Hello Spring! Simple Ways to Brighten Your Home
When spring arrives, I like to refresh my home by not only doing some deep cleaning and decluttering, but also by updating my home decor for the new season. To create a bright and airy feeling of spring, I swap out some items for more vibrant colors. Simple changes like replacing throw pillows, comforters, tablecloths, shower curtains, and front door decor instantly make a difference. And, I may …
NCP Spotlight: Panel Members in North Carolina
North Carolina was the 12th state to join the union on November 21, 1789. Raleigh is the state capital and Charlotte is its largest city. North Carolina is the 28th largest state in the U.S. and is bordered by the states of Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the estimated population of North Carolina is 11,046,024 (July 2024 est.); it ranks as …
NCP Spotlight: Panel Members in New York
Up next in our Spotlight on States series: New York!
New York, also known as the Empire State, was one of the original 13 colonies and became a state on July 26, 1788. It is bordered by Lake Erie, Canada, Lake Ontario, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the Atlantic Ocean.
New York’s state capital is Albany, and its biggest city is New York City. As of …
Stirring it Up: Coffee Creamers
I’ve never been a big fan of coffee creamers, until recently when I began making my own iced coffee at home. I wanted a bit of sweetness added to my iced coffee, so I decided to try different flavored creamers. There are so many options out there! One flavor I didn’t expect to like, but ended up loving, is lavender—it has quickly become my favorite. So good!
If …
The Power of a Shopping List
Do you love grocery shopping? Or is it one of those chores you dread? A shopping list is one of the simplest yet most effective tools for managing grocery trips and improving the experience. Whether scribbled on a piece of paper, typed in a phone app, or spoken into a smart assistant, a shopping list helps keep track of what you need, prevents unnecessary purchases, and makes shopping …
How to Play NCP’s Pick N’ Win Sweepstakes
Pick N’ Win is NCP’s fantastic sweepstakes where you’re in control of the game.
Each month we feature amazing items in the Pick N’ Win Sweepstakes. NCP panel members use their reward points to add entries to drawings for specific prizes. Depending on how many points you have, enter in as many times as you want.
Watch James describe how to play Pick N’ Win directly through our …
Remember the Telxon Scanner?
Throwback to 1992! Meet the Telxon scanner—one of the earliest in-home scanning devices used by ACNielsen Homescan Consumer Panel members.
Here are some interesting facts about the Telxon scanner:
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Panel members had to dial a toll-free number and follow voice instructions. To transmit shopping data, they placed the scanner’s speaker against the phone’s mouthpiece, pressed the YES key, and waited for a steady tone. Once it …
NCP Spotlight: Panel Members in New Mexico
New Mexico was the 47th state to join the union on January 6, 1912. Santa Fe is the state capital and Albuquerque is its largest city.
New Mexico is the 5th largest state in the U.S. and is bordered by the U.S states of Arizona, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas and Utah.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the estimated population of New Mexico is 1,409,032 (July 2024 est.); it …
From Leaf to Cup: All About Tea
I love starting my mornings with a good cup of coffee, but in the evenings, there’s nothing better than unwinding with a soothing cup of tea while catching up on my favorite shows (because let’s be honest, I’m always behind!). I keep a variety of herbal teas on hand, each with its own purpose—whether it’s for digestion, relaxation, immunity, and more.
Do you drink tea on a regular …
NCP Spotlight: Panel Members in New Jersey
Up next in our Spotlight on States series: New Jersey!
New Jersey is one of the original 13 colonies and became a state on December 18, 1787. It is one of the smallest states in land area, but has one of the highest population densities. The estimated population in 2024 was 9,500,851. It is bordered by New York, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and the Atlantic Ocean. New Jersey was named …
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Coffee isn’t just a morning ritual, it’s a daily pick-me-up and source of comfort for millions of Americans. From classic drip to cold brew, coffee continues to evolve while remaining America’s favorite beverage. Monday, September 29th, was National Coffee Day, a day to honor the rich history of coffee, explore new brewing trends, and savor the flavors that make every cup unique. Did you get any special coffee …
National Donut Day: Top Flavors and Fun Facts
Today is National Donut Day, it’s celebrated annually on the first Friday in June. Will you treat yourself to a donut today?
Every now and then, when I pick up my iced coffee, I’ll treat myself to a donut. Recently, I tried an orange vanilla flavor—and it was so good! It tasted just like a creamsicle. I’ll try a new flavor every now and then, but my go-to …
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