Guinness World Records pushes the limits of human capabilities. West Virginians often picture record breakers as incredibly strong, fast, or otherwise skillful. Over the years, though, some people have set records that are incredibly strange. Most of the record-breakers on this list aren’t athletes or professionals. These are people drawn to being the best wherever…
Wisdom comes with age. But so do creaking joints, reduced hearing abilities, and body aches. Regardless of where you fall on the 50+ age scale, it’s never too soon to learn about tricks that can help make your life easier as you age. We researched life hacks for older folks in Pennsylvania that we believe…
The United States and the United Kingdom are similar in many aspects, but when it comes to food culture, they’re very different. In this culinary clash, we explore 12 distinctly British and 12 entirely American foods that fall short across the pond. We know everyone has different tastes, but as a whole, these are some…
Every place has its unspoken code of conduct. Libraries? Whisper. Movie theaters? Silence your phone. But post offices? Apparently, all bets are off. Despite clear signs and basic common sense, some Georgians march in ready to test the limits of patience and decency. Whether they’re shouting into their phones or turning the counter into a…
Certain truths about our universe are hard to comprehend, like how a cloud can weigh more than a million pounds but still hang above our heads. As we go about our day-to-day lives in Kansas, we don’t often pause to reflect on such things. Maybe that’s for the best. PSA: Facts like this could cause…
Many of us have go-to phrases we drop into our conversations without thinking. But over time, these words often start to sound old-fashioned. These are some of the most commonly overused phrases that make Arkansans seem outdated. Don’t worry—we’ll give you fresh alternatives that’ll make you sound more modern when talking with younger folks. At…
When you think about the American diet, what comes to mind? Many Mainers imagine high-calorie meals, astronomical portion sizes, and excessive fast food. This list highlights 19 facts you may not know about Americans’ eating habits. These tidbits include the good, the bad, and the downright surprising, compiled from various government data and news sources….
There’s a reason so many Floridians swear by Winn-Dixie. From the buttery garlic bread in the bakery to the deals on SE Grocers staples, it’s a go-to spot for everything from dinner emergencies to Sunday stock-ups. But even in a store we love, a few easy-to-make mistakes can sneak up on you. Whether you’re grabbing…
Most of us have felt that hard-to-explain disappointment that comes with realizing your favorite food is no longer in stores. For whatever reason, sometimes even hugely popular products get discontinued, leaving many Vermonters with an empty feeling. We can only hope the products on this list make a nostalgia-inspired reappearance on Vermont’s grocery store shelves…
Alabama kitchens in the 1940s smelled like simmering soups, fresh-baked rolls, and maybe a little Spam sizzling in a pan. The world outside might’ve been full of uncertainty, but inside the home, dinnertime brought a sense of peace and togetherness. Americans worked with what they had, made it stretch, and somehow still managed to make…
