Love

A Proposal in the Offing? Not so Fast.

Stephanie Fleischman expected to become engaged when Zach Kuperman planned a trip to Italy, but there were several other surprises along the way.

 By Rosalie R. Radomsky

Outside the Campus Cafeteria, It Was Love at First Sight

Lucie Lott felt and Lalo Fabregas did a triple take the first time they saw each other. He almost canceled their first date for fear of falling in love.

 By Shivani Vora

A Tennis Ball to the Head Was Just the Start of Their Love Story

Eric Rothman had a funny way of asking Courtney DiGia to prom. Ultimately, it worked out for them.

 By Shivani Gonzalez

She Worried He’d Steal Her Business Idea — Instead, He Stole Her Heart

When Jim Dolce and Ashley Tyrner met in 2019, they talked business over tacos. It would take several more meet-ups for things to turn romantic.

 By Sarah Lyon

After Their First Phone Call, She Knew She Wanted to Marry Him

Elise Nikolaisen was seeking professional advice when she reached out to Bailey Carlin on social media. She got it, along with a relationship.

 By Jenny Block

Tiny Love Stories: ‘That Was My First Inkling’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

I Was Content With Monogamy. I Shouldn’t Have Been.

Can exploring polyamory both break you and make you?

 By Jason Bilbrey

Tiny Love Stories: ‘To Die with Perfect Abs’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

He Couldn’t Admit That He Was Hurt

Serving in Vietnam had turned my father into an angry man. So we went back together.

 By Carl Sciacchitano

Tiny Love Stories: ‘I Hated Myself Because of the Way I Looked’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

Sparks Flew All Over the World

Aggie Lal and Jacob Riglin first met as travel influencers in Thailand, got together in California and got back together in Bali (thanks, in part, to rescued puppies).

 By Tammy LaGorce

Two Women Redefine What it Means to Marry Your Best Friend

After 32 years of platonic friendship, Sheri Cole and Beth Moore decided to marry for the security and legal protection.

 By Kera Bolonik

A Match Made in Church Sparks a Journey of Self-Discovery

Jonathan Stewart was dating a woman and grappling with his sexuality when he met Enrico Lagasca. Mr. Lagasca, who developed a crush on him, was surprised to learn that Mr. Stewart felt the same way.

 By Valeriya Safronova

First She Scored a Spot at Her Restaurant. Then She Won a Place in Her Heart.

The actress Maria Bello and the Michelin-starred chef Dominique Crenn said they owe their journey to the “three C’s”: cancer, Covid and, now, commitment.

 By Sadiba Hasan

After Living Much of Life at Sea, Captain Sandy Finds Love on Land

Sandy Yawn of “Below Deck Mediterranean” married Leah Shafer on — what else? — a superyacht in Florida.

 By Tammy LaGorce

From Field to Feast: At These Venues, What You Eat Is Grown on Site

The farm-to-table concept has been around for a while, but some couples expect more than simply fresh cuisine at their wedding. They want to be fully immersed in the farm experience.

 By Alix Strauss

The Wedding Singer Takes a Celebrity Turn

To delight their guests, couples are booking musical headliners to give surprise performances at their weddings.

 By Stephanie Cain

Bridesmaids, Bubbly and Botox

For some, undergoing a cosmetic procedure or two is an essential component of wedding prep.

 By Sarah Lyon

Choosing a Dream Honeymoon Over a Lavish Wedding

With the cost of weddings on the rise, some couples are skipping big celebrations and prioritizing travel instead.

 By Brianna Holt

These Boots Were Made for Walking (Down the Aisle)

Move over stilettos and slingbacks, there’s a new bridal shoe trend in town: the cowboy boot. Brides are pairing them with relaxed silhouetted dresses for an elegant western look.

 By Ivy Manners

They Were Once ‘Hippie vs. Soviet.’ Now They’re the Best of Friends.

“We genuinely like each other,” Alex Yaroslavsky said of his ex-wife and co-parent, Liza Cooper. They even live in the same apartment building.

 By Louise Rafkin

After Their Divorce, She Was ‘Best Man’ at His Second Wedding

“We were best friends before and we are better friends now,” said Mike Mitchell, a sheriff’s deputy in Indiana, of his ex-wife Marissa Mitchell.

 By Louise Rafkin

After the Divorce, a Different Kind of Family

This couple survived tragedies during their relationship, but they couldn’t overcome tight finances and a drinking problem. Today, their love “is like that of brother and sister.”

 By Louise Rafkin

To Fix a Broken Marriage, an Experiment With Polyamory

After 10 years together, a Bay Area couple opened their relationship. But contrasting sexual needs led to a permanent split.

 By Louise Rafkin

After a Painful Split, a Functioning Family

Rebecca and Drew Kuntz say they have had a healthier relationship since their five-year marriage ended.

 By Louise Rafkin

How to Meditate When You Can’t Sit Still

Closing your eyes and focusing on breathing can be hard for those who are easily distracted. But it is possible.

 By A.C. Shilton

Feeling Dismissed? How to Spot ‘Medical Gaslighting’ and What to Do About It.

Experts share tips on advocating for yourself in a health care setting.

 By Christina Caron

Can’t Talk, I’m Busy Being Hot

A social media movement inspired by the rapper Megan Thee Stallion strikes back at the gatekeepers of beauty.

 By Danya Issawi

You Can’t Outrun Athletic Greens

In the oversaturated world of wellness, the company has forced itself to the front with prolific podcast ads and a network of influencers.

 By Becky Hughes

The Worst Foods and Drinks for Your Teeth

When assessing how likely a given meal, snack or drink is to harm your dental health, there are two main things to consider, experts say.

 By Hannah Seo