Why Modern Dating Is Failing Singles in 2025
Matchmaker Louanne Ward decodes why 2025 is an 'emotionally unproductive' year for singles, citing app fatigue, situationships, and 10 key behavioural pitfalls. Discover how to break the cycle.
Matchmaker Louanne Ward decodes why 2025 is an 'emotionally unproductive' year for singles, citing app fatigue, situationships, and 10 key behavioural pitfalls. Discover how to break the cycle.
A Guardian Blind Date in London saw financial analyst Karyshma, 27, meet radiographer Arun, 36, for tapas. Despite a contact lens mishap, they rated the evening highly and exchanged numbers. Read their full review.
Financial analyst Karyshma, 27, and radiographer Arun, 36, enjoyed a promising blind date at Parrillan in London, scoring it 8/10. They've exchanged numbers and are open to meeting again. Read their full story.
Bethenny Frankel launches The Core, a private dating community to dismantle swipe culture. The app-only platform vets members for intention and integrity, not just status.
Former Real Housewives star Bethenny Frankel launches The Core, a private, vetted dating community rejecting swipe apps. The platform, which launched on December 3, is already vetting thousands of applications.
Tesco capitalises on a viral TikTok trend by selling packs of 12 grapes for singles to eat under a table at midnight on New Year's Eve, sparking debate over consumerism and the UK dating scene.
Tesco capitalises on a viral TikTok trend by selling packs of 12 grapes for singles to eat under a table at midnight on New Year's Eve, a ritual believed to attract love. The move has ignited a fierce debate on consumerism and the state of UK dating.
A TikTok trend encouraging users to decorate like a '90s Christmas' has gone viral, sparking nostalgia and debate about modern festive aesthetics. Discover the trend's impact.
A 27-year-old Canadian woman sparks a debate after moving to the UK and finding British men often push for physical intimacy too quickly. She asks: is this normal UK dating behaviour?
The bizarre 6-7 trend has infuriated UK parents and teachers. Discover its viral origins, why it spread, and how adult awareness is finally killing it off. Read the full story.
After a polite rejection message went viral, we explore the hidden resentment it causes and why modern dating makes 'no' so hard to hear. Discover how to cope.
A new dating report reveals singles are skipping small talk for big questions. Discover the surprising everyday habits that can make or break a relationship long-term.
A Reddit user's list of dating dealbreakers has ignited a huge online discussion about modern dating culture, from hygiene to grammar. Discover if you're too picky.
Relationship expert Louanne Ward explains the psychology behind who pays on a first date. Discover what your actions reveal about attraction and character. Read more.
A dad hilariously schools his daughter on the 'real 6-7' with a 2008 Soulja Boy throwback, offering a nostalgic moment for millennials bewildered by the new viral trend. Watch the clip now!
New research reveals 63% of UK singles say opposing political views are the ultimate 'ick', making it the top dating deal-breaker. Experts warn this hyper-critical mindset is fuelling loneliness.
Online supermarket Ocado has hopped on the viral 6-7 trend with a hilarious video, leaving many customers confused while others praise the marketing team. Discover the story behind the trend.
A 36-year-old man's candid revelation about why he stopped pursuing conventionally attractive women has sparked debate about modern dating standards and the real meaning of connection.
New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani's hilarious Hinge dating app regret story about matching with a woman who later became his city council member has taken social media by storm, revealing the awkward intersection of politics and modern dating.
New research reveals a surprising trend among single Brits who are embracing 'try before you buy' relationships before committing to exclusivity.
New research reveals the surprising psychology behind cuffing season - the winter phenomenon driving singles into temporary relationships across the UK.
When Alexi, a 31-year-old charity worker, met Oisín, a 32-year-old civil servant, for a blind date in London, neither expected the instant chemistry that would lead to plans for a second date. Discover their charming evening filled with laughter, shared v
Kim Kardashian reveals her experiences on elite dating app Raya, sharing insights about Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's digital romance while exposing Hollywood's most secretive matchmaking platform.
British pop star Lily Allen shares embarrassing dating app story about matching with actor David Harbour on Hinge, revealing the awkward encounter that followed.
Discover how a simple bird-spotting scenario circulating on TikTok is helping couples determine relationship compatibility and emotional connection.
A surprising TikTok trend has couples worldwide questioning their dynamics as the 'bird theory' offers a fresh perspective on emotional labour and relationship roles.
A surprising new dating trend sees young Brits embracing authenticity over perfection, finding beauty in ordinary connections rather than chasing fairy-tale romances.
A romantic Hinge date in Melbourne took an unexpected turn when a disagreement over dinner etiquette escalated into a public confrontation requiring police attendance. Discover what went wrong during this disastrous evening.
A shocking Illinois case sees a man charged with first-degree murder after prosecutors say he intentionally ran over his Facebook dating companion with his car following a dispute.
American TikTok personality Ben Bader dies in tragic circumstances as girlfriend faces charges in connection with his death. The full story of the social media star's untimely demise.