How to Cope with Unrequited Love: A Guide
Discover how to process and move on from one-sided love, with wisdom drawn from the Guardian's Notes & Queries column. Learn to heal and grow from the experience.
Discover how to process and move on from one-sided love, with wisdom drawn from the Guardian's Notes & Queries column. Learn to heal and grow from the experience.
Comedian Mel McGlensey shares how a moment in Brooklyn Bridge Park led her to follow her heart across the world to marry Doug. Discover their unique love story.
Jenny and Sara's Guardian Blind Date was a 10/10 success, featuring a kiss in a lesbian bar, dancing until 2am, and a mutual wish for more food. Read their charming story.
A woman recounts her 10-hour date that spiralled into a London strip club, where an unexpected connection with a dancer named Sapphire became the most memorable part. Read her cringe-worthy and hilarious story.
Miley, 28, from Cardiff, shares her intimate diary of navigating dating apps, healing from betrayal, and rediscovering intimacy after over a year without sex. Read her candid story.
A viral TikTok video sparks debate on why Australian men don't flirt like Americans. Is it tall poppy syndrome or a cultural preference? Explore the transatlantic dating divide.
A festive fling with a panto prince in London has this writer questioning if love built on Christmas magic can endure the January blues. Discover the reality behind the fairy lights.
A woman with cerebral palsy recounts the blunt first-date question she's faced for years and why 'stay positive' advice fails to tackle disability stigma. Read her powerful story.
The underrated art of snogging is tipped for a major revival in 2026, driven by TikTok trends and a desire for more mindful intimacy. Relationship experts explain why a good kiss can be more intimate than sex.
A man confesses his secret obsession with wearing his girlfriend's knickers, fearing it will end his relationship. An expert advises on self-acceptance and honesty. Read the full dilemma and advice.
A woman shares her devastating dating story after her crush used her to get closer to her friend. Read her cautionary tale of queer dating and betrayal.
Dara, 24, and Alexia, 24, share their Guardian Blind Date experience over dinner in London. They scored the evening 8/10, enjoyed a pub after, and would meet again as friends. Read their full story.
Dee Whitnell shares how intimacy with a fellow trans person revealed the profound difference between bare-minimum allyship from cis men and true, affirming acceptance. Read her powerful story.
Love Island All Stars' Sean Stone vows to ditch his cringe sweet-themed puns after his mum's complaint. The star promises a more authentic approach as the show returns on January 12.
Timothée Chalamet's heartfelt award speech for Kylie Jenner sparks a cultural shift. Experts explain why 'loud love' and yearning are replacing emotional coolness in modern dating.
An activist hacker has breached and deleted the WhiteDate site, leaking thousands of user profiles. Data reveals members across the US, UK, and Europe. Read the full investigation.
A clinical psychologist shares how a client tackled feelings of defectiveness and built a life aligned with her values, with or without a partner. Learn key strategies for modern dating.
A woman shares her cringe-worthy one-night stand with a 28-year-old virgin who didn't know what he was doing. Discover why communication in the bedroom is key.
From pensions to premium bonds, discover the top digital tools to save, budget, and boost your financial health in the new year. Start your 2026 money resolution today.
Financial analyst Karyshma, 27, met radiographer Arun, 36, for a Guardian Blind Date at Parrillan in London. Despite a lost contact lens, they rated the evening highly and exchanged numbers. Read their full review.
A woman shares her cringe-worthy Hinge date story where a man's compliments turned to insults after she turned down his request to stay the night. Read her full account of modern dating woes.
A decade after 'ghosting' went mainstream, Gen Z has created a vast new lexicon for modern romance. Explore 51 hyperspecific terms defining love, sex, and bad behaviour in today's messy dating landscape.
The Inbetweeners star Emily Atack is reportedly the frontrunner to host the Disney Plus revival of the classic dating show Blind Date, 22 years after Cilla Black's final episode. Find out why producers think she's the perfect fit.
Discover the leading investment apps for UK savers in 2025. Learn how to start with just £1, automate your savings, and explore platforms like Chip, Trading 212, and Moneybox.
Discover GameCentral's definitive list of the 10 greatest mobile games of 2025, from Destiny: Rising to The Valley Of The Architects. Find your next gaming obsession for iOS and Android.
New data reveals a major shift in dating preferences. Women now value creativity and emotional intelligence over height and finance jobs. Discover why the 'ideal man' has changed.
Discover five top-rated apps to help you achieve your 2026 goals, from building a house deposit with Plum to learning first aid. Start your self-improvement journey today.
Ex-Chelsea star Christian Pulisic hits out at 'made-up' stories about his personal life after bizarre rumours link him to Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney. Get the full story.
A man's journey from a Grindr connection to a devastating long-distance breakup in LA reveals the painful realities of mismatched expectations in modern queer relationships. Read his story.
Philip Channells recounts the instant connection with Sean that began online in 2005, defied distance, and has flourished for two decades. Discover the moment he knew.