Founded in 1933, U.S. News & World Report is a privately owned digital media company headquartered in the United States with approximately 580 employees. Initially a weekly news magazine, it transitioned to a primarily digital format in 2010, ceasing regular print publication. The company's offerings include news reporting, analysis, consumer advice, and various rankings, most notably its annual college, graduate school, and hospital rankings, which are widely recognized for their influence.
Using data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, U.S. News & World Report ranked all 50 U.S. states by affordability, considering housing affordability and the cost of living. This ranking identified Arkansas as the most affordable state and California as the least affordable. Separately, on September 11, 2025, U.S. News & World Report hosted a webinar titled "New Frontiers in Kidney Care," focusing on acute and chronic kidney disease globally and potential improvements in kidney care.
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