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Guides on meeting locals, building community and running free support chat on your website.
October 22, 2026
Brane now works in any browser at brane.chat. Find people, group chats and events near you from your laptop, with your account and conversations synced to the Brane app on your phone.
October 18, 2026
Moved somewhere new? How to make friends in a new city as an adult: pick a weekly activity, start from your interests, join local group chats and give it a few months.
October 14, 2026
Seven apps to meet locals when travelling in 2026, compared: Meetup, Couchsurfing, Brane, Bumble BFF, Timeleft, Hostelworld, Tandem and HelloTalk. What each is best for and what it costs.
August 16, 2024
Get ready to be inspired by the incredible friendship moments that unfolded at the 2024 Paris Olympics. From the heartwarming embrace between gymnastics icons Simone Biles and Rebeca Andrade, to the remarkable camaraderie displayed by tennis stars Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, these stories will touch your heart and remind you of the true essence of sportsmanship. Witness the powerful connections forged on the track, in the pool, and on the field as athletes from different nations come together in a shared love for their sport. Prepare to be moved by these extraordinary displays of friendship and resilience.
January 17, 2024
Nine practical ways to meet locals when travelling: start before you land, lead with a shared interest, join local group chats, go to weekly events and keep showing up.
