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When Food Cravings Hit, These Are Favorite Picks: New Survey When Food Cravings Hit, These Are Favorite Picks: New Survey
When Food Cravings Hit, These Are Favorite Picks: New Survey A daily habit many Americans share is revealing new insight into when food cravings are hardest to ignore. A new survey is shedding light on when cravings tend to strike and how people respond when the urge for a favorite food hits. The Talker Research survey of 5,000 Americans, conducted for EveryPlate, found that cravings peak at 3:42 p.m., making late afternoon the most tempting time of day for many. On average, respondents said they experience two cravings a day, with 24 percent reporting they deal with them even more often. When cravings hit, most people don’t wait long to act. Fifty-…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Most Americans Won't Upgrade To New iPhone 17, Survey Finds: Here's Why Most Americans Won't Upgrade To New iPhone 17, Survey Finds: Here's Why
Most Americans Won't Upgrade To New iPhone 17, Survey Finds: Here's Why As Apple rolls out its new iPhone 17 lineup, nearly six in 10 Americans say they won't be upgrading because of President Donald Trump's tariffs and rising costs. WalletHub said that 59% of people in the US will skip buying a new phone in 2025 due to Trump's tariffs and inflation, according to a survey released on Tuesday, Sept. 9. The findings came on the same day Apple unveiled its new generation of devices, including the thinnest iPhone ever. Preordering for all iPhone 17 models began on Friday, Sept. 12, and the smartphones will be officially released on Friday, Sept. 19. "When day…

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by Chris Spiker
Real Estate
VA's Ugliest Public Buildings Ranked In New Survey: See Which Ones VA's Ugliest Public Buildings Ranked In New Survey: See Which Ones
VA's Ugliest Public Buildings Ranked In New Survey: See Which Ones A national survey has named the "ugliest" public buildings in the US, and several from the Northeast landed high on the list. The study, conducted by New Jersey realtor Rob Dekanski, focused on how residents view the design of civic buildings across the country. More than 3,000 people were surveyed in July, with results weighted by age, gender, and geography. Courthouses and city halls dominated the rankings, with 18 Northeast locations ranked. "Not every government building gets the same level of affection as a courthouse with columns or a historic city hall," Dekanski wrote in a blo…

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by Chris Spiker
Weather
Natural Disaster Americans Fear Most Revealed In New Survey As Weather Anxiety Grows Natural Disaster Americans Fear Most Revealed In New Survey As Weather Anxiety Grows
Natural Disaster Americans Fear Most Revealed In New Survey As Weather Anxiety Grows Americans may live with hurricanes on the coasts, blizzards in the North, and wildfires in the West.  But one natural disaster still rises above the rest as the nation’s most feared, a new survey finds. The poll of 2,500 adults, conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Master Lock, found that fears shift depending on the region, but a single threat came out on top nationwide.  The threat of a tornado (46 percent) is more terrifying than a tsunami (43 percent), earthquake (35 percent) or hurricane (33 percent), the survey said. Nearly half of respondents said this disaster scare…

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by Joe Lombardi
Real Estate
Fairfax County Town Ranks High On National List: Six-Figure Incomes, Low Crime Fairfax County Town Ranks High On National List: Six-Figure Incomes, Low Crime
Fairfax County Town Ranks High On National List: Six-Figure Incomes, Low Crime If you live in one of these towns, you’re not just doing well — you’re doing really well. Several communities in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia have been named among the safest and richest cities in America for 2025, according to new research from GOBankingRates. The ranking looked at the top 50 cities nationwide with sky-high household incomes, low crime, and enviable livability scores. Data came from the U.S. Census, Zillow home values, Sperling’s BestPlaces cost-of-living indexes, and FBI crime stats. Only towns with a livability index above 80 ma…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Lunch Break Secrets: Survey Uncovers Surprising Midday Habits Of US Workers Lunch Break Secrets: Survey Uncovers Surprising Midday Habits Of US Workers
Lunch Break Secrets: Survey Uncovers Surprising Midday Habits Of US Workers A new national survey shows how many times employed Americans are skipping lunch during the workweek. The poll of 2,000 workers, including 1,000 parents with school-aged children, found that 55 percent forgo eating on hectic days to stay productive.  Respondents also said they completely forget to eat lunch twice a week on average. Some need reminders to stop for a midday meal, with women more likely than men (63 percent vs. 48 percent) to rely on those prompts. While 63 percent of workers eat a full lunch most days, 37 percent opt for snacks or grazing instead. Some need remi…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
This State Eats More French Fries Than Anywhere Else In America—Guess Who’s Second? This State Eats More French Fries Than Anywhere Else In America—Guess Who’s Second?
This State Eats More French Fries Than Anywhere Else In America—Guess Who’s Second? Virginia is officially the fry capital of America. And Maryland’s not far behind. Ahead of National French Fry Day on Thursday, July 11, a new survey found that residents of the Commonwealth eat more fries than anyone else in the country — putting away an average of 21 pounds of French fries per person each year, according to a Talker Research study commissioned by McCain Foods. Right on Virginia’s heels?  Maryland, where the average adult chows down on about 20 pounds of fries per year — nearly a full pound and a half more than the national average. The poll, conducted between May 2…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
This Is Favorite Spot For Millennial Moms To Take A Break This Is Favorite Spot For Millennial Moms To Take A Break
This Is Favorite Spot For Millennial Moms To Take A Break Even if the car isn’t moving, it’s still going somewhere. For millennial moms, it’s become their top destination for squeezing in a quick snack. Whether behind the wheel or just parked and catching their breath, moms are increasingly turning their cars into personal pause buttons.  According to a new survey of 2,000 millennial mothers, more than half say the car is their go-to break zone, and the No. 1 place to sneak a snack when the day doesn’t slow down. The study, conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Sun-Maid Farmstand Reserve, reveals that 29 percent of millennial moms get f…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
These Are Toughest Jobs In America, New Survey Says These Are Toughest Jobs In America, New Survey Says
These Are Toughest Jobs In America, New Survey Says Construction, courage, and complex challenges are at the heart of what Americans define as the toughest jobs in the country, a new survey suggests. Commissioned by Bosch Power Tools and conducted by Talker Research, the poll asked 2,000 Americans — including 1,000 trade workers — what comes to mind when they think of difficult professions.  The results offer insight not only into which jobs are considered the most demanding, but also into what Americans value in a tough role. Descriptions of tough jobs ranged from “solving other people’s problems all day with little to no help” to “co…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
‘Are You Jewish?’ Text From Feds Blindsides Barnard College Staff: Reports ‘Are You Jewish?’ Text From Feds Blindsides Barnard College Staff: Reports
‘Are You Jewish?’ Text From Feds Blindsides Barnard College Staff: Reports Some Barnard College employees received questionable text messages this week—originally believed to be a hoax—that probed their connection to Judaism, according to multiple reports. This week, a questionnaire was reportedly sent to employees at the school that was largely disregarded until it was determined it was, in fact, from the federally-operated Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The message was sent without warning to employees' personal cellphones linking to a voluntary survey asking if they are Jewish or Israeli and whether they have been subjected to harassment o…

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by Zak Failla
News
Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study
Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study Easter traditions are taking a hit this year – especially in the Northeast – as rising prices push families to scale back holiday plans, according to a new survey. Nearly half of Americans plan to skip dyeing eggs in 2025 because of rising costs, WalletHub said in its annual Easter Survey released on Tuesday, April 15. The personal finance website surveyed 200 adults nationwide about their preparations for the important Christian holiday that falls on Sunday, April 20. WalletHub found that 47% of Americans are passing on dyed eggs in 2025. Nearly two in five said that President Donald Trump…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Most CEOs Expect Recession Within Six Months, Call Trump's Tariffs 'A Train Wreck': Survey Most CEOs Expect Recession Within Six Months, Call Trump's Tariffs 'A Train Wreck': Survey
Most CEOs Expect Recession Within Six Months, Call Trump's Tariffs 'A Train Wreck': Survey A majority of CEOs across the country are now bracing for a recession within six months as confidence in the US economy tumbles to its lowest level in years due to President Donald Trump's tariffs, according to a new survey. The industry group Chief Executive released the findings from a poll of 329 CEOs and business owners on Monday, Apr. 14. The survey showed growing alarm over Trump's escalating tariffs, which many fear will push the country into a downturn. According to the survey, 62% of CEOs expect a recession over the next six months – the highest level in recent years and up fr…

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by Chris Spiker
Lifestyle
Here Are Top TV Homes Americans Want To Live In: What's Your Favorite? Here Are Top TV Homes Americans Want To Live In: What's Your Favorite?
Here Are Top TV Homes Americans Want To Live In: What's Your Favorite? Would you trade your home for an iconic TV house? Nearly half of Americans say yes. For many, the homes seen on television aren’t just backdrops — they’re dream destinations.  A new survey of 2,000 Americans reveals that 48 percent would swap their current residence to live in their favorite TV home, with iconic properties from Full House, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and The Golden Girls topping the list. The survey was conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Travelbinger.com. Leading the pack is the Tanner family’s Victorian home from Full House. The San Francisco property — feat…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
These Are Top Signs You Need A Vacation, Survey Reveals These Are Top Signs You Need A Vacation, Survey Reveals
These Are Top Signs You Need A Vacation, Survey Reveals If your mind starts drifting to sandy beaches while you're still staring at your inbox, you're not alone. A new survey finds that nearly six in 10 Americans are mentally “out of office” before they even set their OOO message. And seven in 10 say they’re already in vacation mode three days before departure. The poll, conducted by Talker Research on behalf of CheapCaribbean, analyzed the habits and mindset of 2,000 American adults when it comes to preparing for a getaway — and the results suggest many are long overdue for some time off. Among those surveyed, 47 percent of employed respondent…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
TSA PreCheck May Not Save You Much Time But Could Help Your Sanity, New Survey Says TSA PreCheck May Not Save You Much Time But Could Help Your Sanity, New Survey Says
TSA PreCheck May Not Save You Much Time But Could Help Your Sanity, New Survey Says Despite its fast-lane promise, TSA PreCheck may not save flyers much time but does make the airport experience less stressful, a new survey said. TSA PreCheck members save just seven minutes in security lines on average, according to the survey released by travel website Upgraded Points on Tuesday, Mar. 25. The PreCheck respondents did report feeling far less stressed than other travelers. More than 1,500 people were polled earlier in March. The survey compared wait times, stress levels, and satisfaction among those with and without TSA PreCheck.  The program, which launched…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban: How The App Could Survive In The U.S. Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban: How The App Could Survive In The U.S.
Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban: How The App Could Survive In The U.S. The Supreme Court has upheld a new law that could ban TikTok in the U.S. unless its Chinese parent company divests from the very popular video-sharing social media app. The justices said the "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act" doesn't violate the First Amendment, according to the court's decision on Friday, Jan. 17. The ruling allows for TikTok to potentially be banned in the U.S. as early as Sunday, Jan. 19. TikTok, which has more than 170 million users in the U.S., has come under scrutiny over fears that ByteDance could allow the Chinese gov…

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by Chris Spiker
Lifestyle
These Maryland, Virginia Staples Rank Among America's Favorite Christmas Dishes: New Report These Maryland, Virginia Staples Rank Among America's Favorite Christmas Dishes: New Report
These Maryland, Virginia Staples Rank Among America's Favorite Christmas Dishes: New Report Some holiday staples most familiar to Virginia and Maryland residents are among the most popular Christmas foods in America, according to a newly released survey.  Fabuwood surveyed thousands of Americans in advance of the holiday season kicking into high gear, with Maryland's crab cakes and sweet potato pie making the list that was topped by New York cheesecake and prime rib out of Idaho. However, it was a dish out of Virginia that topped the list out of the DMV region, with Virginia's baked mac and cheese coming in at 7th overall and cracking the top 10. "This creamy and indulgent d…

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by Zak Failla
Traffic
These Are The 'Spookiest Streets' In Maryland, Virginia: New Survey These Are The 'Spookiest Streets' In Maryland, Virginia: New Survey
These Are The 'Spookiest Streets' In Maryland, Virginia: New Survey Just in time for Halloween, a new survey has been released, and the DMV region is home to some of the country's "spookiest streets."  A survey of 3,000 drivers conducted by Volkswagen determined which area roadways are ready for the holidays, headlined by Route 9 in Sleepy Hollow, a New York destination. Others at the top of the list include Old Ghost Road in Georgia, Superstition Mountains Apache Trail in Arizona, the Haunted Highway in Louisiana and Dead Man's Curve in Cleveland. In Maryland and Virginia, these (aptly named) streets made the list:  Route 666 in Chesapeake (14…

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by Zak Failla