Why Some People Are Using Apps to Make Friends

New York Times - Oct 26, 2026

Apps that match personalities — for a price — have surged in popularity amid a loneliness epidemic.

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How to Straddle the MAGA Divide

Beth Wilkinson is a Washington lawyer who has thrived representing the Trump administration’s enemies and allies alike. Does she represent a vanishing type?

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Trump fails to change economic headwinds facing GOP candidates

Gas, diesel and food prices are high and expected to remain elevated through Election Day, creating a strong political headwind for Republicans who are at serious risk of losing control of the House and possibly the Senate, as well. President Trump's diesel deal with Russia has had little lasting impact on fuel prices, according to...

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C.E.O.s Say the A.I. Rollout Is Going Well. Employees Feel Differently.

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Audi to Build Factory in Georgia, Trump Says

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Former ‘60 Minutes’ Boss to Join Video Journalism Start-Up

Bill Owens, who left the show after clashing with CBS executives, is joining Newpress, which publishes work from creators on YouTube.

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Trump announces new Audi factory at Georgia campaign rally

President Trump announced a new Audi factory Saturday while campaigning in Georgia, a move that arrived almost a week before November’s midterms. “Today, I’m thrilled to announce a massive auto manufacturing investment in the great state of Georgia by a fantastic company,” Trump said during Saturday’s rally. “Audi has just committed to invest $4.2 billion...