Repeal of gay ban welcomed by civilian partners
NEW YORK (AP) — After 19 years hiding her relationship with an active-duty Army captain, Cathy Cooper is getting ready to exhale. On Tuesday, the policy known as “don’t ask, don’t tell” will expire. And Cooper will dare speak her love’s name in public. “This is life-changing,” said Cooper, choking up. “I just want to [...]
Single and Unmarried Americans As Family and Community Members
CHICAGO /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The following is being released by Dr. Naomi Gerstel, University of Massachusetts: Unmarried and singles’ week celebrates the lives of many Americans. In 2010, this group included 99.6 million people — close to half (43.6 percent) of U.S. residents 18 and older. Over their life course, many more people will move in [...]
Ms. Philippines’ Bar for Marriage
Manila, Philippines – And so Ms. Leila Lopes or Ms. Angola is the Ms. Universe 2011 winner, placing here in an elite group of world beauties to win the prestigious award over 89 other hopefuls. Only 25 years old, Leila now also holds the distinction of being the first Angolan of landing her country for [...]
Dutch woman calls ex-boyfriend 65,000 times
AMSTERDAM (AP) — Dutch prosecutors are charging a 42-year-old woman with stalking after she allegedly called her ex-boyfriend 65,000 times in the past year.
Sexist Men, Women May Be a Good Fit
SUNDAY, Sept. 4 (HealthDay News) — When it comes to aggressive courtship strategies, sexist men and women seem to be perfect for each other, new research suggests.