50 facts about war you may not know
America has been involved in a war for a total of 222 out of 229 years since 1776. That means since its founding, the nation has been at war 93% of the time. However, not all […]
The must-visit farmers market in every state
As COVID-19 restrictions relax and summer approaches, more and more farmers markets are resuming normal or close-to-normal operations. If you’re ready to break out your canvas bags and take a stroll through the farmers market, […]
These states have the biggest drug problems
The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the nation’s drug problem. In fact, in 2020, there were over 88,000 drug overdose deaths, an increase of about 27% from 2019. To address this issue, the government allocated $4 billion for programs to […]
The most beautiful lake towns in America
Everyone loves the lake, and living by a beach lake is many Americans’ dreams. While many people think that they can’t afford to live this dream, there are actually many lake towns across the U.S. […]
49 surprising facts about American taxes & taxpayers
Tax Day 2021 will be unlike any other year — and not just because it’s on May 17, not April 15. What can already be a confusing process will be even more complicated for many individuals […]
These are the states with the highest property taxes
Many Americans have to pay property taxes. In fact, the U.S. Census Bureau estimates that the average household spends $2,471 on property taxes each year. If you live in one of the 27 states that […]
These states are the most dependent on the federal government
As more states get federal funding during the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are starting to wonder just how much federal aid states are getting. The issue became especially apparent after AP News found that New […]
Here’s where gambling addiction is worst in the US
The increase in online gambling options and the COVID-19 pandemic have created the perfect storm for gambling addiction. The Mayo Clinic and other organizations are still studying the effects of COVID-19 on gambling addiction. However, […]
Do you know what every state flower looks like?
As the months get warmer, flowers are starting to bloom, dotting the landscape with swaths of vibrant color. In celebration of spring, we’ve put together this list of every state’s official flower, with lovely photos […]
The history of the British Monarchy in pictures
The first monarch to rule what would later become Great Britain was King Alfred the Great, who was crowned as the King of England in 871 A.D. There wouldn’t be a British monarch per se […]