‘Perfect’ weather encourages people to be healthy: survey

‘Perfect’ weather encourages people to be healthy: survey

Struggling to feel healthy? A new study revealed how the weather and sunlight play a significant role in us feeling better in the summer than at any other time of year.   A poll of 2,000 U.S. adults revealed 75% feel more encouraged to be healthy if the weather is perfect, and many suggested sunshine’s vital … Read more

Nearly a third of Americans can go without their phones this summer: poll

Nearly a third of Americans can go without their phones this summer: poll

Whew, that was close! The average person experiences about 140 moments of “phone peril” a year, including almost dropping or cracking their phone. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 US adults, divided evenly among Generation Z (18–26), millennials (27–42), Generation X (43–58) and baby boomers (59–77). Results found Gen Z to be the clumsiest … Read more

Most of K-12 teachers miss their classroom during summer: survey

Most of K-12 teachers miss their classroom during summer: survey

Two in three K-12 teachers miss their classroom during the summer, according to new research. A new survey of 1,000 parents of kids 5-17 and 1,000 K-12 teachers found that it’s not just teachers — parents are thinking about school, too. Fifty-eight percent of parents are looking forward to the 2023-2024 school year and 66% … Read more

Surprising number of pet owners use sunscreen on pets: poll

Surprising number of pet owners use sunscreen on pets: poll

Sun’s out, paws out — more than one in 10 pet owners put sunscreen on their pet. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 US pet owners split evenly by region, where during the summer, 15% apply sunblock to their pet. Through other small, mighty precautions, like checking the temperature of the pavement before walks … Read more

Gen Z, millennial women most proactive about addressing their health: poll

Gen Z, millennial women most proactive about addressing their health: poll

More than three in four women (77%) have noticed certain body changes over the past decade, but less than a third (30%) felt “very prepared” for them. The data from a survey of 2,050 US women shows that millennial (79%) and Gen X (76%) women noticed certain changes to their body over the past 10 … Read more

Which zodiac sign is the most generous vacation spender?

Which zodiac sign is the most generous vacation spender?

According to new research, Scorpios are the most generous vacation spenders, averaging $2,927 per vacation. A survey of 2,000 American travelers split by zodiac sign found that Virgos aren’t far behind in terms of spending, with their average vacation budget being $2,913. Although air signs (Aquarians, Geminis and Libras) claimed to be the most money-conscious … Read more

‘Kidults’ spend hundreds monthly on toys they never had as children

‘Kidults’ spend hundreds monthly on toys they never had as children

Do you ever find yourself reminiscing over favorite childhood toys or memories? A new survey has revealed four in five Americans look up their childhood favorites for the nostalgia. The poll of 2,000 American Gen Zers and millennials found that, if given the opportunity, 67% would try to buy a replica of something from their … Read more

Do Americans know the true meaning of Independence Day on Fourth of July?

Do Americans know the true meaning of Independence Day on Fourth of July?

Two out of three Americans don’t know the true meaning of Independence Day. That’s according to a new OnePoll survey that tested the patriotic knowledge of 1,000 US respondents, 99% of whom identified as either a born or naturalized citizen of the United States. When asked what July 4 is meant to officially commemorate, only 59% gave … Read more

49% of Americans say they have received more scam calls in last year

49% of Americans say they have received more scam calls in last year

Please, just make it stop — a new survey has revealed just how sick and tired Americans are of scam calls and scummy white-collar criminals. A poll of 2,000 adults revealed the most common types of fraud seen by Americans are through scam emails (48%), phone calls (47%), and texts (44%). Nearly half (49%) said … Read more

What is ‘menu anxiety’? More Gen Z, millennials have it: poll

What is ‘menu anxiety’? More Gen Z, millennials have it: poll

Three in 10 Americans have “menu anxiety” when ordering food from a restaurant, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 adults found younger generations were far more likely to have anxiety while ordering — 41% of Gen Z and millennials (aged 18–43), compared with only 15% of Gen X and baby boomers (aged 44–77). A … Read more

Most people can only stay debt-free for 8.5 weeks: poll

Most people can only stay debt-free for 8.5 weeks: poll

What would you do to be completely debt-free? A new survey found Americans would give up social media for a year (32%) spend a night on a remote island (31%) and even go a month without internet access (29%). According to the poll of 2,000 U.S. adults, the average person feels they could only stay … Read more

1 out of 5 Americans believe they’ll never be able to afford a home

1 out of 5 Americans believe they’ll never be able to afford a home

Home affordability is so out of reach right now that two out of five Americans think they’d need to win the lottery to become homeowners. That’s according to a recent survey of 2,000 current non-homeowners, only 53% of whom are confident in any way that they’ll be able to own their own home someday.  In … Read more

Can your home’s curb appeal affect your love life? Survey says it might

Can your home’s curb appeal affect your love life? Survey says it might

If your curb lacks appeal, chances are, so do you, new research suggests. A recent survey of 2,000 people who are dating and own/rent a home with an outdoor space revealed seven in 10 (73%) said the exterior of a person’s home influences their level of attraction to them.  And 86% equate being able to … Read more

Pickles and cheese? Research reveals strangest pregnancy food cravings

Pickles and cheese? Research reveals strangest pregnancy food cravings

A new survey reveals the weirdest pregnancy cravings that mothers experience, such as “pickles and cheese,” “sardines and ketchup,” and “peanut butter and marshmallow sandwiches, but with five bread layers.”  Out of 2,000 women who’ve given birth within the last six years, nine out of 10 (89%) have experienced at least one type of food … Read more

Traveling with friends, trying new foods makes a vacation: poll

Traveling with friends, trying new foods makes a vacation: poll

What makes a truly memorable holiday? Researchers reckon they’ve come up with the formula. Social travel company Contiki polled 2,000 holidaymakers aged 18-34 to identify 20 elements that are likely to make a break unforgettable. They found that traveling with at least four people, enjoying a minimum of four new experiences, and finding one “hidden … Read more

Most people won’t admit they are sick until two days of illness: poll

Most people won’t admit they are sick until two days of illness: poll

More than one in four Americans believe they can will their sickness away, according to new research. A poll of 2,000 Americans revealed that until they have cold sweats or chills (48%), a fever (46%) or see green snot (21%), they won’t acknowledge they’re sick. Despite other tell-tale signs such as body aches (46%) or … Read more

Could your pet be your soulmate? Most owners think so: poll

Could your pet be your soulmate? Most owners think so: poll

Forget about destined star-crossed lovers — over half of Americans agree their soulmate is their pet. A poll of 2,000 US pet owners revealed that 53% believe their pet knows them better than anyone else in their life, including their best friends, family members or even their significant others. Nearly half (45%) tell all their … Read more

Which wine should you drink based on your zodiac sign?

Which wine should you drink based on your zodiac sign?

If you enjoy spending time on your own, you are more likely to enjoy red wine, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 American adults who drink wine regularly looked at the personality differences based on respondents’ favorite style of wine and found that those who enjoy red wine said they’re introverts (48%), while … Read more

Most women feel more empowered today than before COVID: poll

Most women feel more empowered today than before COVID: poll

Nearly half of women think they have more social barriers to overcome than previous generations (44%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 women 25-40 and 55-80 looked at how women view themselves in society and found that four in five agree that society puts a lot of pressure on women to look or … Read more

US depression rates surge — women, young adults hit hardest

US depression rates surge — women, young adults hit hardest

Depression rates have hit new peaks in the US, particularly among young adults and women, a new Gallup poll has found. Some 5,000 adults were asked in February: “Has a doctor or nurse ever told you that you have depression?” and “Do you currently have or are you currently being treated for depression?” Twenty-nine percent … Read more