Gen Z is raising the bar for what they want out of love and companionship, an approach shaped by social comparisons and modern values. Not everyone agrees with these lofty demands—particularly older generations who find them excessive.

Texas Republicans brace for a contentious primary as John Cornyn squares off against Ken Paxton and Wesley Hunt, while Democrats Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico wage their own contest. Both sides view the March 3 U.S. Senate primaries as a pivotal test that could usher in a new era of leadership in Texas.