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The Hardest-Working US Cities
In This State,
Hard Work Is the Way
Feb 25, 2025 4:08 PM CST

In This State, Hard Work Is the Way

You'll find a lot of conscientious workers in Texas, per WalletHub

(Newser) - It's kind of an incredible statistic: American workers punch the clock for an average of 1,799 hours a year. That beats out Japan by 188 hours, the UK by 275 hours, and lucky Germans by 456 hours. WalletHub took a look at the 116 largest US cities to...

The Most Beautiful US College Campuses

Students at the University of San Diego judge theirs the best

(Newser) - College rankings often assess price, academics, and even the party atmosphere. But beauty? The Princeton Review ranks the most beautiful college campuses in the land, as judged by the students who study there. The results, based on responses from 160,000 students at nearly 400 colleges and universities, puts the...

These Great Albums Each Claim a So-So Song

The Police's 'Mother,' from Synchronicity , tops Rolling Stone ?'s ranking as worst of the bunch

(Newser) - Much like a pitcher who screws up his perfect game in the ninth, there's nothing more frustrating than that almost-impeccable album that blows its streak with just one mediocre song—or, as Andy Greene puts it for Rolling Stone , a song that "sucks to such a profound degree...

Florida Beach Cracks 'Best' Lists for Both US, World

Siesta Beach is ranked No. 1 in the country by Tripadvisor

(Newser) - For those dreaming of beach weather and planning accordingly, the annual best-beaches compilation by Tripadvisor may offer some inspiration. Travelers who want to experience the best beach in the world will need to head to Greece, while Florida has the No. 1 destination in the US. The top 10 of...

US Cities Feeling Most, Least Financial Distress

Houston and Anchorage at opposite ends of WalletHub ranking

(Newser) - We've all felt the bite of high prices over the past few years, but financial struggles are more prevalent in some places than others. WalletHub checked out 100 of the nation's largest cities to analyze residents' credit scores, accounts in distress, changes in bankruptcy filings, and search interest...

'Work From Anywhere' Works Best in These US Cities
Digital Nomads,
Get Thee to Miami
Feb 16, 2025 2:30 PM CST

Digital Nomads, Get Thee to Miami

It's the best US city if you're a remote worker, according to a Hostinger analysis

(Newser) - If you're a freelancer, consultant, or full-fledged employee whose company allows you to work remotely, you can potentially punch the clock from anywhere in the world—a perk that many such "digital nomads" take advantage of. In fact, nearly 40% of millennials work untethered to a physical office...

States Where People Spend Less on Groceries

Consumers in Jersey spend the least, while those in Mississippi are paying the most, per WalletHub

(Newser) - With inflation rising and increasing prices for products like eggs making headlines, it's natural to want to cut your supermarket bill as much as possible. WalletHub used recent data from the US Census Bureau and Council for Community and Economic Research to assess the cost of a variety of...

Best US Suburbs to Buy a House
10 Best US Suburbs
to Buy a House
Feb 15, 2025 2:45 PM CST

10 Best US Suburbs to Buy a House

Larkin Charter Township in Michigan takes top honors in new ranking

(Newser) - For those who embrace life in the 'burbs, or aspire to do so, Niche is out with a new ranking of the best suburbs in America in which to buy a house. Factors include cost of living, public school rankings, crime, walkability, family friendliness, and housing supply. The top...

The Best States for Families
The Best States for Families
Feb 15, 2025 9:03 AM CST

The Best States for Families

Massachusetts tops WalletHub's list; New Mexico comes in last

(Newser) - Looking to start or expand your family? You've likely got a checklist in mind on schools, cost of living, recreation, and the like—and so does WalletHub , which looked at all 50 states across more than four dozen metrics in five main categories: family fun, health and safety, education...

Only One US City Makes Top 10 List for Romance

Mumbai is No. 1 in Time Out 's ranking of best cities globally for love; New Orleans is No. 7

(Newser) - Dating is never a universal experience, but one thing all of those in the "singles" column can agree on: No one wants to be looking for love in all the wrong places. That's why Time Out figured out which cities worldwide are the most lovey-dovey, surveying thousands of...

Jersey City a Surprise No. 2 in Cities for Proposals

Ranking is out for Valentine's Day

(Newser) - Valentine's Day is nearly upon us, and Cloudwards has ranked the 100 largest cities in the US on their desirability as a place to propose. It may not be a shock to hear that New York City is No. 1, given its choice of iconic proposal locations, but Jersey...

States Where $1M in Savings Won't Last Long for Retirees

Hawaii fares the worst, while West Virginia is best

(Newser) - Is having $1 million in savings enough to retire? A lot depends on where you live, according to an analysis by GoBankingRates . By its reckoning, a stash of that size wouldn't last very long in Hawaii, for example, but it would go a long way in West Virginia. The...

Football on Your Mind? These Cities Know the Feeling
10 Best Cities
for Football Fans
Feb 8, 2025 2:45 PM CST

10 Best Cities for Football Fans

It's all about the pigskin in Pittsburgh, according to WalletHub

(Newser) - It's Super Bowl time again, and the Philadelphia Eagles are set to take on the Kansas City Chiefs in the big game for the second time in three years. When it comes to the fans, however, only devotees from KC make it to WalletHub's top 10 list for...

The 10 Best Cities for Pets
The 10 Best Cities for Pets
Feb 2, 2025 12:15 PM CST

The 10 Best Cities for Pets

Scottsdale, Arizona, is the cat's pajamas, according to WalletHub

(Newser) - Navigating city life with a pet doesn't have to be difficult, especially if you live in Scottsdale, Arizona, which Quartz reports is America's most pet-friendly town. WalletHub took a look at urban pet dwelling across 100 cities, utilizing criteria including cost of veterinary care costs, number of animal...

Cities That Have the Highest Property Crime Rates

Memphis claims dubious honor of having the highest in US, per Surveillance Video

(Newser) - Home is where the heart is—and where most of your stuff is. That's why it can feel so violating when burglars, arsonists, and vandals take aim at your abode. Equipment firm Surveillance Video looked at 45 of the most populated cities in the US to see which ones...

Best States for Drivers
Best States for Drivers
Jan 26, 2025 12:00 PM CST

Best States for Drivers

Hawaii ranks last on WalletHub's list; Kansas is handing out the fahrvergnügen

(Newser) - Your commute can make or break you before it's even 9am, as can a five-minute drive to the grocery store that turns into 30 due to traffic. WalletHub wanted to find where it's not so onerous to get behind the wheel, so it looked at driving conditions in...

The 10 Brands That Are the World's Most Valuable

Quartz lists the brands that are raking it in across the globe

(Newser) - American companies top the list of the world's most valuable brands, Quartz reports in a look at a new report from Brand Finance that digs into how global brands rank in terms of revenue, growth, and overall strength, among other factors. With a brand value of $574.5 billion,...

The Best-Performing Cities in America

North Carolina's capital Raleigh tops Milken Institute's rankings for 2025

(Newser) - For more than 25 years, the Milken Institute has looked at which cities across America do the best job at leveraging the resources they have to spur economic growth and get their residents on the fast track to success. Using the latest data from 2023, the nonprofit think tank puts...

10 'Most Livable' Cities in the US
10 'Most Livable'
Cities in the US
Jan 19, 2025 2:35 PM CST

10 'Most Livable' Cities in the US

Portland, Maine, comes in at No. 1 in new ranking

(Newser) - The city of Portland, Maine, has scored some bragging rights in a new ranking of the nation's "most livable" cities. Rent Cafe looked at a number of metrics for metro areas with at least 300,000 people and found that Portland has a nice mix of "urban...

These Are the Least Reliable New Cars
These Are the Least
Reliable New Cars
Jan 19, 2025 11:11 AM CST

These Are the Least Reliable New Cars

Quartz reviews which cars people report cause the most trouble

(Newser) - Purchasing a new car is exciting, but comes with some degree of risk. Once a new model begins racking up miles, you may discover not all its quirks have been worked out. Quartz has the scoop on the 10 cars that have been driving people the most crazy, based on...

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