Lifestyle – Stacker

For a decade, the story has written itself. Americans walked away from organized religion, with 2025 reporting as the lowest faith levels recorded, and a booming spiritual wellness economy of astrology apps, tarot readers, crystal sellers and retreat hosts stepped in to catch them. For years, coverage of the wellness boom and its creator economy has

American wardrobes have exploded. According to research by the United States Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), the average American now buys about 53 new garments a year. That means we’re purchasing four times more clothing than we did in the year 2000. Sadly, a lot of that has no place to go at home, and

  Marvel’s D23 publicity cycle was the dominant verified theme among August 2026’s fastest-growing U.S. Instagram accounts, powering four of the top 10 entries. Sadie Sink led the list after debuting as Jean Grey and appearing at Disney’s D23 Expo, while Dolly Parton’s death on Aug. 25 drove a memorial-fueled surge to the No. 2

  A new survey by Garon Fence has finally answered the question of what a good neighbor is worth. And the results are in: Nearly 2 in 5 Americans would pay an extra $5,000 to guarantee good neighbors. Another 2 in 5 say that bad neighbors are a major deal-breaker. Why are they considered bad

  For decades, a handful of names dominated new births in the United States. If you were born during the height of some of these name booms, there may have been three of you in a single class alone. In 2026, though, parents now seem to be searching for names that never used to crack

  Every day, hundreds of millions of posts go live on Instagram, and hashtags are still one of the most dependable ways to be found by people who don’t already follow you. An Instagram hashtag generator removes the guesswork: Instead of recycling the same tired tags, hoping something sticks, or juggling a stack of third-party

Crowe410 // Reddit   There was a version of 1973 that was easy and warm and smelled like cut grass and car leather. A year that looked, on an ordinary Tuesday, like wide collars and wood-paneled station wagons and kids playing outside until the streetlights came on. These aren’t the photographs that made the history

This ranking counts down the 25 smartest dog breeds based on Stanley Coren’s widely respected 2006 book The Intelligence of Dogs, which measured trainability and working intelligence across breeds recognized by the American and Canadian Kennel Clubs. While brain size doesn’t predict cognitive ability—and some research suggests smaller breeds may actually have an edge—certain breeds stand out for how quickly they learn new commands and how reliably they obey on the first try. From the vigilant Schipperke to the legendary Border Collie, these rankings reveal which pups earned their reputations as the brightest of the bunch.

To find out the longest-living dog breeds, Stacker examined data from the journal Nature and the American Kennel Club‘s 2024 breed popularity rankings.

Spokeo reports on slang terms from various generations, highlighting their evolution and the cultural significance in connecting or alienating peers.

Spokeo reports people are seeking real-world connections to combat loneliness, using running clubs, friendship apps, and phone-free events.

Spokeo reports a rise in short, minimalist baby names as parents favor simplicity, cultural versatility, and modern elegance in naming choices.

ThatsThem reports on the top 10 most common U.S. street names, revealing cultural and historical insights, from Main Street to Maple Street.

Bromic Heating reports on strategies for homeowners to get more enjoyable outdoor time during cold weather.

Reasons to be Cheerful reports on John Seigel-Boettner’s Cycling Without Age program in Santa Barbara, fostering connections between seniors and the community through bike rides.

Magical Butter reports that New Year’s resolutions drive increased DIY health and wellness projects, particularly among Gen Z focusing on daily habits.

Kinship reports a study revealing key behavioral differences between male and female dogs, including fear, aggression, trainability, and attention-seeking.

AmeriPro Roofing reports that immediately addressing a roof leak involves notifying professionals, protecting belongings, and documenting damage to prevent further issues.

HomeServe reports six essential steps for homeowners post-blizzard: check detectors, inspect plumbing, monitor for damage, and stay safe while shoveling.