“It was a very scary situation,” University of Texas student Mohammad Reza said.

No U-Haul required. 👍

A CNN investigation found more drivers who may be fighting fatigue.

We don't want him to snooze and lose -- out on a new family! 💤

A pair of forlorn greyhound puppies found in the scrublands of Spain had everything against them.  

A true Sagittarian, I loved variety...and Cornell was the epitome of potpourri. But the options were overwhelming. Suddenly

The asset boom combined with wage stagnation have only intensified our nation's disparity disorder, the prime metaphor for which is Walmart and its heirs, the Waltons.

Indeed, the couple's current concern isn't that Dexter won't be able to go full throttle to his heart's -- and legs' -- content

It's always appalling to see animals abused and betrayed for profit, especially when the activity is legal and defended as a "sport." That's the reality of greyhound racing, but the reasons this detestable industry still exists defy not just our humane values, but common sense as well.

I have a tendency to procrastinate, so naturally I didn't even attempt to look for a plane ticket home until December 7. Upon seeing the price of a round trip ticket for the holidays (about $1,200), I had a mini-meltdown.

When it comes to holiday travel, scenes from Steve Martin's miserable journey in the movie Planes, Trains and Automobiles undoubtedly come to mind.

OK, I admit it. I'm a sap for nostalgia. So when my 40th college reunion reminder popped up in the email, I bolted into reverse. Who wouldn't want to "Reflect, Rekindle, Reconnect" -- words the Notable Class Reunion Chairs cooed in their beckoning letters to the alums.