4 lessons I learned about happiness (Here are #1 and #2) In February 2024, I returned home to Los Angeles after the adventure of a lifetime: exploring 18 countries across South America and Asia in 18 months on a trip that cost me $34,000. I had quit my dream job as a...

A Metro Transit bus driver from Minnesota gave a whole new meaning to going the extra mile on Friday when she literally gave the shoes off her feet to help one of her passengers. Known for her cheerful demeanor, Jayne Verhelst, has earned the nickname "the happy...

Nearly two months after launch and almost 50 days after they were initially supposed to return to Earth, two astronauts stuck at the International Space Station finally appear to be closer to their homeward voyage. That they were trapped by troubles with their Boeing...

A swarm of dragonflies stunned and surprised beachgoers last weekend in Rhode Island. Thousands of the dragonflies, relatively large and often beautifully colored insects, descended on Misquamicut beach last Saturday. Video of the dragonflies shows beachgoers running...

In January, Uber driver Danny Blanton, 51, picked up passenger John Johnson, 60, for a ride to Dallas’ UT Southwestern Medical Center. Blanton, who didn’t see the picture of his passenger ahead of time, kept his eyes mostly on the road, making small talk as the car...

In the same way that more than 80 percent of people surveyed think they are above-average drivers, and fewer than 1 percent consider themselves "worse than average" (each a mathematical impossibility), I like to think I'm smart. Not extremely smart. Not super smart....

18 Weird Facts About the Olympics Through the Years You might be surprised to learn that the Olympics have changed a lot over the years, from the events included in the official program to the athletes eligible to compete. These 18 unique facts shed some light on the...

Ever had a hard time deciding where to go on vacation? Now, you don’t need to worry. A new breed of travel companies is revolutionizing vacation planning with secret trips. The concept: They do all the planning and booking for you and add an element of excitement by...

Robin Williams was a magnificent actor known for his varied roles and was also one of the kindest souls in Hollywood. Williams has been heralded for his acts of kindness, a man who always went beyond his station and put others first, whether it be spending real time...

Say what you want about The Gipper, he had his priorities straight. President Ronald Reagan established the third Sunday in July as National Ice Cream Day, and July as National Ice Cream Month, in 1984. This year, the Big Day falls on July 16, this Sunday. When...