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Couples who spend money in trade of time will end up happier together
2+ hour, 47+ min ago (702+ words) It turns out, love may benefit from a little less labour. Couples who spend money on time-saving services " like getting takeout, hiring a house cleaner or calling a dog walker " report greater relationship satisfaction , especially during stressful periods, says Ashley…...
Sarawak ethnic groups yet to decide on minimum age for marriage, says SWWS
6+ day, 14+ hour ago (346+ words) Tuesday, 03 Feb 2026 KUCHING: Ethnic groups in Sarawak have yet to decide on a suitable minimum marriage age to be specified in their respective native customary laws, according to the Sarawak Women for Women Society (SWWS). However, SWWS said they agreed…...
‘I can touch the grass’
2+ week, 1+ day ago (700+ words) Sunday, 25 Jan 2026 Some tweens and teens like Jayanthi are excited to spend time outside with friends. " 123rf RAYYAN Abdul has been checking his mobile phone to see if he can still use his social media accounts. So far, the 14-year-old has…...
Political families united as Azmin Ali’s son weds Hishammuddin Hussein’s niece
2+ week, 2+ day ago (243+ words) Saturday, 24 Jan 2026 Azmin Ali (left) talking to Hishammuddin Hussein at the latter's son's wedding. SHAH ALAM: In a rare blend of personal and political ties, the families of two prominent Malaysian political figures were joined through marriage this week. Sabrina,…...
Refer to official religious authorities for marital advice, not 'coach cerai', says Deputy Minister
2+ week, 6+ day ago (187+ words) Tuesday, 20 Jan 2026 KUALA LUMPUR: Muslims should refer to official religious authorities for marital advice rather than unauthorised "divorce coaches" (coach cerai), says Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Marhamah Rosli. She urged the public to seek guidance…...
Thai political power, the New Alternative Party, floats state matchmaking to fix birth rates
3+ week, 5+ hour ago (282+ words) BANGKOK(Bloomberg): With the birth rate in Thailand falling fast, one political party jockeying for position ahead of the country's snap election next month reckons it has the answer: step in to help citizens find love. Under a proposal unveiled…...
Help! AI is ruining my relationship with my spouse
3+ week, 21+ hour ago (1687+ words) Monday, 19 Jan 2026 Since ChatGPT entered the public consciousness in late 2022, large language model (LLM) chatbots have moved beyond the professional setting; quietly altering how people communicate, seek support, and form personal connections. " Freepik When conversations at home fall silent, some Malaysians…...
Humans rank just below beavers when it comes to monogamy, study shows
3+ week, 4+ day ago (529+ words) Wednesday, 14 Jan 2026 Humans sit somewhere between beavers and white-handed gibbons, with about 66% of siblings being full siblings, a study has found. "JULIAN STRATENSCHULTE/dpa Modern humans belong to a small minority of monogamous mammals and, in terms of partner fidelity,…...
Can you optimise love?
3+ week, 6+ day ago (927+ words) Tuesday, 13 Jan 2026 Cuddle puddles at the Love Symposium, at The Commons in San Francisco. A group of tech executives, app developers and Silicon Valley philosophers is seeking to streamline the messy matters of the heart. " Jason Henry/The New York…...
Kento Momota announces marriage, keeps bride's identity under wraps
1+ mon, 14+ hour ago (208+ words) Friday, 09 Jan 2026 PETALING JAYA: Badminton great Kento Momota has shared happy news off the court after confirming that he has tied the knot. The 31-year-old made the announcement on his social media platforms on Friday (Jan. 9). Instead, he posted an…...