Samii Wood, a 41-year-old professional cuddler from England, hosts “cuddle puddles” every two weeks. In these group events, strangers sit or lie together with cushions and blankets. They offer each ...

Remember how hard it was when we were all told to stay home and not touch anyone outside of our 'bubble' – even our loved ones? After the pandemic, over a third of Brits said they’d never take hugging ...

For many people, the thing they’ve missed most during the pandemic is being able to hug loved ones. Indeed, it wasn’t until we lost our ability to hug friends and family did many realize just how ...

Warm and fuzzy feelings might be priceless, but a professional cuddle session can cost up to $49. Warm and fuzzy feelings might be priceless, but a professional cuddle session can cost up to $49. That ...

There are hundreds of different situations in which people hug. Every day, millions of people hug. Hugs can happen in sad situations (such as in hugging someone who is crying to make them feel better) ...

IN EDINBURGH'S midday rush, on the most romantic day of the year, John Harra was on a mission to hug everyone he saw. "Hugs for everyone!" he shouted, holding a large "Free Hugs" sign over his head.