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CDC: Fatigue affects the majority of U.S. adults, three-month snapshot
health23 days ago

CDC: Fatigue affects the majority of U.S. adults, three-month snapshot

A CDC/NCHS analysis of the 2024 National Health Interview Survey found that 71.5% of U.S. adults felt fatigued on at least some days over a three-month period, with 16.6% experiencing frequent exhaustion. Fatigue is more common in women, younger adults (18–34), lower-income groups, rural residents, and in the South/Midwest, and is often tied to poor sleep quality and psychosocial stress. Many who are frequently fatigued report impairments in mood, mobility, memory, work, and social activities. Experts urge sleep hygiene, setting boundaries from work and devices, and medical evaluation to rule out underlying conditions.

via Fox News|
#cdc#fatigue#health
Physicists Split on Universe’s Biggest Questions, Survey Finds
science26 days ago

Physicists Split on Universe’s Biggest Questions, Survey Finds

The largest global survey of physicists reveals little consensus on core questions—from dark matter and black holes to unifying gravity with quantum mechanics and the standard ΛCDM model— with only two items reaching majority support: the Big Bang’s interpretation and cosmic inflation. Views on dark matter, gravity, and cosmology are highly divided, and DESI’s hint that dark energy may vary challenges the standard model. The authors frame this disagreement as opportunity for new data and theory, and an online dashboard lets readers explore the results.

via Science Daily|
#cosmology#dark-matter#physics
One Quarter of Americans Are Curious About the iPhone Ultra, But Few Are Willing to Pay
technology1 month ago

One Quarter of Americans Are Curious About the iPhone Ultra, But Few Are Willing to Pay

A CNET survey of 2,605 US adults finds 25% are interested in Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone Ultra, while 75% aren’t; interest is highest among Gen Z, with Millennials and Gen X following. However, the willingness to pay is far below the rumored price, averaging about $781 overall (Gen Z ~$919), suggesting the first-gen foldable will likely remain a niche product even if it launches around a $2,000 price tag.

via 9to5Mac|
#apple#folding-phone#iphone-ultra
AAA study finds 19% of Mass. drivers consider themselves frequent speeders
local1 month ago

AAA study finds 19% of Mass. drivers consider themselves frequent speeders

A AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study of about 16,500 drivers shows 19% of Massachusetts residents classify themselves as ‘frequent speeders,’ ranking 9th nationally (National average 15%). New Mexico leads at 29% and Kansas is lowest at 7%. The findings come as speeding factors contributed to roughly 30% of 2024 traffic fatalities nationwide, with Massachusetts recording over 6,400 crashes involving speed (66 of them fatal). AAA urges drivers to choose safe speeds appropriate for conditions rather than following others.

via Boston.com|
#aaa-foundation#local#massachusetts
Boomers Prefer Cashiers, Rally Against Self-Checkout in Modern Groceries
lifestyle2 months ago

Boomers Prefer Cashiers, Rally Against Self-Checkout in Modern Groceries

A Fox News Lifestyle piece notes that baby boomers (born 1946–1964) are frustrated by modern grocery stores, with a YouGov survey showing 62% of people 65+ prefer cashier checkout over self-checkout when lines are equal, and The Takeout listing 10 complaints—from tech-heavy shopping and understaffing to lack of baggers and reliance on digital coupons—reflecting a longing for traditional supermarkets.

via Fox News|
#baby-boomers#cashier-checkout#grocery-shopping
Brits Prefer £50k Now Over a 50/50 £1m Shot, YouGov Finds
business2 months ago

Brits Prefer £50k Now Over a 50/50 £1m Shot, YouGov Finds

A YouGov poll of about 4,600 UK adults found 73% would take £50,000 immediately instead of a 50/50 chance at £1,000,000; 21% choose the gamble and 6% were undecided. Women were more risk-averse (82% chose £50k) than men (63%), while younger adults (18–24) showed more willingness to take the risk. Experts attribute the bias to loss aversion and the fear of losing guaranteed cash. The piece also notes that while historically investing £50k could have reached £1m, past performance isn’t a guarantee for the future.

via BBC|
#business#finance#psychology
Economic gloom deepens as cost pressures bite and Trump faces backlash
politics2 months ago

Economic gloom deepens as cost pressures bite and Trump faces backlash

A CNBC All-America Economic Survey finds 61% of Americans are pessimistic about the current economy and outlook, with only 25% optimistic. Price pressures are prompting large shares to cut back on essentials and nonessentials, signaling a sour mood heading into the midterms. President Trump remains deeply underwater in approval, while Democrats hold a slim 4-point edge for Congress. The results highlight partisan divides on issues like food costs, housing, immigration, and the Iran conflict, underscoring a polarized electorate with little cross‑party movement.

via CNBC|
#economy#midterms#politics
Survey uncovers grilling sins, fears, and unwritten rules at the BBQ
food2 months ago

Survey uncovers grilling sins, fears, and unwritten rules at the BBQ

A 5,000-person survey finds the biggest grilling sins are touching someone else’s grill (32%), skipping meat rest (31%), and lifting the lid too often (30%), with many Americans intimidated by grilling and especially nervous about cooking chicken. Whole chicken tops the list as the riskiest and most difficult item to grill, prompting many to stick to safer foods. Unwritten rules include not touching another’s grill without permission, letting meat rest before serving, and not opening the lid unnecessarily. Despite fears, nearly half would grill more if given more opportunities.

via New York Post|
#barbecue#chicken#cooking-tips
Most Americans Back Public AI Wealth Fund Amid Tech Layoffs
business3 months ago

Most Americans Back Public AI Wealth Fund Amid Tech Layoffs

A Verasight poll shows 69% of Americans back forcing AI firms to transfer 50% of their stock to a public sovereign wealth fund, signaling demand for the AI gains to benefit broader society amid rising tech layoffs. The idea is tied to policy proposals like Bernie Sanders' AI Sovereign Wealth Fund Act and reflects concerns over job security and corporate profits. Experts warn the AI transition could cause temporary job losses, even as automation may create new roles, while sovereign wealth funds could fund AI infrastructure and take equity stakes but face tensions between financial returns and strategic national interests.

via CNBC|
#ai#business#layoffs
Poll Finds Americans Largely Unaware of Hot Dog Health Risks
health3 months ago

Poll Finds Americans Largely Unaware of Hot Dog Health Risks

A Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine–commissioned Morning Consult poll shows that while more than half of Americans eat hot dogs at least monthly, only 11% can name specific health risks. Processed meats are linked to higher risks of colorectal cancer and other cancers, as well as heart disease and possibly dementia; the World Health Organization classifies processed meat as a Group 1 carcinogen. Health experts urge moderation and note healthier alternatives, including plant-based hot dogs or homemade carrot-based “carrot dogs.”

via Gizmodo|
#cancer#health#heart-disease
Young adults bear the brunt of loneliness in global survey
world3 months ago

Young adults bear the brunt of loneliness in global survey

A Meta-Gallup Global State of Social Connections survey across 142 countries found about 24% of adults feel very or fairly lonely; the loneliest group is 19–29-year-olds at 27%, while those 65+ report 17% loneliness, reversing the stereotype that loneliness mainly affects the elderly. The data are self-reported, exclude China, and reflect a single time point, so they do not constitute a clinical diagnosis; longitudinal follow-up would reveal whether these patterns persist or change over time.

via Space Daily|
#gallup#loneliness#social-connections
CNBC Survey Finds Majority Doubt the American Dream Is Within Reach
business4 months ago

CNBC Survey Finds Majority Doubt the American Dream Is Within Reach

A CNBC-SurveyMonkey poll of 4,130 U.S. adults (May 6–11) shows 51% say the American Dream is out of reach for most, 45% say it’s achievable for some, and 6% say it’s unattainable for anyone. While respondents associate the dream with financial stability, homeownership, and happiness, rising living costs, housing prices, healthcare costs, and wages are major barriers amid a persistently high cost of living. The poll also highlights partisan and generational gaps: about 70% of Republicans see the dream as attainable versus 26% of Democrats, with Gen Z men and women differing on prerequisites like marriage, children, financial stability, and pursuing passions. Still, 44% say they’ve achieved the dream, and 55% of those who haven’t remain optimistic about future attainment.

via CNBC|
#american-dream#business#cost-of-living