This is the top unexpected bill that causes Americans the most stress

This is the top unexpected bill that causes Americans the most stress

Americans with limited savings stress about their finances for nearly an entire work month (18.63 days) each year, new research suggests.  A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults with less than two months of liquid savings or assets on hand found that while their finances are often top of mind, a third (33%) feel paralyzed to act when a financial … Read more

Homeowners reveal what they need to create their dream home

Homeowners reveal what they need to create their dream home

One in 10 homeowners admit that their home is far from their dream, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 American homeowners showed that people have great visions for their home, but are not quite there yet, as 36% are unsatisfied with certain parts of their home. Specifically, homeowners said the areas of their … Read more

Nearly 40% of Americans skip social situations due to this embarrassing reason

Nearly 40% of Americans skip social situations due to this embarrassing reason

Nearly two in five (39%) Americans have skipped social events due to skin flare-ups, new research suggests. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults who wear makeup revealed a whopping six in 10 (60%) have declined invites to a guys or girls’ night out (60%) because of a visible skin irritation on their face. Other commitments … Read more

Holiday Hometown Hook-up survey finds most will seek casual sex while home for the holidays

Holiday Hometown Hook-up survey finds most will seek casual sex while home for the holidays

There’s no place like home for the holidays, especially if you’re single. A new survey revealed that nearly 60% of travelers plan to have “casual sex” while visiting their hometown this month, while 70% of respondents admitted to fooling around at home in past years. Conducted by Everlywell, the poll asked 850 singles aged 18 … Read more

Here’s what age people hit when they are in their ‘moderation era’

Here’s what age people hit when they are in their ‘moderation era’

People hit their “moderation era” at 29 years old, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 American wine drinkers, aged 21+ revealed that 86% agree that their alcohol intake is all about moderation. Beyond that, food and snacks (70%), shopping (65%), and socializing (49%) were some of the most important areas in life to … Read more

Americans only believe this percentage of social media content

Americans only believe this percentage of social media content

Americans believe only 37% of the content they see on social media is “real,” or free of edits, filters, and Photoshop. Between AI and “deep fake” videos — a survey of 2,000 U.S. adults split evenly by generation revealed that almost three-quarters (74%) can’t tell what’s real and what’s fake.  Americans are wary of both … Read more

Pet owners panic about their little ones this frequently each month: study

Pet owners panic about their little ones this frequently each  month: study

The average pet owner has 72 “pet panics” over the course of a year, according to new research.  Between incidents that have already happened (18%), hypothetical situations that could happen, and both of the above (54%), a survey of 2,000 American cat and dog owners revealed these panics happen about six times every month. The most common … Read more

These are kids top comfort foods: study

These are kids top comfort foods: study

It takes less than 30 minutes for Americans to start to feel relief after indulging in their favorite sick-day foods. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 millennial parents of school-aged children. Results revealed that soup (65%), broth (42%), crackers (35%) and popsicles (35%) topped the list of parent’s favorite comfort foods. Other less common … Read more

How much should you spend on a date? Here’s what the research says

How much should you spend on a date? Here’s what the research says

The average person has gone on $3,025.12 worth of dates within the past year, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 general population Americans looked at the cost of dating and relationships within the past year — the average respondent has gone on eight dates in the past six months, costing $189 each. This … Read more

Sleep problems worsen during the winter for the majority of Americans: survey

Sleep problems worsen during the winter for the majority of Americans: survey

Six in 10 Americans say their sleep routines feel different during the winter than in other seasons. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 U.S. adults, commissioned by Mattress Firm and conducted by OnePoll between Sept. 26 and Sept. 29, as reported by SWNS. Respondents are also more willing to make sacrifices for better sleep. Nearly half of … Read more

Millennials, Gen Z still prefer physical greeting cards over digital ones

Millennials, Gen Z still prefer physical greeting cards over digital ones

Who says snail mail is dead? More than half (54%) of Americans say they still mail their greeting cards versus sending via digital and social platforms, new research suggests. A new survey of 2,000 U.S. adults split evenly by generation uncovered that taking an extra step in the personalization of holiday expressions goes a long … Read more

Gen Z, millennials struggle with ‘adulting’ more than their parents did: poll

Gen Z, millennials struggle with ‘adulting’ more than their parents did: poll

Young adults are having a hard time embracing the “adult.” A new survey revealed that Gen Z and millennial adults are facing more difficulties than their parents did when it comes to achieving milestones in the workforce. Of the 1,039 young adults surveyed, aged between 18 and 34, 55% said it’s “much harder” to buy … Read more

Gen Zers are engaging in this alarming driving trend — which is as bad as drunk driving: researchers

Gen Zers are engaging in this alarming driving trend — which is as bad as drunk driving: researchers

Many teens say they’ve driven while they feel drowsy — and they believe that it’s not as dangerous as driving while drunk or distracted. That’s just one of the findings revealed in the 2023 Drowsy Driving Survey from the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) in Washington, D.C., which explored 1,124 American teens’ attitudes and behaviors about … Read more

Gen Z is skipping alcohol on dates — here’s what they’re doing instead

Gen Z is skipping alcohol on dates — here’s what they’re doing instead

Gen Z Americans are drinking less than previous generations and skipping alcoholic beverages on dates. Still, researchers warn the age group is compensating with cannabis, which in excess could lead to serious health complications. A report from Berenberg Research found that Gen Z respondents were drinking over 20% less per capita than millennials did at the same … Read more

Most people think holiday season starts too early — ‘Christmas fatigue’ is real: survey

Most people think holiday season starts too early — ‘Christmas fatigue’ is real: survey

It’s beginning to look a lot like overkill. The day after Halloween is often seen as the start of the holiday season — but many people have mixed opinions on when to start getting into the spirit. Christmas advertising starting as early as right after Labor Day weekend has left a majority of Americans feeling … Read more

Lack of sleep is compromising the mental health of 78% of adults: study

Lack of sleep is compromising the mental health of 78% of adults: study

In 2023, the phrase “I’m tired” reached its highest frequency in Google searches — suggesting that people are battling fatigue more than ever before. Daylight Saving Time, which ends next week, could create even more sleep struggles. (Clocks are set back one hour on Nov. 5.) A new report from Calm, maker of the sleep and … Read more

Morbid ‘longevity’ test reveals at what age you’ll die — but is it legit?

Morbid ‘longevity’ test reveals at what age you’ll die — but is it legit?

Like a spoiler in the movie of your life, the so-called Longevity Test aims to predict when the credits roll. An Illinois physician has devised a macabre quiz to determine how long test takers will live, based on queries about their diet, lifestyle and other mortality markers. “I do want people to use this Score … Read more

Gen Zers are saving their money so they can ‘splurge’ on ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ experiences: study

Gen Zers are saving their money so they can ‘splurge’ on ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ experiences: study

Gen Zers are saving hard to splash out on “once-in-a-lifetime” moments as part of a generational move to make up for time lost to the pandemic, according to the latest consumer survey from one of Australia’s biggest banks. National Australia Bank’s survey of 18-29-year-olds shows the cohort is more likely to “splurge” on big-ticket experiences … Read more

People admit they’re unable to live off cash savings for this long: poll

People admit they’re unable to live off cash savings for this long: poll

Four in 10 Americans couldn’t live off their cash savings for longer than four months, according to new research.  However, three in four (75%) think their saving habits will improve over the next 12 months. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults ages 18–58 with a savings account found nine in 10 have tapped into these … Read more

How hot ‘bleisure’ travel trend packs a ‘revenge’ vacation into your business trip

How hot ‘bleisure’ travel trend packs a ‘revenge’ vacation into your business trip

These hotels mean business — and fun. Travelers are prioritizing a good night’s sleep, amenities that promote a healthy lifestyle, and rooms with “smart” technology, according to a 2024 travel forecast from Hilton out this week. Thanks to the rise in “bleisure” travel — adding a vacation to a work trip — jet-setters are extending … Read more