Friends are our chosen family. They are our partners in crime, our loudest cheerleaders and our shoulders to cry on. It goes without saying that spending time with our friends can instantly boost our mood. “Friendships are vital for our mental health. They not only protect us from loneliness and isolation but they increase our self-esteem, confidence and resilience,” wrote Therapist Gianna LaLota. Here’s how friends can boost mental health and make us happier.(Unsplash)
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Friends are the ones we go to when we are distressed. They help us to have fresh perspectives – this can reduce stress levels and increase happiness.(Pexels)
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Humans are wired to be social creatures. Being around friends helps us to beat loneliness and grow a sense of community.(Unsplash)
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Heidi Klum has cemented herself as the official Queen of Spooky Season, thanks to her wild, weird, and eccentric costumes every year for her annual Halloween bash.
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Huang Zitao, also known as Z Tao or Tao, is a Chinese rapper, singer, producer, and actor who was a former member of the K-pop group EXO. He married actor and singer Xu Yiyang on October 16, 2025, in a grand ceremony held in China. The wedding was a spectacular affair, featuring multiple outfit changes. Here's a look at Xu Yi Yang's 10 gowns from her showstopping wedding. (All pics Reddit/ popculturechat and Instagram/ mayadstudios)
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Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated this year on October 20, marking the victory of good over evil. During this time, families clean and decorate their homes, light diyas, and share sweets to welcome prosperity.
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Models including Adriana Lima, Bella Hadid, Jasmine Tookes, Gigi Hadid and Alessandra Ambrosio appear together on the runway during the 2025 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City on October 15.
