Halloween: Is your home haunted? [ Infographic]

The bedroom is the #1 place for spooky situations.

Whether it’s strange footsteps echoing in the hallway or an eerie presence friends and family notice with you, nearly 2 in 5 Americans say they have experienced unusual or unexplained occurrences at home.

As we approach Halloween…

Are you willing to purchase a house that is haunted? If yes, how much are you willing to pay for it?

Check out the full report on haunted encounters at home.

The bedroom is the #1 place for spooky situations.

Haunted Encounters at home infographic. More than 2 in 5 have experienced unexplained or unusual occurrences inside their home.

Methodology

In August 2023, we surveyed 1,017 Americans about their paranormal experiences. 49% were women, 49% were men, 1% were non-binary, and 1% would rather not say. Respondents ranged in age from 19 to 94 with an average age of 42. 

To determine the old homes in historically haunted cities Allstarhome.com used data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 

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Register for the Power of Pink Event — Let’s Beat Breast Cancer Together

It’s almost October and a great time to give back to the community. Here are ways you can support communities in need:

Making Moves to Beat Breast Cancer — October 12, 2023

Support Breast Care for Washington’s services of breast health education, screening and diagnostic mammograms, biopsies, and patient navigation services for treatment for anyone in the Washington DC Metro area who comes to Atlantic Street in Ward 8 or on the Mammovan, whether they’re insured, uninsured, or underinsured.

Last year The Power of Pink event raised more than $150,000 from sponsorships alone, with another $20,000 from ticket sales and the Silent Auction!

The Power of Pink.

Register for The Power of Pink

Your support as a sponsor of The Power of Pink is critical to the continued success of Breast Care for Washington’s mission to reduce breast cancer mortality in the Washington DC Metro area.

Join the fight as a sponsor:

Register for the Power of Pink

The event is October 12!

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New Study: American’s youth lost a record $210 million to Online Scams last year learn about Online Safety

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As kids return to school, a new study found America’s youth lost a record $210 million to online scams last year, up 2,500% since 2017.

Many adults were taught about “stranger danger” as kids and told never to get into a random van. In today’s technological world, online predators have even easier access to our children because scams that prey on young people’s insecurity and naiveté can lead to financial losses, physical harm and suicide.

“The rate at which young people are being scammed is alarming. As a father of two, I am passionate about keeping kids safe online and it is incumbent on parents to spend more time discussing online safety with their children.”

Social Catfish Co-Founder David McClellan

Social Catfish – a reverse search technology company – released a study on the State of Internet Scams 2023 using data from the FBI IC3 and FTC.

About Online Scams

Online Games and In-App Purchases Scam: Many online games and mobile apps offer in-game purchases. With one click, kids can make substantial unauthorized purchases and be tricked into sharing their parents’ credit card information because children may not fully understand spending real money in a virtual world. How to Avoid: Parents should enable parental controls to stop in-app purchases without their approval.

Romance Scams and Sextortion: Online predators target lonely teens on social media and begin ‘love bombing’ them. Teens with low self-esteem are more susceptible to falling in love. Scammers will ask for money or personal information to commit identity theft. They may ask to meet in real life which could lead to physical assault or may engage in ‘sextortion’ by requesting a sexy selfie and then threatening to release the photo if a ransom is not paid. How to Avoid: Perform a reverse image search to confirm the real identity of the person. Never send money or photos to anyone you do not know. 

Learn more about online scams, including key findings on the state of internet scams by reading State of Internet Scams 2023 from Social Catfish.

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Flavoring water recipes to hydrate deliciously this fall

Pumpkin Caramel Apple Water.Mix your Skinny Mixes Pumpkin Caramel Syrup and green apple flavor packet in water over ice to make this flavored water. Stir and enjoy!
Pumpkin Caramel Apple Water

There is no better way to get into the spirit fall than making fall waters. This is one of my favorite times of year to drink flavored water because it gets you ready to enjoy all kinds of fall drink recipes.

From the the traditional Pumpkin Spice, Pumpkin Caramel, and Pumpkin Pecan Waffle; to Peach, Candy Apple, and Maple Donut, this year’s fall flavors are spectacular.

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Americans want to play more Video Games based on Top Movies, TV shows, and Books

Welcome to Fall. This is a great time for Americans to enjoy playing video games and the cinematic experiences with friends and family.

A new study reveals insights on the growing interest and engagement among gamers. The study, conducted by Solitaired, found over half (51%) of gamers say they’d play video games even more if they were based on popular movies, TV shows, or books!

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Gamers were asked to vote on their favorite movies in 2023 they would play as video games and, unsurprisingly, many were drawn to video game-inspired films. On average, gamers have spent $146 on video games in 2023.

 Take a look at the full report to see your state’s favorite video game.

Methodology

To determine the most popular video game by state, Solitaired analyzed the Google search volume of 1,752 terms related to video game titles such as “Super Mario Kart”, “Call of Duty,” and “FIFA Online” over the period of April 2020 to April 2023. 

In June 2023, Solitaired surveyed 1,006 self-identified gamers who play handheld console games, esports, and virtual reality games. Respondents ranged in age from 18 to 60 with an average age of 35. 50% were men, 48% were women, and 2% were non-binary. 

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2023 Report: States that Vaccinate the Most ( key metrics)

Did you know vaccines prevent 4 to 5 million deaths worldwide per year, according to the World Health Organization (WHO)?

Personal-finance website WalletHub released its report 2023’s States that Vaccinate the Most, which provides information about the share of vaccinated children to share of people without health insurance to the flu vaccination rate among adults.

In order to find out which states vaccinate most, WalletHub analyzed the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 16 key metrics.

States that Vaccinate Most

  1. Massachusetts
  2. Rhode Island
  3. Iowa
  4. Vermont
  5. Connecticut

States that Vaccinate Least

  1. West Virginia
  2. Alabama
  3. Nevada
  4. Texas
  5. Oklahoma

Massachusetts has the highest influenza vaccination coverage for children, 77.70 percent, which 2.1 times higher than in Wyoming, the state with the lowest at 37.80 percent.

Minnesota has the highest share of adults with the tetanus vaccination, 82.60 percent, which is 1.5 times higher than in New Jersey, the state with the lowest at 53.50 percent.

South Dakota has the highest share of adults aged 60 and older with the zoster vaccination, 55.10 percent, which is 2.1 times higher than in Mississippi, the state with the lowest at 26.00 percent.

“Media can provide information about outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases and provide visuals and information about what these diseases are. With many vaccines being on the market and used for decades, the incidence of the target diseases has decreased rapidly.”

Abram L. Wagner, Ph.D., MPH – Assistant Professor, University of Michigan

Minnesota has the highest share of children 19 to 35 months old living in poverty with the combined 7-vaccine series, 84.30 percent, which is 1.7 times higher than in California, the state with the lowest at 50.70 percent.

To view the full report and your state or the District’s rank, please visit: 
https://wallethub.com/edu/states-that-vaccinate-the-most/66237  

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Takeout is the Go-To Way of Dining for Americans in 2023

[ Infographic ]: Dine out? Or order in?

Learn about the top 5 reasons people prefer ordering takeout or delivery.

A new U.S. Foods Study reveals takeout as America’s go-to way of dining and more popular than sit-down restaurants.

On average, Americans dine out 3 times a month, while ordering delivery 4.5 times per month. The majority of Americans are willing to wait 30 minutes or more for a takeout order.

Why do Americans prefer ordering takeout?

They love the joy of eating at home, the convenience of enjoying meals while watching TV or movies, and the escape from cooking and dressing up.

When it comes to dining at restaurants, Americans are spending about $166 per month per person, with men spending 19% more than women.

[ Infographic ]: Top 5 reasons people prefer going out to eat.

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View the full report here for more insights on restaurant preferences, tipping practices, and the expectations of Americans during the dining experience.

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