How to find the best deals on Amazon Prime Day
Can you believe that Amazon Prime Day is in its 8th year? This now-massive sale event kicked off on July 15, 2015, as a 24-hour sale. Each subsequent year through 2019, Prime Day occurred […]
This woman was a Titanic survivor, but people thought she was lying
Nobody believed Berthe Mayne when she told them she was aboard the ill-fated Titanic, but they should have. The Belgian cabaret singer used the stage name of Bella Vielly and was described by the Belgian […]
Why the ultra-rich are flocking to this surprising country
According to Knight Frank’s 2021 Wealth Report, the number of super wealthy individuals across the world increased despite the coronavirus pandemic. The global Ultra-High Net Worth Individual or UHNWI population (individuals with a net worth […]
Are you using the best pillow for the way you sleep?
If you ever struggle to get comfortable in bed or wake up with neck or shoulder pain, the culprit could be right under your nose (literally). Using the wrong pillow—and lying on it incorrectly—can […]
Do security cameras really deter crime?
At Security.org, we’ve tested out dozens of different home security cameras to see how well they work. However, many people aren’t convinced that security cameras can actually deter crime. If you’re one of these […]
Only 5% of plastic waste is recycled (& 24 other shocking eco facts)
Check out our updated list for 25 of the most relevant statistics on the recycling industry. Considering the EPA hasn’t released an updated report on the state of recycling and waste since 2018, it can be […]
Woman travels the world for free by cat sitting
Madolline Gourley has discovered a purrfect strategy for traveling abroad by doing what she loves. The 32-year-travel writer based in Brisbane, Australia, loves to wander and snuggle cats. So she found a brilliant way to […]
These companies make it easy to buy American
With Independence Day just out the rearview mirror, a deep dive into American-made brands was in order. What I discovered was a treasure trove of creativity, innovation, and heart. From legacy brands that have been […]
July 4 week could be deadliest of the year for drivers
Drunk driving remains a significant problem throughout the country. But certain days are more dangerous on the roads than others. MoneyGeek analyzed historical data from the U.S. Department of Transportation and the National Highway […]
Love online shopping? You need these promo-code hacks
Online shopping is a favorite pastime. An art-form. And for some, an obsession. We know a thing or two about shopping online, which is why we put together a list of money-saving hacks. […]
The cool new way your Ben & Jerry’s ice cream could help the climate
Do cows eat seaweed? On a Ben & Jerry’s dairy farm, yes. In May, the popular ice cream maker announced that they’ll be putting their cattle on a special diet to reduce emissions of methane. […]
LGBTQ+ couples still can’t adopt in these countries
In many countries, it is still illegal for members of the LGBTQ+ community to adopt and foster children. The following map uses data from the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association (ILGA World) to show where joint adoption […]
The shocking financial hurdles LGBTQ+ Americans face
In recent years, research has revealed a significant disparity in the financial well-being of LGBTQ+ adults compared to the general population, particularly among transgender people and LGBTQ+ people of color. The major drivers behind this […]
This may be the perfect console for aging gamers
When I saw the initial teaser announcement for the Nintendo Switch, my immediate thought was that Nintendo had simply conceded the field to Sony and Microsoft. The Switch looked underpowered and gimmicky. However, it […]
Don’t be fooled by these scammers pretending to be the feds
Government impostor scams decreased in 2021 after peaking during the pandemic, but scam victims still lost twice as much money that year to fake government agents, according to new research from the Better Business Bureau (BBB). With […]
These vintage booze ads are nostalgic summer fun
Though it’s been shorts-and-short-sleeves weather for a good few weeks already, this weekend we finally reach the officially decreed beginning of of summer. It’s time to fire up the air conditioner, finalize vacation plans, […]
7-Up used to contain this common antidepressant
During the 20th century, most soft drinks in America were boosted with something other than sugar. We all know Coca-Cola started with a dash of cocaine to give consumers a “lift”; Pepsi contained pepsin, a […]
Woman visits subway daily just to hear her late husband’s voice
Dr. Margaret McCollum spends a lot of time at the Embankment Tube Station in London. She doesn’t wait for any train in particular. She just sits on the station’s bench every day, seemingly watching the trains come […]
Thanks, humanity: Now there’s even trash on Mars
No human being has yet set foot on Mars, but something has preceded us. NASA’s Perseverance Mars Rover announced on its Twitter account Wednesday that it had encountered a piece of human-generated litter on the […]
The 5 top questions you should ask during your job interview
Some companies continue to hire aggressively during the Great Reshuffle, while others are laying employees off en masse. This unpredictability highlights how the interviewing process isn’t only for the company to decide whether they want to […]
6 tips for managing money when you’re depressed
Depression is a major health issue that can impact all areas of our lives — including how we feel about and manage our money. Given that estimates of depression rates run as high as one […]
At $32.5M asking, this San Diego home could set a new record
In the hilly, seaside neighborhood of La Jolla in San Diego, a new cliffside mansion has recently hit the market. And it’s holding headlines with its ambitious asking price and endless list of customizations. Priced at $32.5 million, […]
Apple, Costco & Google: These are the world’s favorite US brands
Everyone shops, no matter where in the world you live. But what are the most valuable U.S. brands? Statista used data from Brand Finance to find out just that. Here are the leading U.S. brands worldwide in […]
This generation has the most LGBTQ+ members
Eight percent of online U.S. adults (18-64) identify as homosexual or bisexual, while another two percent prefer pansexual, asexual as their self-identification. This is according to data from the Statista Global Consumer Survey and, as our chart shows, […]
How to keep your kids from falling into the ‘summer slide’
Students, teachers, and parents work hard during the academic year to ensure learners gain the skills they need. Then comes summer break, and it is time for everyone to get a well-earned rest. However, […]
2 Spanish women married in 1901 by tricking a priest
Love is love, and it always has been. Love is the driving force behind many desperate and heroic acts. It certainly was the driving force behind one particular act that happened in the Spanish town […]
Mullet shoes let you wear the iconic haircut on your feet
It’s a shoe! It’s an iconic haircut! It’s both! So, mullet haircuts are back (if they ever really left), but now some of them are attached to your footwear. They’re called mullet shoes — they’re high-top sneakers in […]
Gas prices soar to a new high in the US … again
Americans are plagued by inflation in many different way, but gas prices must be one of the worst headaches. The price of one gallon of regular reached a new all-time high for the fourth […]
America’s best cities for commuters
Commuting is a way of life for millions of Americans, but many employees absolutely hate it. Economists used to think that long commutes wouldn’t have any effect on well-being because they’re a rational trade-off workers […]
This 1950s futuristic kitchen is still way ahead of its time
I am angry, aren’t you? We’ve waited and waited, patiently even which is not my strong suit, but still nothing . Promises were made, or at least it felt that way to little kid […]