Though dating apps hold the promising reward of love, they have been accused of using manipulative tactics to mentally and financially exploit those who try to find it.
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If you know me, you must know my love of the show Bridgerton, so trust me when I say that I had my calendar blocked off for the release of the show’s fourth season.
I grew up in a home that celebrated everything. Every Christmas was a celebration, every Easter was an egg hunt, every Halloween was a full decked out (not scary at all) haunted house.
I should start with full transparency: I’ve never had a romantic partner. I can, however, cook, which means I’m at least useful in one Valentine’s-adjacent way.
Former Governor Phil Murphy signed over 100 bills into law shortly before his term ended last month, with legislation ranging from new e-bike restrictions and mandatory cursive lessons to 2026 FIFA World Cup advertising funding.
Valentine’s Day is a holiday centered around romantic love. It’s meant to celebrate connection and relationships, but for a lot of people, especially those who are single, it can feel more like a reminder of what they don’t have.
For someone who is quite vocal about their aversion to writing, I have written a lot more than I could have ever dreamed.
The Victorian Language of Flowers was used for decades to relay feelings that people had a hard time expressing or were too embarrassed to share.
Winter in college hits differently. The days are shorter, the weather is colder, and suddenly even the idea of leaving your dorm feels exhausting.
I can say with full confidence now that I am truly in love with the concept of music. It has changed my life.