Small talk: Facebook predictions, traffic down, paying loans in cash

May 25, 2012
The news that didn't quite make the headlines. This week: Facebook can predict the stock market, U.S. traffic is down (but not on L.A.'s 405 freeway), and paying off loans with cash.

'Supercommuters' on the rise

Feb 28, 2012
The number of people who commute more than 90 miles for work has nearly doubled in many cities over the past 10 years.

In Russia, traffic jams are a little different

Feb 8, 2012
Traffic jams are a nightmare in Russia. But for some high ranking officials, breaking free is as simple as turning on a light.

Come again -- Carmaggedon?

Jul 12, 2011
Here's something that never happens in Los Angeles: a stretch of one of the busiest freeways will be shut down this weekend. So what's an Angeleno to do?

For public good, not for profit.