Only a few letters are left before we end the whole series about US states starting with a specific letter. I figured out that this can be an interesting way to present different parts of the US and share some facts about history, geography, and many other details. The idea came from my love for
There are five US territories that are not states(official and independent), along with a few uninhabited places. The reason why the US is keeping them is mostly political. In many of them, there are military bases, or the country uses them to sustain its political relevance in the region. This article will introduce all the
We are getting close to finishing the whole series. The previous article was about US states that start with R. Well, actually, just one, as Rhode Island is alone on that list. Now, it’s time to present to you the US States that start with S. There are two of them, both with the prefix
Tens of thousands of Americans die by suicide, and the national suicide rate remains among the highest recorded in recent decades. The faces behind those numbers belong to veterans, teenagers, parents, and neighbors, people whose pain often went unseen. Experts point to isolation, stress, and barriers to mental health care as some of the main
After covering the US states that start with P(only one actually), the next step in the series leads to the letter R(as there are no US states that start with Q). Only one name stands in that spot – Rhode Island. Let’s see what makes this state unique. History Early settlers in search of freedom
Healthcare remains one of the largest and most critical sectors in the American economy. In 2025, an estimated 19 to 20 million individuals are employed in various branches of the healthcare system, representing about 12% of the total U.S. workforce. Such massive employment reflects not only the importance of medical services but also the growing
It has been a challenging year for small business owners. Many are struggling just to stay open. The reason is the new tariffs that went into effect in 2025. These new import taxes have increased prices on almost everything small businesses import into the country. Coffee beans, t-shirts, computer parts, bakery tools, furniture fabric –
Stage 5 starts when the birth rate drops below the death rate. In this phase, families have fewer than two children on average. Governments in Stage 5 countries face a new kind of challenge. They must support many older citizens with a smaller group of workers. Therefore, pensions, healthcare, and labor shortages are becoming serious
Arkansas lawmakers introduced the Blue Envelope program to create safer conditions for drivers with autism during police encounters. Many individuals on the autism spectrum face sensory overload when exposed to sirens, flashing lights, or sudden instructions. Those moments can cause confusion and silence that officers may misread. The program uses a simple tool. A blue
Elite education in the United States often brings to mind the Ivy League, a group of eight prestigious schools known for exclusivity, history, and academic rigor. However, many institutions outside that circle consistently compete at the same level or even surpass them. They attract top scholars, global recognition, and industry partnerships that shape the future