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What Do All of The Red Equal Signs on Facebook and Twitter Profiles Mean? Find Out Why They're Popping Up on Social Media

Nick Cooper — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:15:05 +0000

If you’ve been on Facebook or Twitter today, you’ve undoubtedly noticed several people changing their profile picture to a red equal sign that is spreading rapidly around the web. What is this supposed to signify? The emergence of these symbols is a social media effort to show support for equal human rights as the U.S. Supreme Court [...]

Who's Happier: Married Men or Single Men?

Shauna Wright — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 16:06:24 +0000

Married men may sometimes look at the freedoms enjoyed by their single buddies with envy, but a new study shows that guys who’ve tied the knot are actually happier overall. Michigan State University researchers worked with a group of 1,300 people and found that while they weren’t necessarily happier after getting married, they were [...]

What Is a Commuter Marriage and Why Is It Growing in Popularity?

Mike Adams — Wed, 16 May 2012 14:55:52 +0000

There is a growing trend among America’s married couples that appears to be gaining ground as a result of a challenging economy and unsettled job market.

That trend is the commuter marriage. But what is it?

Is Your Cell Phone Or Your Spouse More Helpful? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:58:27 +0000

It wasn’t so long ago that all you could do on a cell phone is make or receive calls.

Now these amazing mini-computers will tell you where you are, where you need to go, and provide you a movie to watch while you get there. Spouses, on the other hand, more or less have the same abilities as they’ve always had.

What Do Married People Buy Without Telling Their Spouses?

Tom Morgan — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:30:55 +0000

Question: According to a recent survey, 20 percent of the money married people spend without telling their spouse is spent on this. What is it? Answer: Lottery tickets. You think hitting the jackpot is a long shot? Your significant other not getting mad when he or she finds out your blowing money on scratch-off tickets [...]

Does Marriage Make Men Healthier?

Damon Young — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:06:14 +0000

“It makes even less sense when you realize that being single is bad for your health.”

My friend Kim made this statement during a heated group discussion about men and marriage a few weeks ago.

Deputy Sheriff Pops the Question to Dispatcher Over Police Radio [VIDEO]

Andy Scott — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 22:11:55 +0000

‘Good Morning America’ reported on a Florida deputy sheriff who found a unique way to propose marriage to his girlfriend — over police radio.

Deputy Joseph Bracey proposed to Ashley West, who works as a Brevard County sheriff dispatcher, over a county-wide police channel. “I love you and I want to spend the rest of my life with you. Will you marry me?” he asked.

The Amount Of Sleep A Wife Gets Linked To Health Of Marriage

Steve Tanko — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 18:57:45 +0000

Everyone knows that a good nights sleep is crucial to their overall health. But, a new study adds more information in a gender-specific way; It appears that the less sleep the wife gets directly affects the quality of the relationship. This new research may change the way that the medical profession treats sleep [...]

This Week in Viral Videos: An Artsy Marriage Proposal, 84-Egg Sandwich and More

Kool Staff — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 13:30:19 +0000

The last seven days was a lively week for viral videos. From creative (and colorful) marriage proposals to Bradley Cooper’s impressive and surprisingly fluent French interview, this week’s virals had something for everyone. We’ve picked our 10 favorites from the week, which you can check out after the jump. The World’s Most Creative Marriage Proposal? [...]

Survey Gauges Global Feelings On Adultery

Kool Staff — Wed, 25 May 2011 22:27:22 +0000

It's a good thing Arnold Schwarzenegger's recent philandering came to light after he left office because it would have severely hindered his chances at getting re-elected governor of California.

A new survey of 12,500 singles from around the world by the online dating site Zoosk has shed light on opinions about cheating.

Long-Lasting Marriages On The Rise Says Census

Rayman — Fri, 20 May 2011 20:10:34 +0000

I'm glad the divorce rate is down and marriages are lasting longer. I hate to say it, but my guess is the decision to stay together is mostly based on economics.
According to a new report from the U.S. Census Bureau. The report says that fewer Americans are getting married, and more marriages are lasting longer.