Parents fight with their kids more about driving than dating, and they’re paying over $6,000 a year for it, on average, according to a recent survey. The survey of 2,000 American parents with a teen driver found that parents disagree more with their teens about driving (51%) than about their screen time (48%), grades (39%), … Read more
Six in 10 Americans say a recurring smell in the home has caused an argument or awkward conversation. According to a new survey of 2,000 Americans who live with a partner, roommate, or family member, 58% said they’ve had arguments over recurring smells in shared spaces with culprits ranging from trash smells to post-gym stink … Read more
Sticks and stones can hurt — but the wrong words can blow up your marriage before you can spit out, “You’re overreacting.” The good news? There’s a four-word phrase that can supposedly stop a fight before it starts — or keep you from snapping at your sweetie. According to writer Rachel Bowie, the lifesaver that … Read more
Liar, liar. On a recent episode of the podcast Diary of a CEO, trial lawyer Jefferson Fisher revealed the one word liars often use that’s a “dead giveaway” to their deceit — and the tactic to get them to confess. The top debater shared that when people are trying to hide the truth, they often … Read more
An Illinois restaurant owner was caught on video closely following a customer down the street and chastising them, furious that they didn’t leave a tip on their $20 meal. The heated showdown exploded outside ramen shop Table to Stix in downtown Evanston on Saturday, April 19, when owner Kenny Chou turned the quiet block into … Read more
Gen Z is driving distracted — but perhaps not in the way Americans would expect, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 American drivers, split evenly with 500 per generation, revealed that despite younger generations and cell phones being ubiquitous, Gen Z is using tech in smarter ways while driving. But that doesn’t mean … Read more
Jason Isaacs is looking back at his time on “The White Lotus.” The actor, 61, recently addressed rumors that there was tension on set of the HBO show during its third season. Isaacs, who played Tim Ratliff, said while on SiriusXM’s “The Happy Hour” show that the cast and crew “were in a little pressure cooker … Read more
The Final Four is the final straw for some couples. A sportsbook is offering a “College Basketball Championship 2025 Prenuptial Agreement” during March Madness to keep relationships from going out of bounds. BetUS’s “Hoops & Harmony” contract has couples decide on exactly how many of the 67 NCAA tournament games they should be able to … Read more
Martin Short is looking back on his love life – and on one ex-girlfriend in particular. The “Only Murders in the Building” star, 74, opened up about his lengthy on-and-off-again relationship with late actress and comedian Gilda Radner during Tuesday’s episode of the “Good Hang with Amy Poehler” podcast. Short said he first met Radner … Read more
“It’s not you, it’s me.” One of the hardest realizations is coming to terms with the fact that you’re not with the right romantic partner. If you have that nagging gut feeling that the person you’re currently dating is not who you’re meant to be with, it might be time to have a serious check-in … Read more
Married stars are just like us! Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos had their turkey with a side of mashed potatoes and tension this Thanksgiving. The daytime television pair dished all about their family’s holiday on Monday’s episode of “Live with Kelly and Mark,” with Ripa telling viewers that she and Consuelos had plenty of “arguments” after … Read more
ChatGPT can be used for virtually anything, and in the world of romance, people have used the artificial intelligence tool to plan their weddings, write their wedding vows, score matches on Tinder and find online companionship — even if they’re happily married. Now couples are going further than using AI to nourish their relationships — they’re using … Read more
The average American clashes with their in-laws once a month, with 16% saying they do so even more, according to new research. An exclusive survey conducted for Newsweek by Talker Research revealed that politics is the number one argued about topic between Americans and their in-laws. The survey, conducted between August 27 and 29, sampled 1,000 Americans … Read more
The wedding of a close family member should be a moment to cherish, but for a 27-year-old bridesmaid who left her sister’s big day in tears, instead of feeling the love, she felt “hurt and humiliated”. While the day began well, the event took a sour turn during the reception and more specifically, the speeches. “The wedding was beautiful … Read more
An argument between two Australian buskers has gone viral on social media, forcing one of the musicians to delete their online presence after an onslaught of outrage. The video was posted to TikTok by singer Widya Tjong and showed a confrontation between her and violinist Vasiliy Shapkin. Ms. Tjong was busking in Sydney, Australia’s Pitt … Read more
DEAR ABBY: While I was visiting my father-in-law, a heated conversation turned violent. My husband, “Rob,” was helping his dad and a neighbor with a house project. When Rob’s dad became upset at him, he lifted the power saw he was holding, turned it on and motioned toward Rob saying, “You’re lucky I don’t slit … Read more
Now that’s a horse of a different color. A divorce lawyer is serving up the strangest arguments she’s ever witnessed — including a decision over an expensive horse’s semen. Holly J. Moore, a 43-year-old from Southern California, has dealt with over 2,000 divorces in the 16-plus years she’s been working as a lawyer. “I have … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have been dating this girl for eight months. She tells me she and her ex-boyfriend remain good friends, and that he is her best friend. She sees him regularly and says she has gotten over him. I plan to marry her, but she wants to invite him to our wedding. The ex … Read more
This bit of relationship advice has a nice ring to it — and you might get one by taking it, too. A psychologist recently shared the nine signs and traits that successful couples consistently demonstrate as a way to know whether or not you’re with your soulmate. It comes around the same time that hosts … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have some advice for your readers who write regarding problems with how others behave badly or are verbally abusive or inappropriate toward them. Hopefully, it will help someone. I suggest recording video of the offending individual while it’s happening, and then showing them the video later when they are calm/sober/receptive. If the … Read more