In modern dating, some unspoken rules can contribute to the success — or premature demise — of an early-days courtship. Most of us know the classics — don’t bring up exes in conversation too early, be available (but not too available) when making plans, and when it’s time to pay on the first date, at … Read more
A viral TikTok trend claiming to offer better sleep on airplanes is raising alarms over passenger safety. Videos show passengers pulling their feet onto their seats and securing their legs with a seat belt while trying to sleep during flights — a position that has sparked debate about comfort, etiquette and potential health risks. The trend has drawn … Read more
A British expat living in Australia has shared a bizarre truth about the way we work out here compared to back home. Influencer Emily Dew-Gosling took to TikTok recently to share something odd she’d noticed about etiquette in Aussie gyms and work out studios. “The trust Australians have for each other is crazy? London could NEVER,” she … Read more
Don’t be the drip of the trip. Party-fouling your vacation is an easy crime that’s frequently committed, according to a master of etiquette — who’s urging tourists to act with tact, rather than tackiness, while traveling. “Self-awareness, courtesy towards others and a decent level of humility, are three foundational pillars to living a life of substance … Read more
Few rituals are as sacred to Aussies as the coffee run. Whether you’re ducking into your work’s cafe before tackling the 9-5 grind or taking a quick break with colleagues for a 3 p.m. pick-me-up. Yet, why, for something so central to our daily lives, do we never quite know how to handle that awkward … Read more
The sound of silence? Zoomers have been infuriating older generations with their seemingly rude behavior, from poor table manners to refusing to greet customers. Now, Generation La-Z is being called out for another faux pas: not saying “hello” when they answer the phone. That’s right, in a backwards-seeming trend that’s baffling older generations, Zoomers are … Read more
It’s a fork-and-knife fight. A viral TikTok video showing an American woman attempting the “European way” of eating has sparked an international food fight — and critics say her table manners are downright barbaric. TikTok user Amy Gordy @amygordy1 posted a now-viral video of herself trying out the so-called “continental” dining style — the one … Read more
Talk about food for fraud. A fed-up waitress has gone viral after torching two diners she claims pulled a shameless “eat and return” scam — devouring dish after dish before demanding refunds because they didn’t “like” the meals. They ate around “7 different meals,” the exasperated server, who goes by @girlypopzonly on TikTok, said in … Read more
Who would have predicted that pregnancy would become so controversial? Of course, in 2025, that’s mostly thanks to social media. Are pregnant women allowed in pram parks? At the front of the line? Drink a full-coffee coffee? Or, as Franki Bartoli asserts, entitled to a seat on public transport? Franki Bartoli asserted in a TikTok that “chivalry for pregnant women doesn’t exist anymore.” .tiktok.com/@frankibartoli_/ … Read more
Smiling at Gen Z? Better watch your back. What used to be the universal symbol of warmth and joy has taken a sinister turn — at least in the eyes of Gen Z. The classic smiley face emoji now means something completely different to those under 30. Instead of conveying happiness, the grinning yellow face … Read more
Your favorite emoji might reveal more about you than your therapist. According to a new study published in the journal Current Psychology from Oklahoma State University, your emoji habits might be a window into your soul — and not necessarily the pretty part. Researchers surveyed 285 undergraduates — mostly around 20 years old — asking … Read more
‘Just checking in’ is considered one of the worst phrases to put in an email and etiquette experts are begging you to stop. As reported by Parade, according to modern-day etiquette, boundaries and relationship expert Jenny Dreizen, you might as well be shouting into the void if you’re using that wording. “This is a vague … Read more
Whether it’s last night’s leftover tuna melt or the hard-boiled eggs from the in-flight menu, some foods should probably be avoided on a plane for the sake of your digestion – and out of courtesy to your fellow passengers. Ordering appropriate foods on a plane requires some forethought and planning, according to Jamila Musayeva, a U.S.-educated etiquette … Read more
In today’s digital dating world, single people’s biggest romantic dilemma might not be who to date — but how often to text them. From Reddit threads to relationship coaches, the consensus is clear: nobody knows what the rules are anymore. Turns out, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to texting etiquette. But experts — … Read more
Excuuuse you. Americans have forgotten their manners — and it’s all COVID-19’s fault, according to a new survey. Nearly half (47%) of us are convinced our fellow countrymen have become “ruder” in the wake of the pandemic, a report from the Pew Research Center showed — with a whopping 20% saying others are “a lot ruder” … Read more
It was dinner and a no-show. British celebrity chef Simon Wood had no reservations about spit-roasting a group of diners online for allegedly neglecting to show up for their reserved table at his fine-dining restaurant, WOOD, over the weekend. He grilled them in an X post catching fire online. Wood, who won the hit cooking … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I appreciate you offering your booklet “How to Be Popular” to people who are uncomfortable or uncertain in social situations. I don’t know if the following tips are included, but here’s what I do: When I meet someone for the first time, I say, “Tell me three things about yourself that you would … Read more
Jess Brohier is sitting alone at Brooklyn’s Chez Alex — and she couldn’t be happier. While she does “dine with friends a lot,” the 35-year-old photographer says having a solitary meal in a nice restaurant is a “form of self-care” for her. Jess Brohier advises solo diners to sit at the bar and chat with … Read more
No shirt, no shoes, no in-flight service. It might not seem like it given the bounty of barefoot flyers over the years, but flying sans socks is prohibited on certain airlines. That’s right, “baring” one’s tootsies aboard can get you “bounced” from certain US carriers, which flight experts have interpreted as removing one’s stockings once … Read more
It’s just plane rude. A dramatic debate is heating up in the skies as travelers are fed up with aisle or middle-seat passengers stretching across their row to take pictures out of an airplane window. Fanny Gagnon O’Donnell, situated in a window seat, stealthily captured a recent discourteous act on camera, showing how invasive it … Read more