Florida. Sunshine, beaches, theme parks, and alligators – it’s a state that often feels like it’s straight out of a movie. But while it’s known for its fun and adventure, there are some facts about Florida that non-Floridians who’ve only ever heard about Florida on television just can’t fathom. These are some truths about Florida…
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…
First impressions are everything, especially when it comes to learning about new cities. From the bustling streets of New York City to the hipster culture of Portland, overarching ideas about these metropolises are helpful, but they can also overshadow their more nuanced realities. Many cities—including those in Indiana—are made up of bustling neighborhoods, local businesses,…
Have you ever sounded out a word in your head, only to hear it elsewhere and learn it’s pronounced nothing like you thought it was? There are so many words in the English language that linguists disagree on the exact number. On top of that, many words have a counterintuitive pronunciation. Some of these words…
Sometimes, it takes someone (or something, like this article) to help a New Jersey resident break free of unhealthy thought patterns. According to Northside Mental Health, even people with the best childhoods experienced some form of trauma in their lives that led to them getting caught up in life traps. We’re not talking about the…
Imagine this: You’ve waited your whole life to retire. But now that your retirement has arrived, people suddenly start making less-than-flattering comments about their perception of what you’re doing (or lack thereof). Perhaps you even used to believe things about retirees that those people say to you. But just like it’s hard to convince a…
Virginians in the 1980s didn’t try to pretend dinner was fancy. It was loud, fast, and full of flavor, just like the rest of the decade. Moms could whip up a full meal with a can of soup, a pound of ground beef, and maybe a sprinkle of crushed potato chips. Dads carried in paper…
Virginia is home to more than just historic landmarks and scenic landscapes. It’s also a treasure trove of quirky small towns. From charming main streets to offbeat attractions, these destinations are great for travelers seeking something out of the ordinary. Abingdon Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, Abingdon is a town that blends…
Have you ever heard of “land subsidence”? For residents in certain coastal cities, land sinkage is a pressing issue. What causes sinking land, you ask? In the ten cities highlighted in this list, the phenomenon has less to do with natural climate cycles and almost everything to do with human activity: Buildings that are too…
According to the most recent U.S. Census Bureau data, Florida is the state with the most rapid population growth, with a 1.9% population increase in 2022 alone. Many Americans who moved to Florida first traveled there as tourists. However, there’s a huge difference between being a tourist and a resident in Florida. I’m among those…
