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.
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Blind Date: Contact Lens Mishap Cuts London Evening Short
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.
Guardian Blind Date: A Promising 8/10 Meeting in London
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's New Dating Community The Core
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.
Bethenny Frankel's 'The Core' Aims to Fix Modern Dating
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.
Stop Your Dog Trembling at New Year's Fireworks
Expert advice to help your dog cope with New Year's Eve fireworks. Learn three crucial tips, including sound training and timing walks, to ensure your pet stays safe and calm.
Pilot shows cockpit view during turbulence
A pilot's viral video reveals the calm cockpit view during turbulence, explaining why it's safe. Learn the facts to ease your fear of flying.
The silent phobia of vomit that ruins lives
Jess Smith, 62, reveals her lifelong battle with emetophobia, a debilitating fear of vomiting. Discover how this anxiety disorder impacts millions and the path to recovery she shares in her new book.
Bo Nix Reveals Childhood Trauma Behind Fear of Dogs
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix opens up about a childhood dog attack that caused his lifelong fear, facing it head-on in a Christmas Day reunion with broadcaster Kirk Herbstreit and his dog, Peter.
Canadian in UK Questions British Men's Dating Expectations
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?
How Turbulence Forecasts Can Calm Fear of Flying
A travel expert reveals the science-backed method that helps her overcome flight anxiety. Discover how forecasting tools like Turbli engage the rational brain to manage fear.
Pilot Reveals Truth Behind 'Dropping' Flight Sensation
An Airbus A350 pilot explains the common and unnerving sensation of 'dropping' after take-off. Discover why it's just an illusion and how it benefits noise reduction.
How a TikTok jelly hack is helping Brits conquer fear of flying
A viral TikTok video using jelly to explain turbulence is helping millions of Brits with aviophobia. Discover the simple trick calming nervous flyers.
Vogue Williams' secret hypnotherapy for I'm A Celeb fear
I'm A Celebrity star Vogue Williams tells the Mirror about her secret hypnotherapy to tackle a cockroach phobia before the jungle, and missing husband Spencer Matthews during his epic Ironman challenge. Read her exclusive interview.
Viral dating rejection text sparks online debate
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.
Real Dating Dealbreakers Beyond Age and Hobbies
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.
Reddit dating dealbreakers spark modern romance debate
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.
Who Should Pay on a First Date? Expert Explains
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.
Peter Andre's Parenting Fear After Child Drug Death
Singer Peter Andre reveals his 'devastating' fear as a father of five following the suspected drug-related death of 11-year-old Olivia Curley. Read his urgent parenting warning.
Market Sell-Off: Stocks and Cryptocurrencies Extend Losses
Wall Street indexes and Bitcoin fell sharply on Monday, pushing the Fear & Greed Index to its lowest level since April. Discover the latest market movements.
Naturalised citizens fear deportation under Trump
Naturalised US citizens report growing fear as Trump's immigration policies target legal residents. Many now hesitate to travel amid border patrol crackdowns and denaturalisation threats.
Mental health trust faces probe after patient deaths
A mental health trust is under investigation after patient deaths and allegations of a 'culture of fear'. Families demand answers as regulators step in.
Political views are UK's biggest dating deal-breaker
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.
Wall Street Selloff: VIX Jumps 30% as Markets Plunge
US markets experienced significant turbulence as the VIX fear gauge surged 30% amid a major stock selloff. Discover what triggered the volatility and what it means for investors.
Emetophobia: Vomit Fear Affects 7% of Population
Discover how emetophobia, the severe fear of vomiting affecting millions, impacts lives and what treatments show promise. Learn about this misunderstood condition today.
Cleaning lady shot dead after entering wrong Indiana house
A 61-year-old cleaning woman was fatally shot after entering the wrong house for work, with the homeowner claiming he believed she was an intruder in the Indiana property.
Cleaner shot dead at wrong home in tragic case of mistaken identity
A 61-year-old cleaner was fatally shot after approaching the wrong house in Indiana, sparking outrage and raising questions about gun violence and mistaken identity in residential areas.
Passenger Sues EgyptAir Over Hypodermic Needle Attack
An American traveller files a $2 million lawsuit against EgyptAir after claiming he was injected with a hypodermic needle during a flight, raising serious concerns about passenger safety and potential HIV and hepatitis exposure.
Why I Stopped Chasing Beautiful Women
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.
Politician's Hinge dating app regret goes viral
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.
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