BOSTON — Blake Griffin is no longer himself. Sure, he still looks like an accomplished NBA veteran, but he sounds just like longtime Boston Celtics travel and equipment manager John “J.J.” Connor.

LARAMIE — Honoring the life of his younger brother, 94-year-old Pete Simpson stood from his wheelchair to deliver a speech as the hundreds in attendance stood and applauded in support. “(Al Simpson) ...

“You’re going to hate this question,” I say, before scanning the cramped visiting manager’s office at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City. “That’s a good way to start,” Terry Francona says, leaning back ...

Last weekend, I spent some time in the Jesuit cemetery here on campus. As part of a tour for seniors and their parents, I walked among the graves and told the stories of several of the Jesuits buried ...

Herb Kohl was remembered Wednesday evening as a true Wisconsinite who remained down-to-earth even as he rose to the highest echelons in sports, politics and business. But former Major League Baseball ...

“I think it’s safe to say there are people who deserve this award more than I do. And that might even be true, but it’s definitely safe,” said poet Gary Miranda to a chuckling crowd as he accepted the ...

Your stomach starts cramping and laughter erupts out of you: It’s easy to tell when a joke is good. Humor can be harnessed to diffuse awkward situations, flirt, demonstrate humility, express political ...

Catherine O’Hara may be best remembered for the way she yelled that immortal “Kevin!” but in real life, the legendary actress and comedian was known for her warmth, quick wit and wisdom. The shocking ...

Democrats must acquire a more balanced sense of history, humility about their public policy goals, and a sense of humor about human life if they are serious about winning elections again. That is just ...