Your yearly flu vaccine protects you and those around you from the influenza virus, which could be deadly. Getting vaccinated too early could mean you may have reduced immunity by the time the flu virus circulates in your community. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends getting a flu vaccine in September or October […]
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The worst beers in the world, according to Beer Advocate
It’s no surprise that Americans love their beer. Despite having a relatively old legal drinking age compared to the international standard of 18, America still ranked among the drunkest countries in the world in 2021. The previous year, legal consumers in the U.S. drank an average of 26 gallons of beer per person. Craft beers, […]
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List: Best public colleges in every State
Public colleges and universities can come with far less sticker shock than their private sector counterparts, but that isn’t to say they offer a substandard education or even diminished cachet. Coverage of the “Varsity Blues” college admission scandal exposed the underhanded—and illegal—tactics some affluent parents will employ to ensure their child’s acceptance not just to […]
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Most popular baby names for girls in Rhode Island
Stacker compiled a list of the most popular baby names for girls in Rhode Island using data from the Social Security Administration. Names are ranked by the number of babies born in Rhode Island in 2021. Olivia is currently the most popular girl name in the United States while Emma, Charlotte, Amelia, and Ava round […]
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List: Senator Whitehouse is among the richest current Democratic politicians in Congress
All members of Congress in both the House and Senate earn the same annual salary of $174,000, which is not all that exceptional considering that to live comfortably in Washington D.C. you need to earn a baseline salary of around $144,000. And that number is increasing every year. Some framers of the Constitution assumed most […]
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Richest current Republican politicians in Congress
Political corruption has been in the news for as long as politics have existed. In the U.S. people are often critical of the vast amounts of wealth that politicians, especially those at the federal level, are able to accrue. In 2005, the Stop Trading on Congressional Knowledge Act was first introduced after an academic study […]
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Major TV debuts from the year you were born
As the landscape of TV continues to shift, it’s always a good time to pause and look at the medium’s history. The first American TV station began broadcasting in 1928, but television didn’t really start growing into the influential, widespread phenomenon that it is now until the 1950s. For many years, there were only a […]
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Providence among metros where homes are selling for the most over asking price
The Federal Reserve’s efforts to curb inflation have pushed interest rates to levels unseen in more than two decades, and the number of homes selling each month has been on the decline for eight straight months now. But homes are still selling, even if slowly. And they’re still increasing in price, even if that increase […]
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10 plant-based recipes for a big Thanksgiving table
Serving plant-based meals during a holiday so focused on turkey may seem far-fetched, but with the prime produce the autumn season offers—and a turkey shortage pushing prices up as much as 73% from 2021—it’s the perfect time to add more plants to the table. Butternut squash, apples, pumpkins, cranberries—all these antioxidant-rich plants are worthy alternatives […]
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Most commonly hunted migratory birds in Rhode Island
Stacker compiled a list of the most commonly hunted migratory birds in Rhode Island using data from the Fish & Wildlife Service. Duck and goose species are ranked by the estimated 2021 hunting harvest in Rhode Island. You may also like: Colleges with the best ROI in Rhode Island Canva #16. Ross’ Goose (tie) 2021 […]
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100 best TV shows of all time
Long before streaming allowed audiences to binge-watch whole series in a single weekend, there was primetime TV-watching bliss. Fan favorites such as “The West Wing” and “The Sopranos” kept fans glued to their sofas week after week and year after year to find out what would happen next. Some fans loved shows so much they […]
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The World Cup is the most-watched sporting event internationally—here’s how it stacks up to other US events
Despite being the most-watched sporting event globally, the FIFA Men’s World Cup doesn’t draw as many U.S. viewers as other sports competitions—but that could change at the end of 2022. After a drop in viewership during the 2018 Men’s World Cup, ratings are expected to rebound in 2022 since the U.S. will be part of […]
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Industries with the most workplace injuries in Rhode Island
When the Occupational Safety and Health Administration opened in 1971, the state of workplace safety was extremely grim. In the 1960s, a staggering 14,000 workers died on the job every year. Without safety regulations or enforcement in place, workers were left largely unprotected from unsafe conditions, leading to high rates of injury and death. The […]
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List: Newport among 50 cozy towns to visit this winter
If it feels like all of your friends are heading off on tropical vacations this winter, consider heading down a different path with a visit to a quaint, cozy American town. Whether you’re interested in dog-sledding through the wilds of Wyoming or touring luxurious mansions along the coast of Rhode Island, Stacker rounded up a […]
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The ‘urban heat island’ effect has made Providence and 9 other cities the most heat-intense in the US
Urban heat islands are areas within cities that are hotter than their outlying regions, largely due to albedo—the tendency of a material like asphalt or pavement to absorb, rather than reflect, heat from the sun. Lack of tree cover, an abundance of tall buildings, and population density can amplify this phenomenon as well. These hot […]
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100 best films of the 21st century, according to critics
Though the golden age of Hollywood ended decades ago, the magic of Hollywood may be even more remarkable this century. Consider how technology enables filmmakers to include incredible CGI creations or create thought-provoking documentaries filmed on smartphones. Hollywood has started opening its doors to allow women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, and others to tell […]
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50 famous firsts from TV history
The concept of television programming has served as an unofficial barometer of technological and social progress. As technology advanced, so did the medium of television, from black and white to color. Standard definition turned to high definition, which developed into 4K, and analog eventually became digital. But there’s a lot more to TV than nuts […]
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Top 100 musical films of all time
Whether it’s an adapted Broadway show, an animated feature, or a campy parody, movie musicals hold a special place in the hearts of fans. But what makes a musical film great? Maybe it’s the memorable tunes and expressive voices. Perhaps it’s the impromptu dance numbers. Or it could just be the combination of a well-written […]
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These are the 14 fastest-growing jobs that offer on-the-job training
Some jobs require extensive training, preparation, or specialized skills. Surgeons and engineers, for example, must attain years of graduate training and experience because, without it, they could make fatal errors. Lawyers must learn a complicated system of rules and laws before they can practice, and chefs, writers, and visual artists must have finely honed skill […]
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States that produce the most Christmas trees
Nothing beats a real Christmas tree, from the crisp evergreen scent to choosing the perfect Tannenbaum to adorn with glistening ornaments come December. Across the U.S., more than 15 million trees are harvested from 15,000 tree farms, where 295,162 acres are in production. Christmas trees are a big business, bringing in about $377 million in […]
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Best Thanksgiving movies of all time
When one thinks of holiday movies, the first thing that springs to mind is most likely Christmas. With new releases every year at both the box office and on streaming services, as well as all those classic favorites we know and love, there’s no shortage of Christmas movies to add to your watch list. But […]
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Energy bill up? Here’s how electricity costs have changed over the past year
Electricity costs across the U.S. are making their biggest jumps since the last major economic downturn. Despite pushing to build more renewable energy sources over the last decade, fossil fuels still buoy most of our electricity generation. All the voltage required to keep our lights and appliances powered daily has to come from somewhere—and 60% […]
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Political cartoons from the last 111 years
Cartoons have long caught the public’s attention, capturing social or political sentiments and highlighting pressing issues. The nature of these cartoons has changed over the years and decades, even the centuries, accommodating a widespread appetite for vitriolic humor and propaganda. In the case of Martin Luther’s pamphlet “Passional Christi und Antichristi,” drawn by Lucas Cranach […]
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Sitcom history from the year you were born
Sitcoms have changed so much over the years amid shifting styles, audience tastes, and improvements in technology. They can be a reflection of what is happening in the world, a unique parallel to the most significant events and movements in history. The sitcom is a shortened version of the term “situation comedy” and found its […]
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How the popularity of US holidays varies by generation
In the United States, finding balance between working arduously at a job and meeting obligations to loved ones—not to mention finding time for a healthy social life and personal time—proves to be a perpetual balancing act. Perhaps that’s why U.S. holidays are such a cornerstone in people’s personal and professional lives. From religious holidays like […]