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A Brief History Of The Shoes And Moments That Defined Sneaker Culture
Stacker took a deep dive into the storied histories of some of these game-changing shoes as told in tomes such as "Out of the Box: The Rise of Sneaker Culture" by Semmelhack and "Kicks: The Great American Story of Sneakers" by Nicholas Smith, as well as interviews and internet research, to see which shoes have moved the needle and why the world continues to obsess over these sneaks.
20 of the Best Travel Destinations Where the US Dollar Stretches the Most
With travel becoming evenmore expensive in 2023due to fuel prices, inflation, and labor shortages, travelers may consider international destinations where they can get the most bang for their buck.Stackerranked the top 20 travel destinations where the U.S. dollar stretches the most.
7 Simple Ways to Improve Social Connection
Know what feels good? Interacting with strangers. That's right, researchers have observed that smiling at a random person can improve your mood and your sense of belonging. It's a simple thing, a small gesture. So why don't we all do it more often?
States With the Most Drive-In Movie Theaters
Drive-in theaters evoke nostalgia, a step back to the 1950s. The first opened in New Jersey in 1933, when opening night drew people from at least 20 states to watch movies outdoors from their cars. Stacker examined County Business Patterns data from the Census Bureau to determine which states have the most drive-in movie theaters.
The 2023 Housing Market in 5 Charts
The once white-hot housing market may finally be starting to cool, but it's not a buyers' market just yet.Stacker cited data from Redfin and the U.S. Census Bureau to visualize and explain the shortage of U.S. homes for sale and what that means ahead of peak homebuying season.
Undeterred by Climate Change, Homeowners Are Moving to Vulnerable Areas Including Florida
Some of the most highly prized real estate in the US exists in areas considered high risk for wildfires, flooding, or drought. Despite this present and growing danger, many Americans are still moving to climate-vulnerable regions, including Florida. This may be because some people are willing to take the risk if it means living in...
Rep. Susan Valdés: ‘We Are Focusing on Culture Wars That Have Nothing to Do With Everyday Floridians’ Needs’
The Democrat of Cuban descent calls it as it is, placing the responsibility for the state's problems – from a growing housing crisis to Republicans' refusal to expand Medicaid – in more than twenty years of one-party rule.
We Asked a Panel of Dads To Edit Our Father’s Day Gift Guide, and They Crossed Everything Out. Here’s What They Told Us To Recommend Instead.
For Father's Day 2023, we asked Dad to get candid about what makes a good gift. Here's a totally unique gift guide that's made up entirely of dad faves
7 of the Coolest Speakeasies and Secret Bars in Orlando
Although none of us are old enough to remember the Prohibition Era when secret bars and speakeasies were a necessity, there’s still something exciting about entering through an unmarked door and enjoying a cocktail in a unique hideaway.
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