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These days many singles turn to dating apps to find a partner but according to one expert they are failing successful women.  According to Yvonne Allen, one of Australia's leading matchmakers, most online dating apps are geared around the concept of 'instant attraction', not long term relationships. 'Instant physical attraction isn't a reliable predictor for the potential for lasting love,' she told FEMAIL.   'This type of approach does not work for successful women as many men are intimidated by them.'  Instead, she said, traditional matchmaking is far more likely to help you to find a match - and lead to a lasting relationship. These days many singles turn to dating apps to find a partner but according to one expert they are failing successful women Yvonne explained that culturally many women are still looking for a partner with a better job or greater career prospects. They are encouraged to 'date up' but this makes the dating pr...

TORONTO -- It could have been a meet-cute in a romantic comedy between a man and a "mutant." After weeks of online flirting, Patrick Bardos was en route to meet Anne Marie Cerato for their first date at a coffee shop in downtown Toronto. He texted Cerato to let her know he was only a few blocks away on a packed streetcar crawling through rush-hour traffic. Cerato said she had just passed the same intersection. "Are you wearing blue shoes?" she asked. Bardos looked down at his lapis-blue sneakers, then up to search for Cerato among the thicket of commuters. He felt a tap on his shoulder. Bardos turned around, and there was Cerato, just like the photo on her dating profile -- long dark hair and brown eyes sharpened by angular glasses. Better yet, unlike many of his previous dates, he was taller than her. "You're short," Bardos blurted out. "But I'm short too. And that's not what I meant." Bardos must have said something to redeem hi...

- Lorissa Turner made her move on Elliot Arunah on Twitter in February - The couple were in a long-distance relationship for a few months - Turner and Arunah have decided to get married, less than ten months after meeting PAY ATTENTION: Click “See First” under the “Following” tab to see Briefly.co.za News on your News Feed! Social media personality, Lorissa Turner gets the Twitter community emotional as she tweets about what may be Twitter’s best love story for 2018. In just 200 characters, Turner tells the platform about her exciting but turbulent relationship with lifestyle blogger, Elliot Arunah. In her tweet, Turner writes that she made a move on her crush Elliot Arunah on Twitter in February. Although circumstances lead to them being in a long-distance relationship for five months, they managed to keep their love alive. A few months later the couple decided to make their whirlwind romance official. The couple’s respective social media accounts were quickly adorned with ima...

[unable to retrieve full-text content] South Korea bans single-use plastic bags from major supermarkets    CNN South Korea is joining a growing list of countries attempting to halt the use of disposable plastic shopping bags. https://cnn.it/2ApfVkC

For the BTS Army, 2018 has just come to a perfect close. Jimin surprised fans on Sunday, December 30, with the release of his solo song, “Promise,” and from the reactions on social media, it’s clear that it's an official hit. The BTS twitter account shared the new single via their blog, and also penned a thank-you note to fans who have waited patiently for a moment like this. The song itself, which is sung in a mix of Korean and English, features a tender guitar backdrop, soft vocals, and a sweet hook about “being the light.” In addition to the group’s website, “Promise” is also available to listen to on Soundcloud . https://twitter.com/BTS_twt/status/1079392190852259840 https://twitter.com/BTS_twt/status/1079393542391267328 As noted by Billboard , “Promise” — which was produced by Slow Rabbit — is Jimin’s first “non-album solo single,” although diehard BTS fans will of course remember hearing his solo vocals on a couple of the group’s previous albums. On social media,...

NORTHAMPTON — Lindsay Sabadosa made Medicare for All a central part of her successful campaign for the 1st Hampshire House seat this year. Now, the Northampton lawmaker-elect is set to become the lead House sponsor of the long-introduced legislation that could bring a single-payer health system to the Bay State. “I really want to see this pass,” said Sabadosa. “I want to do the work.” Medicare for All and single-payer health care are used interchangeably by single-payer health care advocates to describe a system under which the government serves as the health insurer for all residents. Sabadosa said that when she was at lunch with state Rep. Denise Garlick, D-Needham, the longtime lead sponsor of the Medicare for All bill, Garlick asked her if she wanted to become the lead sponsor. Her reply: “Please don’t joke about that.” But Garlick wasn’t joking, and Sabadosa agreed to become lead sponsor of the bill that has been introduced in the House for more than 20 years. Sabadosa will...

TELLER COUNTY –  The Colorado State Patrol is investigating a deadly crash that happened near Florissant Sunday night. Troopers say 53-year-old Beth Andresen was driving her Jeep Cherokee westbound on County Road 421, near the intersection of County Road 1, when she went off the road a little after 8 p.m. Sunday. The Jeep rolled and slammed into a light post. Andresen was not wearing a seat belt and died from her injuries. The crash happened around 8:15 p.m. State Patrol is asking anyone who may have seen it happen to contact Trooper Thomas DeAntonio at 719-544-2424. http://bit.ly/2GOFUre

A Spring Hill woman was killed early Monday morning in a single-car crash in Hernando County. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, 24-year-old Jessica Noel Bowen was driving a 2001 Mercury Sabal westbound on County Line Road, approaching Oak Lake Drive, just after 2:15 a.m. when she lost control. Bowen drove off the road and struck a utility pole and drove into an embankment before overturning, troopers said. Bowen, who was wearing a seat belt, died at the scene, troopers said. Alcohol was not a factor in the crash, troopers said. Contact Carl Lisciandrello at [email protected] Follow @carlmarksTimes http://bit.ly/2BNG5gG

Tareq Deek × Clerk charged with locking customer in store, shooting at him Tareq Deek MEMPHIS, Tenn. —  A clerk was taken into custody after he allegedly fired a shot inside the store at a customer. According to police, the victim walked into the Shop-In on Winchester Road early Friday morning and was greeted by the clerk screaming at him that he wasn’t welcomed. The clerk, Tareq Deek, then ran to the  door, locked it and fired a single shot in the man’s direction. Surveillance video showed that the victim in this case had his hands up and was trying to leave the store when the shooting occurred. The clerk was charged with aggravated assault and unlawful possession of a weapon. http://bit.ly/2ApDJVh

Dear Carolyn DEAR CAROLYN: Is it advisable for a never-married man with no kids to get involved with a single mother? I know it’s never a good idea to generalize, but the answer I hear most often is an emphatic no, for many reasons. The main one is the man will always be a lower priority than the woman’s children, and there’s also potential drama with the woman’s ex. There is also the asymmetry in life experiences of a single mother and a never-married man with no kids. — Dating DEAR DATING: I advise your own advice: “It’s never a good idea to generalize.” (1) Millions of children live with their biological mother and a stepfather. Do you really think they’re an “emphatic” 0-for-millions on happiness ever after? (2) Couples who have children, however they get there, always accept some responsibility for making that child a higher priority — than themselves, much less a partner. A minor child’s last line of defense in the world is the adult guardian. Sometimes the circumstances ...

It's a big world out there these days, yet things are moving so fast it's hard for any of us to nail down meaningful relationships through our immediate social circles. Dating apps were supposed to be a way to alleviate that problem. Popular online dating platforms such as eHarmony, Plenty of Fish, Bumble, Tinder, and Grindr have become commonplace. But with such relatively easy access to such dating sources, police are warning people how criminals have now found ways to con or harm users who go in searching for love online. These romance scams have costed some people thousands—and sometimes even tens of thousands—of dollars. "Many dating scams work by setting up fake dating profiles. The offender will try to keep you invested by continually sending you emails filled with talks of love and a desire to build a future with you. After they have sent you a few messages you will be asked to send money to help them out," the police say. Here are some initial war...

These days many singles turn to dating apps to find a partner but according to one expert they are failing successful women.  According to Yvonne Allen, one of Australia's leading matchmakers, most online dating apps are geared around the concept of 'instant attraction', not long term relationships. 'Instant physical attraction isn't a reliable predictor for the potential for lasting love,' she told FEMAIL.   'This type of approach does not work for successful women as many men are intimidated by them.'  Instead, she said, traditional matchmaking is far more likely to help you to find a match - and lead to a lasting relationship. These days many singles turn to dating apps to find a partner but according to one expert they are failing successful women Yvonne explained that culturally many women are still looking for a partner with a better job or greater career prospects. They are encouraged to 'date up' but this makes the dating pr...

Fancy a day away from the city buzz and the sight of skyscrapers? Unwind and become one with nature in Dubai's latest heart-shaped island carved in the middle of the desert. Dug deep through Al Salam Desert, 10 minutes away from Al Qudra Lake are two intertwined gigantic hearts that form the 'Love Lake'. The winter attraction isn't just another barbecue picnic spot, but a reserve that celebrates the UAE's history of love and tolerance in the fierce desert environment that shaped today's generosity and chivalry among the local people. The man-made lake responds to different interests and ages with the various features it provides for families, lovers, youngsters, sports enthusiasts and pet owners. Welcomed with a wooden signboard that reads 'Love Lake' placed between two tree branches, visitors can spot over 150 species of birds including falcons, eagles, ducks and swans drinking from the waterfalls flowing from walls made of stones in a heavenly scene....

How mobile and online dating apps have changed dating culture Tinder debuted in 2012, and since then, it – and other mobile and online dating apps – has revolutionized dating culture. Research on the subject is still in its early stages, but scientists say the multi-billion dollar industry has taught us a lot about human nature, what people look for in potential partners, and how technology can help or impede the process. This hour, we sit down with people who have used the apps to discuss the pros and cons, and we hear from researchers about how Tinder, Match.com, and other sites have changed the landscape of dating. Our guests: Dennis O’Brien , Rochester resident who uses mobile dating apps Ouliana Nikolaeva-Hir, Rochester resident who met her husband on Tinder Ronald Rogge , associate professor of psychology at the University of Rochester Harry Reis , professor of psychology and dean’s professor in Arts, Sciences, and Engineering at the University of Rochester http:/...

Dating apps haven't ruined happy marriages or our ability to commit, according to The Atlantic. But experts say online dating has a perhaps unexpected side effect: It may make it easier to leave an unfulfilling relationship. Instead of deliberately going to a bar and looking for someone else, you can convince yourself that you're just playing around on the app. I recently read an article in The Atlantic , about the way dating apps have (and haven't) revolutionized love in the last half-decade. Author Ashley Fetters cites two expert opinions on a hotly contested topic: whether online dating has ruined long-term love. Both suspect it has not. That's because, once you're in a happy relationship, you tend to become less interested in other potential partners, even if they're only a swipe away in your pocket. But online dating has, one expert suggested, made it easier to leave unhappy relationships. According to Eli Finkel, a psychologist at Northwestern Uni...

Post Views: 206 The best-yet-worst time of the year is creeping up on the calendar: New Year’s Eve. A time of year where hope, joy and champagne overcome all other emotions. During the ending of the year, people are more optimistic than ever as a new year approaches. We all know the phrase “new Year, new me,” of course. This tradition, in which people all over the world partake in, brings together loved ones as they jump into the future together. In a world that views New Year’s Eve as one of the biggest parties/events every year, it can be difficult to keep up with the pressure of being single around this time. The bombardment of questions from friends and family about if you’ll ever get a significant other is a tough obstacle to endure over the holiday season. It doesn’t help knowing one of the notorious traditions that keeps New Year’s Eve thriving is the New Year’s kiss: when couples kiss as the clock hits midnight and the world rolls into a new year. But there is always a silv...

SAGINAW CO., Mich. (WXYZ) — An 83-year-old man is dead after his single engine plane crashed in Chesaning, a village in Saginaw County. The crash occurred at 10:23 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 29 in Showboat Park. According to the Saginaw County Sheriff's Office, witnesses in the area heard the engine cut out and saw the plane come straight down. The single engine plane was being driven by William Charles Burns, 83, of Vernon, Michigan. The plane was registered to the Owosso Flying Club. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating the crash. According to a release, with the government shutdown in place, the FAA is preparing a plan on "what they can/need to do" for the investigation. No other people were on the plane. http://bit.ly/2EUT1V8

VIRGINIA BEACH One person is dead after a crash near the intersection of General Booth Blvd. and Nimmo Parkway. Around 10:54 p.m., police were called to the 2100 block of General Booth Blvd., said spokeswoman Tonya Pierce in a news release. Officers found a single occupant of a 2005 Dodge Dakota dead at the scene.  An investigation found that the vehicle was trying to turn north from Nimmo Parkway, Pierce said, when it hit the median, then overcorrected and struck a tree.  The person who died was not identified. The name was being withheld for 24-hours after the next of kin notification has been made, Pierce said. She said she expected the name to be released on Sunday. The investigation was still ongoing, Pierce said, and it had not been determined if alcohol was a factor in the crash. http://bit.ly/2EZOKka

METAMORA — In the window of a stout building on the edge of town, near the highway's merger down to two lanes before stretching out into vast expanses of vacant cropland, Lynn Elbert hung a closed sign for the final time on Saturday. A different sign — a for sale sign — has been in front of the single-chair barbershop for more than a year, but, after 58 years cutting hair, Elbert didn't want to delay any longer moving to his retirement home at Lake Wildwood in Varna. "I decided I can't wait for it to sell, it's time to go," Elbert said Saturday as his appointment book dwindled to less than a handful of haircuts. "It's been a good ride, people have been good to me. ... I want to make sure to thank everyone for all their support." Elbert's decision to become a barber was as much about what he didn't want to do as it was his preference to work with people. He had already delivered newspapers and punched the clock at a factory in town befo...

Pearl Jam  have announced that they’ll be ending their long-running Ten Club Single subscription series. As noted in a short post on the band’s website , the series will end on January 1, 2019, with 2017 and 2018 subscribers still eligible to receive MP3 downloads for those years. Physical subscribers for 2017 and 2018 will also receive limited-edition vinyl editions for the years they subscribed once physical production is complete. “Beginning January 1, 2019, the Ten Club Single will be discontinued. We hope that you have enjoyed these special collectibles over the past 25+ years,” the band wrote on their website. “Pearl Jam and all of us at Ten Club appreciate the loyalty and dedication from our members. It has been amazing to watch the fan club evolve over the years into the tight-knit community it is today, and we’re excited to see what the future holds.” The subscription service was one arm of the band’s Ten Club community which provided members with exclusive B-Sides, c...

CEDAR HILL (CBSDFW.COM) –  A North Texas police officer delivered a trunk-load of toys to the children of a single mother, who he pulled over. Zai Gallien posted on Facebook she was two minutes from her house in Cedar Hill when she saw flashing lights. She was in tears when she told Officer Ben Schar she didn’t have insurance because she’s a single mom who can’t afford it. Schar took down Gallien’s information and sent her home without a ticket. Hours later, a couple of officers, including Schar, showed up with a trunk full of toys and food. “I had two toys left in my car, so I brought it to her and asked for her address and phone number because I’d like to help her out some more,” said Schar. Gallien said she’s grateful for their kindness. “I will always remember this one,” said Gallien. “It will stand out to me forever for the rest of my life.” Schar said he stopped Gallien for slow-rolling through a stop sign. She thanked him when they reunited Saturday night. “The lo...

By CAROLYN HAX Dear Carolyn: Is it advisable for a never-married man with no kids to get involved with a single mother? I know it’s never a good idea to generalize, but the answer I hear most often is an emphatic no, for many reasons. The main one is the man will always be a lower priority than the woman’s children, and there’s also potential drama with the woman’s ex. There is also the asymmetry in life experiences of a single mother and a never-married man with no kids. -- Dating Hax: I advise your own advice: “It’s never a good idea to generalize.” (1) Millions of children live with their biological mother and a stepfather. Do you really think they're an "emphatic" 0-for-millions on happiness ever after? (2) Couples who have children, however they get there, always accept some responsibility for making that child a higher priority -- than themselves, much less a partner. A minor child’s last line of defense in the world is the adult guardian. Sometimes the circ...

AsianDate has revealed New Year’s Eve party plans so members can welcome 2019 in style. AsianDate, the online dating service loved by singles around the world, has announced they are planning to welcome 2019 with an action-packed chat party for members everywhere. Preparations are underway at AsianDate with plans in full swing and members ready to join the singles chat party on New Year’s Eve. AsianDate is an exciting place for singles to meet Asian matches, especially during the festive season. The dating service has a fantastic track-record of bringing compatible singles together online. As a part of their continuous activity of connecting singles, AsianDate is gearing up to stage a beautiful New Year’s chat party that will throw matches together on December 31 for a sensational celebration. The party is looking to be a success and will definitely be a great occasion for lovestruck singles around the world to find their Asian partners. According to AsianDate, the New Year’s Eve...

Closing out this week's  Industry Focus   holiday power session, all the hosts get together to look at what 2019 might bring. Tune in for some reckless predictions, stocks to watch in the future, and a few New Year's resolutions. Apple  ( NASDAQ:AAPL ) possibly considering buying Tesla  ( NASDAQ:TSLA ) is old news. What about Apple buying Square  ( NYSE:SQ ) ? Or how about Tesla blasting into the healthcare industry? Speaking of healthcare, what'll come of that massive JP Morgan  ( NYSE:JPM ) - Berkshire Hathaway  ( NYSE:BRK-A ) ( NYSE:BRK-B ) - Amazon   ( NASDAQ:AMZN ) healthcare conglomerate that formed in 2018? Meanwhile, Facebook  ( NASDAQ:FB ) will have a lot to answer for in the year ahead, and regulators are getting less patient with every new scandal. The world of sports betting opened up this year, but 2019 is when we'll really see that take shape. Tune in for more. A full transcript follows the video. [embedded content] T...