Jeremy Taylor
Who Really Likes the Taste of Eggnog, Anyway? — Survey of the Day
Eggnog is one of those drinks we all like to have around the holidays not because it’s our favorite drink, but just because of tradition. However, it turns out that more people actually like the drink than dislike it.
Most Americans Think They Are Darned Good Looking — Survey of the Day
According to a new survey in which respondents were asked to rate their own looks on a scale of one to ten, Americans are a very self-confident bunch.
The Most Heartwarming Videos of 2011
There were plenty of heartwarming viral videos this year that proved you don’t need a lot of time or professional production values to tug at the heartstrings.
Here are our favorite heartwarming videos of 2011. Check them all out below and then vote for which one you think is most touching. (For more on each video, click on the titles in blue.)
Troops Returning From Iraq War Have Americans Split — Survey of the Day
Earlier this week, the Pentagon declared the end of the Iraq War, an almost nine-year conflict which claimed 4,487 American lives and removed Saddam Hussein from power. Now, Americans are are conflicted over whether the entire endeavor was worth it.
Do College Football Fans Want the BCS or a Playoff System? — Survey of the Day
It’s pretty well accepted that the BCS system to determine college football’s national championship is unpopular with the public.
But a new survey from Poll Position shows just how hated the BCS -- which uses a mix of human polls, computer rankings and strength of schedule to determine a one-off national championship game — really is.
Whatever Happened to the Kids from ‘A Christmas Story’? [PHOTOS]
When it was released in 1983, ‘A Christmas Story’ was only a modest success. However, over the years, constant television airings of the movie during the holiday season has made Ralphie Parker and the gang almost as synonymous with Christmas as the characters in ‘It’s a Wonderful Life.’
Although they remain ageless on the small screen, the kids from Hohman, Indiana are now middle-aged men in real
Should Alec Baldwin Be Able to Play Words with Friends Before an American Airline Takeoff? — Survey of the Day
Was Alec Baldwin striking a blow for the common air traveler when he refused to stop playing Words With Friends on his smart phone while his American Airline flight was awaiting takeoff? While his actions may seem justified to some, almost half of Americans think the cell phone rule should be honored.
The Cutest Internet Kids of 2011 [VIDEOS]
While babies star in their share of adorable videos, the fun really starts when the young-ens grow up and learn to talk. Once they’re old enough to realize that a camera is on them, that’s when the cuteness meter really starts to go off the charts.
Here are ten of our favorite videos starring kids from 2011. Check them all out below and then vote for which one you think is the cutest. (For more on
The Public Agrees, About $150,000 a Year Makes You ‘Rich’ — Survey of the Day
In light of the Occupy Wall Street movement focusing attention on the “one percent” and the debate over raising taxes on the wealthy, Gallup asked 1,012 adults how much money they would need to make a year in order to consider themselves rich.
Are You Going to Use a Real Christmas Tree This Year? — Survey of the Day
While the smell of pine is every bit as much of a part of Christmas as candy canes and your drunk Uncle Marvin, the majority of Americans will be opting for a tree of the fake plastic variety this year.
10 Creepy Santas From ‘Sketchy Santas’ [VIDEOS, PHOTOS]
While the real Santa is a jolly old elf, some of his impostors who begin to pop up all around the non-frozen parts of the planet come Christmas time are a tad rough around the edges.
In fact, some of these mall jockeys and liquored-up revelers are downright sketchy. We’ve compiled a list of ten of these questionable Santas featured on the excellent Sketchy Santas blog so that folks with common dec
Say Goodbye to Holiday Spirit, Most Aren’t Fazed by It This Year — Survey of the Day
Despite all the glitz and glam, all the lights, tinsel and gifts, the holiday season doesn’t bring cheer to the majority of Americans. According to a new survey from Poll Position, only 37 percent of 1,072 adults surveyed answered that the holidays make them happier.