We’re a nation of drivers, no doubt about it.
PLANE
We’ve had two public urination incidents on planes within the last week. That’s not quite a trend, but all we need is for one more copycat drunkard to relieve himself on a flight for my good friends at USA Today to put this issue on the front page.
Peanut allergy is the most common cause of food-related death, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Given that, is it responsible for airlines to continue serving their passengers peanuts on planes? The Transportation Department is considering a rule that would prohibit peanuts from being served on commercial aircraft, even though it has [...]
It’s easy to be an airline industry critic in an era of “no waivers, no favors” and fees on top of fees. It’s easy to paint airlines as heartless corporations that treat us like self-loading cargo.
Ban peanuts? Really?
Kids on a plane. No four words incite more acrimonious debate among air travelers. Not “your flight is delayed.” Not “here’s a new fee.” Not even “snakes on a plane.”
How do you get a little shut-eye while you’re on a flight? Here are three tips that will practically guarantee you’ll catch a few zs.

Elliott is consumer advocate
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