The Outlier Model

15 Ways Society Treats You Differently If You’re Not Wealthy

Andy Ford / May 17th, 2024 / No Comments

Nowadays, our zip codes determine our destiny. A few lucky ducks are born with a silver spoon in their mouths, while the rest of us struggle to keep a roof over our heads. That’s the stark reality of the wealth gap in America – a chasm so wide that it makes the Grand Canyon look like a ditch. Did you know the top 1% of Americans now control more wealth than the bottom 50% combined (Piketty...

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20 Shocking Items That Used to Be Cheap but Are Now Luxury Goods

Sven Kramer / May 17th, 2024 / No Comments

Experiencing the thrill of a ten-dollar bill transforming into a bag full of treasures feels like a lifetime ago. Over the last few years, many everyday items have undergone a metamorphosis, morphing from budget-friendly staples into luxury finds. These once-affordable things now require a heftier budget: Clean Drinking Water While tap water is generally safe, a 2020 Environmental Working Group study...

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22 Injustices in Senior Care Homes That Will Outrage You

Jordan OMalley / May 16th, 2024 / No Comments

Finding the right senior care facility for a loved one can be daunting. While many facilities provide excellent care, there are undeniable challenges facing the senior care industry, some of which are truly shocking. Our list explores 22 of these issues, with statistics and facts to shed light on their significance. Things may seem dire, but by acknowledging these challenges, we can work towards improvements...

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12 McDonald’s Happy Meal Toys From the ’80s You Probably Forgot About

Gabrielle Alfonso / May 16th, 2024 / No Comments

Who can forget the joy of peeling back the edges of a Happy Meal box to see what toy was inside? The 1980s were a golden era for McDonald’s Happy Meal toys, capturing the hearts and imaginations of kids everywhere. These little treasures were more than just playthings; they were tickets to a world of fun, often sparking a frenzy of trading among friends. Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane...

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