Inquiries about how to file for divorce have increased 34% year-over-year, and divorce lawyers have anecdotally noticed a spike during the holidays, a time when there’s typically a lull in these cases. Divorce lawyers told Insider the nature of the pandemic has led to feelings of desperation and contempt and […]

In October, I travelled to Barbados from the UK to report on the country’s remote work visa. I took a coronavirus test 72 hours before arriving, and again 4-5 days after that, quarantining until I had the result. However, because I planned the timing meticulously, I ended up quarantining for […]

It’s great you’ve been honest with your partner about how you feel. But instead of just sharing feelings, request specific types of help from her, like pitching in with household chores or giving you space to vent. To keep yourself on track during the workday, write out your schedule hour […]

Jessica and Aubry are roommates and also work together for the bachelor party service Bad Girl Productions, which started offering virtual parties during the coronavirus pandemic. Like in-person parties, virtual ones can be personalised with costumes and themes. To keep things exciting while working virtually, Jessica and Aubry wore “Star […]

Hollywood producers are rethinking how they shoot sex scenes, which require close contact between humans, during the coronavirus pandemic. Actors are working with sex dolls and their own real-life partners for scenes that require touching. One producer also suggested using thin flexible plastic sheets so actors can safely kiss. The […]

Cam girls and erotic content creators tend to work from home, but the pandemic has forced some to share space with other family members. To have more privacy while filming their work, erotic content platform CamSoda created plastic pods their creators can use for free. The pods are set up […]

Jasmynn and Joshua Abernathy planned to get married on their third anniversary by their friend and ordained minister Marvin. But once the pandemic struck, the Abernathys had to rethink their 140-person affair. They also had to grieve Marvin, who was shot and killed a month before the wedding. The couple […]

When you and your partner have differing views on a seemingly binary topic, it can feel impossible to reach a compromise. Vaccines are one of those topics. Acknowledging your underlying emotions regarding your vaccine views, being curious about your partner’s views, and having conversations early and often can make the […]

One-third of Americans are experiencing coronavirus pandemic-related anxiety. For many, it’s their first time coping with mental health issues. According to psychiatrist Dr. David Rosmarin, it’s important to determine whether you’re panicked over an actual threat, or if your brain going into anxiety-induced overdrive. Visit Insider’s homepage for more stories. […]

Wearing a face mask for an extended period of time can lead to bacterial buildup, clogged pores, and acne breakouts. Dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee, who is also known as Dr. Pimple Popper, said the fabric of your mask matters. She also recommended certain cleansers. Lee said you should wash your […]

A new study suggests that people with narcissistic traits are more likely to hoard toilet paper, and skip out on handwashing and stay-at-home orders. This isn’t the first study to suggest narcissists defy pandemic public-safety recommendations. With the right messaging, certain types of narcissists could be convinced to partake in […]

Sex with people you don’t live with is generally frowned upon during the coronavirus pandemic. Lockdowns in many cities, states, and countries explicitly banned it. But there is plenty of evidence that, even at the strictest point of lockdown, people were breaking the rules to have sex and date. Sharing […]

The FDA has warned consumers of nine hand-sanitizer products that contain the toxic chemical methanol. All of the products were produced by the same company and are still available for purchase. Methanol can be deadly if ingested or absorbed through the skin, and symptoms that a person has been poisoned […]

Some hospitals are reopening their elective procedure operations amidst the coronavirus pandemic. 25-year-old Christy told Insider about her experience getting elective surgery for a concussion at one of these hospitals in May. She said being unable to see her doctors’ faces behind their medical gear, their erratic behaviour, and having […]

In some states, officials are now allowing elective procedures, including plastic surgery, to resume. Some plastic surgeons have reopened their offices, but Miami-based surgeon Dr. Michael Salzhauer decided to create a drive-thru clinic in his office’s garage instead. Salzhauer, who is also known as “Dr. Miami,” said the entire process […]

The coronavirus pandemic has caused couples to spend more time at home with their partners than normal. Some couples say it’s resulted in feeling disconnected from each other. According to therapist Kelly Scott, these problems often stem from a lack of communication and lack of alone time. Scott suggested couples […]

People on TikTok are squeezing lime juice over their grapes to make them taste like Sour Patch Kids. It appears the trend was launched by Mia Wilson, who told Insider that she first saw the hack on Reddit. According to the hack, all you need to do is cut the […]