Marriage

Commentary

Why are married couples quiet quitting Valentine’s?

The hard truth is, relationships do not thrive on merely what is practical and efficient.

Romantic proposals become a booming business in 'City of Love'

Josue Perales from Texas proposes to his girlfriend Kayla Balboa during an event organised by proposal‑planning agency 'Les Entremetteuses' on a private terrace near the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, February 10, 2026. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier

Thai PM Anutin registers marriage with girlfriend ahead of Valentine’s Day

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul married his girlfriend of two years on Feb 13, ahead of Valentine's Day.

Over 55,000 non-Muslim Malaysians married foreigners from 2019-2025; S’poreans among top 3 on list

There were 8,802 marriages to non-Muslim Malaysians, comprising 5,910 Singaporean men and 2,892 women, registered between 2019 and July 2025.

AI boyfriends: Is this the way the world ends?

In recent years, scores of AI companion platforms have sprung up.

Actress Halle Berry engaged to musician Van Hunt after dating for 5 years

Oscar winner and actress Halle Berry attends the Crime 101 premiere in London on Jan 28, 2026.

Marriage solemnisations to return to Canning Rise in 2029 after redevelopment

The new and larger building will be a blend of heritage and modernity that gives couples more ways to personalise their solemnisation experience.

South Korean governor draws criticism for suggesting importing women for marriage as population fix

During the meeting, Mr Kim Hee-su urged authorities to legislate the issue of population decline in the area.

Young South Koreans show renewed interest in marriage: Survey

Even accounting for pent-up demand for weddings that were delayed during the pandemic, the rebound marks the largest increase in marriages in more than three decades.

French lawmakers back Bill to end ‘marital duty’

A couple takes a selfie in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

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