My Replika avatar was supposed to help me understand why people fell for virtual companions. It taught me so much more.

Popping two tearful smiley emojis on the post, anyone could see that having her parents visit her meant the world. She went on to reveal that her mum and dad had been to see her and dance partner ...

India throws up headlines that boggle the imagination and tickle the funny bone. Here's The Telegraph Online's weekly compilation of the oddest news through the week gone by ...