Love

In the Wake of Hurricane Helene, Still Saying ‘I Do’

Peter Batinski and Keri Terenzio, who met in April 2020, are no strangers to crisis. But the Asheville, N.C., residents couldn’t have anticipated the latest: planning a wedding with no running water.

 By Shannon Sims

At 5:57 a.m., They Were Fighting. By 6 a.m., They Were Engaged.

Anthony Verderame and Julie Mollo had a deal to be engaged by the end of 2023. They made it — with a day to spare.

 By Jenny Block

For Two Years, a Scent of Love Had Lingered

As colleagues, Ariana Silvestro and Nicholas Kluender developed feelings for each other in 2016, but waited to pursue them.

 By Tammy LaGorce

Finding More Than Produce at the Farmer’s Market

Jake Fohn and Grace Stearns met a year and a half ago after signing up for an analog dating experience at one of the market’s booths.

 By Emma Grillo

They Met For the First Time Twice

Rieanna Stewart remembered Devin Miller from a brief encounter three years earlier. And then: “We both left time and space,” Ms. Stewart said.

 By Jenny Block

Seven Ways to Love Better

Reading some 200,000 love stories has taught me a few lessons about love and life. Here are the ones that help me most.

 By Daniel Jones

Stories That Changed Lives

For 20 years, Modern Love has recorded people’s lives. The column has also had real-life reverberations on readers.

 By Miya Lee

Illustrating Modern Love

Brian Rea has illustrated more than 700 Modern Love essays. Here is a look at his process.

Words of Wisdom

Selected quotes from 20 Years of Modern Love.

 Edited by Miya Lee and Daniel Jones

Letters to My Younger Self

We asked essayists to write a letter to the person they were when they published their Modern Love essay. Here’s what they shared.

 By Miya LeeDaniel Jones and Fahima Haque

South Meets North India at an Inclusive Hindu Wedding

When Dr. Yuvaram Reddy, who had lived in South India, and Chetan Jhaveri, who is of North Indian heritage, chose to marry, their families’ approval was crucial.

 By Rosalie R. Radomsky

From Hostel Bunk Mates to Life Partners

As backpackers who met in Australia in 2017, Ryan Hawkins wrote to Naina Rishiraj: “One day I hope we can be in the same place for a long time.” His hope came true.

 By Sadiba Hasan

On Kobe Bryant Day, a Celebration of Love and Basketball

Malika Andrews first caught the attention of fellow N.B.A. journalist Dave McMenamin as she conducted an interview with LeBron James.

 By Sadiba Hasan

‘The Fake Grey Lady’ Has Her Own Love Story to Tell

When Selena Coppock, a former comedian who runs social media accounts that parody New York Times weddings, met Aaron Allietta her views on marriage became more than a punchline.

 By Jenny Block

She Got Kicked Out of Canada. Their Story Didn’t End There.

AJ Aquino met Dr. David Poon while visiting Toronto from Ireland in 2017. During the pandemic, she visited him and was turned away. And so began their efforts to help other couples reunite.

 By Tammy LaGorce

What’s the Best Wedding Favor? Let Your Guests Decide.

A growing number of couples are including gifting suites that allow their wedding attendees to pick a souvenir they’ll actually use.

 By Shivani Vora

And the Groom Wore Shorts

Call it an unintended consequence of climate change or a relaxation of fashion dictates: At weddings, more guests and couples are showing a little leg.

 By Alyson Krueger

Lavish Pre-Wedding Parties That Rival the Main Event

The celebrations hosted by the Ambani family have thrusts the trend into the spotlight. Wedding professionals say couples are spending more than ever on extravagant events to kick off their nuptials.

 By Shivani Vora

Bridal Hats Are Making a Stylish Comeback

Fashion experts cite the influence of the British royals, along with high-profile events like the Kentucky Derby for the resurgence of this vintage wedding trend.

 By Alix Strauss

The Rise of the ‘Earlymoon’

Many couples are no longer waiting until after their weddings to take a trip.

 By Allison Duncan

They Were Once ‘Hippie vs. Soviet.’ Now They’re the Best of Friends.

“We genuinely like each other,” Alex Yaroslavsky said of his ex-wife and co-parent, Liza Cooper. They even live in the same apartment building.

 By Louise Rafkin

After Their Divorce, She Was ‘Best Man’ at His Second Wedding

“We were best friends before and we are better friends now,” said Mike Mitchell, a sheriff’s deputy in Indiana, of his ex-wife Marissa Mitchell.

 By Louise Rafkin

After the Divorce, a Different Kind of Family

This couple survived tragedies during their relationship, but they couldn’t overcome tight finances and a drinking problem. Today, their love “is like that of brother and sister.”

 By Louise Rafkin

To Fix a Broken Marriage, an Experiment With Polyamory

After 10 years together, a Bay Area couple opened their relationship. But contrasting sexual needs led to a permanent split.

 By Louise Rafkin

After a Painful Split, a Functioning Family

Rebecca and Drew Kuntz say they have had a healthier relationship since their five-year marriage ended.

 By Louise Rafkin

How to Meditate When You Can’t Sit Still

Closing your eyes and focusing on breathing can be hard for those who are easily distracted. But it is possible.

 By A.C. Shilton

Feeling Dismissed? How to Spot ‘Medical Gaslighting’ and What to Do About It.

Experts share tips on advocating for yourself in a health care setting.

 By Christina Caron

Can’t Talk, I’m Busy Being Hot

A social media movement inspired by the rapper Megan Thee Stallion strikes back at the gatekeepers of beauty.

 By Danya Issawi

You Can’t Outrun Athletic Greens

In the oversaturated world of wellness, the company has forced itself to the front with prolific podcast ads and a network of influencers.

 By Becky Hughes

The Worst Foods and Drinks for Your Teeth

When assessing how likely a given meal, snack or drink is to harm your dental health, there are two main things to consider, experts say.

 By Hannah Seo