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Millennial adult friends celebrating Thanksgiving together at home

Weird Thanksgiving Traditions Americans Think Are Normal

Beyond the basics, there are some pretty weird traditions out there—does your family take part in any of these?
January 13, 2025 Samantha Henman
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Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore Are Still Stuck In Space. Here Is Their Story.

For astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, a quick round-trip to the International Space Station turned into an epic endurance test thanks to unexpected technical setbacks. Stranded far above Earth, these two spacefarers are experiencing the challenges of prolonged space travel with courage and ingenuity.
January 7, 2025 Miles Brucker

Ranking The States From Worst To Best—According To Data

In 2024 US News and World Reports looked at all kinds of data: from health care and education, to the economy, infrastructure and public safety. They also took into account the state's natural environment, fiscal stability of the government, as well as the opportunity it affords its residents. Putting all those data points together, this is the ranking of all 50 states...
December 30, 2024 Jesse Singer
Disney's cruise ship Magic sits at the dock in the harbor as the sun sets November 29, 2009 in Key West, Florida.

Black Magic: Deep Inside Disney Cruises

On Disney Cruises, cast members work hard to keep up appearances—and there’s a three-word phrase they’re never allowed to say.
November 25, 2024 Samantha Henman

East Coast Americans Vs. West Coast Americans

If you're considering a move across America, whether from the East Coast to the West Coast or vice versa, here are some of the biggest culture shocks you should prepare yourself for in advance.
November 21, 2024 Jack Hawkins

These American Customs Are Considered Rude Overseas

If you're about to take your first big trip across the ocean to another country, it's a good idea to do some research and understand how other cultures can interpret certain American customs. Let's go over which American customs won't fly elsewhere in the world.
November 21, 2024 Jack Hawkins
The cruise ship 'Costa Concordia' lies stricken off the shore of the island of Giglio, Italy on January 14, 2012. More than four thousand people were on board when the ship hit a rock.

The Dark History Of Cruise Ships

In 2011, a young Disney cruise ship worker disappeared while on board. When her family began to investigate, what they found was absolutely shocking.
November 20, 2024 Samantha Henman

Do These Pet Peeves Annoy You As Much As They Annoy Us?

A pet peeve is defined as "something that a particular person finds especially annoying." Well, these are things we find especially annoying. Do you?
November 18, 2024 Jesse Singer

These Are The Best Random Campsites In Your State

Whether you're roughing it with a backpack, tent and sleeping bag, or are camping outdoors in luxury in a travel trailer, free camping is always a bonus. Most US states have made plenty of random campsites free to use. If you're trying to find out where you can camp without spending an arm and a leg, this article is for you.
November 14, 2024 Jack Hawkins

These Jobs Allow You To Travel And Work At The Same Time

Whether your dream job is sitting on a cruise ship, sailing around the world, or getting paid to work on a farm, or exploring the Alps on skis, these jobs allow you to travel and work at the same time—which is almost everyone's dream life, right?
November 11, 2024 Jack Hawkins

The Best Hamburger In Every State

Looking for a great hamburger. These are the places to get one in all 50 states.
October 30, 2024 Jesse Singer

These Are The Best Chicken Wings In America

Chicken wings are one of America's iconic foods—whether you like yours Plain Jane or with a bit of spice, here are some of the best chicken wings in America.
October 29, 2024 Jack Hawkins