Author: Martin Armstrong
What the world Googled the most in 2022, from Ukraine to Betty White
2022 has been eventful, to say the least, and a look at the biggest trending Google searches this year can serve as a reminder for some of …
Dogs vs. Cats: Which is the more popular pet around the world?
Looking at the internet, you’d probably come to the conclusion that the world’s favorite pet is the cat. After all, the world wide web is …
The world’s largest arms producing countries
For the first time in over 30 years, and in a tightly-controlled presentation, the United States unveiled a new strategic bomber on Friday. The nuclear-capable …
Not everyone thinks Christmas is so holly jolly, after all
There are only a few weeks left until Christmas. That means most people are getting together with their family and spending time with their loved …
Most Americans won’t have a Christmas tree at all this year
For some families, the search for the right Christmas tree is an annual event. For large shares of Americans and Brits though, this search may …
Do more people go to pubs or churches on Christmas?
One in five adults in the United States say they plan to go to church on Christmas Day this year. Some people however, intend to …
These are the most stolen cars in America
The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) has released its annual Hot Wheels report which details the most stolen vehicle models in the United States. Technology has reduced car theft over …
Here’s where heating costs are really soaring
Even before the outbreak of war in Ukraine and subsequent energy crisis in Europe, Germany’s Federal Statistics Office estimated that 2.6 million people in the country could not …
These countries eat the most pasta
According to the Statista Global Consumer Survey, 55 percent of respondents from the U.S. say they eat pasta regularly. But that’s nothing compared to the European …
How much wealth does the 1% really have?
The level of financial inequality around the world is staggering. According to a new Credit Suisse report, 47.8 percent of global household wealth is in the …
This country consumes the most antidepressants
According to the latest OECD data, Iceland continues to have one of the highest levels of antidepressant use in the world – with an average consumption …
Was James Bond trying to sell you this alcohol?
Known as much for the oft-repeated and enthusiastically imitated line, “shaken, not stirred”, as he is for his more action-packed exploits, the fictional character James …
Poll: After FBI raid of Trump’s Mar-a-Lago, Republicans think ‘civil war’ is coming
In a recent response to the FBI’s recovering of classified documents from Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence, South Carolina senator Lindsey Graham predicted “riots in the …
The best country for retirees to grow old in
Norway is the best country for retirees. In this year’s Global Retirement Index by investment bank Natixis, the Scandinavian country takes first place. For the ranking, 44 …
These celebs get paid millions for just one sponsored Instagram post
When Cristiano Ronaldo moved two bottles of Coca Cola out of shot during a pre-game press conference last year, before encouraging people to rather drink water, $4 …
This big company is giving away its profits to help end climate change
In an announcement made on Wednesday, the founder of the clothing company Patagonia, Inc., Yvon Chouinard, said that his company was being given away to help fight …
Every generation’s favorite alcoholic drink
It’s a common misconception that our body completely replaces itself every seven years (the reality is far more complex), but most of us will have …
Does Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act do enough for climate?
The Inflation Reduction Act, a $430 billion bill passed by the Senate on Sunday, designed to combat climate change, lower prescription drug costs and raise some corporate …
Here’s how many people face charges for the Jan. 6 US Capitol breach
The first part of the January 6 Committee hearings is now finished (before continuing again in September), and has led to significant revelations regarding the build-up to …
What issues are on voters’ minds for the US midterm elections?
Every month, Gallup asks U.S. adults what they think is the most important problem facing their country. In July, ‘inflation‘ was at the top of the list …
How has an asteroid been valued at $26.99 quintillion?
In the asteroid belt that lies between Mars and Jupiter, there is an almost unfathomable number of resources waiting to be utilized. According to Wired …
Data: Who’s actually getting abortions in the US?
The Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade has thrust the topic of abortion even closer to the forefront of U.S. public discourse. The right to an …
Data shows the US has the most shark attacks in the world
Looking back as far as 1580, the U.S. is the number one shark attack hotspot is the world, a long way ahead of second-placed Australia …
This generation has the most LGBTQ+ members
Eight percent of online U.S. adults (18-64) identify as homosexual or bisexual, while another two percent prefer pansexual, asexual as their self-identification. This is according to data …
Which of the world’s largest economies has the most firearm deaths?
In the wake of many recent mass shootings, U.S. President Joe Biden is calling for new gun safety restrictions, including the possibility of expanding background checks …
Just how much does the Queen’s Jubilee &other Royal affairs cost UK taxpayers?
Queen Elizabeth ll recently celebrated her platinum jubilee, with street parties and other events all around the United Kingdom. The Queen has now represented the …
Here’s how much real estate $1M will get you around the world
So, you’ve got a million dollars burning a hole in your pocket and you’re looking to put a luxury roof over your head? Using data from Knight Frank, this …
Watch one of these box-office record breakers this Memorial Day Weekend
The blue Na’vi from “Avatar” continue to top the list of the most successful films at the box office. The movie, which is now thirteen …
Inflation is at a 4-decade high. Here’s what that means for you
Consumer prices in the United States continued to rise in February and March of 2022 after inflation had hit a 40-year high in January. The Consumer …
Just how much home does $1,500 get you across the US?
A RentCafe analysis of Yardi Matrix data has revealed the U.S. city where renters get the most space on average for a monthly outlay of $1,500. You …
