Four states in the US start with A, and they could not be more different. The only thing they share is that first letter, which turns out to be enough to make them a favorite category for trivia nerds and geography fans. Alabama Alabama lands first in alphabetical order, which gives it an automatic spotlight
Americans drink a lot of alcohol, but the amount depends heavily on where you live. Some states see high numbers because of local culture, easy access, or tax rules that make buying alcohol cheaper. Others stay near the bottom because of strong religious influence, tighter laws, or fewer outlets. The latest insights show that a
If you ever thought about trimming or cutting a cactus in Arizona, think again. State law makes it illegal to chop down certain cacti, even if one grows in your own yard. The saguaro, that tall cactus with arms you see in every desert photo, is the most protected of them all. It takes decades
Music streaming platforms now run the U.S. music business. What used to be an add on next to radio and downloads has become the main way people play songs, build playlists, and follow new releases. In 2025, about 79% of Americans age 12 and up listen to online audio in a typical month. Paid music
Milan, Italy, ranks first for walkability in 2025. People there reach daily needs like schools, hospitals, restaurants, and shops in about 6 minutes and 24 seconds on average, based on the study A Universal Framework for Inclusive 15 Minute Cities by M. Bruno et al. for The Economist. European cities dominate the ranking. 45 of
In 2025, the average U.S. household pays about $590 per month for essential utilities, including electricity, natural gas, water/sewer, waste and recycling, internet/cable, and phone services. According to the latest analysis by This Old House (2025), Connecticut tops the nation with an average monthly utility bill of $794, while Idaho households spend the least, at
When people hear the words accident and incident, they often assume they mean the same thing. In casual conversation, you might hear someone say, “There was an incident on the highway,” when they mean a car crash, or “The factory had an accident,” when they mean a small fire or even just a safety violation.
Student loan debt in the United States has reached record levels in 2025, crossing $1.8 trillion in total, with more than 42 million Americans carrying federal student loans. On average, borrowers owe around $39,000 each, but debt burdens vary widely depending on where you live. According to the Education Data Initiative (2025), residents of the
Airline crash records show which carriers have the most commercial passenger crashes on record and which names appear again and again in major accident databases. This article focuses on one point: the airline with the highest total crash count in history, based on public investigations and official safety reports. American Airlines and Air France lead
If you are buying health insurance in 2025, where you live matters just as much as what plan you choose. According to resources, the most affordable state for a Silver benchmark plan is New Hampshire, with average monthly premiums around $325, while the most expensive is Vermont, where the same plan averages $1,277. That is