Alvin Ward

Half the Country Lives in These Counties

There are over 3,000 counties in the United States, but half the people live in these 146.... READ ON

These Companies Own All the Food Brands

These 10 mega-companies own much of what you'll find in your local supermarket.... READ ON

The Biggest Party School in Each State

Is your alma mater on here?... READ ON

The Signature Food of Each State

Let the arguments begin!... READ ON

Fireworks Filmed With a Drone

Stunning footage.... READ ON

What Lightning Looks Like From Space

Enjoy the show, courtesy of Astronaut Reid Wiseman.... READ ON

What Happens When You Crack an Egg Underwater?

The fish love it.... READ ON

Rise in the U.S. Obesity Rate Since 1985

Watch the obesity epidemic unfold, state by state.... READ ON

The Largest Company by Revenue in Each State

The Afternoon Map is a semi-regular feature in which we post maps and infographics. In the afternoon. Semi-regularly.... READ ON

The Second-Largest Religion in Each State

Using data from the Association of Statisticians of American Religious Bodies to pinpoint the #2 religions across the country.... READ ON

Road Signs of Alaska

If you'd like to see a little more creativity in road signage, head to Alaska.... READ ON

The Largest Religious Group in Each County

Using data from the Association of Statisticians of American Religious Bodies.... READ ON

The Most Common Cause of Death in Each State Besides Heart Disease and Cancer

Using statistics to figure out how you're likely to die.... READ ON

The Most Expensive College in Each State

If your alma mater is on the map, here's hoping they were generous with scholarships.... READ ON

Americans Who Believe "Most People Can Be Trusted"

(1972 to present)... READ ON

More People Live Inside This Circle Than Outside It

The Largest Immigrant Population in Each State

1910 vs. 2010... READ ON

Countries That Haven't Adopted the Metric System

"At this time, only three countries have not adopted the the metric system as their official system of weights and measures."... READ ON

What's in Your Favorite Holiday Drinks?

The results may put a damper on your morning sugar rush.... READ ON

The Most Popular TV Show Set in Each State

Did they get your state right?... READ ON

Why Is That Country So ________?

The other day we featured a map showing Google autocomplete results for the phrase "why is [state] so..." Thanks to computer scientist Randy Olson, we've got a European version.... READ ON

31 Bizarre Medical Conditions That Sound Made Up

Here's one for the hypochondriacs!... READ ON

11 Crunchy Facts About Fritos

11 Delicious Facts About Reese’s

15 Sweet Facts About Kool-Aid

11 Things You Might Not Know About Dr Pepper

11 Energizing Facts About Mountain Dew

10 Snappy Facts About Slim Jim

11 Surviving Drive-In Theaters You Can Visit This Summer

You can still find an iconic drive-in if you know where to look.... READ ON

11 More Hidden Messages in Company Logos

As we've mentioned before, some logos like to sneak in some hidden symbols and meanings. Some might have been staring at you right in the face without you noticing.... READ ON

8 Regional Ice Cream Flavors To Try This Summer

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