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  • Reverse catfishing is the new craze in dating, using filtered photos is passé now

    Reverse catfishing is the new craze in dating, using filtered photos is passé now

    While traditional catfishing may still be common, there’s a new dating trend on the rise. Millennials and Gen Z are now trying ‘reverse catfishing,’ which basically means downplaying their appeal for a more authentic dating experience. Here’s how it works, along with some of its pros and cons.

  • Dating exhaustion? Express your burnout and fatigue with these 30 Instagram captions

    Dating exhaustion? Express your burnout and fatigue with these 30 Instagram captions

    Life is free, but apparently, recovering from the trauma it causes comes with a subscription fee called therapy. If modern dating has left you exhausted and you need the perfect Instagram caption to express your plight, here are 30 options that might help.

  • 'Micro-mance, male casting': Global Bumble survey reveals 2025's dating trends

    'Micro-mance, male casting': Global Bumble survey reveals 2025's dating trends

    The survey, which included over 40,000 Bumble users worldwide, featured responses from more than 2,000 singles in India. It highlighted an optimistic outlook on dating, as individuals increasingly focus on finding meaningful connections despite the challenges of modern relationships.

  • What is micro-cheating? Relationship experts explain new term in dating world

    What is micro-cheating? Relationship experts explain new term in dating world

    The answer varies depending on whom you ask. Each relationship has different boundaries, and what might be crossing the line for one couple could be entirely normal for another.

  • Digital dating: Understanding relationship intentions in a swipe-right world 

    Digital dating: Understanding relationship intentions in a swipe-right world 

    Relationship tips: With the rise of dating apps, social media, and instant messaging, meeting potential partners has never been easier. However, along with the convenience comes a myriad of challenges when it comes to deciphering relationship intentions.

  • From ghosting to roaching and more, you must know of these 8 modern-day dating terms

    From ghosting to roaching and more, you must know of these 8 modern-day dating terms

    Relationship tips: By familiarising yourself with these modern-day dating terms, you'll be better equipped to navigate the complexities of romance in the digital age. Remember, communication and honesty are key ingredients for any successful relationship, so don't be afraid to speak up if something doesn't feel right.

  • When NATO means 'not attached to outcome'

    When NATO means 'not attached to outcome'

    According to a survey conducted by Tinder, in 2023, people dated ‘for the plot’: no end goal in mind, only fun stories to tell your friends.

  • We are way past the 'hook-up era': Dating trends during the pandemic

    We are way past the 'hook-up era': Dating trends during the pandemic

    Appreciation for more safety features for everyone but especially the queer community, focus on connection and video calls prior to meets are some of the changes that dating apps recorded.

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