Researchers have developed an algorithm that can identify the basic needs of users from the text and images they share on social networks.

Last week, 26-year-old Caleb Lee rang a bell that signaled his final cancer treatment, and he pulled the string right off.

An Oakland County nurse got a surprise of a lifetime when checking her emails. Laura Spears, 55, ticket matched the five white balls.

Experiencing the self as interdependent coincided with increased happiness through feeling greater harmony with others.

New research has found that fruit and vegetable consumption and exercise can increase levels of happiness

A study found that a waterfall, bird songs and waves crashing on a beach are among the sounds that can bring back happiest memories.

Young children in deprived areas see nature and outdoor spaces as being associated with "happy places" according to a new study.

A new study coordinated by the University of Trento shows the beneficial effects of an intensive program on happiness