As it became clear that the outbreak of the novel coronavirus would limit human interaction, local illustrator and watercolor artist Amy Wike turned to art to process her feelings. “Before enough time ...

It can be tough to stay connected over long distances. Yes, there’s phone calls, texting, Facebook, Twitter, IM, video chatting and everything else. But what if you could give virtual hugs to each ...

Clarissa is a solo traveler who has been to 47 countries on the backpacker’s budget, or $30/day. Last summer, I met a guy named Louis at my hostel in Portugal. He had just quit his 9 to 5 government ...

Russell Stover's campaign on TikTok is an extension of a digital effort that urged people to send each other "virtual hugs" as the coronavirus pandemic dissuades physical contact. By enlisting an ...

Mata Amritanandamayi, a 69-year-old Indian spiritual leader known simply as Amma, or "mother," is a global icon who is also referred to as the hugging saint. Born in a fishing village in the state of ...

Sometimes, I feel like I am bragging - something I was taught not to do - but I can't help it. I work in an industry that is quickly changing, and many people say is on its last legs. But when ...