Why 4 in 5 Americans believe that TikTok poses a national security threat

Why 4 in 5 Americans believe that TikTok poses a national security threat

TikTok has done more than provide endless entertainment — it’s brought the dimensions of data sharing and privacy into the international spotlight. Four in five (83%) Americans agree that the government should regulate the use of certain apps when it poses a threat to the country or citizens of the country. And at a time … Read more

Young Robert De Niro v. Al Pacino: ‘Who was hotter?’ sparks viral debate

Young Robert De Niro v. Al Pacino: ‘Who was hotter?’ sparks viral debate

It was a dead “heat” between these two Hollywood heartthrobs. One Twitter user sparked a massive online debate on Saturday when they asked fellow tweeters who they thought was hotter: a young Robert De Niro or a young Al Pacino? The question, posed by journalist Ashley Reese to her 60,500 followers, came after De Niro, … Read more

Most parents want to be an example for their kids by reading more: poll

Most parents want to be an example for their kids by reading more: poll

Nearly eight in 10 (78%) parents read their children the same books that were read to them as kids, new research suggests. A recent survey of 2,000 parents with school-age kids (ages 5–18) found that most claim to “always” or “often” read to their child before bedtime (63%), averaging four nights a week. When they … Read more

Americans believe they’ll never have enough saved for retirement: poll

Americans believe they’ll never have enough saved for retirement: poll

Nearly seven in 10 Americans plan to retire, but of those who don’t think they will, 42% believe that they will never have enough savings to do so. That’s according to a March survey of 2,000 adults split evenly by generation, where 22% of Gen Z, 19% of millennials and 18% of Gen X don’t … Read more

Promiscuous singles are screwing their odds of a happy marriage: study

Promiscuous singles are screwing their odds of a happy marriage: study

When it comes to carving out notches in the bedpost, less is more. A new study by researchers at Brigham Young University in Utah echoes a substantial body of research to conclude that a certain degree of premarital sex could impact your future relationship prospects. Experts in family studies at BYU’s Wheatley Institute have shown … Read more

These are the top songs people turn on when spring cleaning: survey

These are the top songs people turn on when spring cleaning: survey

It takes the average American four days and 19 minutes to completely clean and organize their entire home.  Spring is here, and with it comes the annual ritual of cleaning and organizing which more than half of Americans (55%) engage in, according to a March survey of 2,000 Americans.  The act of cleaning and organizing … Read more

Gen Z, millennial men prefer bad dates to skincare routines: poll

Gen Z, millennial men prefer bad dates to skincare routines: poll

Some 73% of Gen Z and millennial men admit they need an intervention for their self-care habits. In a March survey of 2,000 men ages 18 to 42, two in five (42%) revealed they need someone to confront them about their skin care regimen or lack thereof, as well as their diet (42%). Other aspects … Read more

Millennials are most likely to have a side hustle to combat cost of living

Millennials are most likely to have a side hustle to combat cost of living

Four in 10 respondents have asked their loved ones for money over the past year, to deal with the rising cost of living, according to new research. The survey of 8,500 respondents across 10 countries — including 2,000 Americans — revealed 43% of people surveyed have asked for financial help in the past 12 months. … Read more

Imposter syndrome plagues most women — less than half of men

Imposter syndrome plagues most women — less than half of men

No amount of success or accolades can stop some people from feeling like an imposter — especially women. More than half of women experience imposter syndrome at some point, according to a new poll of 4,000 adults. Imposter syndrome, or the feeling that you don’t deserve certain achievements, has hindered romantic and platonic relationships as … Read more

Gen Z gets more joy from seeing their pet happy than their partner: poll

Gen Z gets more joy from seeing their pet happy than their partner: poll

Gen Z is more likely than any other generation to invest saved money on their pet than use it to go on vacation. That’s according to a February survey of 2,000 pet owners split evenly by generation that showed only 15% of Gen Z would rather buy an expensive concert ticket or go on vacation … Read more

This is how often a person typically feels insecure: poll

This is how often a person typically feels insecure: poll

The average American feels insecure five times a day, new research has found. A February survey of 2,000 people explored confidence levels and found that for many, confidence can be tough to come by. Results showed that people find their nerves shaken the most when confronted with difficult situations like speaking in front of a … Read more

Millennials, Gen Z divided over importance of family dinners: poll

Millennials, Gen Z divided over importance of family dinners: poll

New research has found that four in 10 parents report having only three or fewer family dinners per week, leaving 42% feeling “worried.” That’s according to a new poll of 2,000 US parents, which revealed 56% believe that having a shared meal together is one of the best ways to bond with their family, with … Read more

Baby Boomers support a 4-day work week more than Gen Z: survey

Baby Boomers support a 4-day work week more than Gen Z: survey

Employees will always take more money if you offer it. But pay alone isn’t necessarily all it takes to attract and keep good employees. In a survey of employed workers and employers, Forbes Advisor found that 40% of employers say workers leave their job to find a role that offers better employee benefits. The survey also found … Read more

Most Americans seek brands that share their environmental goals: poll

Most Americans seek brands that share their environmental goals: poll

A majority of Americans believe climate change will be catastrophic within their lifetime (68%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults looked at their sentiments around environmentalism and found that Gen Z (84%) and millennials (75%) are especially likely to feel like climate change will affect their future. However, just over a … Read more

Almost half of cat and dog owners want tattoos of their pets: poll

Almost half of cat and dog owners want tattoos of their pets: poll

How obsessed are Americans with their pets? Enough that almost half are thinking about getting a tattoo of their pet, according to a new survey. The study of 2,000 cat and dog owners found that 25% would consider getting a tattoo of their current pet, while 25% are already planning to get one. Another 16% … Read more

Women feel more confident in spring, summer seasons: poll

Women feel more confident in spring, summer seasons: poll

More than half of women said they can’t make it through two months of wintery weather (52%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 women looked at how the weather impacts their confidence and mood and found that on average, respondents can put up with only seven weeks of cold weather before needing to … Read more

Majority of Americans find hosting Easter dinner at home stressful: poll

Majority of Americans find hosting Easter dinner at home stressful: poll

A new survey has found hosting a dinner at home is more stressful than catching a plane right before the gate closes, dropping your phone and even trying to pass the SATs. A poll of 2,000 US adults who celebrate Easter found that 78% believe hosting a large dinner in their homes is stressful and … Read more

Millennials, Gen Zers don’t want to share their food: poll

Millennials, Gen Zers don’t want to share their food: poll

Sharing isn’t always caring. A third of Americans don’t think the bill should be split evenly if the meals didn’t cost the same amount, new research has found. A February survey of 2,000 US adults explored things people struggle with sharing and found that even with family members, just 26% are OK with sharing personal … Read more

Female small business owners showed better work-life balance: poll

Female small business owners showed better work-life balance: poll

Six in 10 female small business owners who opened their business prior to 2022 said the past year has been the most challenging for their business (63%), according to new research. The survey of 1,000 female small business owners also found that one in six are stressed out every day. This may be because more … Read more

Here’s what annoys people most sleeping with their significant other

Here’s what annoys people most sleeping with their significant other

Half of Americans who live with their partner are willing to channel their inner Lucy and Desi … by sleeping in separate beds. A recent survey of 2,000 U.S. adults who live with a partner discovered that 49% would be willing to try sleeping in a separate bed as a way to get better rest, … Read more