Author: Michael Schreiber
7 financial moves to make in 2023
Written by: Michael Schreiber
As 2023 kicks into gear, now’s the perfect time to refresh your finances, particularly in light of recession and inflation fears that continue to plague us. …
Webb space telescope reveals thousands of galaxies
Written by: Michael Schreiber
Earlier today, President Joe Biden unveiled the first image released that was taken by Nasa’s James Webb Telescope, which was launched into space in December of …
Your step-by-step guide to grilling the perfect steak
Written by: Michael Schreiber
We’re cooking at home far more often, and for many of us that means more grilling, and for some more steak gilling. You’ll want to make …
Dreaming of the high seas? These cheap cruise tips may be for you
Written by: Michael Schreiber
For the millions of people out there who love hitting the seven seas, figuring out how to book a cheap cruise is like the holy …
Downton Abbey vs… Downtown Abby???
Written by: Michael Schreiber
If you’re a fan of early 20th century British aristocrat TV drama, then you’ve likely heard of the runaway hit TV show and its cinematic offspring …
Behold: The Popeyes fried chicken challenge
Written by: Michael Schreiber
Let’s face it — we can all be forgiven for self-medicating with junk food at various periods during the COVID-19 lockdown. Stress eating is very …
Mullets are back! Here are some of the best from the ’70s, ’80s & ’90s
Written by: Michael Schreiber
Miss mullets? So do we! It’s been rumored for years now that the mullet haircut is making a comeback. In fact, it was less than a …
Classic news video: JFK through the years
Written by: Michael Schreiber
The NBC Universal Archives YouTube channel is a treasure trove of footage from days past, and their mashup of appearances John F. Kennedy made on NBC News over …
The one must-try bacon in every state
Written by: Michael Schreiber
Let’s be clear. This list isn’t based on any type of scientific poll. The very notion that some group of Americans who I don’t even know …
How to grill the perfect steak
Written by: Michael Schreiber
When it comes to cooking a steak, there are a lot of decisions to make. There are all the different cuts: ribeye, New York strip, porterhouse, …
How a $15 minimum wage would impact the economy
Written by: Michael Schreiber
With a new administration in place and new legislation proposed to help those hardest hit by the financial impacts of the pandemic, raising the national minimum …
An afternoon with John Lewis
Written by: Michael Schreiber
It was a warm day sometime around the spring of 1990. I was a freshman at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School in the Maryland suburbs just outside …
A closer look at BMW’s 2021 X5 hybrid
Written by: Michael Schreiber
Drivers of the first generation BMW X5 hybrid (aka, the X5 xDrive40e) will tell you that while the SUV is certainly comfortable, includes some nice luxe …
What happened when the Ferris Bueller cast reunited? (Anyone? Anyone?)
Written by: Michael Schreiber
For people of a certain age, “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” the 1986 movie from director John Hughes, was seminal. I was 11 when it came out …
Guess how much Popeyes fried chicken this guy ate in one sitting
Written by: Michael Schreiber
Let’s face it — we can all be forgiven for self-medicating with junk food during the COVID-19 lockdown. Stress eating is very normal, and some experts …
The best bacon in every state
Written by: Michael Schreiber
Let’s be clear. This list of the best bacon in every state isn’t based on any type of scientific poll. The very notion that some group …
I’m 44 and my body is going downhill. What do I do?
Written by: Michael Schreiber
When I first envisioned writing this article several weeks ago, the headline was a bit tongue-in-cheek. I obsess about my health a fair bit, but overall …
43 pictures of really adorable kittens that will make you feel better
Written by: Michael Schreiber
As you peruse the smart, informative articles here, you’ll notice that they are published with images typically – often stock photos. Now, stock photos aren’t always …
The rate of new cancers in every state
Written by: Michael Schreiber
In 2019, more than 1.7 million American families will deal with a cancer diagnosis, according to the American Cancer Society. There are dozens of types of …
Every single act that played at Woodstock
Written by: Michael Schreiber
For many baby boomers, the Woodstock music festival represents a seminal moment, defining the music and culture of the generation. For music lovers, it was a …
Skin cancer rates in all 50 states
Written by: Michael Schreiber
Millions of Americans are treated for different types of skin cancers every year. According to recent data from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s Health of America …
How to host a slam-dunk March Madness activity at work
Written by: Michael Schreiber
While research tells us March Madness doesn’t exactly boost productivity, it presents an excellent opportunity for teams to bond and win a few company culture points. Last …
The 9 most popular consumer banks in America
Written by: Michael Schreiber
Most Americans have bank accounts of one type or another. In fact, according to the latest FDIC data, nearly 93 percent of Americans have access to …
8 classic 1967 Ferraris that will melt your face
Written by: Michael Schreiber
1967 was a special year for Ferrari. It was the year of the Dino, the first mid-engine, street-legal Ferrari, named after Enzo Ferrari’s son. But it …
The most popular living U.S. Presidents
Written by: Michael Schreiber
These days presidential popularity is frequently in the news. President Trump’s numbers rise and fall (his overall popularity recently dipped below 40%, though his popularity among …
Having a hard week? Here, have some puppies
Written by: Michael Schreiber
In this, the golden age of digital media, few things have the power of the puppy when it comes to attracting eyeballs. One need only poke …
99 of the all-time most popular musicians in America
Written by: Michael Schreiber
We’ve all argued with our friends about who is the greatest musician. It’s practically a national pastime. Well, you can lay those arguments to rest. The …
