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What's the Happiest State in America (According to Twitter)?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 19:51:37 +0000

Do you need to be cheered up? There’s one place in the US that can turn that frown upside down faster than any other. Hawaii has been named the happiest state in the country. Yes, it’s always sunny. Yes, beaches abound and, yes, you can actually attend a luau with alarming frequency. Those factors may [...]

What Are the Best- and Worst-Run States in America?

Mike Adams — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:34:38 +0000

Ever wonder just how efficient your state government is? It can be tough to figure, as there really aren’t too many tools out there that provide up-to-the-minute report cards on our local leaders. But never fear: 24/7 Wall Street just released its annual survey of the best- and worst-run states in America, all of which [...]

America is the Land of the Free and Home of the Cheap… Beer

Kathy Landin — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 13:25:41 +0000

Numbers and charts are usually boring things reserved for sales meetings and discussions about market influence and other corporate blah blah blah. But, today? Today the numbers and charts show that here in America, we are blessed with the cheapest beer on the planet.

Cue the patriotic background music.

Where Are the Coolest Small Towns in America?

Mike Adams — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 19:20:10 +0000

The charm of American small towns comes in many forms, and these quaint, less traveled locations are responsible for contributing some tried-and-true slices of real Americana. Because of that, they are some of the coolest places to visit in the country.

But where exactly are these places?

10 of the Coolest Road Trips in North America

Carl Pettit — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 17:29:28 +0000

The open road offers up a lot of possibilities. You’ve got adventure, new and strange destinations, gorgeous scenery, and the opportunity to escape the humdrums of your normal life, plus all of the interesting characters you’ll meet along the way. All you have to do is decide on a route, get into the car and drive.

Where in America Are Drivers Most Likely to Have a Wreck?

Shauna Wright — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 19:53:11 +0000

Driving a car is always risky, but if you want to stay safe, you may want to avoid the nation’s capital. For the fifth year in a row, Washington, DC has ranked as the US city where motorists have the most accidents. According to a new report from insurance company Allstate, DC drivers are involved [...]

Where Are the Best Small Towns in America?

Shauna Wright — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 18:39:40 +0000

Big city living isn’t for everyone — the noise, crowds and crime are a lot to deal with. So if you’ve got your heart set on something a bit less chaotic, you may want to check out this year’s list of America’s best small cities.

What Are the World's Most Livable Cities?

Shauna Wright — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:25:18 +0000

The US has some beautiful places, but if you want to root yourself in the world’s most livable city, you’ll need to head Down Under because Melbourne, Australia has again been ranked at the top of the list.

What Are the Most Crowded Beaches in America?

Mike Adams — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 14:00:15 +0000

There never seems to be a more crowded place to hang out in the summertime heat than the beach. Many people travel from places far and wide just to get a glimpse of the ocean and do absolutely nothing with thousands of strangers other than take a break from the grind and perhaps get a [...]

Americans Prove They've Got a Long Way to Go When It Comes to Taking Care of Their Teeth

Shauna Wright — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 13:49:45 +0000

How much do you know about oral hygiene? Odds are, not much. After 1,500 people took the American Dental Association’s first oral health quiz, their overall grade was a dismal ‘D.’ The ADA says that although we should only brush our teeth twice a day, nine out of 10 adults thought brushing after every meal [...]

Study Finds Americans Have Way Too Much Stuff

Shauna Wright — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 18:24:11 +0000

Fans of HGTV’s popular show ‘House Hunters’ know that one of the most common things people look for when purchasing a new home is more storage space — bigger closets, bigger garages, bigger basements.

And according to a recent study, it’s no wonder: we’re drowning in our own clutter.

What Are the Most Common Blood Types in America?

Mike Adams — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 17:15:20 +0000

Although every single person in America bleeds the same, not all of us bleed the same blood type. In fact, while all of our blood may be made up of the same vital components, there are significant differences in our red livelihood that lends to some eight distinctive common blood types among humankind. Yet, while [...]

Team USA Gets Gold Medal for Embarrassment By Wearing Olympic Uniforms Made in China [VIDEO]

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 16:00:10 +0000

The athletes that comprise Team USA in the Summer Olympics may have been born in the USA but their outfits? Not so much.

What Are America's Cleanest and Dirtiest Beaches?

Shauna Wright — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 14:22:43 +0000

If you’re planning a waterfront vacation, it may alarm you to know that a new report reveals sewage and storm water pollution in beaches across the US could put your health at risk — and you might be surprised to learn which beaches are the cleanest.

Patriotic American Movies: 10 Films That Honor the USA

Chip Sandalwood — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 18:00:06 +0000

For all the industries that have been shipped overseas, America is still the entertainment capital of the world. And what better way to celebrate our great nation than with its greatest exports? In honor of July 4th, here are 10 patriotic classics that are sure to turn the silver screen red, white and blue. ‘Saving [...]

15 of the Weirdest Town Names in America

Kathy Landin — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 13:25:03 +0000

It’s common knowledge that many states have towns called Springfield, based on the number of them who thought they were the inspiration for the hometown of TV’s ‘The Simpsons,’ only to find out they weren’t. But there are other city or town names you may not have heard of, and for good reason.

Where Are the Cheapest Places to Live in America?

Mike Adams — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 13:39:42 +0000

There is no doubt inside the great American illusion of prosperity that the majority of the population suffers from the same sickness — high cost of living. It’s true, while the economy hangs somewhere between limbo and recovery, the cost of living has remained steadfast — teetering on a greasy slipknot somewhere between high and [...]

Do You Live in One of America's Most Stressed-Out Cities?

Shauna Wright — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 17:27:16 +0000

Las Vegas and Miami are known for their glitz and glamour, but all that fun apparently comes at a price. The residents in those cities have been deemed the most in need of some rest and relaxation. Mattress company Beautyrest recently set out to find the top US cities where people are the most sleepless, [...]

What Are the Most Dangerous Cars in America? [PHOTOS]

Don Deane — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 20:00:52 +0000

Given modern engineering, design and manufacturing, most drivers probably assume that new cars are inherently safe. But, according to a study by the nonprofit group Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, that isn’t necessarily the case. In fact, the group recently reviewed a range of new models and found seven that were lacking in safety. The [...]

12 Lesser-Known Reasons to Be Happy About Being an American

Danny Gallagher — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:30:02 +0000

One of America’s greatest exports isn’t a product, a car or even a tangible object. It’s self-esteem. And by that logic, that means Ritalin and cheap whiskey are also our greatest exports. So it’s no wonder that despite everything that’s going on in the country and the world, a recent study of the Well-Being Index [...]