Grindr hiring Athena founders to expand app features

Grindr, a LGBTQ+ dating app, has hired the founders of Athena, a fitness community app, to expand its features into areas like travel and health. The move aims to enhance social connections beyond dating.

World Happiness Report 2024

The U.S. drops to 23rd in the World Happiness Report, with Finland topping the list for the seventh consecutive year. The decline in happiness is particularly notable among Americans under 30. Social connections and feelings of loneliness play a significant role in happiness levels across different age groups.

Loneliness Epidemic in the U.S. vs Europe

Loneliness is a major problem in the U.S., with new research showing that middle-aged Americans are more likely to experience loneliness than their European counterparts. Cultural differences, such as individualism, social media use, and economic policies, may contribute to this trend.