In 2024, the concept of third spaces grew in popularity, primarily on TikTok. As the year comes to an end, Dr. Mark Travers unpacks why the lack of third spaces can be harmful for singles."Third spaces are social environments outside of the home and work where people can connect with one another," Dr. Travers wrote. Think coffee shops, Friday night house parties and run clubs. Research shows that these spaces foster a sense of community and "provide an important buffer to people's mental health....

Bellesa ads have been dominating my Instagram timeline since the pandemic. As a Sex & Dating Editor, I couldn't help but wonder: were Bellesa's products truly worth the hype? Or was it just amazing at influencer marketing? So, when the company released its newest product, the WhisperBullet, the world’s first silent bullet, a review was necessary.If you’re new to sex toys, bullets are a great first cop for several reasons. One, they’re tiny and discreet, meaning you can easily bring ...

Bumble dating app announces a new feature.Dating apps open a world of new connections, but that doesn’t always mean you know what to do with them. To help singles connect more seamlessly, Bumble launches a new feature: Opening Moves.Now, "Members can add up to three Opening Moves," or one-liners "to their profiles for matches to respond to," Bumble shared. "You can choose to include a photo and caption, along with text-only options." If you’re unsure which one best suits your profile, selfi...

Sex toy company Femme Funn celebrates 10 years of pleasure with a new offering.In 2014, the U.S.-based brand made history by launching the first-ever fully silicone bullet vibrator, the Ultra Bullet. On National Sex Toy Day, the brand introduces its latest sex toy, the Femme Funn 10th Anniversary Limited Edition Ultra Bullet.Priced at $89.99 USD, it features 21 unique vibration patterns, and a new "ultra-low" pleasure setting for sensitive baes, Femme Funn shared. If you prefer more intense s...