marriage
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Just five days after the wedding, however, Jane received the message informing her that their marriage was over.
From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2026
The couple has millions saved, but the prospect of retirement has sparked the worst fight of their marriage.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 10, 2026
The Lancashire Council of Mosques, which has been involved in mediation following the breakdown of the marriage, said those conducting such ceremonies had a responsibility to carry out appropriate checks.
From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2026
My divorce in 2011 soured me a bit on marriage.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 9, 2026
The last thing Robert or his family wanted was the newspapers getting hold of Elisha’s letters or asking Maggie for details about their so-called marriage.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
An independent review presented to Parliament in 2018 found that a significant number of Islamic marriages were not followed by civil marriages, leaving people without the protections associated with legally recognised marriages.
From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2026
The sweeping decision comes more than 20 years after Newsom emerged in the national consciousness when, as mayor of San Francisco, he defied federal law and allowed same-sex marriages in the City by the Bay.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 7, 2026
What really sparks curiosity is his natural, undemanding kindness, and the bond forming between him and his new bride — a far cry from the strained marriages that make up the quaint but judgmental village.
From Salon ● Oct. 26, 2026
Most people don’t willingly walk into bad marriages.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 26, 2026
Their educational attainments were noted, marriages followed, illnesses tabulated, psychological health charted, and every promotion and job change dutifully recorded.
From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell
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