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Study Says Friends Extend Lives. Do Virtual Ones, Too?

(July 28) -- Looking to live longer? You may be better off going out for a few drinks with friends than staying at home alone. According to a new analysis of 148 studies from around the world, loneliness can be even more harmful to your health than smoking or obesity. The data show that people with high levels of social...

Background on lonely

Lonely Planet is the largest travel guide book and digital media publisher in the world. The company is owned by BBC Worldwide, which bought a 75% share from the founders Maureen and Tony Wheeler in 2007 and the final 25% in February 2011. Originally called Lonely Planet Publications, the company changed its name to Lonely Planet in July 2009 to reflect its broad travel industry offering and the emphasis on digital products.

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