Life in the UK offers simple luxuries like guaranteed work breaks, drinkable tap water, free museums, and paid sick leave, making daily life easier compared to the financial burdens often faced by Americans.
The United States and the United Kingdom share language, history, and plenty of TV shows. But when it comes to day-to-day habits, we often look at what our American cousins do and think: “Really? That’s normal?” Here are ten perfectly ordinary American habits that leave many Brits scratching their heads. 1. High-Fives All the Time…
American cuisine is famous for being bold, packed with over-the-top flavour and typically in supersized portions. And Americans love it. But what is hiding in a lot of American foods are actually harmful ingredients like dyes, chemicals and more. Eaten once or twice, these ingredients may not pose a risk but consumed repeatedly and over…
If there’s one thing Brits excel at, it’s moaning—especially about Americans. It’s no secret that Brits love a good gripe, and when it comes to Americans, we have a lot to say. With a presumed PhD in judgement, we Brits scratch our heads and raise our eyebrows at many things Americans do and say. We…
When people think of the military, they often are reminded of the Navy or the Air Force. These are two incredibly common branches that have gained popularity through various movies, news articles and other public outlets. However, the military has far more than only two branches. There are several other branches that play significant roles…
Stereotypes can be damaging and insulting, and they take away from the very thing the stereotype is about. In the case of American stereotypes, many have taken root and stuck around, despite being untrue and biased. There are many problems with stereotypes and how they affect people, but the biggest problem is that they perpetuate…
Do you ever feel like you were born in the wrong generation? Or, like other generations had it easier than you? Well, it might surprise you to know that there is a generation that had it much easier than any other one. The baby boomer generation faced so many unique opportunities from the post-war economic…
Vibrant culture, captivating traditions, rich history, gorgeous landscapes, and a complicated history of conflict string together the Middle East. It is a region with more beauty than words describe, colourful culture, and landscapes you must see to believe. From the tip top of striking mountains to the driest deserts and remarkable coastlines, there is so…
Though you might think funny is funny, that’s not always the case. In fact, American and British humor are far less similar than you might have guessed. While American humour tends to be positive, upbeat, bold, and charismatic, British humour is often rooted in failure, self-deprecation, and sarcasm. British humour is witty, dark, and dry,…
It can seem foreign when you imagine the other side of the pond. From how they do things to how they manage social interactions to even their baffling etiquette of tipping their servers so much, there are several things Americans do that don’t make any sense to anyone else. But don’t worry! That’s what we’re…
Us Brits are known for being clever, witty and sarcastic whilst being incredibly well spoken. We’ve perfected the art of insults that sound as charming as a cosy fireplace on a winters night, but sometimes the insults can be challenging to understand. We essentially use an entirely different language for their insults which can vary…
There’s no doubt that America is constantly leading the way with its junk food options. With strange and fascinating combinations, satisfying and uncomfortable textures, and junk foods that constantly push culinary boundaries, America has basically gone rogue when it comes to junk foods. Anything goes in any way, shape, or form. Sometimes, though, these junk…
America is a whole other realm of weirdness sometimes. If you’ve ever travelled to the States, you’ll know as a foreigner there it’s a completely new land and they do things very differently. From gun control to portion size, Americans have some pretty strong opinions on how to live correctly and they aren’t shy about…
There’s no denying that America has an incredibly diverse culinary landscape. Each state has its favorites, but America as a whole incorporates flavors and traditions largely shaped by culture, immigration, and people. However, even though Americans love their taste in food, it isn’t for everyone. Below, we’re sharing 10 American foods that the rest of…
