A man confesses his secret obsession with wearing his girlfriend's knickers, fearing it will end his relationship. An expert advises on self-acceptance and honesty. Read the full dilemma and advice.
A woman shares her devastating dating story after her crush used her to get closer to her friend. Read her cautionary tale of queer dating and betrayal.
Dara, 24, and Alexia, 24, share their Guardian Blind Date experience over dinner in London. They scored the evening 8/10, enjoyed a pub after, and would meet again as friends. Read their full story.
Dee Whitnell shares how intimacy with a fellow trans person revealed the profound difference between bare-minimum allyship from cis men and true, affirming acceptance. Read her powerful story.
Love Island All Stars' Sean Stone vows to ditch his cringe sweet-themed puns after his mum's complaint. The star promises a more authentic approach as the show returns on January 12.
Timothée Chalamet's heartfelt award speech for Kylie Jenner sparks a cultural shift. Experts explain why 'loud love' and yearning are replacing emotional coolness in modern dating.
An activist hacker has breached and deleted the WhiteDate site, leaking thousands of user profiles. Data reveals members across the US, UK, and Europe. Read the full investigation.
A clinical psychologist shares how a client tackled feelings of defectiveness and built a life aligned with her values, with or without a partner. Learn key strategies for modern dating.
A woman shares her cringe-worthy one-night stand with a 28-year-old virgin who didn't know what he was doing. Discover why communication in the bedroom is key.
Financial analyst Karyshma, 27, met radiographer Arun, 36, for a Guardian Blind Date at Parrillan in London. Despite a lost contact lens, they rated the evening highly and exchanged numbers. Read their full review.
A woman shares her cringe-worthy Hinge date story where a man's compliments turned to insults after she turned down his request to stay the night. Read her full account of modern dating woes.
A decade after 'ghosting' went mainstream, Gen Z has created a vast new lexicon for modern romance. Explore 51 hyperspecific terms defining love, sex, and bad behaviour in today's messy dating landscape.
The Inbetweeners star Emily Atack is reportedly the frontrunner to host the Disney Plus revival of the classic dating show Blind Date, 22 years after Cilla Black's final episode. Find out why producers think she's the perfect fit.
New data reveals a major shift in dating preferences. Women now value creativity and emotional intelligence over height and finance jobs. Discover why the 'ideal man' has changed.
Ex-Chelsea star Christian Pulisic hits out at 'made-up' stories about his personal life after bizarre rumours link him to Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney. Get the full story.
A man's journey from a Grindr connection to a devastating long-distance breakup in LA reveals the painful realities of mismatched expectations in modern queer relationships. Read his story.
Philip Channells recounts the instant connection with Sean that began online in 2005, defied distance, and has flourished for two decades. Discover the moment he knew.
A first-year student shares her cringe-worthy morning after a Bumble date, left scrambling naked as her date joined a work Zoom call. Read her story of modern dating woes.
Dan and Emmie's blind date in London was a resounding success, filled with laughter, shared interests, and a hopeful future. Discover how their evening unfolded and what comes next.
Two men who used the Grindr dating app to burgle victims' homes have been jailed. The judge said they exploited the victims' perceived vulnerability. Read the full story.
Explore the surprising allure of Ebenezer Scrooge and the 'I can fix him' fantasy. Dating experts explain why we're drawn to 'morally grey' characters. Would you?
Two 'calculated' burglars who robbed dozens of Londoners via Grindr have been jailed. The Afghan nationals stole phones, wallets and passports in a pre-planned crime spree. Read the full report.
Therapists explain why the festive season makes us want to 'fix' emotionally unavailable partners, and why it's a bad idea. Learn how to focus on yourself instead this Christmas.
Aaron, 28, and Tara, 30, share their honest verdict after a Guardian blind date at Los Mochis in London. Find out why he gave the date a 6/10 and she scored it an 8.
Discover how a 'turn into a pumpkin' cut-off time can transform scheduled intimacy from a chore into an exciting, anticipated event for busy couples. Get expert advice and practical tips.
A man branded Britain's worst romance fraudster has been jailed for 17 years for scamming five divorced mothers out of nearly £1 million. Read the shocking details of his gambling-fuelled crimes.
Six survivors of a serial rapist cardiologist are taking legal action against Match Group, alleging its dating apps like Hinge and Tinder knowingly harbour predators. Read their story.
A fraudster who targeted single mothers on dating apps, stealing nearly £1 million, has been jailed for 17 years. Read the shocking details of the UK's longest romance fraud sentence.
A first date after lockdown went disastrously wrong when a man tried to correct a journalist on the name of Louis Theroux's 'Weird Weekends'. Read the full cringe-worthy story.
Amanda, 56, and Paul, 53, found flowing conversation and a potential spark on a Guardian Blind Date in Loughborough. Read their full, charming review and find out how to apply.