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Japan woman marries AI partner, wears augmented reality glasses during ring exchange
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Gordon Ramsay’s daughter Holly’s lavish hen do ahead of wedding to Strictly star
Holly Ramsay looked delighted as she celebrated her upcoming wedding to Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty with her family…
Bad Company’s Paul Rodgers will miss Hall of Fame induction
Sad news for Bad Company fans. Paul Rodgers, one of the original members of the English rock supergroup,…
‘Bread of Angels’ review: Patti Smith’s new memoir is mesmerizing
Book Review Bread of Angels By Patti Smith Random House: 288 pages, $30 If you buy books linked…
When Couples Therapy Doesn’t Work, It Usually Comes Down To These 5 Things
In the face of looming problems that range from abuse and blending families to who does the chores,…
Wedding costs place unexpected financial strain on guests nationwide
Weddings are meant to be celebrations of love. They may also require invited guests to make a financial…
Diane Keaton‘s family reveals Oscar winner’s cause of death
Diane Keaton died in Los Angeles on Saturday at age 79, and her family says the cause was…
Dear Annie: It’s impossible to hide newborn’s genetic disease, but pushy strangers take things too far
Dear Annie: My husband and I have a large family, and earlier this year we welcomed our newest…
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Years after parents’ death, friend still hasn’t dealt with inherited property
Dear Eric: I have a friend I’ll call “Sally.” She is in her mid-50s and is single with…