AI Is Not the Almighty SERP Overlord You Think It Is
AI Is Not the Almighty Serp Overlord You Think It Is, AKA: I Spent Over a Half-Hour Trying to Get Gemini to Write Me a Funny Heder For This Story And Here We Are So […]
Lost in Algo-land: Are Content Syndication & SEO Still Symbiotic?
Between the time of the first sentence of this first drafting being written and you actually reading it, Google and myriad other bot-producing overlords of Algo-lands across the vast dark corridors of the interwebs will […]
20 killer recipes & DIY decorations for Halloween
Looking for some Halloween party food recipes that’ll give your guests a fright (well, maybe only when they run out)? Or how about some Halloween party ideas that are cheaper and easier than making a […]
Doggone beautiful & goofy photos of America’s favorite dog breeds
It’s easy to think you’ve got the best doggo in the world while you’re both cuddled up together under a blanket. When your pooch lets you put that dorky sweater on him without pouting, it’s […]
20 easy, home upgrades for renters to try this summer
When you’re a renter, it can feel like all the transformative DIY projects are reserved for homeowners. But just because you rent doesn’t mean you can’t spruce up your space. That’s right: Rental-friendly upgrades exist. […]
This is how much it really costs to be middle-class in these American cities
Recessions, inflation, debt-ceiling limits, oh my. It’s getting harder and harder to be middle-class in America. In fact, Pew Research shows that the number of middle-class adult Americans has shrunk by more than 10 percentage […]
The worst (& best) places to pull through a recession in the US
To recession or not to recession: That is the question. Whether ‘tis nobler to hunker down in the heart of Colorado or the suburbs of Seattle is exactly what Smartasset set out to do. We […]
The worst (& best) places to pull through a recession in the US
To recession or not to recession: That is the question. Whether ‘tis nobler to hunker down in the heart of Colorado or the suburbs of Seattle is exactly what Smartasset set out to do. We […]
You won’t believe how much it takes to be middle class in America
Recessions, inflation, debt-ceiling limits, oh my. It’s getting harder and harder to be middle-class in America. In fact, Pew Research shows that the number of middle-class adult Americans has shrunk by more than 10 percentage […]
What Christmas looked (and tasted!) like over the last 80 years
Fluffy, perfect snowflakes fall outside as you and your family feast upon ham, mac and cheese, pudding, and cookies. The family dog, sporting a cute Christmas sweater, even has a prized Christmas bone. “Mr. Bezos” […]
9 glorious mustaches from men’s health charity ‘Movember’
Since 2009, the charity No-Shave November has asked men to do a weird thing (well, not that weird given their name): don’t shave in the name of charity. The organization first partnered with Matthew Hill Foundation, […]
The cringiest ‘A Christmas Carol’ remakes you’ve probably never seen
The ghost of Scrooges past Ah, it’s that season again! It’s time to plop down on the couch with a big glass of something strong enough to make you feel merry even as recessions, inflation, […]
9 of the best mustaches from ‘Movember’
Since 2009, the charity No-Shave November has asked men to do a weird thing (well, not that weird given their name): don’t shave in the name of charity. The organization first partnered with Matthew Hill Foundation, […]
These Disney castles are based on real-life palaces
Many of us grew up fantasizing about stepping foot in the magical world of Disney castles (Elsa’s castle may look cold, but the decor!). But your fantasies don’t have to stay in dreamland, as, lucky […]
Secret Graceland: Facts even Elvis fans don’t know
Elvis Presley remains in the public consciousness to this day, even 45 years after his death. Die-hard fans often make the pilgrimage to Elvis’ former estate, Graceland, but how much do you really know about […]
Stunning discoveries made by ordinary people
Hidden cities, artifacts from imperial dynasties, historical documents: These are treasures you’re not likely to find the next time you whip out a metal detector or visit a thrift store. But that is precisely how […]
18 of the wildest prison escapes of all time
You may have seen prison escapes on TV, but in real life, these daring acts are dangerous, difficult, and, often, a failure. From yoga stretches and helicopters to fake identities and peanut butter, here are […]
Secret Graceland: Facts that even Elvis fans don’t know
Elvis Presley remains in the public consciousness to this day, even 45 years after his death. Die-hard fans often make the pilgrimage to Elvis’ former estate, Graceland, but how much do you really know about […]
America’s spookiest urban legends
When bad things happen, people will look for any explanation possible for the horror they witnessed. Enter, the rise of America’s most terrifying urban legends. From murdered would-be brides to flying demons, these urban legends […]
The highest-paid dead celebrities
Every year, Forbes releases its list of the highest-paying dead celebrities. Unsurprisingly, many of these celebrities see huge increases in their estates after their heirs, businesses or estates sell the rights to their songs, stories, products and […]
The most haunted places in America
Some sites and landmarks are more … shall we say, storied, than others. That’s especially true of places that have been ravished by disease, war, heartache, and murder. Across America, visitors and travelers from one […]
Chilling last words of death row inmates
‘I want the press to know this’ You may have heard of last meals on death row, but what about last words? From bizarre food puns to bone-chilling declarations, the world has heard a number of […]
The world’s most valuable Hollywood memorabilia
Tiaras and cars and dresses, oh my! We all love movies, but how much would you be willing to pay for celebrity and movie memorabilia? Good Housekeeping recently tracked down the most expensive Hollywood memorabilia ever […]
In photos: The world’s most fabulous fall foliage
Fall may mean it’s getting chillier out, but sweater weather season also means that fall foliage is coming! These beautiful photos of fall foliage from around the world will make you want to break out […]
Strangest unsolved mysteries of all time
The world is a crazy place. We’ve found skeletons wrapped in tree roots, bleeding walls, mysterious unending fires, and more. The creepiest part? The reasons for these strange happenings remain a mystery. Here are a […]
Last meals of some of America’s most notorious convicted criminals
Some death row inmates aren’t just famous for their heinous crimes, but their elaborate and even odd final meals. From requests for one cup of coffee to a meal totaling about 29,000 calories, here are […]
Terrifying jobs that no longer exist, thankfully
“When I grow up, I want to capture and sell rats from pubs!” Said no one in the 21st century ever (well, at least almost no one, we suppose). While the age of the machine […]
These wild historic facts sound fake but aren’t
Every day, weird but true things happen and take the world by storm, like when a raccoon scaled a New York City skyscraper back in 2018. But these clicky, fascinating facts aren’t anything new. Throughout […]
Here’s how many Americans think Biden is responsible for rising inflation
Editor’s Note: Updated for July 2022. Just under half of Americans think President Joe Biden is highly responsibility for the current inflation trend, according to a YouGov and The Economist survey reported by Statista. […]
50 ways to make an easy extra $100 a day
Busy but kind of broke? Join the club. The internet is full of lists about ways to make $100 a day in passive income, but if you’re not prepared to sell an organ or become […]