Watch this video on YouTube The top 5 is completed by the ancient city of Abéché in Chad. While remnants of mosques, palaces and tombs of once-powerful sultans still remain, Abéché is today a relatively ordinary town, though its population has grown to be the fourth largest in Chad, partly due to an influx of … Read more
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts A trip to the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts is essential for any art lover with its vast collection of works of art and impressive sculpture garden. Along with a host of ongoing exhibits, the museum is home to an impressive array of permanent collections, including African art, decorative porcelain, … Read more
I am writing this on a hot Monday night in downtown Montgomery, Alabama. It’s Halloween, and the town’s trick-or-treating action is elsewhere. Still, there are a fair number of people out there, with maybe one in 10 people wearing costumes, eating in restaurants, drinking in bars, strolling along the Alabama River boardwalk, listening to a … Read more
? July 6, 2019 marks the 25th anniversary of the release of Forrest Gump. At the time, it was the fourth highest-grossing film in history, selling 78 million tickets at the domestic box office. He was nominated for thirteen Oscars and won six. The VHS cassette and two-disc soundtrack have become staples of the American … Read more
Mesa Mesa is a thriving metropolis with a population of approximately 460,000 people. This is a great place for anyone looking for a big city experience, but not on an overwhelming scale like you would in a big city like Phoenix. The 10 Best Places to Live in Arizona in 2022 Paradise Valley Gilbert Scottsdale … Read more
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts A trip to the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts is essential for any art lover with its vast collection of works of art and impressive sculpture garden. Along with a host of ongoing exhibits, the museum is home to an impressive array of permanent collections, including African art, decorative porcelain, … Read more
Many local newspapers had online dating in the mid-1990s, but these big dating sites took over. From some of the comments this really shows how desperate dating sites are for the money they even advertise in the comment sections. You are much more likely to attend local events, and you are likely to spend less … Read more
State legislators often engage in a race to the bottom in an effort to be labeled a “low tax state.” Analysis of US Census Bureau data seems to support Arizona’s reputation as a “low tax state.” Specifically, Arizona ranks 37th nationally in taxes collected as part of personal income. But this narrow lens doesn’t paint … Read more
In a recent study by Niche Places To Live, Irondale was ranked as the fourth most diverse suburb in Alabama. The rankings were determined by three factors: percentage of inhabitants belonging to the most represented ethnic group; percentage of inhabitants belonging to the most represented income bracket; and the percentage of residents belonging to the … Read more
Montgomery city officials say the homicide rate is down from the same period last year. Is it safe to visit Montgomery, Alabama? Looking at the statistics on murders and the number of shootings, Montgomery is not the safest place to visit. In 2021, Montgomery had a homicide rate of 38.38 per 100,000 residents and was … Read more
Monthly rent or house payments are in line with the national average and have not increased much recently. The overall cost of living is 30% lower than in New York. There are plenty of outdoor activities to keep you busy Arizona’s sunny weather and diverse landscapes make it a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. There are … Read more
The town of St Davids lies on the south-west corner of the St Davids peninsula, surrounded by some of the most beautiful coastline and scenery in Pembrokeshire. It is by far the smallest city in the UK in terms of population: it had 1,797 inhabitants at the 2001 census. The next smallest, St Asaph, is … Read more
There are countless large cities and small towns in Alabama. Call us biased, but we think our small towns are some of the most charming in the United States. According to Safewise Community Outreach, the 10 cities listed below have the least amount of crime and are considered the safest places to live in Alabama. … Read more
Choosing where to retire is an important decision in life. The right decision can lead to many years of happiness, while the wrong decision can end up being very costly. Have you ever wondered which are the best cities in Alabama to retire? There are many great cities in Alabama to retire to. Alabama is … Read more
The Romans left behind many legacies and inventions when they invaded Britain in the first century, and the mighty highways that connected major Roman fortresses and cities are one of those legacies that doesn’t just ask to be explored. “Indeed, all Britons are dyed pastel, which causes a bluish color and therefore looks more terrible … Read more
Ready to change your life? Discover the most charming towns and cities in Wales! Here are some of the best places to live in Wales in 2020! Wales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom, located to the west of the island. The area is renowned for its lush natural landscapes, as … Read more
Many people familiar with Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child’s “Pendergast” series of fictional adventure novels might be surprised to learn that Preston is also a career journalist. He has written on archaeology, history, and paleontology for several prestigious publications, including the Smithsonian, National Geographic, and The New Yorker. It was while he was covering an … Read more
From time to time, we all need a bit of peace and quiet. Fortunately, there are many sleepy towns in Alabama that are far enough from the big cities, but close enough to visit. Below are 10 of the best small towns in Alabama that offer plenty of peace and quiet. Do you live in … Read more
By Steve Flowers Many of you have wondered why, when Alabama is considered a red state when it comes to presidential politics, the Alabama legislature is so overwhelmingly Democratic. In fact, it is an anomaly. In fact, since 1964, Alabama has become a Republican state during presidential elections. When Goldwater bucked the trend that year, … Read more
According to AtlantaBlackStar.com. 5/7 of the 10 prosperous black communities in the United States are in the state of Maryland. #10 UNIONVILLE, NY is a predominantly black, middle-class suburb of New York City. The median household income is $76,553, making the city one of the fastest growing African-American cities in the United States. Hillcrest, New … Read more