“Birds of a feather flock together”, the old saying goes. But does that apply when it comes to romantic relationships? After all, we also say that opposites tend to attract, an idea which has been sold to us through Disney fairytales, romcoms and countless love songs over the years.
But in 2023, a group of British and American scientists decided to put this ... Show More
Today
What should you eat when it’s hot?
In June 2025, the Met Office announced that the UK had had its warmest spring on record, with a mean temperature of 9.5°C, beating the previous mark set just a year prior in 2024 and exceeding the long term average by 1.4°. It’s becoming increasingly important to adapt to periods ... Show More
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Today
How can you keep wasps away?
They buzz around your fruit salad, hover over your barbecue, and seem to think the edge of your pool is their hangout. Every summer, it’s the same story - wasps turning your outdoor bliss into a swatting frenzy. But it doesn’t have to be this way; there are ways to keep them at b ... Show More
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May 2011
Is love at first sight possible?
<p>Familiar to any fan of classic romance stories, love at first sight is a common theme loved by some and, well, contemptuously dismissed by others. But it is real? Join Molly and Cristen as they delve into the science behind physical attraction.</p><p> </p> Learn more about you ... Show More
20m 57s
Jan 2021
Does love really harm friendship?
You may know the adage "One lost, ten found". Perhaps we should add, "one found, two lost" to our colloquial dictionary. A British study has established that entering into a romantic relationship distances us from our friends. Two of them, to be very precise. Let me explain... Se ... Show More
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Mar 2022
Love May Be Less Important Than How Similar You Are To Your Mate
A study specified the traits that predicted the most relationship success if similar: agreeableness and emotional stability. Conventional wisdom says that opposites attract, but for successful long-term partnerships, shared values and similarity in interest, communication, prefer ... Show More
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