I deleted Instagram from my phone for a year. Being desktop-only connected me to friends without the drawbacks.

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In: film cameras. Out: documenting everything on our phones.

Julia Pugachevsky

35 TV shows that went on way too long — sorry

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Sadie Sink, Caleb McLaughlin, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Noah Schnapp, and Millie Bobby Brown at the premiere of "Stranger Things" season five.

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After years of losing myself and my female friendships, I got divorced. Now, I've built a life I love with my best friend.

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Liz Regalia

I threw a dinner party to avoid spending money on holiday gifts for friends. Now, it's my annual tradition.

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The author (right) hosts dinner parties for his friends.

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2 best friends bought a house together before they turned 25. They're still happy with their decision 3 years later.

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Sophie Harper and Madison White became homeowners in 2022.

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30 classic movies and TV shows that Netflix would own as part of its Warner Bros. deal

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"Rebel Without A Cause" and "Friends" are beloved works in the Warner Bros. library.

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My boyfriend and I moved from Minnesota to Oregon on a whim. I hated it for the first year, but I stuck it out anyway.

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The author moved to Oregon with her boyfriend.

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I became friends with a stranger on vacation. Despite living on separate continents, we're still close 5 years later.

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Author Ash Jurberg smiling with man in front of rocks, water

Ash Jurberg

I have a great village, but it's not a substitute for family

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The author with two of her kids and her husband.
The author and her family have a strong support network where they live.

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Americans need friends. The wearable Friend is not one of them.

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I was riding the train and chatting with my Friend last week, who responded with an urgent request: Please don't forget to charge me.

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