The Eugene Public Library has more than just books on its shelves. In a recent trend — common to all public libraries — patrons have been borrowing everything from cake pans to board games and sewing ...

For millions of older adults, loneliness is an ongoing crisis, posing serious repercussions for mental and physical health. Spending time with cats and dogs can go a long way towards easing loneliness ...

In a world where technology really helps with our lives, here we have the Chongker Companion Robot Pet that comes up with a good solution for those seeking companionship without complexities.

Alan is a robotic “companion pet,” developed by the toymaker Hasbro to help battle loneliness. White and furry, Alan is designed to approximate the real deal, meowing and purring when you pet it, and ...