Saving money, exercising more, and getting healthier are Americans’ top New Year’s resolutions heading into 2026, according to a new survey. The poll of 2,000 Americans revealed that only a small group (10%) felt very good about 2025 as a whole, labeling it a “great” year, and most felt less positive about it, saying it … Read more
“Overstaying your welcome” as a guest begins after less than a week, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 general population Americans looked at how long they’re happy to have a guest stay with them — and pinpointed this to be just six days. Any longer than that, and the average respondent feels the … Read more
A fifth of Americans have planned a trip solely for the food, according to new research. This was revealed in a survey of 2,000 general population Americans, which found 21% of travelers have taken a trip specifically for the food at their destination — with younger generations more likely to have done so. Forty-four percent … Read more
Parents fight with their kids more about driving than dating, and they’re paying over $6,000 a year for it, on average, according to a recent survey. The survey of 2,000 American parents with a teen driver found that parents disagree more with their teens about driving (51%) than about their screen time (48%), grades (39%), … Read more
One in six parents of kids who play sports believe they’re raising the next pro athlete, according to new research. A survey of 4,150 respondents, split between athletes, parents, and coaches of youth athletes, looked at sentiments around what sports look like right now. Seventy-two percent think that youth sports today feel more professional than … Read more
Over half of Americans (57%) love the sense of adventure that a road trip offers, which is good news as drivers are set to spend 13 hours behind the wheel this holiday season, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 American drivers found that while the average respondent will rack up nearly two working … Read more
Nearly two-thirds of Americans said they’ll be “doomed” if they run out of butter during their holiday baking and cooking this year. That’s according to a recent survey of 2,000 Americans who celebrate the winter holidays, which found that 63% feel they’ll be done for if they run out of one vital ingredient while cooking … Read more
Yes, you really do deserve sweet treats every day, all day. A new study has found one in three Americans reward themselves with something sweet more than once per day — and 46% crave sweets by noon. That’s according to a new poll of 2,000 U.S. adults, where 47% said only something sweet can satisfy … Read more
Smart shopping is in this holiday season: Nearly one in four shoppers is setting firm spending limits, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults who shop online found that Americans are keeping budgets at the forefront of their minds. More than a third (36%) are splitting at least one gift with a friend … Read more
Despite recent reports suggesting a decline in alcohol consumption among young Americans, new findings reveal a different trend: Over three-quarters plan to drink the same amount or more this holiday season, challenging assumptions about shifting habits. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 Americans aged 21–44, which found that 77% expect to drink the same … Read more
The people have spoken: America’s ultimate grilled cheese uses white bread, is cut into triangles, and layers in two cheese types, according to a recent survey. The survey polled 5,000 Americans from across the U.S. and found that, on average, two cheese types are included in the ideal grilled cheese. When opting to incorporate multiple … Read more
“Help” isn’t a dirty word: a new study has found younger generations are less likely to think asking for help is a bad thing. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults, split evenly between Gen Z, millennials, Gen X, and baby boomer generations, found that the two younger generations saw asking for help as a positive … Read more
Sherry Jenkins is a Halloween person by default. She lives in Blairstown, New Jersey, a rural town where much of the original “Friday the 13th” horror movie was filmed. That date is, of course, a huge draw for tourists, but the town and its residents are all in on promoting Halloween as well with a parade and … Read more
By age 29, you deserve a literal tax break — a new survey has found that the average American lets professionals prepare their taxes before they hit their thirties. The poll of 2,000 U.S. taxpayers found that at a certain stage of life, more than a third (37%) are happy to just let professionals handle … Read more
The average American spends more than a third of their paycheck within the first 12 hours of receiving it, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 employed Americans split evenly by generation revealed that this was especially true for millennials, one of the highest spending generations today, who spend an average of 40% within … Read more
Americans think negatively about their bodies four times a day — and it’s quietly reshaping their lives. That’s according to a new survey conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Eden Health, which revealed the heavy emotional toll body image dissatisfaction continues to take across the U.S. A staggering 69% of respondents said that when … Read more
Half of Americans are “dreading” the holiday season, as a result of their financial situation. According to a new survey of 2,000 Americans (half of whom have seasonal jobs), 54% fear the inevitable approach of the holidays due to the financial requirements of the season. Seven in 10 respondents (69%) said the holiday season is … Read more
Six in 10 Americans say a recurring smell in the home has caused an argument or awkward conversation. According to a new survey of 2,000 Americans who live with a partner, roommate, or family member, 58% said they’ve had arguments over recurring smells in shared spaces with culprits ranging from trash smells to post-gym stink … Read more
More than a third of Americans would redo their college experience if they could (38%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults split respondents by those who have and haven’t received a degree and found that both groups wouldn’t turn down a redo at the choices they made today, including 43% of college … Read more
Candy disappears faster than a ghost on Halloween night — and Americans admit they can’t stop sneaking from their stash. A survey of 2,000 adults found that the average American eats through their Halloween candy stash twice before trick-or-treaters even arrive. One in four confessed they’ve had to restock three times or more (26%). The … Read more