Frequently invisible, the gender inequity we could see in our public policies and product design extends to snow removal and pianos
Transportation
The Surprising “Green” Side of the SUV
Based on a recent study, calculating the amount of air pollution we can blame on SUV emissions has just become a bit trickier.
Where It Costs the Most and Least to Live
While we see similar tastes and shopping patterns in the world’s most expensive cities, the reasons for a high and low cost of living vary.
A New Way to Look At Air Rage
Boarding JetBlue recently, a gracious gentleman offered to let me move in front of him. Embarrassed, I refused and explained that my boarding group was “D.” And he was a “B.” When I fly on jetBlue to visit my daughter…
Do You Live Where You Should Sleep More?
When we consider the impact of social jetlag on our health and productivity, our sleep time could matter more than we think.
Why It’s Tough to Plan Congestion Pricing
While it sounds simple to charge vehicles for driving in a certain area, New York’s actual congestion pricing plan is much more complex.
How to Deal With (Airplane Seat) Recline Rage
To recline or not to recline an airplane seat is a problem for passengers and airlines because of pitch, profits, property rights, and your philosophy.
The Best (and Worst) Ways to Board an Airplane
Although boarding planes faster is a goal for the major airlines, they have had limited success because of the tradeoffs they are unwilling to make.
The Two Sides of a Pilot’s Decisions
Involving safety, airline pilots’ decisions during takeoff, flight, and landing reflect cost and benefit tradeoffs that their passengers rarely recognize.
Remembering Herb Kelleher and His Southwest Effect
The discount airline was just an idea when Herb Kelleher became the Texas entrepreneur who created what became known as the Southwest Effect.