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Axios readers across the U.S. say the worst part of moving into separate beds is the judgment from others — but they're not losing sleep over it. Why it matters: A little separation could be the best thing for your health — and marriage. Bonnie Seals and her...

Why sleep divorce works, according to real couples and experts

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Couples are commonly sleeping apart as they grow more aware of the importance of a good night's rest, according to Phyllis Zee, a sleep expert at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine.Why it matters: A little separation could be the best thing for your health — and marriage.The big picture: Sleep is essential for "literally every system in your body," from metabolism to regulating emotions, and having your own beds doesn't necessarily mean your relationship is on the rocks, says Molly Atwood, a sleep expert at Johns Hopkins Medicine."There shouldn't be any stigma attached to it," Atwood tells Axios.What they're...

Why some Chicago couples are sleeping apart

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A couple may have just broken the record for one of the most short-lived marriages, lasting just three minutes. Reports claim that the couple from Kuwait called it quits when the groom mocked his bride as they were pronounced husband and wife, who he allegedly called 'stupid' for tripping up. Subsequently, they didn't even make it out of the wedding ceremony as newlyweds.The bizarre story soon surfaced on X/Twitter, with one person writing: "I went to a wedding where the groom spent his speech making fun of his wife like it was some kind of roast, as did her father....

Couple divorce just 3 minutes into their marriage after groom's comment about bride during wedding

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Every relationship has its challenges but one woman has had enough of her husband’s unusual car habit, to the point where she is now considering divorce. 

Posting on the popular Reddit AITA forum, the mom explains how this week his quirk has become unmanageable.

“I have been married to my husband for two years, “ the woman begins.

“He has a habit of sitting in the car for five-ten minutes before entering the house. I don’t know why he does it, but he talked about a past traumatic experience he had when he came home and caught his ex cheating on him. 

“[the habit has previously] caused many fights...

I asked my husband for a divorce because of this weird habit

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

Patrick Mahomes Reveals He's 'Done' Having Kids with Wife Brittany Mahomes After Baby No. 3

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A man on Reddit is considering leaving his wife of eight years after discovering she cheated on him years ago at her bachelorette party. "Happy relationship, happy life, stable finances, a good house and both working. However, this changed for me last year when I learned she cheated on me at her bachelorette party with a dancer (stripper?)," he began.

Man Considers Divorce After Learning Wife Cheated at Her Bachelorette Party

Former President Trump has been in a foul mood the past few weeks and has repeatedly called Vice President Harris a "bitch" in private, the N.Y. Times' Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan report. Why it matters: Axios has written extensively about this as the girls vs. boys election, with Democrats...

Report: Trump calls Harris a "bitch"

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I have encountered many people who struggle within their marriages yet find themselves unable to leave. Besides the fact that the average divorce costs $12k to $15k and up, there are a lot of reasons why people stay in unhappy marriages.

Why We Stick It Out in Failing Marriages

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Marriage is one of the oldest and most sacred traditions of humanity. Unfortunately, though, the odds are that you or someone you know is considering divorce. Your friends make jokes like, “He will be a great first marriage,” but are they really even joking anymore? Personally, having just gotten married three weeks ago, I thought this was a good topic to explore statistically.

How to not get divorced

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Jacksonville Today

A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

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"I came home from school and found a brochure on the kitchen table: How to Tell Your Kids You're Getting a Divorce."

19 Devastating Stories From People With Divorced Parents That'll Make You Think Twice About Getting Married

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What is a situationship? Are they healthy, casual relationships? Or toxic dynamics that are hard to break out of? This dating writer tapped a psychologist to answer all of your burning questions, plus advice on what to do if you’re stuck in a situationship.

What Is a Situationship? Here’s What a Psychologist Told Me About the Modern Dating Phenomenon

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Marriage counseling can be a pivotal step for couples experiencing difficulties in their relationship. It offers a safe space to address issues, improve communication and work toward a healthier partnership. However, the process often involves confronting uncomfortable truths and answering tough questions that can be challenging but ultimately transformative. Here are seven tough questions marriage counselors will likely ask during your sessions.

7 tough questions marriage counselors will ask

It's often the things that are left unsaid that cause the most problems in our relationships: the expectations that we didn't communicate (which usually lead to disappointment and deep-rooted resentment). The times that we were actually hurt and said it was "fine" (resulting in disconnection and emotional distancing through the years). The lack of shared vision and values (transforming into passive-aggressive or just plain ol' aggressive interactions).

6 Conversations Every Couple Needs To Have, From A Marriage Therapist

Most new couples avoid an important discussion that could set the tone for the future of their relationship: the money talk. Administering a 20-point money mindset questionnaire on the second date is a great way to kill the mood and send a potential mate running for the hills. My now-husband...

More Couples Should Have the Money Talk. Here’s Why (and How to Do It)

People often tell white lies in a relationship to keep their partner happy and protect the peace. However, some deceptions are less benign, serving to save face or manipulate a partner. Honesty and open communication are important to maintain a healthy, loving relationship. When we truly love someone, we often...

The 4 Kinds of Lies That Couples Tell Each Other

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

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These daily habits don't take a lot of effort, but they make a big difference.

13 Little Things Couples Who Have Been Married 30+ Years Do Every Day

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

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Why sleep divorce works for some DMV couples

Multiple Axios D.C. readers say the worst thing about sleep divorce is the judgment from others — but they're not losing sleep over it. Why it...

Why sleep divorce works for some DMV couples

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