“deaths” Charts
Is Sitting the New Smoking? »
Physical inactivity is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide. Thankfully, a new "wonder drug" has been shown to cut…
The Human Cost Of FIFA's Corruption »
Despite the nation's flagrant human rights violations, Qatar was awarded the honor of hosting the World Cup in 2022, a…
Death From Above: US Drone Strikes »
In large part, the United States' drone program has been successful, having eliminated over 2400 enemy combatants and fifty high…
The Real Killer Diseases Aren't Ebola »
A little perspective never hurts. While Ebola has ravaged much of western Africa recently and is a popular topic in…
Males Are More Likely Than Females to be Killed by Lightning »
Of the 210 reported fatal lightning incidents in the U.S. from 2006 to 2011, 81% of the victims were male…
What's Killing Americans? »
Death, like taxes, is unavoidable. More likely than not, unfortunately, when our time comes, it will likely be at the…
Gun Violence And Terrorism: Putting The Two In Perspective »
Recently, a political debate has erupted over two contentious issues within the United States: gun control and terrorism. While President…
America's Terror Threat, In Perspective »
Whether a consequence of the recent rise in terrorist activity or the politicizing of the terrorist threat, Americans are becoming…
Black Friday Death Toll »
It seems to be an often told joke that Black Friday is a dangerous event. It is hyperbolized by the…
Lightning's in the Sky in July »
Of the 210 reported fatal lightning incidents in the U.S. from 2006 to 2011, over 30% occurred in July, making…
Fatal Lightning Incidents by Activity »
Of the 210 reported fatal lightning incidents in the U.S. from 2006 to 2011, 62% of the victims were struck…