SALISBURY — About four decades ago, Elaine Williams was admitted to Forsyth Medical Center for what promised to be a routine procedure. It would prove to be anything but. Elaine’s body reacted poorly ...

Humans need hugs. Little humans, otherwise known as children, even more so. This is scientific fact, supported by countless hugs...er...studies, and the need for ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. We first learned about the Parihug at CES this year. It’s a stuffed animal with an accelerometer and motor tucked ...

Tuesdays can be tough, but we’ve got you covered. To take the crushing weight off of your back we’ve given you a short gallery of images to celebrate National Hug Day. So sit back and enjoy the happy ...

LAS VEGAS -- Sometimes, you just need a damn hug. Human interaction and affection is important, but when you're physically away from your loved one, it's impossible to receive the admiration and love ...

No matter how old, there's no one who wouldn't like coming home to a warm hug. But what if you don't live with your loved ones or are away on business? What about children who need a hug from Mom but ...

Animals are ... candid. It's part of why we love them. If they're hungry, they'll roar, growl or bark. If they itch, even in a most intimate and inaccessible spot, they'll scratch. We have a dog who ...