Jeremy Taylor
Michael Jordan’s Engagement or the Katy Perry and Russell Brand Split — Which Is More Surprising?
Love is a fickle beast (particularly in Hollywood), and on the same day that NBA legend Michael Jordan announced his engagement to Cuban-born model Yvette Prieto, the split of intercontinental odd couple Katy Perry and Russell Brand after 14 months of marriage has been confirmed.
Admit It — You Re-Gift, Don’t You? — Survey of the Day
‘Tis the season to receive gifts. Inevitably, some of the presents your friends and loved ones will be nice enough to give you won’t be anything you particularly want or need.
So, do you try to make these unwanted gifts usefull by wrapping them back up and giving them to somebody else who might actually appreciate them?
Bing Crosby’s ‘White Christmas’ Named Favorite Christmas Song — Survey of the Day
There is no escaping Christmas songs this time of year, even if one wanted to, so most people have an opinion as to which of these yuletide tunes they like best.
Will the Christmas Staple Frankincense Soon Be Gone? [VIDEO]
Frankincense, the aromatic resin that is used in numerous religious and traditional ceremonies, as well is in medicines and perfumes, may be going extinct.
Fewer Grinches This Year as Most People Want Family Time — Survey of the Day
Where has all the commercialism gone? This year, the majority of Americans “don’t care about the presents underneath the Christmas tree,” as Mariah Carey sings. Their favorite aspect of the holiday season is the time they get to spend with loved ones.
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.
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.
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 Like Most Who Think We Celebrate Christmas Too Early? — Survey of the Day
These days, the Christmas season kicks into full swing right after Thanksgiving ends, but it looks like the majority of Americans aren’t particularly thrilled with spending an entire month celebrating the holiday.
Too Many Drivers Eat, Text, Watch Videos and More Behind the Wheel — Survey of the Day
Buckle your seat belts, folks.
According to Harris Poll chairman Humphrey Taylor regarding a new survey, “The number of drivers who engage in potentially dangerous, in some cases extremely dangerous, behaviors while driving is terrifyingly high.”
Guess Which TV Show Topped ‘TV Guide’s’ Fan Favorite Poll? — Survey of the Day
It might not be getting any love from NBC, but the quirky sitcom ‘Community’ certainly has a dedicated fan base, as evident by their victory in ‘TV Guide Magazine’s’ annual fan favorite survey.
Dogs Are America’s Most Popular Pet — Survey of the Day [VIDEO]
Dogs and cats may be in a perpetual cycle of conflict, but when it comes to who the public loves more, dogs take home the win. According to a survey by Harris Interactive, 69 percent of all pet owners have a dog, trumping the 51 percent who have a cat.