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State governments spent a collective $581.9 billion on public welfare, or 26% of total government expenditure in 2016. Public welfare spending varies considerably from state to state and is...
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The U.S. annual population growth recently hit its lowest level in 80 years. Even with the recent slowdown, the U.S. population has been growing steadily for years. There are nearly 18.5 million more...
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Over the last 100 years, Hollywood studios and surrounding areas were the filming locations for many classic movies. Southern California is not only the home base of many of the country’s largest...
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By several measures, the U.S. economy is in a precarious state, and warning signs of an impending recession loom. The U.S. Federal Reserve has taken a step aimed at boosting the economy earlier this...
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The world before vaccines was vastly different than today. Children — and adults — regularly contracted serious infectious diseases that up until recently have been but a distant memory. The...
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U.S. annual population growth recently hit its lowest level in 80 years. Even with the recent slowdown, the U.S. population has been growing steadily for years. There are nearly 18.5 million more...
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A milkshake — or just a shake — is a cold dessert-like drink traditionally made with milk, ice cream, and one or more flavorings, blended together until frothy. The term “milkshake” comes...
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This past June was the warmest ever recorded based on global-average temperatures, according to the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service. The United States has not escaped the heat,...
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Many jobs are common across all U.S. states. Jobs like educators, food service workers, and government employees are necessary to sustain a population regardless of the state. But each state is also...
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Participation in the democratic process is a fundamental right and responsibility of American citizens age 18 and older. Still, nationwide, fewer than two out of three voting-age Americans show up to...
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Dating can be fun, and it can be stressful; the two of you might be meeting for the first time or you might be well into a relationship. But no matter if it’s the love of your life who is sitting...
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The majority of countries in the world guarantee the right to a free education in their constitutions — and many of those that do not are signatories to a U.N. treaty that protects the right to...
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Americans’ lifestyle is mostly determined by their income. Another factor, however, is where they live. The cost of everyday necessities, like food, transportation, and rent, varies considerably...
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Most people need to work for a living, but that doesn’t mean they have to take conventional jobs. 24/7 Wall St. reviewed job listing sites, online databases, and occupation data from the Bureau of...
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Every day, an estimated 10,000 Americans baby boomers retire — and unfortunately many of them will spend their golden years pinching pennies. According to a recent estimate released by the U.S....
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