A record 3,415 Americans ditch their passports
As both expats and financial institutions rush to understand the new law, some banks have chosen to kick out their Americans clients rather than comply. If a bank mistakenly fails…
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Opinions On Netanyahu’s Speech Split Along Party Lines
Americans think that it was a breach of protocol for House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to speak to Congress, but they still want…
The 10 Sexiest Places In The World Are Exactly Where You Think They Would Be
We already knew that the sexiest men in the world are from Australia, and the sexiest women in the world are from Brazil. And the best place to wander around…
A third of Americans use alternative medicine
Fish oil, probiotics, melatonin, deep breathing, chiropractors and yoga were among some of the alternatives Americans use to feel better. Sex: How much do you need for it to be…
Only 34 Percent Of Americans Believe Brian Williams Is Trustworthy: Poll
After a week of controversy around Brian Williams’ recount of an incident during the Iraq War, a significant fraction of Americans view him as untrustworthy, and think he should be…
20,000 Foreign Fighters Flock To Syria, Iraq
Foreign fighters are streaming into Syria and Iraq in unprecedented numbers to join the Islamic State or other extremist groups, including at least 3,400 from Western nations among 20,000 from…
Do Married Couples Masturbate? Men And Women Open Up
Despite the taboo that still surrounds masturbation, it’s safe to say most everyone you know does it. Data from the National Survey of Sexual Health and Behavior found 78 percent…
A Huge Number Of Americans Think Brian Williams Should Resign: Poll
The controversy surrounding Brian Williams has led the NBC News anchor to take a short leave of absence from his nightly program. But a new survey shows that many Americans…
5 American Cities You Should Visit In 2015
In 2014, Minneapolis, Kansas City and Richmond were the coolest place to be. But with a new year brings a new set of cities to add to your bucket list….
U.S. Men Make Stunning Leap in the Downhill in the Alpine Championships
BEAVER CREEK, Colo. — When the Alpine world ski championships were last on American soil, in 1999, no member of the United States team won a medal. With the championships…
U.S. Adds 257,000 Jobs In January; Unemployment Rate Rises To 5.7 Percent
The U.S. economy added 257,000 jobs in January, as the unemployment rate rose to 5.7 percent, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Friday. More from the AP: WASHINGTON (AP) —…
Muslim Mom To Woman Who Harassed Her On A Delta Flight: I Forgive You
A Muslim mom says she was harassed onboard a Delta Air Lines flight for wearing a hijab, and that Delta staff failed to come to her defense. Darlene Hider, 32,…
HUFFPOLLSTER: Why Americans Support Tax Hikes On The Wealthy
Voters in three key battlegrounds support tax hikes on the rich. The share of adults living in middle income households has narrowed. And Hillary Clinton’s support is greater now than…
Americans Are More Stressed Than Ever About Their Finances — And It’s Taking A Toll On Their Health
The economy may be improving, but finances are still a stressful burden on Americans — especially among young adults and parents, according to the American Psychological Association’s new Stress in…
Then-And-Now Photos Of 19 Couples Will Make You Believe In Lasting Love
Since 1990, the divorce rate for Americans 50 and older has doubled, even as the overall divorce rate has fallen. But despite the bleak statistics, successful longtime marriages aren’t entirely…
Obama’s misguided corporate tax giveaways
President Obama’s new budget includes a mixed bag of tax reforms, including progressive proposals to create a fairer income tax, as well as misguided corporate giveaways. On the individual side,…
HUFFPOLLSTER: Vaccination Opinions Vary By Age
Polls find greater skepticism of mandatory vaccines among younger Americans. Clinton and Bush are running even in Florida. And Gallup is doing more online research, but the Gallup Daily will…
In The World Of Vietnamese Street Food, Pho As We Know It Only Scratches The Surface
Turning left at what we thought was a dead end in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, we hesitantly inched down Ngõ Trung Yên road, wide-eyed and excited, but with little idea of…
CDC: Flu Striking Older Americans At Highest Pace On Record
A flu outbreak that already has killed at least 61 children is simultaneously slamming older Americans at a record clip, federal officials said Friday. Read the whole story at TODAY.com
The Tech Diversity Story That’s Not Being Told
One of the most destructive tropes about Asian Americans is the pervasive myth of the “model minority”. Grounded in detestably anti-Black, anti-Latino stereotypes that pit one minority against another, the…
New Religion and Science Study Reveal ‘Post-Secular’ Rejection Of Evolution
the one in five Americans who no one seems to have noticed before in endless rounds of debates pitting science vs. religion. They’re more strongly religious than most “Traditionals” (43…
HUFFPOLLSTER: Economic Recovery Seen As Mostly Helping The Rich
Americans see the economy looking up, but mostly for the wealthy. Many think government action could help improve the middle class, but few expect Obama’s proposals to pass. And data…
Walker sees ‘gaps’ in 2016 field
He said he believes Americans are looking for “fresh leadership with big, bold ideas … leaders from outside of Washington who are willing to take on Washington and put the…
8 Reasons (Among Many) To Love ‘The Americans’
The second season of “The Americans” ended up on many 2014 Top 10 lists (including mine), and there’s no reason to believe Season 3 won’t be a contender for 2015…
It’s Washington Beer vs. Massachusetts Beer In The Super Bowl Of Taste Tests
Beer and the Super Bowl go together better than Bill Belichick and controversy. Americans reportedly drink 50 million cases of beer the day of the big game — which translates…
Most Americans Doubt They’ll Benefit From Either Party’s Economic Proposals
WASHINGTON — The economic vision President Barack Obama laid out in last Tuesday’s State of the Union has widespread appeal, as do many of his key policy proposals — but…
‘The Americans’ Returns to FX With Season 3
“The Americans” has a deep and discerning sense of irony, which is probably a prerequisite for a series about Soviet spies posing as suburban parents in Reagan-era America. Season 3…
9 Numbers That Explain How Americans View Sikhs
With more than 150 years of history in the United States, Sikh Americans are still highly misunderstood. Regularly subjected to discrimination and occasionally even the targets of hate crimes, Sikhs…
Here’s How Obamacare Is Going To Affect Your Taxes
Taxes are a pain. Health insurance is a pain. This year, Americans will suffer both when they file their income taxes. Ouch. The Affordable Care Act, aka Obamacare, inserted health…
Use The Whole Vegetable: Waste Less, Discover Recipes You Never Knew Existed
Food waste is a huge problem, and that’s an understatement. According to World Bank estimates, up to one third of the food produced worldwide is thrown away. The proportions get…