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From rental families to grief phone booths, Japanese people have used surprising strategies to combat loneliness.

Looking for a romantic getaway close to home? These ten U.S. states set the perfect scene.
Nitya Rao|
These romantic getaways hosted some of your favorite rom-coms, from ‘The Proposal’ to ‘Catch and Release.’
Michelle Polizzi|
Many of New York's proudest nicknames began as insults or responses to something negative.
Ryan Menezes|

Cities

These scenic routes, from California to Alaska, are anything but basic.
Sam Hindman|
These locations offer a slew of different activities for non-drinkers. From London to Prague, add these cities to your bucket list.
Natalie Zamora|
Winter controls the calendar in these five frigid cities where temps are consistently colder than most U.S. locales.
Logan DeLoye|
New data reveals the fastest-growing job markets and hiring hotspots for the year ahead based on key market and economic factors.
Logan DeLoye|
Looking to plan a trip for 2026? These eight cities are ideal for hikers.
Mary Beth Skylis|
In case you’re looking to relocate in the new year, these 12 cities across the globe offer great prices and way of living for any digital nomads.
Sam Hindman|
This is where health care costs take the biggest toll on household budgets.
Sam Hindman|
Purchasing everything on your dinner menu plus decor and other items can rack up a serious bill—but many cities are more expensive than others.
Paul Anthony Jones|

Maps

Old maps can be very deceiving—intentionally or not. 
Erin McCarthy|
Thanksgiving dinner has a defined set of dishes associated with it, but some side items are much more beloved than others.
Meagan Bojarski|
Turkey prices are going up this year, and some states’ average prices are much higher than others.
Jenny Cohen|

National Parks

The Gen Z slang term "touch grass" might have a deeper meaning.

States

Recent findings uncover the best states to raise children and the ones to avoid this year.
Logan DeLoye|
Recent data shows every state dropped in average credit score year over year.
Natalie Zamora|
Food heals the soul, and it’s not a surprise that people turn to it when it comes to a breakup. There are certain foods that are more popular than others when it comes to healing the heart.
Alexandria Ingham|
What you call a carbonated beverage might say more about your zip code than your taste buds.
Logan DeLoye|

Geology

if you want explosive drama with your hiking adventures, there’s nothing like walking on a volcano. Here are 10 trails that will take you there.
Julie Fogerson|
A future mega-earthquake in the Pacific Northwest could lead to the “Big One” along the San Andreas fault in California—or vice versa—according to clues found in sediment cores.
Nick Keppler|
From the mysterious human-made structures at Bolivia’s Tiwanaku Archaeological Site to the prehistoric megaliths at Carnac in France, these rock formations inspire awe and curiosity.
Editorial Staff|
Every second counts when it comes to earthquakes, and Android‘s AEA system is changing how people prepare for one of nature’s most unpredictable disasters.
CaLea Johnson|

Wanderlust

Unlike other locations, these national parks thrive during the wintertime. Check out these seven, including Joshua Tree and Death Valley.
Mary Beth Skylis|
These U.S. locations, including Verde Valley, Arizona, and Finger Lakes, New York, are worth a trip.
Jenny Cohen|
Aren’t able to drop a lot of money right after your wedding? We get it. Here are 10 budget-friendly honeymoon locations that still feel special.
Sam Hindman|
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