Married student loan holders face complex financial decisions regarding tax filing statuses and income-driven repayment plans, particularly after the introduction of the U.S. Department of Education's new Repayment Assistance Plan, which can increase the 'marriage penalty.'
Nigeria's Kano state government sponsors mass wedding for 1,500 low-income couples, providing dowries, furniture, and startup capital, amidst challenges of fraud and economic desperation
Adelaide's Ondeen restaurant and cellar door in Verdun has unexpectedly closed, leaving multiple wedding couples out of pocket and scrambling for new venues, amidst a disputed landlord-tenant situation over rent payments.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, Nigeria, has organized a two-day mass wedding for 1,500 financially struggling couples, providing dowries, business support, and household items.
Around 1,500 couples married in a mass wedding organized by Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf in northern Nigeria, receiving dowries, business support, and household items in an effort to aid low-income families and promote social stability.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung pledged to review government policies that disadvantage young married couples in housing loans and welfare benefits, aiming to remove marriage penalties.
Three UK couples share their weekly expenses, leading to unexpected discussions about spending habits, financial priorities, and relationship dynamics.
Germany's Civil Partnership Act, enacted August 1, 2001, marked a crucial step for same-sex couples, granting legal recognition and rights despite initial discrimination. It paved the way for "marriage for all" in 2017, a hard-won victory amidst political and societal debate, though challenges like rising hate crimes persist.
Increasingly, younger couples in the US and UK are opting for prenuptial agreements to protect their financial interests, regardless of wealth differences, citing practicality and open communication as key benefits.
Proposed UK wedding law changes would allow marriages in unconventional locations, easing restrictions for couples seeking personalized ceremonies, but some fear the erosion of traditional marriage values.
Four Honduran citizens, two married couples, drowned in Ohio's Scioto River while attempting to rescue a distressed swimmer. Their bodies have been recovered, and their two children are in official care, awaiting repatriation to Honduras.
Queensland Health's updated fertility guidance, defining same-sex couples who both carry pregnancies as two families for donor limits, has a "devastating" impact on couples like Kate Cantrell and Jessie Fraher seeking more children, prompting calls for legislative clarity.
In Ecuador, a couple married with their Pekingese dog, Luna, stamping her paw print on the marriage certificate as a symbolic witness. This is part of a new policy allowing "pet friendly" weddings, with over 50 couples having married with their pets since May.
Throuples, or three-person romantic relationships, are gaining visibility but are fraught with challenges. Personal accounts reveal intense emotional dynamics, jealousy, and power imbalances, leading to relationship breakdowns. While some cities offer protections for polyamorous individuals, legal recognition remains elusive, and societal backlash is growing.
A same-sex couple has filed a petition in the Bombay High Court challenging Section 56(2)(x) of the Income Tax Act, which exempts gifts between spouses from tax. They argue that denying this benefit to same-sex couples is discriminatory as Indian law does not recognize their relationships as marriages. The Income Tax Department opposes the plea, calling it "misconceived" and an attempt to use tax law for marriage recognition.
Heal Fertility, a Hong Kong clinic linked to Antony Leung Kam-chung, is under investigation by health authorities and police due to a rare mix-up involving embryo biopsy specimens. The incident occurred during pre-implantation genetic testing for two couples.
We-Vibe, a leader in couples' sex toys since 2008, revolutionized the market with Bluetooth-enabled devices allowing long-distance connection. The company offers a wide range of products and is currently running several promotions, including a summer sale with up to 50% off, a free toy with orders over $199, 15% off for email sign-ups, and 20% off for students and key workers.
A growing number of Indian couples are using GLP-1 injections like Ozempic and Mounjaro for rapid weight loss before their weddings, driven by societal pressure and social media expectations. Medical professionals express concern over misuse, potential counterfeits, and health risks.
Vietnam is implementing new incentives, including cash bonuses and housing priority, to encourage couples to have more children and combat a declining fertility rate, aiming to sustain its export boom.
Modern couples are increasingly adopting 'no-gift' policies for weddings, opting for cash donations towards experiences or funds instead of traditional registries. Guests navigate questions of appropriate amounts, with contributions varying based on relationships and cultural norms.
Following a fiancé's sudden death, Amelia faced legal and financial ruin due to lack of marriage and a will. England and Wales are now consulting on proposals to grant inheritance and financial rights to cohabiting couples, mirroring laws in Sweden and Australia, though questions remain about opt-out clauses and the necessity of the system.
Singaporean couples are increasingly opting for a "dink" (dual income, no kids) lifestyle, citing career priorities, the high cost of raising children, and a desire to maintain personal freedom. Many, like doctor Clare and project manager Cara Lee, question the societal obligation to have children, preferring their current unencumbered lives.
La Cour de cassation française a décidé que l'interdiction de la GPA en France ne peut suffire à refuser la filiation d'enfants nés par GPA à l'étranger, apportant un soulagement aux centaines de couples concernés.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court cautioned advocates against advising couples to seek police protection without genuine threat, calling it a potential ritual. The court questioned the practice after a woman stated she married willingly and faced no danger, yet an advocate charged Rs 40,000 for the marriage and protection.
