Planning a romantic getaway can be surprisingly tricky when one person envisions candlelit dinners on the beach and the other fears unwanted insect encounters. This article dives into how couples can balance their dream vacation with reality—and maybe share a laugh along the way.

For nearly a year, one reader has sidestepped a cherished friendship to avoid entering an expensive social circle. Miss Manners offers insight on how honesty and kindness can bring old friends back together without straining anyone’s wallet.

A reader reaches out to “Dear Annie” for help with a friend’s sarcastic remarks. They describe these quips as “little darts” that feel impossible to ignore. The story illustrates how subtle jabs can strain even the closest of friendships.

One partner’s lively, globe-trotting work schedule has led to envy for the person left at home. Though the traveling partner insists these trips are no vacation, the letter writer questions whether such complaints are genuine.

A woman’s letter to Dear Abby reveals the delicate balance between maintaining a household atmosphere conducive to a cancer patient’s needs and navigating frequent family visits. She worries about causing offense if she asks her children to reduce their visits, yet seeks a more peaceful environment for her husband’s healing.

A recent Miss Manners column poses a question about responsibility for so-called “ghosting” when there may be no communication to begin with. The brief query underscores how modern social norms and online etiquette can become muddled, leaving friends unsure of who owes whom a reply.

A husband grows exasperated by his wife’s habitual use of “very,” prompting him to seek guidance in Miss Manners’ column. Etiquette expert Judith Martin weighs in on how minor language quirks can drive a wedge between spouses.

One mother-in-law questions whether her daughter-in-law’s Friendsgiving celebration has left the traditional family dinner in the dust. Now, she worries it feels like serving leftovers after a more exciting meal.

A recent letter to an advice column highlights a frustrated sister’s plea for relief from relentless one-upmanship. Despite her best efforts to shift conversations onto neutral ground, she finds herself overshadowed by her sibling’s constant need for attention.

Scale AI’s CEO, Jason Droege, says the company looks for three traits when interviewing candidates, the first being a “curious problem solver.” According to Droege, the ability to clearly articulate one’s thought process is just as crucial as the curiosity itself.