Jeanne Phillips, Abigail Van Buren, writes Dear Abby; continues shaping personal-advice columns for thousands of newspapers and readers worldwide.
A wave of personal essays from readers and interviews shows evolving intimacy in mature relationships. People describe mismatched libidos, menopause, therapy, non-monogamy, and the search for connection. The stories reveal how couples navigate desire, health, and cultural expectations in contemporary life.
Amid devastating floods near the Nepal–Tibet border, families say loved ones are missing as authorities coordinate rescue efforts. A British family member describes staying hopeful as unknowns persist about relatives on a Kailash pilgrimage.
A collection of Dear Abby-style letters from readers facing family caregiving challenges prompts a look at the pressures of aging relatives, dementia, and crowded caregiving duties. Across multiple publishers, readers describe balancing caregiving with work, boundaries, and personal health, with guidance urging self-care and practical planning.