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Did you hear? Majorities of Americans think gossiping is bad for society, harmful, and mean-spirited
A YouGov survey found that majorities of Americans think gossip is bad for society, harmful, and mean-spirited. But at least one-fifth of adults really enjoy gossip.
22 days ago - Article
Here's where Americans worry about natural disasters
Nearly three in four Americans say they live in an area where hurricanes, tornadoes, or earthquakes are major or minor problems. 26% say they live in an area where one of the three are major problems.
about 2 months ago - Article
Should U.S. transit systems designate women-only cars?
43% of Americans — including 38% of men and 48% of women — support trains and subway systems reserving a car for women only.
2 months ago - Article
What’s up with Gen Z’s socks?
Although ankle socks are a popular choice across all age groups, the youngest and oldest American adults are much more likely to favor taller sock styles.
2 months ago - Article
Who answers the door anymore?
If someone knocks at the door when they aren’t expecting any visitors, 5% of Americans say excitement best describes their reaction. 34% say it's curiosity while 25% are annoyed.
3 months ago - Article
It’s bug season: Butterflies are the most popular insect of summer 2024
Americans are not particularly excited about a seasonal influx of insects: 49% say they feel very or somewhat negative about encountering insects or bugs outdoors while only 13% feel positively.
3 months ago - Article
How often do Americans eat leafy greens, and which ones do they think are the best?
Twice as many Americans prefer spinach rather than kale for nutrition, and spinach beats kale for taste in a rout.
3 months ago - Article
Ahead of July Fourth, here’s what Americans think about fireworks, democracy, and the American Dream
Americans are more satisfied with how democracy is working now than they were a year ago, but dissatisfaction is still much higher than it was in 1997.
3 months ago - Article
Nearly all parents with adult children have saved childhood photos or art
Hardly any parents of adult children say they wish they kept less (6%) of their children’s memorabilia. 35% say they wish they had kept more from their children’s childhood.
4 months ago - Article
The most common pests Americans spot in their homes
Flies, spiders, and ants top the list of pests that Americans are most likely to notice in their homes.
4 months ago - Article
Most American men own at least one suit, but 28% never wear one
44% of Americans never wear a suit, more have negative than positive feelings about wearing suits, and 45% say they wear suits less frequently now than they did 10 years ago.
4 months ago - Article
Awareness of Juneteenth has risen since 2022
Black Americans are particularly likely to say they know a lot about the holiday and to say they plan to celebrate it. They’re also more likely to support the inclusion of Juneteenth in history curricula.
4 months ago - Article
In-flight drama: Where Americans sit on airline etiquette
At least 80% Americans agree that it's unacceptable for airline passengers to let their children play in the aisle, to get drunk, to leave their seat during turbulence, and to watch a movie or show without headphones
4 months ago - Article
Unpacking guest behavior: What do Americans think is acceptable at hotels?
Among the most unacceptable hotel guest behaviors — out of 25 asked about — are taking home things from the room, including decorative items, coat hangers, towels, and bibles.
4 months ago - Article
Pride and heritage months: How much do Americans know about them?
65% of Americans correctly identify February as Black History Month, while for each of the nine other months asked about on the poll, at least 47% are not sure when it falls on the calendar.
5 months ago - Article
Most Americans expect a neutral or positive response to a man in U.S. pro sports coming out as gay
Among people who describe themselves as very or somewhat interested in men’s sports, the proportions who believe a man in pro sports coming out would be received positively by that player’s teammates and by fans of that player’s team are higher than among Americans overall.
5 months ago - Article
Minding their manners: Do Americans follow traditional dining etiquette?
The most universally observed etiquette rule among those asked about is chewing with one's mouth closed: 89% of Americans always or usually follow this practice.
5 months ago - Article
How have mothers and fathers contributed to Americans' upbringing?
Americans raised in families with a mother and a father are more likely to say they were closer to their mother (38%) growing up than to their father (16%).
5 months ago - Article
The unwritten rules of eating out: What Americans think about restaurant etiquette
Some of the most divisive customer behaviors are asking to taste a bottle of wine before purchasing it, asking for multiple modifications to a menu item, and leaving no tip after receiving bad service.
6 months ago - Article
Two-thirds of Americans who made resolutions for 2024 say they have stuck to them so far
Among the people who made New Year’s resolutions or set a goal for 2024, most are still sticking to them — even though Americans overall doubt that people who made the resolutions have stuck to them.
7 months ago