Millennials who came of age during or after the financial crisis haven’t had the easiest economic start. There’s been much hand-wringing about a generation who doesn’t seem interested in marriage or kids, lives with roommates for years on end, and keeps coming home to live with their parents. If you scratch beneath the surface, though, these so-called ‘trends’ really belie deep financial insecurity, most of it caused by forces outside of Millennials’ control.
Healthy Food Subs (That You’ll Actually Enjoy)
Diets are not easy. This seems obvious, and yet too few people delve into the actual difficulty of eating healthy: what is it about our brains (or our society) that makes it so hard to stick to food that’s good for us and that won’t make us less healthy? One tricky part of dieting is giving up foods that we love, but replacing them with healthy options can make the process less arduous.
The Surprising History Of Beer
Once upon a time, if you described “beer” as one of your hobbies or as a ‘lifestyle’, you would likely be termed an alcoholic. Yet nowadays, with craft beer festivals, tours, and even marathons abounding around the world, beer seems to be everywhere. That makes this the perfect time to learn all about its origins, don’t you think?
Fun Facts You Never Knew About UFC Fighting
UFC can be a fascinating sport to watch, with so much thrilling action, compelling backstories, and sheer athleticism on display. But besides enjoying the sport itself, it can be interesting to learn some of the facts and statistics that back up all of that impressive fighting action. Keep reading to learn some facts about UFC that might surprise you!
Pulp Fiction As You’ve Never Seen It
To say that Pulp Fiction is a classic film is an understatement. It’s one that you can find hanging out on almost any Top 50 Best Films list, one that showcases Quentin Tarantino at his most brash and freewheeling (and before he began devoting quite so many frames to filming feet.) Here’s a look at the film in a format you’ve probably never seen it.
What’s On America’s Bucket List?
The idea of a bucket list can seem morbid to some: it’s a list of experiences, locations, things, etc that people want to tick off before they die. Yes, by definition, it involves contemplating one’s death, but a bucket list is the opposite of morbid fear because it focuses on hopes, plans, and achievements. As it turns out, many people share some of the same ideas.
The Most Miserable Countries In The World
Happiness is subjective, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to quantify some of the factors that make up happiness. Generally, people are unhappy when they lack means and money, and economic conditions can be linked to certain measures. This enables us to rank countries, roughly, by how miserable their citizens are.
Make Your Baby Smarter By Teaching Them To Sign
Sign language can be a lifesaver for people who have hearing difficulties, have loved ones who do, and people who socially or professionally interact with people who do. You may be surprised to learn, however, that there are many reasons to teach your baby sign language that bears no connection to their hearing levels at all.
How American Companies Handle Parental Leave
The United States, compared to the world’s other top economic powers, does not have a great reputation when it comes to social care, or to work-life balance. So it’s safe to say that when these two questions come together–specifically, in the issue of paid parental leave–America does not lead the rest of the world. Still, it’s important to look at the data: just how much maternity and paternity leave do American companies offer?
Everything It Takes To Keep A Chicken Happy
Few people think about where their chicken comes from, or how it ends p on their plate. Those with a keen interest in the gym mostly know chicken as a healthy protein to help them gain muscle. Of course, those who are less fitness-conscious may be partial to the occasional fried chicken bucket. Yet neither camp spends much time thinking about the lives of chickens before they reach the grocery stores–or how those lives could easily be improved.