While eating bugs might not align with your notion of a gourmet meal, these critters are a dietary staple in many cultures outside of America. Ants, crickets, and, yes, even tarantulas can be surprisingly delicious treats. Considering their numerous health benefits and minimal environmental impact, perhaps it’s time for Americans to start considering incorporating insects…
It turns out some counties are more dangerous for older drivers than others, according to research by Dismuke Law. Drivers over 65 have unique concerns and have higher accident rates than other segments of the population. Besides (possibly) avoiding the counties on this list, we’ll share some steps older drivers can take to minimize their…
Sometimes, travel destinations look better in pictures than they do in real life. Though there are many low-cost destinations worth traveling to, these 19 places may not deliver what you expected. 1: Goa, India Pictures of scenic waterfalls, brightly-colored beach huts, and blue seas make Goa seem wonderful, but in this case, the pictures don’t…
Many Americans can’t imagine using a bucket to bathe, relying on a twig for a toothbrush, or kissing someone to say hello. 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…
Despite being known as the Land of the Free, the United States isn’t at the top of the most recent human freedom index rankings. These 14 countries rank higher for personal, civil, and economic freedoms. The Human Freedom Index Explained The human freedom index is a way of quantifying the civil, economic, and personal freedoms…
Ready to hit the slopes this winter? Whether you’re a pro or just getting started, Forbes put together a ranking of the world’s best ski resort destinations. Slippery Slopes There are over 6,000 ski resorts worldwide, so it’s safe to say the competition for the top ten best options was stiff. Forbes looked at several…
Despite being known as the Land of the Free, the US isn’t at the top of the human freedom index rankings. According to Wisevoter, these 14 countries rank higher for personal, civil, and economic freedoms. The Human Freedom Index Explained The human freedom index is a way of quantifying the civil, economic, and personal freedoms…
Traveling is part of the job when you’re the president of the United States. But not all presidents are the same when it comes to face-to-face meetings. These are the presidents that spent the most time inside Air Force One. The Data The US Department of State’s Office of the Historian has kept presidential travel…
