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local3 days ago•7 min saved

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

economy13 days ago•113 min saved

New MA survey reveals stark racial wealth gaps

A new statewide survey confirms deep racial wealth disparities in Massachusetts, echoing an earlier Boston Fed finding that Black residents have dramatically lower median net worth than white residents, highlighting persistent inequality across the state.

via The Boston Globe|

#economics #economy #massachusetts

technology18 days ago•380 min saved

AI Goes Mainstream at Work, Half of Employees Use It

A poll of roughly 1,100 employed U.S. adults finds that nearly half use AI at work, with more than 20% using it daily for tasks that used to be done by colleagues, signaling growing integration of AI into everyday workflows.

via NBC News|

#artificial-intelligence #employees #productivity

lifestyle24 days ago•7 min saved

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

business1 month ago•8 min saved

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

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

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

food1 month ago•5 min saved

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

business1 month ago•2 min saved

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

health1 month ago•16 min saved

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

world2 months ago•10 min saved

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

business2 months ago•5 min saved

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

health2 months ago•13 min saved

U.S. smoking rate slides to ~9% as cigarette use continues to fall

A government survey finds cigarette smoking among U.S. adults has declined to about 9% (roughly 1 in 11), continuing a long-term downward trend even as millions still smoke, with disparities by age and income and ongoing public health efforts to encourage quitting.

via AP News|

#cigarettes #health #public-health

sports3 months ago•11 min saved

GMs Project 2026 WNBA Champion as Las Vegas Eyes Repeat

Fifteen WNBA general managers answered 42 questions on the league’s top players, teams, coaches, and offseason moves; Las Vegas is favored to win the 2026 Finals, A’ja Wilson is the MVP frontrunner, Olivia Miles is the likely Rookie of the Year, and Dallas and Atlanta are highlighted for their big offseason improvements, with extensive discussion on player rankings, defenses, and coaching.

via SB Nation|

#2026-season #basketball #mvp

food-news4 months ago•189 min saved

Five Guys Tops YouGov’s 2026 Burger Rankings, Despite Higher Price

A YouGov 2026 U.S. restaurant ranking names Five Guys as America’s best fast-food burger, with 15.5% of respondents selecting it first—narrowly ahead of Burger King (15.0%) and In-N-Out (12.1%). Five Guys is also noted as among the most expensive fast-food burgers (about $12.99) and has appeared on lists labeling it unhealthy, while the same survey shows Taco Bell leading tacos, Chick-fil-A for chicken, and McDonald’s for fries.

via Delish|

#burgers #fast-food #five-guys

technology4 months ago•10 min saved

iPhone Loyalty Reaches 96% as Android Users More Likely to Switch

SellCell’s U.S. smartphone survey finds iPhone loyalty at 96.4% (3.6% would switch) and Android loyalty at 86.4% (13.6% would switch). Of iPhone switchers, 69.7% would choose Samsung and 20.2% Google. Reasons for sticking include preferring Apple and the ecosystem; about half of those considering switching cite price or value, while 22.5% say other brands have better tech. iPhone users have a longer tenure (83.8% over five years) than Android users (33.8%). The study surveyed 5,000 respondents with roughly equal iPhone/Android representation.

via MacRumors|

#android #iphone #loyalty