Short Reads

The U.S. stands out to many around the world as the country their nation can rely on most. But substantial shares in some countries see it as their greatest threat.

Negative views of China predominate in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. China also receives unfavorable marks from many neighbors in the Asia-Pacific region.

Using public opinion surveys and large-scale data analysis, we have studied the content on YouTube and how the U.S. public engages with it.

How many ad preferences Facebook lists for its U.S. users – and how accurate they are – depends on how often, and for how long, they've used the platform.

Catholics have less confidence in their clergy's advice than Protestants – and are less likely to claim a close relationship with clergy.

About seven-in-ten in Pacific states say climate change is affecting their local community at least some. That compares with 54% in Mountain states.

Roughly 317,000 immigrants from 10 countries have this status after fleeing dangerous conditions at home. Learn about where these protections stand.

Americans and Germans continue to have notably different perspectives on the relationship between their countries.

As Americans integrate smart speakers into their homes, many owners express concerns over data collection and personalization. Here are five key findings.

In a growing number of U.S. counties, a majority of residents are Hispanic or black, reflecting the nation's changing demographics.