My date was so awful that, before we parted ways, I asked her to repay me for 50% of the taxi fare. Was I being cheap?
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Blind date: ‘I really enjoyed chatting to her – even when she critiqued my dating app profile!’
Matthew, 24, a tax consultant, meets Izzy, 25, an advertising executive. What were you hoping for? A fun story and a nice dinner, with good company as an added bonus. Continue reading...The Guardian - 5d -
This is how we do it: ‘If she wants me to dominate her, I will. It brings her happiness’
It came as a shock to Chiara and Frank when they realised they were doing BDSM. They thought they were just having great sex! How do you do it? Share the story of your sex life, anonymously . I ...The Guardian - Feb. 8 -
'My wife told me to date after she died - I wasn't ready for what was out there'
Geraint John says some dates have made a sharp exit when he's told them he's been recently widowed.BBC News - Feb. 9 -
'My university course made me who I am - now it's being cut'
Universities are cutting jobs to make financial savings, with students and staff bearing the brunt.BBC News - Feb. 8 -
‘My wife and I are very grateful’: Our son wants to pay off our mortgage before we retire. Will this backfire?
“He’s also the executor of our will.”MarketWatch - 7h -
‘He doesn’t drink, smoke, party or gamble’: My boyfriend, 55, is perfect in many ways, but gets mad if I ask him to contribute
“My boyfriend stays at my house 80% of the time. I don’t even know how much he makes.”MarketWatch - 2d -
I feel happier and healthier when not around my mother | Ask Philippa
When parental relationships fall short of fulfilling our own emotional needs, they can leave us feeling at fault. The question I’m overwhelmed by fear, shame, guilt and anxiety about my ...The Guardian - Feb. 9 -
A moment that changed me: I took my husband for granted – until I met three single women at a party
After 14 years of marriage, our relationship was comfortable, but slightly complacent. A sudden glimpse into the world of dating apps gave me a new appreciation for what I have. We weren’t ...The Guardian - 23h -
What would I tell my younger self if I met her for coffee? Mostly that things do get better
Everyone hopes that they will get happier and wiser as well as older. And you know what? Sometimes they do. I met my younger self for coffee. She wore a crisp white Agnès B shirt and patent ballet ...The Guardian - 3d -
‘We have no prenuptial agreement’: Will my wife be able to take my money if I transfer it to my retirement account?
“I have a good amount of money saved up, more than my new wife.”MarketWatch - 1d -
My husband and I are in our 50s — and 85% invested in stocks. Is our strategy too aggressive for the next 10 years?
“Our funds and our tech stocks have done well over the years.”MarketWatch - Feb. 9 -
My no-plastic life: I tried to cut out single-use items for a month – and it almost broke me
Sourcing fruit and veg without wrapping was hard enough, but finding an eco-friendly way to brush my teeth was its own world of pain. And as for my 6pm crisps fix – forget it. The scale of plastic ...The Guardian - Feb. 12 -
Our four dogs sleep on the bed – so I haven’t had sex with my wife in 10 years
My partner doesn’t seem to care about our sex life or my needs as her husband. Should I have an affair?. I haven’t had sex with my wife for more than 10 years. We have four dogs and she has ...The Guardian - Feb. 11 -
My sister is stressed and distant. I want to help but don’t know how | Ask Annalisa Barbieri
As the older, ‘parentified’ child, it sounds like your sister has taken on extra responsibilities all her life. She might appreciate you wanting to show you care • Every week Annalisa Barbieri ...The Guardian - 5d -
I Regret How I Treated My Kids
Obsessing over the past is taking over my life.The New York Times - 6d -
'I felt a slimy texture brush my face': Man describes being swallowed by whale
Adrián Simancas, 23, was kayaking off Chilean Patagonia when he found himself inside a whale.BBC News - 5d -
I asked to see Ursula von der Leyen’s texts to Pfizer’s boss and she went to court to stop me. Why the secrecy? | Alexander Fanta
Billions in EU Covid funding have gone unaccounted for. By hiding its business behind personal messaging, Brussels is dodging public scrutiny. For weeks during the height of the Covid pandemic in ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
My husband and I have been married for 18 years. We share a son — and my husband has a daughter. Why should they get an equal inheritance?
“This year she got married, and I was completely left out of any planning, bridal-shower and wedding activities.”MarketWatch - 1d -
My husband has millions in a trust fund, pays all our bills and gives me $4,000 a month. Will I get our house if I divorce him?
“He pays all of our bills, including all our taxes, from one of his investment accounts.”MarketWatch - Feb. 10 -
I was a evangelical Christian for 35 years – until my transgressive big sister gave me the courage to break free | Josie McSkimming
My sister Dorothy Porter was a bohemian gay poet; I was a respectable church handmaiden. But she cracked the door open for me to start seeing the world differently. Get our weekend culture and ...The Guardian - Feb. 12 -
Josh Sweat on not being the MVP: I should've had it; I could've had it
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was named MVP.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 11 -
‘She’s bleeding her retirement dry’: My friend earns $9 an hour, but wastes money on vacations and massages. What can I do?
‘She blew through her inheritance fast and paid for the down payment on her car with credit cards’MarketWatch - 7h -
‘I want to enjoy the time we have left’: I’m 68 and plan to work past retirement age. Should I empty my $700K 401(k)?
“‘I have $1.8 million equity in my homes, including my main residence.”MarketWatch - 2d -
When I blush, I get so red that people point it out. What should I do?
Going red in the face is on trend. People pay $25bn a year for the look, writes advice columnist Jessica DeFino. Hi Ugly, . In the past year I have stopped wearing makeup and am feeling a lot ...The Guardian - 17h -
I Do Not Want Revenge for My Father’s Death
My father’s killer is being released to save hostages.The New York Times - Feb. 9 -
The moment I knew: I was mourning the end of my summer fling – then a parcel arrived at my door
When Steph Vizard hooked up with Hugh during a trip back home, it was like living inside a romantic comedy. But could they have a happy ending?. Find more stories from The moment I knew series ...The Guardian - Feb. 8 -
I Dated Multiple AI Partners at Once. It Got Real Weird
Do people really fall in love with AI? I dated bots from four different companies for a week—and found out it was easier than I thought.Wired - Feb. 11 -
'Steroids gave me heart failure at 30 and I could die early'
A bodybuilder and steroid user warns against taking the muscle-building drug.BBC News - 5d -
'I've waited so long for home adaptations that I have to shower at the gym'
The time taken for councils to do home adaptation assessments for elderly and disabled people has risen, the BBC finds.BBC News - Feb. 11 -
I want to leave my home to my children from my first marriage — not to my second husband. Is that ethical and fair?
“My husband has two children, who also have a mother and grandparents who have an inheritance to leave them.”MarketWatch - 8h -
I was part of the panel that reviewed the Lucy Letby case. I believe the trial was fundamentally flawed | Neena Modi
We must face the possibility that a horrific miscarriage of justice occurred, and action must be taken before it causes yet more suffering for those involved. In August 2023, a former neonatal ...The Guardian - Feb. 12 -
Borderlands 4: Release Date, Gameplay Trailer, And Everything We Know So Far About The Looter-Shooter
When it comes to treasure, smooth gunplay, and chatterbox robots, Borderlands is in a class of its own. A new mainline entry in the looter-shooter series is set to arrive soon, and this new chapter ...GameSpot - 10h -
Before Going to Tokyo, I Tried Learning Japanese With ChatGPT
WIRED tests the benefits and limitations of using generative AI, specifically ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode, as a language tutor for travelers.Wired - 18h -
May on open IU job: 'I love being at Michigan'
Following Saturday's win over Indiana, Michigan coach Dusty May, a former student manager with the Hoosiers, said he's "very, very happy" with the Wolverines when asked about potential interest in ...ESPN - Feb. 9 -
Beverly Ortega explains why she bailed on 'The Bachelor' before her one-on-one date
'The Bachelor' contestant Beverly Ortega was among three women who left during Monday's episode. The New Yorker detailed the medical reason behind her exit.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 11 -
‘I am pretty much uninsurable’: My 20-year term life insurance is up, but I was diagnosed with throat cancer. Do I renew it?
“I am pretty much uninsurable.”MarketWatch - Feb. 12 -
The moment I knew: I’d had lots of lovers during our open relationship – then I realised I could trust him with my life
Photographer William Yang and Scott had been in a long-distance relationship for 15 years. Then a family tragedy brought them closer together. Find more stories from The moment I knew series ...The Guardian - 4d -
I’m worried my appearance will jeopardise my career opportunities. Should I modify my look to fit in? | Leading questions
Most of us are not our complete selves at work, advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith writes. But it’s up to you where you want to draw the line. Read more Leading questions I am a woman ...The Guardian - 6d -
I’m a wife and mother. Can I secretly change my will and leave everything to my daughter instead of my husband?
“Happy Valentine’s Day (almost).”MarketWatch - 4d
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Apple hopes adding this feature to its lower-priced iPhone will make it more enticing
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Cheesecake Factory says ‘distinct, high-quality’ dining is still in demand amid discounts elsewhere
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China is likely to cut its benchmark policy rate next month, economists say, after PBOC keeps LPR steady
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