The idea of "common sense" often implies a static, universal understanding of what is practical, logical, and appropriate. It's the unwritten rulebook passed down through generations. However, history ...

Even though it’s a relatively subjective term, more people than ever are missing the characteristics generally associated with common sense, including kindness, basic empathy, respect for others, ...

Some people lack awareness of their surroundings and overlook how their actions impact others. That's why people with actual common sense tend to get annoyed in these 11 social situations.

In my youth, I came to understand the term "common sense" as implying that though you may not have extensive knowledge about a topic or even extensive skill in reasoning, you likely have enough of ...

To the editor — In my preteens, my parents moved often to find work. Dad worked mostly in stave mills, which made the slats for barrels. The company would buy up blocks of oak and hickory and move the ...

This morning I dropped my kiddo off at school. There is clearly a sign stating one should not turn left between 8 and 9 a.m. Six cars in front of me were attempting to turn left at 8:30 a.m. Later, I ...

Many historical milestones will dot the calendar this year as Americans look to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence on July the Fourth. Just after the turn of the new year in ...

As a Plain Dealer reader who does not share the general thought processes of those running the paper, my eyes are usually rolling at what I find in the Forum section. Imagine my surprise July 26 to ...