More than 2,000 Americans were asked to name the rudest cities in the country. The results sparked outrage, defensiveness, and a few very on-brand reactions. If you’re reading this blog, …
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The Most Spoken Language in Each U.S. State—After English and Spanish
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegUsing U.S. Census data, WordFinderX identified the most commonly spoken language in each state once English and Spanish are removed from the equation. Of the 195 countries in the world, …
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When we posted 10 mind blowing maps of the United States a few months ago, the feedback was really good. It’s been a while, so here are a few more …
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It all started with a post on X. Not a press release. Not a corporate campaign. Just one public offer that quickly snowballed into something much bigger. Sure, we can …
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Which Countries Score Highest on IQ Tests—and Where the U.S. Ranks
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegA popular online IQ test taken by millions of people worldwide ranks countries by average score, offering a snapshot of how populations compare on standardized cognitive tests. The results are …
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With Japan welcoming a record number of visitors, understanding a few cultural norms can help travelers avoid awkward — or offensive — moments. According to The Japan Times, Japan welcomed …
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Storms Reshaped Iceland’s Black Sand Beach — And I’m So Glad We Went When We Did
by joehegby joehegI saw the photos and assumed they were exaggerated. Reynisfjara — Iceland’s famous black sand beach — is one of those places that looks too dramatic to be real. The …
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Snoop Dogg’s Credit Card Was Declined Abroad — and It’s a Reminder for Every Traveler
by joehegby joehegA declined card in Italy turned into a feel-good Olympic moment — but it also highlights a common travel problem most people aren’t prepared for. Having a credit card declined …
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He Waved the Bonaire Flag at Super Bowl Halftime — and Ended Up in Bonaire
by joehegby joehegEvery Super Bowl halftime show gives the internet a gift. Sometimes it’s a carefully planned “moment.” Sometimes it’s a technical glitch. Sometimes it’s a Janet Jackson “wardrobe malfunction” that everyone …
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The U.S. Already Denies Passports for Unpaid Debt — Now It Plans to Revoke Them
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThe U.S. already denies passports for unpaid taxes and child support — and now officials say proactive revocation is coming for some major child-support delinquencies. The reason for this is …