From bumpy roads full of potholes to decaying railroads and bridges, there are parts of America in dire need of repair. But what do the nation’s roads and bridges actually look like? Are they past the point of simple repairs? Let’s take a quick look at the state of America’s infrastructure. Roads Roads and highways…

As of this writing, the COVID-19 coronavirus is spreading across the U.S. quickly, especially in large cities like New York City, and governments and businesses alike are working on a wide variety of countermeasures to slow the disease’s spread. For example, many manufacturers are repurposing their factories or workshops to make medical gear, and city…

Right now, the coronavirus known as COVID-19 is continuing to spread, and more cases are continuing to develop. This has inspired a widespread response to protect everyday American lives, from social distancing rules and stay-home rules to closing businesses and even Senate plans to send relief checks to many households. Meanwhile, quarantine is a fine…

Being a homeowner isn’t always easy. Sure, there are tons of benefits to owning a home, but they also come with their own set of hurdles to leap over. Increasing the value of your home and improving the look of your home are some great examples of such hurdles. That’s why we’ve come up with…

Not everyone has the luxury to work with a limo driver each week and relax in the back seat. The first limousine was invented in 1902 and it was not the long, stretched vehicle that we know today. The first limousine was built with a covered compartment for the driver who sat outside of the…

E-commerce retailers have made it possible to place orders easily and receive items quickly. Whether you’re sending a package to Ireland, the third-biggest island in Europe, or buying an item for someone who lives five minutes away from you, it’s now expected for those parcels to arrive in a matter of days. But with all…

Electric car owners will be ringing in the new year with new fees. According to CNBC, an increasing number of states are passing laws charging owners of electric vehicles with registration fees to offset forgone gas taxes. Approximately half of U.S. states, including Mississippi, are set to impose new fees on EV owners or will…

It’s no secret that “The Daily Show” — and its host Trevor Noah — has never been a fan of our nation’s current president. While the show has typically thrown shade through its sarcastic dialogue and punchy humor, the newest jab at the president is a little more hands-on. When President Donald Trump announced that…

In a recent study, no one was surprised to learn that Coca-Cola is, once again, the world’s largest plastic polluter. The audit was performed by environmental group, Break Free From Plastic. The organization gathered more than 72,000 volunteers in an effort to conduct almost 850 plastic clean-up events across the six continents. From beaches to…

Cannabidiol, or CBD, is having a moment. Although the idea of using any derivative of the marijuana plant used to be taboo in some circles, many Americans have realized that they can benefit from CBD’s healing properties without the high. These days, CBD can be found in everything from lotions and creams (which can contain…

Currently, about 3% of patients who visit an urgent care facility need to be diverted to an emergency department. There are all sorts of reasons for visiting health clinics, including acute upper respiratory infections, acute sinusitis, acute pharyngitis, cough, fever, arthritis, which currently affects 43 million people in the U.S., so much more.  For centuries,…

Scientists everywhere have been searching for a solution to humanity’s ultimate killer for thousands of years: aging. Recent decades have seen fairly stable and consistent growth in anti-aging research, but a potential breakthrough could lead to people living ever-longer lives with fewer signs of aging. While this may sound initially like excellent news, anti-aging science…

The national opioid crisis has presented Americans with many dangers and fears — particularly because drug addiction and subsequent overdoses can often be traced back to the medications our physicians prescribe for the sake of healing. Currently, the U.S. holds over 45% of the global pharmaceutical market, and since prescription opioids have become more accessible…

The U.S. loves its vehicles. There are five times more heliports in the U.S. than any other country in the world, around 80 million citizens have taken out car loans to secure their preferred mode of transportation, and 8.6 million motorcycles are currently cruising down American roads. The latter offers a combination of thrill and speed that…

The housing market tends to heat up when outside temperatures do, meaning that there are a number of people looking to buy or sell homes during this time of year. By the end of 2017, the national homeownership rate reached 64.2%, and those who are looking to buy often have more than mere curb appeal…

In light of the Environmental Protection Agency’s lax laws regarding asbestos control, attorneys general from 10 states — and Washington D.C. — have officially taken action against the organization. According to attorneys general, the organization failed to take action against the prevalence of asbestos. This sparked a nationwide outcry from people who want to completely eliminate the…

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, with prostate cancer alone being the second leading cause of death among men. While approximately 23,800 adults and 4,830 children are diagnosed with cancerous tumors of the brain and spinal cord every year,…

As the start of summer quickly approaches, many homeowners are turning their attention to their curb appeal. While spending as little as 5% of your home’s value on landscaping can bring an ROI of as much as 150%, property value isn’t the only good reason to start gardening this season. This activity can provide a…

Each year, there are approximately 6 million car accidents that take place throughout the United States. But if you thought that booking a trip on Uber or Lyft would be safer than driving your own vehicle, you might be sorely mistaken. That’s because, according to Consumer Reports, nearly one in six cars registered on these…

Up to 12.1 million homeowners across the U.S. are getting ready to sell their homes. According to a new study from NerdWallet, recent shifts in the housing market have led 44% of surveyed homeowners to sell their homes in the next 18 months. “Homeowners can see that we’re moving away from a strong seller’s market…