Whether looking for love or a casual encounter, 3 in 10 U.S. adults say they have used a dating site or app. That's according to a new Pew Research Center study.
- Eddie Celaya
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OPINION: "Sure, self-quarantine can be a little lonely at times," says our opinion writer Edward Celaya. "But much like the 90s had a 'pill for that,' the 2020s offer an app for such unwanted emotions."
- By Christine Elgersma
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When you ask a couple how they met, it’s pretty common for them to answer, “On the internet.” So, it’s no surprise that online dating has trickled down to teens. And though most opt for Snapchat or Instagram to widen their social circles, some are curious enough to try one of the many messaging apps that promise to help them “make new friends.” While these apps are designed more for casual communication than are the mainstream fee-based dating services such as Match and OkCupid, they make it super easy to text, video-chat, and share pics with strangers.
- Angela Pittenger | This Is Tucson
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There's a lot of pressure when it comes to planning the perfect date night.
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