A statue of Abraham Lincoln, a butter knife made of solid gold and a talking fish — these are just some of the things Americans say they’ve inherited from a loved one. A new survey of 1,200 US respondents conducted by Talker Research on behalf of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? asked people to name the most interesting possessions … Read more
Are summer blockbusters alive and well or a thing of the past? The American movie audience is split. A new survey examining the movie preferences of 2,000 people saw 30% of movie diehards say the summer blockbuster is actually bigger than ever before. A fifth (21%) are more critical, however, feeling there are too many … Read more
America is slimming down — one shot at a time. The number of US adults turning to blockbuster GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss has hit a record high, nearly quadrupling in just two years. Now, the shift is showing up on the scale, with national obesity rates edging lower after years … Read more
Think you could score a World Cup penalty kick against a professional keeper? One in four Americans thinks they could. That’s the finding of a survey of 2,000 people, which found 28 percent feeling they could convert from the penalty if the moment arose. And with several big teams already going out at the dreaded … Read more
Americans want shorter films— the ideal movie length is just 88 minutes, according to new research. That’s the finding of a new survey of 2,000 people from Talker Research, which indicates Americans want less time in movie theaters overall. While the average ideal movie length came in at just under the hour-and-a-half mark, only ten … Read more
First impressions may start long before a handshake — one in five Americans say they judge others by their first name alone, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 Americans found that 18 percent of those polled said they’ll make assumptions about someone based entirely on a name they more than likely didn’t even … Read more
Almost a fifth of Americans would like Pride Month to be canceled, highlighting the deep divisions in how people feel toward the LGBTQ+ community. A new survey of 2,000 general population Americans revealed that 17 percent don’t believe Pride Month should be celebrated “at all,” while others believe it’s “too much” and should be scaled … Read more
Weddings remain an important tradition, but Gen Z is increasingly questioning the expectations that come with them. A new survey of 2,000 Gen Z adults (aged 22+) found that nearly seven in 10 (69%) believe weddings today feel more like a production than a personal celebration. Commissioned by Affirm and conducted by Talker Research, the … Read more
Restless night? One in four Americans (25 percent) says a dream or nightmare has led to them making a change in their life like quitting a job or breaking up with a partner. A survey examining the sleep quality and dreams of 2,000 Americans found that a quarter (25 percent) feel a dream changed their … Read more
If summer road trips have you craving pizza, a new report spotlights key places across the country to stop for the most affordable slice. With Americans continuing to watch their spending on dining out, the survey highlights where travelers can stretch their food budgets the furthest while on the road this summer. In its US Pizza … Read more
Michael Jordan has been named the biggest icon in American sports history by fans around the world, research shows. A study of 10,000 fans of US sports found the NBA star ranked first in the poll, closely followed by basketball player Kobe Bryant, baseball pitcher and hitter Shohei Ohtani and LeBron James. Other stars to appear on … Read more
Americans hoping to unwind on their next trip may want to think twice about where they’re headed. A comparison of all 50 states using 40 indicators of stress — including work, money, family and health factors — found that densely populated states with major metro areas did not top the list, according to a new WalletHub study. … Read more
New York isn’t the only city that never sleeps. An eye-opening new study determined that Detroit, Baltimore, St. Louis, Toledo, New Orleans and Newark are some of the most sleep-deprived cities in the US, due to issues like alcoholism, stress, obesity and smoking habits. Nationwide, most people don’t log enough hours in Sleepy Town. A … Read more
Red, white and feeling blue. Turns out that Gen Zers aren’t universally unhappy — they’re just sullen in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Outside those four countries, people under 25 reported increasing feelings of happiness over the last decade, according to the 14th edition of the World Happiness Report, released Wednesday. Gen Zers … Read more
As hiring slows across much of the US, a handful of jobs are standing out for their resilience. Roles that rely on hands-on expertise and human connection are proving particularly durable, according to Indeed’s 2026 Best Jobs in the US list. The rankings analyzed thousands of job postings nationwide to identify roles in which workers are most likely … Read more
Unusual afterglow? A new study reveals that during orgasm, some women experience a slew of physical and emotional responses, which can include laughter, nosebleeds, tears, headaches and even hallucinations. Published last month in the Journal of Women’s Health, this study is believed to be the first to investigate the frequency of these episodes, collectively known … Read more
It’s a sobering report in one way. More American teenagers are staying away from alcohol, marijuana and nicotine — but two other vices are growing in use, according to a national survey released Wednesday. While drinking and smoking rates continue to show a steady decline, following similar results from the survey conducted last year, two … Read more
The Big Apple may not be the best place to paint the town red. The WalletHub end-of-year consensus has come out on which cities in America boast the “most fun” to be had in America — and NYC barely makes the grade. The report — titled Most Fun Cities in America — lists Las Vegas, … Read more
Parents are all about the holiday hype: a new survey has found 55% get just as excited as their kids when it’s time to unwrap gifts. But the real challenge, according to the poll of 2,000 US millennial parents, is keeping the joy of opening gifts alive on holiday mornings from persistent, curious children. Amidst the … Read more
Mercury retrograde is coming in hot and ready. As the least loved astrological transit, Mercury retrograde is synonymous with stress, nostalgia, communication breakdowns and relationship resurrections. It’s enough to make anyone want to eat their feelings. “Mercury Retrograde makes us crave comfort food for emotional grounding and a quick dopamine boost. With studies showing that … Read more