English is a tough language to speak, and sometimes, a single word can be challenging through and through. Certain letters and sounds have no business being next to each other. But nevertheless, they sit side-by-side. From rural to erinaceous, the words on this list are enough to make any American’s tongue twist. 1: Anemone An…
Living in the Land of the Free has many privileges. But, if you were born and raised in the United States, it’s easy not to notice them and take them for granted. From access to clean water to being allowed to buy a property, Americans have more freedoms than many of us realize. 1: Your…
The United States Armed Forces is one of the most powerful and well-equipped militaries in the world. Its long history dates back to before the United States was even formed. As the nation has grown, so has its military. Today, with a budget that exceeds all other militaries, America’s military is nothing short of prolific….
In the 1950s and 1960s, you might have had it made in the shade, but if you didn’t cut the gas, you’d be cruisin’ for a bruisin’. Can you dig it? Throughout the ’50s and ’60s, Americans introduced many unique words and phrases into popular culture. Over time, these expressions have fallen out of style,…
“Jeopardy!” trivia isn’t easy. Most contestants have an incredible amount of knowledge about a diverse range of topics. However, there are certain topic categories where the general American audience can outplay even the smartest contestants. When it comes to pop culture, sports, or answers that seem too easy for Final Jeopardy!, contestants often stumble or…
Just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should. In the United States, some controversial practices don’t have legal consequences, but they may earn you strange looks from others. These acts range from inconsiderate and rude to morally or ethically questionable. Some may be harmless, while others can have potentially dangerous consequences. Read through…
Restaurants should aim to please their customers. But as many Americans unfortunately know, that’s not the case in every locale. From blasting music so loud that diners can’t hear one another to setting strict table times, Americans feel that some restaurants fail in customer etiquette. YouGov set out to determine which restaurant behaviors American customers…
With age comes wisdom, they say. But to a young person, advice from older generations can feel a bit absurd until life throws them enough curveballs. These are some classic pieces of “old people” advice that people often think are funny when they’re young until they realize just how true the advice is. 1: From…
We often see nostalgia as something sweet and endearing, but that’s not always true. Experts call nostalgia a “mixed emotion” because its effects can be good or bad. Whether you’re aware of it or not, nostalgia sometimes stops being a comforting old friend and becomes our darkest enemy. These are situations when that’s the case. 1:…
Being in one’s twenties is a time of trial and error. Mistakes are part of the journey, but experts caution that some missteps can dramatically alter our life’s path in unfavorable ways. Approximately 33% of twenty-somethings spend a portion of their twenties moving to a new residence every year, and they change jobs an average…
