Separation Anxiety

A debate on Tik Tok has sparked a larger conversation about what women should and should not expect in a romantic relationship. Some men say they feel like they can’t do anything right because of “unwritten rules” in a relationship. Apparently what many women believe are the bare minimum expectations, read more like princess treatment to a lot of guys. We discuss the 11 expectations many women have when it comes to dating.

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There were a few solo ladies at last night’s Met Gala: Blake Lively sans Ryan Reynolds, Zoe Kravitz without Harry Styles, but it was no mystery where Kylie Jenner’s beau was when she was photographed alone! Timothée Chalamet was spotted courtside at the Knicks game. A lot of folks weighing in on whether it’s OK to go your separate ways when you’re in the same city, a few blocks away, on fashion’s biggest night. Some have even suggested it was strategic, apparently there’s a “met gala curse” with a long list of couples who have broken up within months of attending the gala together.

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Birthrates have been declining for years here in the U.S., but for those 45 and up they’re increasing by double digits. Actress Cameron Diaz and her husband, 47-year-old Benji Madden just announced the birth of their son, Nautus. The couple has been very private about the details of their growing family, but they are on a sizable list of notable, older parents. While some people may have negative comments about the impact to the child, many recent studies have found that having children later in life, thanks to modern technology, has increased health benefits for both the parents and the child. 

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A new survey found where women have their best chats and a surprising number of those conversations result in lasting friendships!  It’s the only place where there are a reported 2.4 billion stranger-to-stranger exchanges each year.   Turns out this may be the one place where us women are at our best with each other; generous, emotionally available and willing to help a stranger. 

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Late Thursday, Taylor Frankie Paul and her ex, Dakota Mortenson faced an Utah judge together, who made their respective restraining orders permanent. Both must stay 100 feet away from one another for the next three years. The judge called the pair toxic and acknowledged “there’s been violence both ways between these parties” as he set a later date to decide custody for their year old son, Ever.  Dakota currently has custody, Taylor only has 8 hours of supervised visits a week.

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The reviews are in, as the long anticipated sequel of “The Devil Wears Prada” finally hits theaters this weekend, 20 years after the original. The consensus…. If you loved the original, you’re probably gonna like this latest installment. But does who you see the movie with matter? Can you, or more importantly, SHOULD you even attempt to bring your guy (who hasn’t even seen the original)?  We pose some serious pros and cons to consider before making this a date night movie.

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The internet is going wild after Megan Thee Stallion took to Instagram stories to bash her now ex-boyfriend, NBA star Klay Thompson, writing that he cheated on her while she was hanging around his "whole family playing house."  Megan posted the breakup message to her fans before going on to star in her Saturday evening Broadway performance in "Moulin Rouge, The Musical." As of this recording, Thompson has not officially responded or commented, but the Grammy award winning singer has followed up on her post by confirming that she has ended her relationship with Thompson.

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A Harvard trained psychologist who specializes in romantic relationships is sharing her research on what makes a happy, connected couple. Dr. Cortney Warren says if you ask your partner these 8 questions regularly, it will help improve your communication and help you both feel seen and heard.

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New England Patriots Coach Mike Vrabel addressed the escalating photo scandal involving NFL reporter Dianna Russini once again, just as the NFL Draft was getting underway. However, he didn’t clarify what he was taking accountability for necessarily, fueling additional speculation. Thursday, more cozy photos of Vrabel and Russini surfaced from a NYC bar in 2020 to a casino in 2024. Vrabel said he hasn’t met the standards he sets for himself, while Russini deleted her X account shortly after the new pictures were published.

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Just when we thought we were done hearing from Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel on the photo controversy that cost NFL reporter Dianna Russini her job, he announces he is seeking counseling over the issue. Vrabel says he will miss the final day of the NFL draft, when the Patriots have 8 selections, in order to “be the best husband, father and coach that I can possibly be.” 

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