America

On this day reserved for those who fought for our freedom here in America, we pause and reflect on those Veterans who served so bravely and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. We, the nation, say a heartfelt, "Thank you."

If you want to look good this summer, there are some places where the people may inspire you more than others.

Do you need to be cheered up? There's one place in the US that can turn that frown upside down faster than any other.

Ever wonder just how efficient your state government is? It can be tough to figure, as there really aren't too many tools out there that provide up-to-the-minute report cards on our local leaders.

Numbers and charts are usually boring things reserved for sales meetings and discussions about market influence and other corporate blah blah blah. But, today? Today the numbers and charts show that here in America, we are blessed with the cheapest beer on the planet. Cue the patriotic background music.

The charm of American small towns comes in many forms, and these quaint, less traveled locations are responsible for contributing some tried-and-true slices of real Americana. Because of that, they are some of the coolest places to visit in the country. But where exactly are these places?

The open road offers up a lot of possibilities. You’ve got adventure, new and strange destinations, gorgeous scenery, and the opportunity to escape the humdrums of your normal life, plus all of the interesting characters you’ll meet along the way. All you have to do is decide on a route, get into the car and drive.

Driving a car is always risky, but if you want to stay safe, you may want to avoid the nation’s capital.

Big city living isn’t for everyone — the noise, crowds and crime are a lot to deal with. So if you’ve got your heart set on something a bit less chaotic, you may want to check out this year’s list of America’s best small cities.

The US has some beautiful places, but if you want to root yourself in the world’s most livable city, you’ll need to head Down Under because Melbourne, Australia has again been ranked at the top of the list.

There never seems to be a more crowded place to hang out in the summertime heat than the beach.

How much do you know about oral hygiene? Odds are, not much. After 1,500 people took the American Dental Association’s first oral health quiz, their overall grade was a dismal ‘D.’