Whether it’s a real concern or just a lighthearted comment, the words “social media” and “addiction” often seem to go together. Teens, in particular, are some of the biggest fans of social media. In the fall of 2023, Ipsos Public Affairs asked 1,453 pairs of teenagers ages 13 to 17 and one of their parents…
Discussing bullying issues is more important than ever. In the digital age, students have it extra tough: bullying can happen at school and online when they’re home. A 2023 study by Innerbody analyzed bullying rates across the United States, ranking states based on where bullying is the least and most common. Bully Methodology Innerbody.com compiled…
Regardless of where you stand on what’s causing global sea levels to rise, it’s undeniable that our coastlines are getting smaller. A study using data from the European Commission suggests that by 2100, we could lose nearly half of the world’s sandy beaches to rising sea levels. That said, not all coastlines are shrinking at…
In 1974, tipping was a feel-good gesture. Fast forward to 2024, and many Americans feel pressured to leave higher tips than ever before for services that have already become pricier due to inflation. Americans know they pay high tips. But how do our tipping practices compare to other countries in the world? Hawaiian Islands crunched…
Whether you believe pineapple pizza is an abomination or you love the combination, it’s safe to say Americans love a good slice of pizza. But not all of us have access to many different pizza shops. Based on a study by Zippia, these are the 15 states where appeasing your pizza craving is the easiest….
The world can feel like a traveler’s oyster. But in some cities, globetrotters need to be extra careful. That said, Americans don’t even need to go overseas to encounter cities with some of the highest homicide rates in the world; two are in the United States. Can you name them? Dangerous Cities Methodology Insider Monkey…
Netflix had nearly 270 million paid subscribers in the first quarter of 2024. But did you know that the cost of subscriptions varies significantly depending on the country or territory? There’s a difference of up to $18.66 between the highest and lowest-paying subscribers. Americans are far from Netflix’s only audience; the streaming service powerhouse offers…
While many agree that prisons serve a necessary purpose, countries differ significantly in what actions warrant imprisonment. According to World Population Review’s data on global incarceration rates, having a higher rate of imprisonment doesn’t necessarily correlate with increased safety. Measuring Incarceration Rates World Population Review used data from the World Prison Brief to rank countries…
Over 31 million young people between the ages of 18 and 24 live in the United States. As any of us who have lived through our younger years can attest, that’s more than 31 million opportunities for mistakes. Even though mistakes are a part of life regardless of one’s age, young Americans’ mistakes often have…
Quick: Name your favorite fudge flavor. If the first that came to mind was something simple like chocolate or vanilla, you’re in the minority. Candy shop Chocolate Moonshine analyzed Americans’ favorite fudge flavor in each state based on their sales data. If you’re like us, you’ll want to put several of these flavors on your…
