Marriage
Nicki Collen Was Her Husband's Assistant Coach. Now, She's WNBA Coach Of The Year.
As Nicki Collen followed her husband from job to job, she sometimes worried that people doubted her coaching skills. Then last year she led the Atlanta Dream to the playoffs.
'Spinster’ – And Loving It
With over 50% of American women unmarried— we’ll look at the push to reclaim the word “spinster” – to be single and proud of it.
Making Our Workplaces Work For Everyone
Big thinker and working mom Anne-Marie Slaughter sparked debate when she wrote “Why Women Still Can’t Have it All.” She’s back talking about a toxic work world.
Our Dating Demographic Dilemma
The numbers that rule the dating game. We look at how demographics are making it much harder for women and changing the way we date today.
Learning How To Say ‘I Do’
Beyond the cake, the dress and the “I do’s.” Ellen McCarthy tells us what she learned about marriage as the Washington Post’s wedding reporter. Plus: looking back at the life...
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'Spinster’ – And Loving It
With over 50% of American women unmarried— we’ll look at the push to reclaim the word “spinster” – to be single and proud of it.
The Legal Logic Of Same-Sex Marriage
The Supreme Court may soon rule up or down on same-sex marriage for the whole nation. We’ll look at the legal battle shaping up before the high court.
Til Stress Do Us Part: Marriage Angst Can Be Hard On Your Heart
Marriage is hard even in the best of circumstances. But new research suggests that if things are particularly hard, the stress can take a toll on your heart -- especially...
Marriage And Income Inequality
How income inequality is shaping marriage in America in ways that will make the country even less equal.
Sandra Tsing Loh On The Mess Of A Midlife Crisis
Writer and performer Sandra Tsing Loh on raging hormones and her new book, “The Madwoman in the Volvo.”
Marriage Revisited: On Soulmates, Paramours And Avoiding Suffocation
Like sex, child-rearing and religion -- everyone's got an opinion on the topic of "how to improve marriage."
Gasping Through Marriage: Are We Asking Too Much?
According to a new marriage model, if people have the time and energy to devote to the relationship, the "oxygen" needs are met. But given other societal pressures, such as...
Nagging Wives Save Lives: Study Finds Married Folk Fare Better With Cancer
A new study finds that married people tend to fare better with cancer — with spousal support, they're diagnosed earlier, treated better and live longer.
The Outsized Power Of The Son-In Law
If a son-in-law is close to his wife's parents, that seems to bode well for his marriage, new research suggests.
Goodbye Yente: Online Dating Trumps Traditional Matchmaking, Study Finds
Goodbye Yente: Online Dating Trumps Traditional Matchmaking, Study Finds
Carey On Marriage: Just Say Yes!
Carey On Marriage: Just Say Yes!
Bride Anxiety: Coping With The Stress Of The Perfect Day
Exploring Bride Anxiety
Marriage And Divorce Both Put On The Pounds, Study Finds
Both marriage and divorce add on the pounds
Dan Savage On Infidelity For A More Stable Marriage
Is infidelity good for marriage?
New iPhone App: The Marriage Killer
Is the iphone killing your marriage?