Nobel Prize history from the year you were born
Stacker looked at facts and events related to the Nobel Prizes each year from 1931 to 2021, drawing from the Nobel Committee’s recollections and…
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A timeline of notable government bailout and relief programs in US history
The US government has a history of bailing out institutions and individuals in extraordinary times. Sound Dollar looks at the historical record to…
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How ‘monkeypox’ and other disease names have caused controversy
Stacker investigated how “monkeypox” and other disease names have caused controversy, using a collection of news, scientific, and government sources.…
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Is your neighborhood at risk of sinkhole damage? You might be surprised …
Stacker investigated some of the primary risk factors for sinkholes and where those factors may be present using information from the U.S. Geological…
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Rates of women voter registrations are surging—particularly where reproductive rights are threatened
Stacker analyzed TargetSmart data to see how women’s voter registrations have changed since the Dobbs decision. State rankings for legislation…
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Former jobs of the governor of every state
Stacker analyzed the former roles of every current governor in…
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These are the groups behind some of the biggest cybercrimes
Using sources including the U.S. government and the Council on Foreign Relations, Twingate has compiled a list of eight notorious hacking groups…
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Comprehensive sex education matters. Here’s what the data shows
Stacker cited data from SIECUS, the Guttmacher Institute, the U.S. Census Bureau, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to visualize how…
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Could you pass the U.S. citizenship test?
There are 100 questions on the civics section of the U.S. citizenship test. Applicants are asked ten of those questions orally and must answer at…
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Former world leaders who were prosecuted after leaving office
Stacker referenced news coverage and legal documents to compile a list of former leaders who were prosecuted after leaving office. Read on to learn…
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The history of voting in the United States
Stacker examined how voting rights have evolved in America, how much has been accomplished, and how much remains to be…
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States with the lowest voter turnout last midterm cycle
Stacker examined U.S. Census data to find which states had the lowest voter turnout in the 2018 midterm…
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What makes people vote? What data and experts say
As part of a project called Democracy Day, Stacker conducted research and spoke with experts to better understand why people vote. Â …
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Nearly half of fatal car accidents in 2020 happened at night—understanding the factors at play
Why do more car crashes happen at night? Staver Accident Injury Lawyers used data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to examine…
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How veterans’ employment compares to the rest of the population
Stacker cited data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to visualize how veterans’ employment compares to the rest of the…
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Your guide to the Bill of Rights and other constitutional amendments
Stacker compiled a look at all 27 amendments to America’s governing document, the…
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A state-by-state breakdown of crashes involving large trucks
Which states had the most fatal accidents involving large trucks in 2020? Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger used data from the National Highway…
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Monkeypox vaccine in the US: What public health experts know so far—and what they don’t
Stacker compiled a list of frequently asked questions about the currently available monkeypox vaccine from governments, scientific sources, and…
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The 4 types of learners—and how to know which you are
Not everyone learns the same. The VARK model identifies four types of learners: visual, auditory, read and write, and kinesthetic. Citing the VARK…
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What steps some states have taken to provide reparations for Black Americans
Stacker explored the steps some states are taking to make amends for racial injustices and inequality against Black Americans.…
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How student loan debt has increased over time
To illustrate how student loan debt has grown compared to other forms of debt, Experian analyzed data collected from student loan holders nationwide…
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10 states most at risk for malware attacks
Using SonicWall data, Beyond Identity highlights the 10 states with the most attempted malware…
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Reports of hate crimes are rising—here are how protections vary by state
Stacker has collected information to help readers understand the varying hate crime laws across the U.S.…
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If your password is in this list, you’re an easy hacking target
Do you use the same password for all your online accounts? Change it now—but not before you see these easy-to-guess passwords to avoid using, based…
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States with the most venture capital investments into woman-led startups
Propel(x) ranked the top 15 states with the most venture capital investments in women-founded/co-founded startups using data from…
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Military medals and what they mean
Many medals are issued by the U.S. government to members of the Armed Forces. But what do the medals mean, how are they earned, and where do they…
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The 3,000-year history of toll roads
RateGenius compiled this history of U.S. tolling—beginning with its roots abroad and in ancient history—tapping into research from the Federal…
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105 years of military history
Stacker looks back on more than a century of military movements, withdrawals, battles, and treaties, using data from the Defense Manpower Data…
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What the ban on surprise medical bills means for you
Sidecar Health compiled a list of facts about surprise medical bills, and what the No Surprises Act—which took effect Jan. 1—will do to combat…
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How far people commute in 20 counties
How far do Americans travel in counties across the country? RateGenius takes a look at data from the U.S. Census to find…
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US colleges and universities with the biggest endowments
Canva US colleges and universities with the biggest endowments University of Texas (UT) Austin campus at sunset Canva #10. University of Michigan The…
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These cities had the worst traffic last year
Sitting in traffic can be an intensely frustrating experience, and some cities are worse than others. Using data from the 2021 Global Traffic…
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10 leaders from the past century who fought for workplace inclusion
Using research from across the internet, Kazoo compiled a list of 10 leaders from the past century who fought for workplace…
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25 pictures of abandoned military installations and their stories
Stacker takes a look at 25Â pictures of abandoned military installations and their…
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Can prison gardens help address the problem with mass incarceration?
Stacker consulted academic research, program reports, and government data to find out what the U.S. prison population looks like today and how…
Continue Reading5 of the biggest perceived problems that small-business owners face
Simply Business outlines major problems small-business owners face based on years of research by…
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Here are the most common times for fatal car accidents
Staver Injury Law Firm collected data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2020 Fatality Analysis Reporting System to find out…
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Which states rely the most on motorist taxes to pay for road repairs?
Jerry used government data to examine how fuel taxes, licensing fees, and road tolls are used to fund highway repairs. Find out how your state ranks…
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A history of Puerto Rico’s relationship with the US
Stacker compiled a list of key events that help explain Puerto Rico’s relationship with the United States using news and government reports as well…
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How the idea of privacy has changed in the US
Stacker investigated the way the idea of privacy has changed in the U.S. during the last two decades using a variety of news and government…
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Metros with the fastest-growing property taxes in America
Many homeowners across the country have seen a rise in property taxes. An analysis from Agent Advice shows which cities saw the sharpest rise in…
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A look at state Supreme Court elections
Paul Brady Photography // Shutterstock A look at state Supreme Court elections Gavel sculpture in the courtyard of the Ohio Judicial Center Kit Leong…
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5 noteworthy startup-led trends of the 21st century that transformed industries
Propel(x) curated a list of five 21st-century technologies spearheaded by startups that transformed industries, primarily looking at the deep tech…
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Most prolific stock traders in the Senate so far in 2022
Stacker examined Senate stock disclosure data to reveal the 21 United States Senators who have reported trades above $1,000 so far in…
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From strikes to labor laws: How the US adopted the 5-day workweek
Firmspace delved into the history of the five-day workweek and current trends of reduced…
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What to know about buy now, pay later programs
More than half of Americans are using buy now, pay later services. Giving Assistant compiled a list of five things every first-time buy now, pay…
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5 casino companies that rake in more than $1B per year
OLBG collected revenue data for the largest casino companies in the U.S. to compile this list of casino companies that make over $1 billion…
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What is the ‘pink tax’ and how is it impacting women?
Stacker delved into the history of the pink tax and how it’s affecting…
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Fastest growing e-commerce sectors for 2025
During the COVID-19 pandemic, online shopping surged in popularity—will the trend change American buying habits? Wicked Reports analyzed…
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10 challenges facing teachers during COVID-19
Study.com analyzed COVID-19-pandemic-related issues that teachers have been up…
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Data breaches are more costly for these 10 industries
Beyond Identity collected data from the IBM Security’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2021 to identify 10 industries where data breaches are the most…
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What to know about carbon-neutral shipping
Giving Assistant outlined five key elements of how carbon-neutral shipping works, from recyclable materials to carbon…
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D.C., Southern states see highest rate of late auto payments
Experian analyzed Q3 2021 auto delinquency data to rank the states and Washington, D.C., with the highest percentage of late payments. …
Continue ReadingState violence against protesting civilians: A global comparison
Stacker compiled data from the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project to see which governments have had the most violent reactions to…
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How sex education is (and isn’t) being taught in every state
Stacker investigated the requirements for teaching sex education in each of the 50 states and Washington D.C. using data from the Guttmacher…
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Amelia Earhart: The life story you may not know
Using biographies, magazine accounts, museum records, and more, Stacker compiled a list of 25 facts about Amelia Earhart’s life…
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What the Roe v. Wade reversal means for abortion access across America
Stacker cited data from the Guttmacher Institute to look at what overturning Roe v. Wade means for abortion access across the…
Continue ReadingHow educational games have evolved over time
Best Universities compiled a list of how different kinds of digital games for teaching students have evolved over time, from The Oregon Trail to the…
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How college admissions have changed over the past 75 years
AdmissionSight reviewed historical milestones and education statistics to determine how college admissions have changed over the last 75…
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Employment outlook for airline industry occupations
Bounce analyzed what employment in the airline industry could look like in the coming years, while touching on the lingering impact of the COVID-19…
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States with the highest auto loan balances
Sound Dollar compiled statistics from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York to see which states have the highest auto debt…
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Top 10 most common occupations for workers with a business degree
Santa Clara University rounded up 10 of the most popular occupations for people with a bachelor’s business degree, including sales, finance, and…
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A timeline of WWI, the first global conflict
Stacker compiled a comprehensive timeline of the primary events of World War I, modern history’s first global conflict, using a series of…
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History of telemedicine in America
Rex MD compiled a list of medical and technological advancements in history that contributed to the state of telemedicine…
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How mortgage rates have changed since 1972
Extra Space Storage has compiled a list of mortgage rates tracking how much they’ve changed over the decades, going all the way back to…
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Found it cheaper elsewhere? Here are 5 risks when buying from third-party sellers online
Wicked Reports compiled a list of potential risks when buying from third-party sellers online, using insights from new reports and expert…
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Most popular flights out of 20 major airports
Luggage storage app Bounce examined flight data from the Department of Transportation to find the most popular destinations from major U.S.…
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How $274 billion in federal emergency aid funded educational programs across the country
Utilizing data from the U.S. Department of Education, HeyTutor analyzed how federal educational relief funds were distributed during the…
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Cybercriminals are impersonating your boss—here’s how to tell
Twingate identifies phishing scam messages that claim to be from your coworkers or boss. Read on for anti-phishing security…
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Smart devices that could improve the lives of people with disabilities
IoT Secure lists 10 ways that smart devices can improve the quality of life for disabled people in their…
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5 stats on how remote work affects inequality in the workplace
Amid the rise of remote work becoming a key part of American work culture, Firmspace scoured numerous studies to find key statistics highlighting…
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10 cars with 250,000-mile lifespans
CoPilot analyzed data to find which types of cars can reach 250,000 miles or more before needing to be…
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10 resources to help launch your small business
Simply Business assembled a list of resources that may give a hand to those starting their own…
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The history and significance of Juneteenth
Stacker explored the history and significance of Juneteenth by examining historical documentation, the lasting importance of this historic day, and…
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5 common causes of fatal pedestrian accidents—and how to protect yourself
The Patel Firm takes a look at the most common causes of fatality for pedestrians, and what walkers and drivers alike can do to protect…
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How NATO has grown since 1997 and its changing relationship with Russia
Stacker compiled the history of NATO membership changes since 1997, and how Russia reacted to the events of the…
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How many LGBT people have children in every state
Citing LGBT demographic data from the Williams Institute based on Gallup surveys conducted between 2015-2017, Stacker looked at LGBT family…
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The second Jan. 6 hearing by the numbers
The second hearing by the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol took place on the morning of June 13, focusing…
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The first Jan. 6 hearing by the numbers
The Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol is presenting the findings of its year-long investigation in a series…
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A history of US military ships—from the Revolutionary War to today
Stacker explored the most important, most advanced, and most successful ships in the long and storied history of the United States Navy, using U.S.…
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Since COVID-19, 21% of American adults live with a mental health disorder—how it varies by age
Sidecar Health looked at how the prevalence of mental health disorders in the U.S. breaks down by age and the factors that contribute to it,…
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10 traits you may not know can be tied to genetics
Top10.com scoured scientific literature to find out which traits may be at least partly determined by genetics—and the findings were…
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How gas prices have changed in every state in 2022
Route-planning app Routific examined AAA data to see how gas prices have changed across the country over the past…
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Abortion in America: How access and attitudes have changed through the centuries
Stacker consulted historical records, scholarly research, court documents, medical journals, news reports, and Guttmacher Institute data to trace the…
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States that issue the most speeding tickets
You’re doing the speed limit on the highway, and cars are flying past you. Do these drivers ever get pulled over for speeding? RateGenius compiled…
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History of online security, from CAPTCHA to multifactor authentication
Beyond Identity covers the history of cybersecurity, from the first antivirus program to the rise of two-factor…
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How your state is teaching kids financial literacy
Citing data from the Council for Economic Education, GoHenry looked at six types of laws mandating personal finance education across the country and…
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Types of teachers who are more likely to work 40+ hours a week
Study.com compiled a list of the types of teachers who work more than 40 hours per…
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5 ways TikTok taps into online shopping—and more revenue—on its platform
TikTok has taken the world of e-commerce by storm and is enabling brands to thrive. Wicked Reports explores how the social media platform is…
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6 essential recruiting tips for small businesses
The current job market is seeing businesses compete over great talent. To help small businesses land the right recruits, Simply Business compiled…
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How businesses are accelerating the growth of internet-connected smart devices
Using consumer data and forecasts, IoT Secure has gathered five ways businesses will increase spending on connected…
Continue ReadingHistory of diversity and inclusion policies in the workplace
Kazoo compiled a history of diversity, equity, and inclusion policies in the American workplace, compiling information from government websites (such…
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What data shows about traffic fatalities in 2020
Staver Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C. examined data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2020 Fatality Analysis Reporting…
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What declining college enrollment means for the future of higher education
Declining college enrollment trends affect higher education for years to come. See how these trends will influence academics and merit aid with…
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Most affordable online colleges
Best Universities researched affordable online degree programs that are as rigorous and high-quality as traditional…
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The 25 schools that have produced the most Fulbright students over the past decade
AdmissionSight identified the 25 colleges and universities that have produced the most Fulbright students using data from the Bureau of Educational…
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Inside the chaotic, highly lucrative world of influencer marketing today
Planoly compiled a guide to navigating the quickly evolving industry of influencer marketing on social…
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The richest royals in the world
Stacker took a look at the world’s richest royals and ranked the top 25 by net worth, according to Celebrity Net…
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States with the highest student loan delinquency rates
Sound Dollar ranked the states with the highest percentage of student loan delinquencies using 2021 data from FRBNY Consumer Credit…
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Neighborhoods in 20 metros with the most expensive home sales
Real estate platform ZeroDown analyzed its data on home listings across metropolitan areas in the United States to determine the most expensive…
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