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Is the Male Version of Karen a Thing? The Internet Has Stories

The male version of Karen, aka Kevin, is all too real.

These Vintage Thanksgiving Photos Remind Us What It’s All About

Sixty small children from New Yorks tenements ate a turkey-less Thanksgiving dinner (of beef loaf) Nov. 20, 1940 and dropped 120 pennies in a plate in front of an empty place representing war-afflicted British children overseas. The pennies will be sent to purchase food for British youngsters. Saying grace before the turkey-shaped loaf are (left to right) Theadore Timms, Margaret Mackin, 4; John Hanley, 5; Joan Barthelmess, 5, and Edward Sloconi, 5. (AP Photo)

Say happy Thanksgiving with these nostalgic snapshots.

Easy Couples Therapy Exercises to Try With Your Partner

Here are some of the best couples therapy exercises that anyone can try to help improve the connection with their partner.

30 Questions to Ask Potential Roommates

Having a roommate can come with perks — if you do your research up front. Try out these 30 questions to ask a potential roommate to avoid a headache.

How to Talk About Sex With Your Partner

Embarrassed? Don't be. Here's how to start the conversation.

These Powerful Pride Quotes Say Everything

It's important to remember the LGBTQ pioneers who risked everything to be themselves.

Wild Facts About Debbie Rowe, Michael Jackson's Ex-Wife

Michael Jackson's ex-wife isn't quite what she was made out to be by the paparazzi.

How to Identify (and Banish) an Energy Vampire

Toxic relationships are so last year.

Key Questions for Couples to Help Any Relationship

Our only regret is not asking these sooner.

Funniest Ways to Say 'Happy Birthday Sister'

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It's not too late to remind her she'll always be older than you.

What’s Your Love Language? Let’s Find Out

Knowing your love language can help your relationships in so many ways. Discover which of the five languages you speak in this fun love language quiz.

31 Meaningful Tattoo Ideas That Speak to What Really Matters

Meaningful tattoos can mean a design that immortalizes a loved one or makes a memory permanent.

Teen Romance Movies Too Controversial for Today

These teen classics might not be so popular anymore.

30 of the Most Famous Breakups in History

These breakups were some of the most gut-churning and heart-wrenching of all time, with many of them changing the world forever.

30 Best Movies for All the Single Ladies and Fellas

Whether you’re single by choice or otherwise, these movies are for you.

Funny Valentine’s Day Memes Everyone Loves

Laughter is in the air.

70 Funny Family Christmas Photos to Get in the Holiday Mood

These family Christmas photos will tickle your funny bone all year long.

Vintage Christmas Photos You Won't Believe Are Real

What did Christmas look like before you were born?

57 Inspiring Native American Tattoos

Celebrate Native American culture with these jaw-dropping tattoos.

Inside Look: 30 Most Famous Cults in History

These are some of the most famous cults that have ever existed, and many of them are still practicing today.

29 Funny Pickup Lines You Shouldn’t Try at Home

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Have pickup lines ever worked? If you used any of these, it’s not likely.

100+ Captions for Instagram Couples

We've got you and your honey covered with lots of Insta caption ideas to choose from.

Everything '90s Kids Did That Wouldn’t Fly Today

We thought we were so cool in the '90s, but what were we thinking?

30 Worst Royal Family Scandals of All Time

FILE - In this Aug. 4, 1987 file photo, Britain's Diana, Princess of Wales, left, and Britain's Queen Elizabeth II smile to well-wishers outside Clarence House in London. The crowd wanted to wish Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, a happy 87th birthday. It has been 20 years since the death of Princess Diana in a car crash in Paris and the outpouring of grief that followed the death of the “people’s princess.” (AP Photo/Martin Cleaver, File)

These controversies were the talk of every town.

Most Ridiculous Astrology Questions on Google

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People asked. We answered.

Don’t Try These at Home: 30 First-Date Mistakes to Avoid

We could list hundreds of dating mistakes to avoid, but instead, how’s about 30 of the top first-date no-nos?

Greatest Disney Villains, Ranked by Evilness

These characters are the best at being the worst.

Funniest T-Shirts You'll Ever See

Need a good laugh? Now you can wear it.

Things You Should Never Say to People With Kids

Avoid these common mistakes that make you look like a jerk.

Marriage No-Nos for Newlyweds to Ensure Wedded Bliss

Hooray, you made it through the wedding! Now the real work of your marriage begins.

How to Stop Asian Hate

Racism is far from over. Here's how you can help the Asian-American community.

20 Hilarious Truths About Marriage With Kids

Here are 20 ways marriage changes after you have kids — the good, the bad and the ugly that we can all relate to with a sense of humor.

25 Most Popular Surnames in the World

For those looking to learn more about their heritage, check out the history of the world's most popular surnames.

Find Love in These 25 States

While finding your partner can feel like a monumental task at times, some states happen to be luckier than others when it comes to love.

How to Plan the Perfect Micro Wedding

If you’re thinking small for your big day, here’s everything you need to know about planning a micro wedding.

14 Reasons Friends Are the Best Family You’ve Ever Had

The perks of extended family are many, but here are the key reasons millennials are turning to friends more than ever.

Worst States for Infidelity, Ranked

Judging by the numbers, infidelity is very common, but if you want to lessen your chances of being cheated on, you can avoid these states.

24 Relationship Red Flags That Scream ‘Run’

If you know what to look for in a relationship, it becomes easy to spot signs that indicate the good, the bad and the downright ugly.

The History of Bachelor and Bachelorette Party Traditions

The history of bachelor and bachelorette parties goes all the way back to the Spartan days.

Surefire Signs Your Partner Is Cheating

If you recognize four or more of these signs, your partner may be cheating.

51 Surreal Visuals That Explore Life, Death and Nature

Marcus Conge is a digital artist who takes artificial subjects and manipulates them to morph with the natural world.

35 Maps That Show How Different Men and Women Really Are

Your gender and where you live might determine how much you earn, how long you go to school and what cancers you have to worry about.

Everything You Need to Know About Getting a Vasectomy

Here are the most common fears men have about getting a vasectomy that, in reality, don’t add up.

The Number of Children With Incarcerated Parents Is on the Rise

The number of children with incarcerated parents represents about 2.7 million (or 3.6 percent) of the total U.S. child population.

What Grieving Means From One Culture to the Next

Take comfort in knowing you’re far from alone as you learn what grieving means around the world.

The Best Relationship Advice That TV Can Offer

These TV relationships may be fictional, but the lessons are very real.

Here Are the Best States for Singles

Single and ready to mingle? These 20 states offer the best opportunities for dating.

Fame and Fortune Led to Bad Luck for These Cursed Families

While fame and money go hand-in-hand, there’s also a high susceptibility to bad luck when it comes to these prominent families.

The Existence of the Middle Child Is Being Threatened

As fertility rates are dropping and people are choosing to have fewer children, the very existence of the middle child is being threatened.

The 50 Most Iconic Family Moments of the Last 100 Years

Check out 50 of the most iconic moments that impacted American families throughout the last 100 years.

Most Famous Child Kidnappings We Can’t Forget

These stories tell the cruelties of child kidnappings but also the heroic acts that led to putting systems (like the AMBER Alert) in place to help missing children.

How to Create New Family When You Live Far From Home

Here are 17 ways to empower yourself to connect, deepen and extend your relationships to create new family and a sense of belonging right where you live.

States Where You’re Most Likely to Get Divorced

When it comes to living happily ever after, these 30 states rank the worst.

The Most Toxic Ways Bosses Affected Family Time

Toxic bosses not only ruin your workday, but their special brand of awfulness can also affect your time off the clock.

Interesting Facts and Myths Behind Arranged Marriage

The reasons for arranged marriage are often cultural or religious, and many people believe the choice works for them.

Online Dating Horror Stories That Are Too Crazy to Make Up

Online dating can be the stuff of nightmares.

The Most Stunning Places to Get Engaged

From mountain tops to the world's most stunning beaches, these are the ultimate places for your partner to say, “Yes.”

Older Generations Prove Dating Gets Better With Age

Sex, romance and love over 60 has us intrigued.

What Not to Say to an Adult Child of Divorce

Experiencing the breakup of a family unit is never easy, no matter how old you are.

Everything You Need to Know About Sex After Childbirth

Take advantage of these expert tips to make jumping back between the sheets — for something other than sleep — a little easier.

How to Not Suck at Dating

Revolutionize your dating approach with these easy tips.

17 Old Wives’ Tales About Getting Pregnant

These old wives’ tales are mostly false, but there’s some fascinating science behind some of the truer ones.

14 Extraordinary Ways to Celebrate Marriage Across the Globe

What new bride or groom wouldn’t want their siblings dancing in ugly socks to earn them money?

What Not to Say to Childless Couples

You may love your kids and your life as a parent, but be sensitive to those whose circumstances differ.

Movie Pick-Up Lines That Just Might Work

These smooth-talkin' one-liners are sure to make you swoon.

Country Music Lyrics That Double as Relationship Therapy

These country songs about relationships are as good as a trip to the therapist.

Crazy 23andMe Results That Make You Rethink Your Family Tree

For some people, it can feel like 23andMe has turned your whole life into an episode of “Jerry Springer.”

Hilarious Realities That Transatlantic Couples Face

Yes, transatlantic couples oftentimes both speak English, but they still have to translate “domestic bliss” for one another.

The Gambino Crime Family From Then to Now (Yes, Now)

Americans love the mafia — at least, when it’s through rose-colored glasses.

A History of Marriage — and How It’s Drastically Changed

Love hasn’t always been the foundation of marriage.

How to Ace the Houseguest Puzzle, Even With Kids

Etiquette guru Lizzie Post shares tips on how to be a better houseguest (and host).

Why Supporting Your Partner First Is Parenting 101

Supporting your partner should always come first — especially when you have toddlers.

How Birth Order Affects Who You (and Your Children) Are

Our beliefs about birth order make intuitive sense — but are they true?

Your Marriage Is Failing — But These Techniques Could Help

First comes love, then comes marriage and then comes many years of wedded bliss — ideally.

The Worst Things You Could Say to a Working Mom

To avoid an awkward moment, hold off on saying any of these things to a working mom.

How Grandparents Shape Our Lives More Than We Realize

While our parents play a pivotal role in who we are, our grandparents shape us in ways we often don’t realize until after they are gone.

What Divorced Couples Can Teach Us About Parenting

There are things every parent can learn from those couples who have called it quits.

15 Things Never to Say to a Stay-At-Home Parent

Avoid saying these potentially awkward and hurtful phrases to a stay-at-home parent.

Common Mistakes Exes Make When Co-Parenting

Learning to co-parent through a divorce takes a lot of trial and a bit of error.

Who Gets the Dog in a Divorce?

Disputes over custody of a dog after a divorce can be a stressful and frustrating process.

All The Things I Miss About Pre-Facebook Friendships

Social media has changed the way we forge relationships and not necessarily for the better.

An Inside Look at the Sacrifices Military Families Make

Military families across the U.S. make life-changing sacrifices every day — serving the country as they wait for their loved ones to come home.

In Photos: Separating Families at the U.S. Border

U.S. policy of separating children from parents trying to enter country sparks outcry and debate.

17 Reasons Why Brothers Are the Best

Growing up with a brother can have all sorts of benefits, even if you want to kill him sometimes.

How I Got My Toddler to Finally Accept His New Baby Sister

My son’s rejection of our newborn daughter shocked my sensibilities, so I decided to become her interpreter.

What My 6-Year-Old Taught Me About Divorce

My daughter's words forced me to look at the end of my marriage differently — and it changed our family.