Entertainment
/ArcaMax
Who stands to gain the most from new federal overtime rules?
New Biden administration rules have raised the maximum salary eligible for overtime pay and put in place a mechanism that ensures the salary threshold keeps pace with rising wages and prices.
As of July 1, 2024, hourly workers making the equivalent of $43,888 a year are eligible for overtime pay, up from $35,568, which will increase to $58,...Read more
Cybercrime losses were highest in these states
With fast-evolving technologies, near-ubiquitous internet use, and increasingly realistic scams, cybercrime is on the rise—and Americans, in particular, are being swindled out of billions. Hundreds of thousands more cybercrimes were reported in the U.S. in 2023 than the other top 19 countries combined.
Drata identified states with the ...Read more
The stars of 20 iconic movie franchises when the first movie premiered vs. the last
When it comes to movie franchises, most people think of the sprawling Marvel Cinematic Universe, or perhaps the still-enchanting "Harry Potter" series. These days, franchises comprise most ticket sales at American movie theaters, but the movie franchise is hardly a new phenomenon.
Franchises, which include movie series that share titles, ...Read more
From PPO to HMO, what's the difference between the 5 most common types of health insurance plans?
For many Americans, early November not only signals Election Day but also means it's time to choose a health insurance plan for the upcoming year.
This year, open enrollment for public health insurance plans begins Nov. 1, 2024, and closes on Jan. 15, 2025. During the open enrollment period, Americans have the option to enroll, renew, or ...Read more
How teen drug use compares by state
Fewer teenagers are using drugs after rates precipitously dropped during the COVID-19 pandemic, but overdose rates are on the rise as fentanyl becomes more common.
Substance Use Treatment Facilities examined data from the University of Michigan's Monitoring the Future survey and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration ...Read more
College costs are skyrocketing. Does attending a pricier school pay off?
As high school seniors across America prepare to make consequential college decisions, their parents might not be ready to let them leave the nest—or foot the bill. Among parents with a child attending college, fewer than half (44%) felt prepared to make the first tuition payment for their child, according to a 2024 survey from College Ave.
...Read more
Landlines may seem obsolete, but people in these states pick up their home phones the most
On a planet that holds more cellphones than people, it might be hard for some to imagine anyone still has—or uses—a landline.
Today, many may consider landline phones obsolete. However, this legacy technology remains a staple in households across the country, influenced in part by geography. Spokeo analyzed landline usage across the U.S....Read more
Rising rents are pushing Americans out of cities. Here's why it's causing the 'donut effect.'
Big cities in America have undergone seismic shifts in recent years, largely influenced by the shift to remote work that accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic. As white-collar workers transitioned to remote and hybrid work models, many businesses found they were no longer tied to the physical office. Workers scattered beyond cities, ...Read more
More Americans are missing mortgage payments, though still fewer than pre-pandemic
The number of Americans falling behind on their mortgage payments has risen in recent months, nearly climbing to rates last seen before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Netspend analyzed data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York to show the uptick in homeowners falling behind on their mortgage payments since 2021.
Since lows recorded in 2021, ...Read more
Most common first names of presidential campaign donors (and whom they're supporting)
It's generally frowned upon to judge a book by its cover, but what if names can give you an idea of whom someone is supporting for president?
Spokeo examined Federal Election Commission data to find the most common first names of presidential campaign donors and whom they support. The data includes all donations from individuals this ...Read more
Just 5% of America's food waste is composted. Which states are getting it done?
Americans composted about 3.3 million tons of food waste in 2019, according to the Environmental Protection Agency's most recent estimates.
That may seem like a lot, but consider that between residential areas, commercial food service, and food retail, Americans generated 66.2 million tons of wasted food in the same year. That means about 5%...Read more
With student loan forgiveness programs in limbo, here's how some borrowers may find relief
In late August 2024, the latest chapter in the ongoing student debt forgiveness debate came to a close—for now—when the Supreme Court announced it would uphold a block on the Biden-Harris administration's sweeping student loan repayment plan.
With an unprecedented $1.74 trillion in collective student debt, Americans are struggling with ...Read more
Robotic surgery is evolving. Here's what that means for patients.
A medical team made history in September by performing the first fully robotic heart transplant at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Doctors spent two and a half hours controlling machines to replace the heart of a 16-year-old patient. The hospital claims the operation was less invasive than ...Read more
La población latina es el grupo que ha crecido más demográficamente en los estados cruciales para esta elección. ¿Podrá elegir al próximo presidente o presidenta?
Lejos de los estados fronterizos del sur en elecciones previas, la contienda por captar el voto latino antes del 5 de noviembre se halla esta vez concentrada en el disputado "enclave latino" de Pensilvania, y ambos bandos han plantado allí sus banderas firmemente.
La campaña de Trump abrió en junio una oficina en Reading, Pensilvania, ...Read more
Feeling angry this election season? These physical and mental strategies can help you cool off.
The high-stakes presidential race is leading to heightened emotions, and no matter the results, millions of Americans will be disappointed in November.
According to late September national polling data, Republican nominee Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are essentially tied, though Trump has an edge in key battleground states. ...Read more
Workers are still experiencing burnout, so why aren't they using workplace mental health resources?
Between mass layoffs, unaffordable child care, inflation, the COVID-19 pandemic, an always-on/available culture, and artificial intelligence replacing jobs, there are many valid reasons why more than half of Americans say they've felt burned out at work in the last year, according to a poll conducted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness ...Read more
5 charts that break down the NBA's new media rights deal
The National Basketball Association has been ascendant for decades, and yet another influx of cash promises to keep the league near the top of the sports media ecosystem for years to come.
In July, the NBA inked 11-year contracts worth $76 billion with the Walt Disney Company, NBCUniversal, and Amazon Prime Video to broadcast games starting ...Read more
Location can impact health more than genetics. These initiatives are improving rural health care access.
When it comes to health, our genes mean a lot: They carry our families' history of diabetes or cancer, make us more susceptible to certain diseases, and impact our blood type. While genetics play a large part in health outcomes, they are only one piece of a complex puzzle. Based on recent examination, it's clear that what public health experts ...Read more
5 affordable and creative venue ideas perfect for a baby shower
The traditional baby shower, where family and friends gather and celebrate the mother-to-be and unborn baby with gifts, has evolved immensely since its 20th-century origins. What was once reserved for middle- and upper-class American families is now customary for anyone expecting a baby, and showers that include parents and guests of all ...Read more
The US leads the world in fruit and nut imports, but is our out-of-season produce hurting the planet?
Even in the dead of winter, American shoppers are treated to a cornucopia of choice in the grocery aisles. Peruvian grapes, Costa Rican pineapples, Mexican strawberries—many pantry staples begin their journeys to American tables thousands of miles away.
In 2022, more than half of the fruits and nuts consumed by Americans are imported, ...Read more