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What pumpkin spice item each state is searching most
Fall means changing leaves, sweaters, football and pumpkin spice. Most people either love or hate it, but no matter what, it gets a lot of buzz. Google Trends dug into search data to see what each state is talking about in the world of pumpkin spice this year.
Things like pumpkin spice latte are out of the running — everyone looks those up. Here are a few weird ones. How many do you want to try?
Alaska – Pumpkin Spice Cheerios: Making an encore appearance this year, these Cheerios have won the hearts of folks not just in Alaska but also in Utah, Missouri, Massachusetts and Maine. Honestly, pretty good idea.
Colorado – pumpkin spice donut: Folks in Colorado, New Mexico, Kansas and Tennessee love Krispy Kreme’s seasonal donut. Move fast if you want one; they’re in stores till Oct. 8.
Arizona – pumpkin spice SPAM: I … what? Why? Come on, Arizona! “Hints of cinnamon, clove, allspice and nutmeg give this new, limited edition variety a subtle sweetness.” Ahem, I’ll pass.
Hawaii – pumpkin spice dump cake: A dump cake is easier to make than a standard recipe — you just dump all the ingredients in one bowl and mix it up. Adding a little pumpkin spice? No prob.
Delaware – pumpkin spice deer jerky: Not a food everyone is craving — it’s a meme. It’s basically tough guys poking fun at the pumpkin spice fanatics. “Forget your pumpkin spice; it’s deer jerky time!” No kidding, you can find merch online.
Ah, the vast landscape of pumpkin spice across the U.S. I know, not my normal hard-hitting news, but I bet you’re going to tell someone about pumpkin spice SPAM.
Bye-bye fireworks? The drones are here
They’re mesmerizing, a little magical and … pretty dangerous. That’s why a handful of cities are going high-tech this year, replacing their Fourth of July fireworks with drone shows.
In California, Lake Tahoe, La Jolla and Ocean Beach are going the drone route this year. The same goes for Salt Lake City, Utah, and Boulder, Colorado. That is not surprising, given how dry those states are. Utah is one of the states most prone to wildfires, with 800 to 1,000 yearly.
The world's biggest porn website blocks the entire state of Utah
Dating app nightmare: A Utah woman matched with a “serial killer in the making” on Tinder. They chatted for months, and she met his parents. For their second date, he brought her to a secluded park for a picnic and stabbed her multiple times. Miraculously, she escaped. When detectives asked him if he would do anything differently, he said, “I’d get a sharper knife.”
7 months later
A Utah couple tied the knot after a skiing accident. Amazing story: Mitchell forgot Jenna broke up with him the day before the accident. He had a concussion and started texting her when he woke up like nothing happened. They officially got back together a month later, and now, it’s happily ever after.
Utah Mom accused of murder Google Searches reveal motives
I’m sure you’ve heard this story in the news. A Utah mom, Kouri Richins, was arrested last month. Police allege she killed her husband by poisoning him with fentanyl … before she wrote a children’s book about grief.
You can see shipwreck sites on Google Maps — including the Titanic
Google Maps is a great application if you want to tour the world from the comfort of your computer chair. Sure, it is also great for getting around in real life with turn-by-turn directions, but nothing beats zipping around the globe at the click of a button.
💬 Never back down: A Utah man was denied a $3,000 payout that’d been confirmed by his home warranty provider’s chatbot. The warranty company claimed its bot was “miscommunicating.” Not having it, the man took his complaint to Utah’s Division of Consumer Protection, which said a chatbot counts as a company representative, making it responsible. PSA: Screenshot every online chat in case you need proof later.
Google searches reveal the states with the most sleep problems
Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for a healthy life. Not only does it help you to get up feeling refreshed, but there is also a strong correlation between sleep and mental health. Tap or click here to see why sleeping next to your phone is a bad idea.
Fall is coming! Use this map to see where the leaves are changing
The changing of seasons usually brings with it a beautiful display of colors. Going from winter to spring or summer to fall, the myriad of hues can transform the landscape overnight.
But few seasonal changes are as dramatic as when it shifts from summer into the bright yellows, oranges and reds of fall. It can be a spectacle to behold, and many people travel around the country to see it up close. Tap or click here for seven travel hacks to save you time and money on your next trip.