With 195 countries in the world, we’re all bound to have some favorites. From stunning natural landscapes to a comfortable lifestyle, a survey conducted by YouGov showed the countries people view as the most favorable. To determine which countries people like the most, YouGov used data from their tracking surveys. Fifteen hundred panelists participated in…
It doesn’t take much time on the road to know there are less-than-ideal drivers that share the pavement with us. But could it be that some states have a higher concentration of ruder drivers than others? According to an Insurify study, the answer is yes. Find out if the states you think have the rudest…
Ask sommeliers where wine was invented, and you’ll likely receive several different answers with Asian origins. Regardless of who invented wine, there’s no shortage of Americans who are grateful for it. According to a Gallup poll, 29% of Americans favor wine over any other alcoholic beverage. If that sounds like a low number, you probably…
Are you finding it hard to keep up with the Joneses? If so, it could be you’re earning a lower-than-average salary for your state. Alternatively, perhaps the shiny things in your neighbors’ driveways are masking their own financial struggles. Regardless of what your neighbors are up to, many Americans are facing a harsh truth: even…
Sometimes, a fresh perspective helps us notice things we might have overlooked. This truth applies to understanding how our culture differs from others around the world. Millions of foreigners visit the United States each year, and just like when Americans travel abroad, they often leave with observations. After more than a decade of living and…
Depending on who you ask, breaking a bad habit can take anywhere from a couple of weeks to six months or more. But for any of us who’ve tried to break a habit, we know it’s easier said than done. Some bad habits are harmless. Others can take our lives. To determine which bad habits…
When you’re young, it’s hard to imagine becoming the cranky older person many of us meet. However, biology often has different plans. As we age, our bodies undergo hormonal changes that can lead to emotional imbalances, contributing to the grumpy reputation some older individuals develop. Difficulty hearing, pain, and dementia are other reasons that older…
The morality around executions remains a contentious topic in the United States. However, one thing is certain: We’re among the minority of countries that perform executions. Statista published data in May 2023 estimating the number of executions in 2022. They worked with the most accurate data they could, but it’s far from perfect. Certain countries…
Most Americans can’t imagine not showering in the morning, replacing their hand sanitizer with perfume, or deciding not to wear deodorant. As these 14 habits show, our concept of “good” hygiene isn’t universal. 1: Squatting Over Sitting With the possible exception of public restrooms, Americans typically don’t squat to relieve themselves and tend to grimace…
What you think you know about money may not be as accurate as you assume. This is often the case for Americans who’ve been raised by financially illiterate parents. According to an Ipsos study, 36% of Americans lack financial literacy. Of those who self-reported being financially literate, the financial quiz they took showed that about…
