A few months ago, my friend told me she met someone. “Hinge or Bumble?” I asked at the time, naturally assuming she’d swiped right to form this new connection. Videos by VICE “Actually…” she started, beaming with pride. “I met him at a local running club.” I nearly choked on my coffee in shock—not necessarily…
Hinge is launching a $1 million fund to help local groups in London put on social events for young people. Maskot | Digitalvision | Getty Images It may come as no surprise that Gen Z, the online generation, are increasingly struggling with loneliness — but an unlikely source is coming to their aid. Dating app…
Both Travis and Jason Kelce along with Nate Bargatze are returning to play golf at Lake Tahoe this summer. They’ll be joined by newcomers George Kittle of the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold. All are expected to compete in the 36th annual American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament July 9-13 at…
After emerging from the aftermath of a traumatic surprise breakup, I decided to start dating again. Since I’m a grizzled millennial, you know what that means: online dating. Cue the weee-oowwwww reality-TV sound effect that conveys a dire warning. The apps can cause depersonalization, converting real human beings into little bursts of dopamine. The apps can offer a paradox…
Lauren Goode: I also think if there is a bright spot, it’s probably going to be some of the apps that are very specific for people that help people winnow down what they’re looking for and find someone who is aligned with what they want, whether that’s someone who shares super niche interests or cultural…
The two began chatting and, eventually, hopped on the phone a couple times. Francine learned they both lived near Toronto, Canada and they discussed meeting up in person, but couldn’t do so safely due to pandemic restrictions. When they were finally able to connect IRL for a first date, restaurants were still shut down, so…
From lawsuits to fumbled advertising campaigns, are we falling out of love with online dating? Recent Ofcom data showed a decline in UK users, and Gen Z seems to increasingly hanker after in-person romantic spontaneity. More broadly, the rise of online dating has been accompanied by growing social isolation and loneliness, as well as polarisation…
Nicola Gunby, co-founder of Cliq. Nicola Gunby Nicola Gunby, a 30-year-old entrepreneur, longed for a community of friends when she moved to London after the pandemic, but was shocked to find herself isolated in one of the biggest cities in the world. Gunby, the co-founder of social and community networking app Cliq, hails from Nottingham…
If you’ve ever used dating apps, you likely understand the struggle of online dating in today’s non-commital world. That’s why so many people are opting to get off the apps in 2025. While it’s served its purpose back during the pandemic when we literally couldn’t leave the house, dating apps appear to be leading us…
If you’re on dating apps, you’ve likely taken part in the frustrating dating trend called “carouseling” without even realizing it. Basically, “carouseling” involves talking to matches from different apps without ever actually getting to know a person. When participating in this dating trend—even unknowingly—individuals often refrain from scheduling in-person dates and treat other users as…