Survey reveals America’s favorite reality TV shows

Survey reveals America’s favorite reality TV shows

The golden buzzer has spoken — “America’s Got Talent” has been crowned America’s favorite reality TV show, according to a new survey. A poll of 2,000 U.S. reality TV fans split evenly by generation (500 Gen Z, 500 millennials, 500 Gen X and 500 baby boomers) looked at America’s obsession with reality TV and took … Read more

How Americans are reinventing retirement

How Americans are reinventing retirement

Retirees are living lives their younger selves would be jealous of, according to a recent study. The poll of 2,000 Americans who have retired, or will retire, between 2020–2029 found that the Benjamin Button effect is in full play. Retirees said they’re aging backward and feeling more vivacious than ever — as more than a quarter … Read more

Here are the 10 most well-behaved dog breeds — and the 10 worst

Here are the 10 most well-behaved dog breeds — and the 10 worst

While all dogs are good dogs, some are better behaved than others. Forbes Advisor decided to find the best and worst-behaved dog breeds to help educate prospective owners on their furry friends.  To do so, they surveyed 5,000 dog owners made up of 200 owners for each of the 25 most popular dog breeds, according to … Read more

Nearly 40% of Americans feel like they’re stuck living where they are

Nearly 40% of Americans feel like they’re stuck living where they are

Soaring housing prices are causing Americans to rethink their “dream home” and “dream workspace,” where luxury is out and practicality is in. A new poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found 58% have witnessed increased housing costs over the past five years, and 39% frequently feel like they’re stuck living where they are. Many are also … Read more

The reasons why almost half of Americans prefer to watch TV with their dogs

The reasons why almost half of Americans prefer to watch TV with their dogs

Based on a new study, 43% of Americans would rather watch a movie with their dog than their partner. According to the poll of 2,000 U.S. dog owners, those in a relationship said their dogs are better movie companions because they don’t interrupt (44%), don’t ask questions (42%) and are better cuddlers (35%). Commissioned by … Read more

If you’re a parent, you’re probably cleaning these things all wrong

If you’re a parent, you’re probably cleaning these things all wrong

One in three parents are learning they’ve been cleaning things wrong their entire lives, according to a new study. The poll of 2,000 U.S. parents revealed many have been told by others they incorrectly fold laundry (33%), mop and sweep wrong (28%) and don’t know how to properly wash laundry (26%). Are mom and dad … Read more

Sustainability should be ‘default’ for companies, most Americans believe

Sustainability should be ‘default’ for companies, most Americans believe

Two-thirds of Americans believe sustainability should be the “default” for companies, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 general population Americans revealed that 67% believe sustainable products and services should be the standard for companies, not something they need to search for. And 44% would go so far as to remove unsustainable options from … Read more

Nearly 2 in 3 Americans say this household task is a secret turn-on

Nearly 2 in 3 Americans say this household task is a secret turn-on

Looking for an easy and inexpensive way to freshen up your relationship? A new survey of 2,000 adults, half of whom are in a relationship, revealed 69% of Americans say the simple act of seeing their partner clean is a turn-on. The data shows that when it comes to relationships, it’s the little things that … Read more

Why do Americans prefer social media shopping? Could spend upwards of $59B online

Why do Americans prefer social media shopping? Could spend upwards of B online

Based on their shopping habits on social media, Americans have the potential to spend upwards of $59 billion, according to a new study. The poll of 2,000 US adults who use social media found that 68% have shopped through their social media feeds, and the average person would willingly spend a maximum of $262 on … Read more

An embarrassing number of wine drinkers believe rosé is made by mixing red and white

An embarrassing number of wine drinkers believe rosé is made by mixing red and white

One in 10 wine drinkers believe all rosé is made by mixing white and red, according to a poll. The color and flavor of most rosé, which is usually made from red grapes, is due to early harvesting of the grapes and the short time the crushed fruit’s skins remain in the juice.  This type … Read more

Eligible singles are looking for these traits in a future spouse

Eligible singles are looking for these traits in a future spouse

The attributes top of the list for Britain’s daters are emotional intelligence, financial stability and getting on with your friends. A poll of 2,000 adults who are dating found they’d like to see someone who can stimulate them intellectually (19 per cent) and has a good sense of style (15 per cent). Almost eight in … Read more

What is ‘hypergamy’ — the dating trend sweeping 40% of Americans?

What is ‘hypergamy’ — the dating trend sweeping 40% of Americans?

What’s a ‘luxury’ in modern dating? According to a new survey, emotional connections are a ‘necessity’ in addition to being swept off their feet and exclusive experiences. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found nearly half (47%) consider it “luxurious” if their date includes learning about their date’s background and having in-depth and intelligent conversations.  … Read more

Why men are afraid to speak up about health: poll

Why men are afraid to speak up about health: poll

A recent survey has revealed that over half of American men feel the need to “tough it out” when they don’t feel well.  The poll of 2,000 U.S. men found that many feel uncomfortable discussing their current health due to privacy concerns (61%), embarrassment (39%), or fear of feeling less “manly” (17%). Four in 10 … Read more

How many Americans still believe in true love?

How many Americans still believe in true love?

Good news for anyone seeking a spark of romance this summer: True love is still alive as 70% of Americans believe it exists. The results emerged in a survey of 2,000 people by Talker Research and saw, thankfully, that belief in the concept rises the more serious a relationship you find yourself in.  While 70% … Read more

Here’s the whopping amount Americans spend to get their yards party-ready

Here’s the whopping amount Americans spend to get their yards party-ready

Is your yard ready for summer entertaining?  A new survey polling 2,000 U.S. adults with backyards found that 81% would look forward to hosting parties in their backyard, but 14% admitted that they would need some time to prepare given the current state of their space. According to respondents, 34% would have to improve their … Read more

Majority of women care more about being healthy than beautiful: study

Majority of women care more about being healthy than beautiful: study

Eight in 10 women prioritize feeling healthy over looking beautiful, according to new research. A poll of 2,000 American women revealed that improving both their mental/emotional health (33%) and physical health (33%) makes them feel more beautiful than improving their physical appearance (22%). Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Doctor’s Best, the survey revealed that … Read more

Gen Z teens largely put the brakes on driving, signaling ‘seismic’ shift in US car culture: study

Gen Z teens largely put the brakes on driving, signaling ‘seismic’ shift in US car culture: study

Zoomers are seemingly rewriting the teenage rite of passage script, opting for tech over tires as they steer a cultural shift away from the traditional rush to the open road. New research from MarketWatch Guides found that the youngest group of drivers – ages 19 and under – make up only one in 25, or approximately … Read more

Moving or losing a job: Which is more overwhelming?

Moving or losing a job: Which is more overwhelming?

One in four Americans consider moving to be a more stressful endeavor than landing a plane in an emergency. A recent survey of 2,000 Americans who have moved in the last five years investigated the overwhelming task of moving and found more than a few startling answers to some moving-related would-you-rathers. Respondents rated moving as … Read more

The average person enjoys over 100 ‘extraordinary’ days a year

The average person enjoys over 100 ‘extraordinary’ days a year

A third of your month is bound to be ‘extraordinary,’ according to a new study. The poll of 2,000 American wine drinkers found the average person has 10 extraordinary days per month — 120 every year.  And if you live in Hawaii, Idaho or South Dakota, you can bump that up to 13 days per … Read more