Christian dating app Upward has relaunched to appeal to Gen Z singles who want to marry, even if they do not lead with faith. The company says the pivot is based on Match Group survey data showing that 72 percent of Gen Zs want to marry. New features include Chivalry Mode, which encourages men to message first, and Marriage Timeline, which lets users share when they hope to wed. Relationship researcher Daniel Cox says young people are not returning to traditional norms en masse, and some users have criticised the change.
Oscar-winning filmmaker Taika Waititi says he and his wife, singer Rita Ora, make a real effort not to spend more than a few weeks apart. He describes their relationship as one of mutual care rather than grand gestures. Waititi also says Ora enjoys downtime in New Zealand, where he shot his sci-fi film Klara And The Sun. The film, based on a novel by Kazuo Ishiguro, explores whether a robot can learn to love. Waititi says he expects some of its ideas about artificial intelligence may come true.
Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina says she and former player Gael Monfils are ending their marriage. In an Instagram post, Svitolina said the emotional toll of Russia's war in Ukraine left her needing to find herself again. The couple married in July 2021 and have a daughter, Skai, born in October 2022. Svitolina asked for kindness and privacy, saying there was no-one to blame. Monfils, 40, has retired from professional tennis, according to the International Tennis Integrity Agency.
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Several couples from the Netflix reality dating show Love Is Blind are still together. Lauren and Cameron, the show's first engaged couple, married and announced their first child in October 2025. Amber and Barnett, also from season one, welcomed a daughter in April 2025. Zack and Bliss, from season four, have two children. Christine and Vic, from season ten, are still together and live in Columbus, Ohio. The show has produced 16 marriages so far, though not all have lasted.
Christos Sarvanakis, president of the Lemnian Community of Victoria Seniors Sub Committee, marked a milestone last Thursday with his wife, Toula. At 82, he has completed six decades of marriage. Friends and fellow members note that their shared years, with their mix of memories, happiness, hardships and cherished family moments, reflect a devoted and enduring partnership. The anniversary was marked at a gathering of the seniors group, held in a notably warm and welcoming setting. Members offered heartfelt wishes that the couple remain loved, well and content for many more years together.
Clinical psychologist Gemma Cribb says long-term happiness in relationships basically depends on a good friendship. She says couples should keep asking each other ongoing questions about their inner lives. Cribb also advises partners to appreciate each other and respond to each other's needs. She says healthy couples accept each other's habits, even when disagreements over money, sex, time, mess and children keep returning. Amanda and Sarah, who share their own experiences, say small daily rituals help them stay connected.
Singapore has launched a government-funded dating app called FirstDate, exclusively for civil servants aged 21 to 35. The app uses a matching algorithm to provide one potential partner at a time, with government-funded 'date quests' for successful matches. Experts note the app reflects Singapore's focus on efficiency and verification in personal relationships, but are sceptical it will significantly boost declining marriage and fertility rates.
Jean and Harry Cooper, aged 96 and 98, celebrated 75 years of marriage on Tuesday. The Bellarine couple met 80 years ago in an English cafe and migrated to Australia in 1952. They raised three children and now have five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Harry built a long engineering career before retiring at 60. The couple advise newlyweds to remain considerate, patient, and committed.
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster are facing legal hurdles before their wedding, including a complicated pre-nuptial agreement and ongoing divorce proceedings. The couple is also dealing with financial strains, including Jackman's inability to sell a $43 million New York property. Additionally, their adult children from previous relationships are reportedly not fully supportive of the upcoming marriage. The source close to the couple reveals that these issues are causing significant stress and complicating their path to the altar.
