How a lonely man in his 30s found welcome and community in an unlikely place: spin class.
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The South Korean Woman Who Adopted Her Best Friend
“How Korean women are rejecting marriage while reimagining what family means in an increasingly lonely, aging society.”
Fast Times on America’s Slowest Train
A surreal train ride between Chicago and New Orleans proves that Amtrak still has a lot to offer. (Not including speed or the food.)
Adorable Little Detonators
“Our friendship survived bad dates, illness, marriage, fights. Why can’t it survive your baby?”
How Pacman Jones, NFL Poster Boy for Bad Behavior, Stepped in for Fallen Teammate’s Family
“Years ago, after the accident, when Pacman promised Loleini he’d do anything for Slim’s family, he meant it.”
The Case of the Lego Bandit
“Playing with Star Wars Lego bricks made them famous. Then a mysterious crime drove them apart.”
How Two Friends Sparked L.A.’s Sushi Obsession — and Changed the Way America Eats
“The aim, in essence, was to create a sushi ecosystem for Los Angeles. Would it work?”
The Case for Hanging Out
“There’s a growing crisis in our social lives. Could the cure be this simple?”
Lucky’s Last Run
“One dog and two complete strangers set out to run across America.”
