Forget Everything You Thought You Knew — Americans Don’t Really Hate Mondays
There is no such thing as a case of the Mondays. Or, rather, the Mondays are no different than the Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
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Infographic Dispels Myth that Eating Healthy Is Expensive
If you’re anything like us, you probably assume that fast food is cheaper than home-cooked meals. But, as this infographic going around Facebook shows, nothing could be further from the truth.
It’s True — We Really Are More Stressed Out Now Than We Were 25 Years Ago
In the first-ever historical comparison of stress levels across the US, researchers have now determined what many of us have suspected: adults are a lot more stressed out now than they were just 25 years ago.
Man Catches ‘The Black Death’ After Saving Mouse from Cat
As definitive proof that no good deed goes unpunished, an unidentified Oregon man in his 50s has contracted the plague after rescuing a mouse from the jaws of a cat. Gah! Next time, just let nature take its course, pal.
What Are America’s Most Bedbug-Infested Cities?
After two consecutive years of being named the most bedbug-infested city in America, New York City has passed the torch. So who can now lay claim to the dubious honor?
Move to New York, You’ll Live Longer
New York City may be grimy, congested and teeming with more than 22 million people, but a new report by researchers at the University of Washington say it’s actually a very healthy place to live.
New York City Board of Health Weighing a Ban on Large Movie Popcorn
Look out, New Yorkers — Mayor Michael Bloomberg and the City Board of Health aren’t just after your large sodas. Now they want your bucket-sized popcorn and jumbo milkshakes, too.
Could Your Flip-Flops Make You Sick?
Here in Montana, we are hundreds of miles away from the nearest beach. But that doesn’t stop us from sliding our feet into one of America’s favorite beachwear items: flip-flops.
And why wouldn’t we? They are the epitome of cool, carefree summer fashion
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Volkswagen’s ‘Little Darth Vader’ Max Page to Undergo Open Heart Surgery
Although you probably wouldn’t recognize Max Page, you have almost certainly seen him before. The 7-year-old played miniature Darth Vader in Volkswagen’s 2011 Super Bowl ad, a spot that is among the most popular in the history of the Big Game.
After the commercial aired, Max made an appearance on ‘Today,’ where his mom revealed he had been diagnosed with a congenital heart defect at birth and has
Do You Live in One of America’s Most Stressed-Out Cities?
Las Vegas and Miami are known for their glitz and glamour, but all that fun apparently comes at a price. The residents in those cities have been deemed the most in need of some rest and relaxation.