Dating

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Dr. Elena Eustache Designs Groundbreaking Tools for Modern Day Love

As the world emerges from its covid blues, many people are eager to get back into the dating scene

01 Jul 2021 12:29 PM

Match also said Tinder averaged 5.9 million subscribers in Q4, 2019.

Tinder struck big

Tinder made USD 1.2 billion in 2019.

07 Feb 2020 7:11 AM

A 31-year-old special education teacher, drew up a singles ad for Yellow Duck and placed it on a community bulletin board at a local grocery store. (Photo: AP)

'Serious replies only': Man seeks companion for his lonely duck, puts out dating ad

Yellow Duck’s favourite food is slugs, and they might be on the menu for the big date, Morris said.

13 Dec 2019 2:02 PM

Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello kissing. (Photo: Instagram)

I really bonded with him as more than a friend: Camila Cabello about BF Shawn Mendes

Pop-icon Camila Cabello who is dating singer Shawn Mendes says that initially, their romance was awkward.

20 Nov 2019 9:26 AM

Don’t be friends with the intention of getting back together one day. (PHoto: Representational/Pixabay)

3 reasons why you can’t stay friends with your ex

Maintaining a friendship with an ex is not everyone’s cup of tea.

24 Sep 2019 3:44 PM

In every relationship, people learn strategies for working with their partner's personality. (Photo: ANI)

Why people date the same type of person repeatedly

People tend to love same type of person over and over again!

23 Sep 2019 11:05 AM

It is available in Russia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan and some other countries.

Social network launches dating app to rival Tinder

The main feature of the service, called Lovina, would be video chats.

13 Sep 2019 7:44 AM

While finding out basic things like what their life goals are, are they open to getting married and having kids is normal, don’t already start planning a life with them. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

These habits can sabotage your budding relationship

If you want your dates to blossom into a relationship, be careful to not sabotage at the initial stages.

09 Sep 2019 5:05 PM

An emotionally absent partner will not only not share his pain with you, but also not support you emotionally. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Five signs that your partner is emotionally unavailable

Dating an emotionally unavailable person can make the relationship feel like it’s a lot of work. Watch out for the warning signs.

30 Jun 2019 6:04 PM

Marriage itself is about constancy and consistency, fidelity and steadfastness. So why even be in the institution when it’s not working for you?

The upfront approach

Girls prefer a direct approach a man if she is interested in him. Progressive enjoy the direct approach rather than hints as well.

28 Jun 2019 1:38 AM

The study showed that 23 to33 per cent women respondents of an online study admitted to have engaged in a ‘foodie call’. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

1 in 4 women go on dates just for a meal

Surveys revealed that the trend of ‘foodie calls’ are now emerging among women.

22 Jun 2019 5:43 PM

While there were varying words for male and female users, ‘music’ and ‘gym’ appeared in both lists.

10 words to put on dating profile to guarantee a right-swipe

Notably, the top bio word for female users was 'love' whereas the most swiped-right male users, had '6ft' in their bio.

25 Sep 2018 4:07 PM

(Representational image/ Photo: Pixabay)

Facebook dating service rolling out in Colombia

Facebook chose the Latin American country as its test lab because Colombians are avid fans of using social networks to find partners.

23 Sep 2018 7:45 AM

Facebook's anticipated dating feature is on the way.

Facebook Dating enters beta mode

Facebook Dating is meant to be a separate profile and a users' Facebook friends won't see the dating profile.

06 Aug 2018 10:08 AM

While it may not always be a top agenda, being single when everyone around you is coupled can feel a little daunting. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here's why every single girl should start masturdating immediately

A far cry from its cheeky namesake, masturdating simply means to date yourself.

02 Aug 2018 9:55 AM

Here's the secret ingredient to get that first date

You may get right swiped, but your humour will land you your first date.

26 Apr 2018 3:20 PM

While people may moan about hordes of cliché photos of people posing with tigers, it doesn’t hurt to have at least one photo which is a bit different. (Photo: Pixabay)

10 mistakes you are making on dating apps

From boring photos to no information, here are mistakes people make in dating apps.

26 Apr 2018 10:27 AM

Going too heavy could leaving the date with a negative view of you. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out the one thing you should never talk about on first date

While some claim it is best to clarify everything in the first date, dating experts feels it is much better to keep things light.

12 Apr 2018 12:16 PM

If you're dating someone extremely self-absorbed, your date night conversation will most likely revolve around his or her achievements, success and interests.

6 signs you are dating a narcissist

Don't expect a narcissistic boyfriend or girlfriend to be genuinely happy for you.

07 Apr 2018 6:44 PM

Phubbing is when you ignore someone to concentrate on your cell phone. (Photo: Pixabay)

'Phubbing' may harm your relationships: study

Psychologists from the University of Kent in the UK studied the effect on individuals of being phubbed in a one-to-one social situation.

27 Mar 2018 1:24 PM

Altruism is defined by reciprocity i.e. the notion of behaving selflessly with no expectation of a reward. (Photo: AFP)

Study finds kind people get more sex

Research finds that the higher people rank in levels of altruism, the more sexual partners they had.

09 Mar 2018 10:05 AM

Infidelity is quite common among college-aged adults as they grow and learn about relationships. (Photo: Twitter/Tinder)

Dating app Tinder facilitates infidelity: study

Researchers found two personality traits they said could predict a persons likelihood to cheat on a partner: willingness and intention.

25 Feb 2018 3:55 PM

It's alwasy tempting to go back and see if there is someone out there who is just a bit more perfect. (Photo: Pixabay)

9 signs person you are dating is right for you

From good listening skills to not holding you back, here are signs your partner is right for you.

12 Feb 2018 11:20 AM

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Dating at the workplace

We get celebrities to give their take on a current issue each week and lend their perspective to a much-discussed topic.

11 Feb 2018 12:42 AM

As beards become trendy, more people are reporting this feeling which can strike at any stage in a relationship (Photo: AFP)

Shaveducking is the latest dating trend guys with facial hair should worry about

The cruel dating term means the feeling which takes over when a person wonders if they are attracted to their partner or just his beard.

01 Feb 2018 4:47 PM

Trends like ‘cushioning’ which involves having someone on the side in case the relationship goes bad are well known (Photo: AFP)

Knowing about these brutal dating trends will help you stay a step ahead

47 percent single people have experienced a trend which is all about men or women bragging too much about themselves.

31 Jan 2018 4:57 PM

Do I Date was founded by entrepreneurs James Forsyth and Terry Amsbury in early 2017. (Photo: Pixabay)

New dating app lets you review your dates

Others have expressed dislike for the idea of being so openly judged.

24 Jan 2018 9:28 AM

Boy accidentally swipes left on girl's profile, goes way out to find her

Imagine finding the woman of your dreams on Tinder and accidentally swiping left?

23 Jan 2018 5:34 PM

Die with me – a unique chatting app which only lets you chat at 5 per cent battery

A Belgium based app developer, named Dries Depoorter, has come with this refreshing idea of a messaging app

20 Jan 2018 7:03 PM

Apart from that kick-boxing, Zumba, and yoga, were also considered quite a turn-on, according to the survey. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out the one word that may help you get more dates this V Day

Survey finds 65 per cent of online daters said that dating someone who exercises regularly is important.

19 Jan 2018 10:50 AM

Results discovered that including a sport in your bio could double your chances of receiving matches, especially if you’re a man. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out what gets you more swipes on Tinder

Over course of study, each bio was updated several times so that it mentioned that person in question played different types of sport

06 Jan 2018 8:53 PM

Eye-tracking technology noted which part of the women's bodies men were looking at when they were shown the images. (Photo: Pixabay)

Alcohol makes men more likely to objectify women: study

This may inform primary prevention programs to reduce the continuum of sexual violence that women disproportionately experience.

24 Dec 2017 12:48 PM

In a world where everyone is trying to impress, a simple ‘Hi’ or ‘What’s up’ sometimes just doesn’t cut it. You have to get creative if you want to stand out from other Tinder matches. (Photo: Pixabay)

Year ender 2017: Top conversation starters on Tinder this year

Starting conversation can be a harrowing task, we list some of the best lines that were seen this past year.

23 Dec 2017 1:22 PM

The strength of Happn relies on their unique product and features: the only dating app that allows you to find the people you’ve crossed paths with in real life. (Photo: Pixabay)

Read about dating app which takes security of users very seriously

Social dating app, Happn, manually reviews every single report by users 7 days a week.

18 Dec 2017 2:47 PM

Ditch your regular cinema visits and find out about such festivals taking place near you where you both can get entertained.

Find out how you can make your date feel special

Here are some anti-cliche date ideas that will make your date more unique and let you and your beloved have a wonderful time together.

15 Dec 2017 8:15 AM

The man claimed he urgently needed money for cancer treatments for relatives. (Photo: Twitter/Tinder)

Tinder swindler who made false cancer claims gets prison

One victim was especially vulnerable because she was herself a cancer survivor.

09 Dec 2017 5:00 PM

What is the most desirable trait in romantic partner?

Here what a new study found.

03 Dec 2017 6:05 PM

Prince Harry and his new fiancee Meghan Markle’s initial courtship had to happen behind closed doors. (Photo: AP)

Royal revelation: Here's how Harry won Meghan over

Prince and his new fiancee Meghan Markle’s initial courtship had to happen behind closed doors.

28 Nov 2017 1:02 PM

Men with the most desirable personality profiles were rated more favourably than their counterparts only when they were also at least moderately attractive. (Representational Image)

Men who are not handsome not seen as potential dating material, says study

According to researchers physical attractiveness strongly influenced how women and their mothers saw the target men.

25 Nov 2017 7:59 AM

Here's what happens when women ask men out on dates!

Feminism for the win!

31 Oct 2017 7:24 PM

Women would choose an average-looking partner over a 10/10: Poll

Only 50% of people believed that their partner was better looking than them.

07 Oct 2017 8:41 PM

While online dating sites provide a valuable service by narrowing the field and identifying potential romantic prospects, they don't let one bypass the process of having to physically meet someone (Photo: Files)

Looking for a soulmate? Dating sites won’t help

Researchers found computer analysis could predict overall tendency of likes or dislikes but it could not say which two people matched.

05 Sep 2017 9:34 AM

New dating trend might be ruining relationships

Stashing is the new term for it.

20 Aug 2017 2:54 PM

Marrying a non-famous partner

With a lot of celebrities choosing a partner who is not famous, we explore what keeps them going.

30 May 2017 12:15 AM

Many single people are worried about seeming too intrusive on a first date, but the psychologists say showing genuine interest in someone can majorly boost your chances of them wanting to see you again. (Photo: Pixabay)

This is how singles can get a second date

Being nosy on your first date can help singles get another one

22 May 2017 8:00 PM

Still from Meri Brother Ki Dulhan. Picture used for representational purpose only.

Table for two

Delhi among the cheapest places in the world to date.

13 May 2017 12:07 AM

Exes Katy and Orlando attend same party

The Roar singer and the Pirates of the Caribbean actor “weren’t too friendly” at a birthday party they recently attended.

25 Apr 2017 12:13 AM

Girls, what’s the hurry?

In this era of independence, freedom of choice, eateries, and clubs to frequent, holidaying throughout the world should be one's agenda.

12 Apr 2017 12:06 AM

Sharing personal information makes the other person reciprocate (Photo: Pixabay)

First dates are more successful if you watch porn

Opening up with a professional partner makes them reciprocate and results in mutual admiration.

02 Apr 2017 2:30 PM

Kendall Jenner’s dream date

The model said she wants someone fun and who dresses well, just like her.

16 Feb 2017 12:22 AM

Only about 33 per cent claimed that they sometimes set device rules (Photo: AFP)

Around 60 percent people look at phones on dates

Despite being displeased with their partner's device usage, 24 per cent respondents said they do not set rules about device usage.

08 Feb 2017 9:14 PM

It’s complicated: Age is just a number

A few couples explain why love and maths don’t need to merge.

08 Feb 2017 7:17 AM

The fake escort website is the brainchild of French charity Mouvement du Nid and advertising agency McCann Paris (Photo credit: McCann Paris)

Fake escort site reveals reality of prostitution

‘Girls of Paradise’ may look like any other escort website on the internet, but most of the Girls of Paradise are dead.

04 Feb 2017 9:29 AM

Louis Tomlinson celebrates son’s birthday

One Direction singer Louis Tomlinson reunited with his ex to celebrate their son’s first b’day.

24 Jan 2017 12:31 AM

Couples can look to build their relationship beyond sex and focus on what they are looking at beyond that. (Photo: AFP)

'Sex detox' could change your idea about dating

Refraining from sex for a while can help people looking for long term relationships rather than casual dates

21 Jan 2017 3:54 PM

Nicola Peltz and Anwar Hadid are dating

Friends-turned-couple were spotted enjoying a romantic walk together in Beverly Hills.

21 Jan 2017 12:36 AM

Kourtney Kardashian turns heads

The rumours of the two celebrities dating first sparked off in 2015 and have been on and off since then.

18 Jan 2017 12:41 AM

Priyal Gor doesn’t want to date actors anymore

The actress is currently putting all her energies into playing the leading lady in Icchcha Pyaari Naagin.

04 Jan 2017 1:01 AM

Bella Thorne, Charlie Puth dating?

Bella Thorne was spotted showing some PDA with the singer.

21 Dec 2016 12:13 AM

Gerard Butler and Morgan Brown split

Gerard and Morgan, who began dating two years ago, were last spotted together in November.

01 Dec 2016 12:10 AM

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