After nearly 11 months with no physical contact because of the pandemic, I stopped by a friend’s home on a January afternoon. It was a dreary Friday and we stood six feet away from one another in her ...

Whenever I would try to describe the friendly checker at Trader Joe’s to my friends — I know, I know, they’re all friendly — I would make sure to tell them one thing. He hugs. He’s the hugger. Nearly ...

A bulldog named Big Poppa won over the hearts of the internet on Wednesday after going viral for posing in the saddest photo of all time. In the shot, Big Poppa is heartbroken because he misses the ...

Murphey was open about having a history of dating women online who are from Russia. He answered in an Instagram Q&A on why he chooses to date like this. “When the internet was brand new, a tenant of ...

Yes, it feels nice when people “like” your accomplishments/drunk status updates/sandwich photos on Facebook. Sometimes it feels nicer than we’d care to admit. Now, Melissa Kit Chow has devised a way ...

The holidays aren't a happy time for everyone. This New Year's Eve, HugTrain is coming to San Francisco to offer free hugs to lonely locals at the Golden Gate Bridge before midnight. You won't be ...

Every dog lover knows just how special their pup is. After all, your dog bestie traveled all the way from their magic dog planet to end up in your arms, ready for a lifetime of snuggles, treats, and ...

Right in the middle of a food delivery to my grands at a park-and-ride along I-95, I found myself with an urgent craving. I really needed a hug. Of course, I abstained. The grandkids didn’t even exit ...