food chains
When COVID-19 shut down many indoor dining options during the pandemic, more Americans decided to hop in their cars and pull through drive-thrus for a quick …
Having a summer barbecue? Grill up America’s favorite hot dogs!
Ah, summer barbecue season. While some people prefer a perfectly grilled steak made with their favorite, ride-or-die grill hacks, it’s hard to beat how cheap, easy and yummy a grilled hot …
Apple, Costco & Google: These are the world’s favorite US brands
Everyone shops, no matter where in the world you live. But what are the most valuable U.S. brands? Statista used data from Brand Finance to find out just …
30 genius ways to save cash on food right now
Outside of housing and transportation, Americans spend more on food than any other category. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020 the average U.S. …
Just how many Americans identify as LGBT+?
With Pride Month under way, LGBT+ Americans and allies are celebrating with parades, festivals drag shows and more. So, how many Americans actually identify as LGBT? …
