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Many a newlywed has had the urge to get physically aggressive—by say smacking or shoving his or her spouse—in the heat of an argument. But how many people actually get physically aggressive? More than you might think. About 25 percent of 172 couples from Los Angeles who participated in a recent study on couples during their first five years of marriage admitted to getting physically aggressive with one another. Erika Lawrence, assistant professor of psychology at the University of Iowa, wants to make clear that this kind of aggression is not the same as domestic violence or battering of a spouse, which she adds is a serious problem facing some couples but was not the subject of this research....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here." Hey Brian,I am new to this world of working the travel system. I want to get a cardfor everyday purchases to start accruing mileage points, which one do yourecommend for your everyday spending and why?Thank you! Mel “TPG: There are a lot of good cards out there, but I do think there is oneclear winner right now - Chase Sapphire Preferred card....

Jump to Recipe If you haven’t roasted asparagus before, this Roasted Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes with Garlic and Parmesan Recipe will be such a delightful surprise! The addition of the tangy taste of cherry (or grape) tomatoes, roasted at the same time, highlights the delicious flavor of your roasted asparagus. Roasted Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes with Garlic and Parmesan makes an easy vegetable side dish to round out any meal! Cherry tomatoes and asparagus compliment each other so well that I also use them together in my pan seared version, sauteed asparagus and cherry tomatoes!...

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Southwest has joined a host of other airlines and added Apple Pay as a payment method via its app, as first reported by Simple Flying....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.TPG reader Dani asks an interesting question regarding what wallet to use while traveling: “Considering you love to carry so many credit cards, what wallet do you use when you travel? Do you just carry the bare minimum in cash when traveling since you use your cards so frequently?“I do have more credit cards than any reasonable-sized wallet can handle - about 16 active credit cards, although only a couple of them are used on a daily basis....

When first learning guitar, it takes a little while for a beginner’s hands to strengthen. Because of this, some novice guitarists have a very hard time playing basic open chords that require stretching across all six strings of the guitar. Others may have an additional hurdle - they may be playing on a guitar that is just too big for their small hands. In cases like these, beginner guitarists should consider using the following chord shapes - “smaller” versions of basic open chords, that often require the use of just one or two fingers....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.The Turkish Airlines lounge at Washington-Dulles (IAD) – a member of the Priority Pass network – is generally regarded as one of the strongest lounges in the whole system. TPG named this lounge in our list of the best Priority Pass lounges in the world. And, this lounge won the best quality of refreshments award from Priority Pass, out of over 1,200 lounges worldwide....

Don’t be intimidated when buying a used car from a used car dealer. Make sure you have done your homework ahead of time about the used car’s values and then consult this list of essential questions. If the car is certified, can I see the mechanic’s pre-certification inspection? Every certified car has to go through an inspection before it can be certified. Ask to see that paperwork to find out what was fixed....

We recently asked our TPG Lounge audience which points hotels they thought had the best beaches in the world. As always, there were plenty of opinions on the subject. Here’s a look at some of our favorite answers. (Some responses have been lightly edited for style and clarity).Beautiful Beaches in Florida, Puerto Rico and HawaiiWhether it was a great-value points hotel in Florida with its own private swath of sand or a dream hotel stay in Puerto Rico or Hawaii, our TPG Lounge members shared their favorite beachfront points properties in the US....

Airlines are set for big losses in the fourth quarter, though they’re hoping for a pricing recovery to take hold later this year. For now, the timing remains a question.But for passengers, this could be the time to book travel to lock in below-average fares.Fares could jump 25% from current levels once travel confidence is restored, predicts Steve Hafner, CEO of travel-booking site Kayak.For the next few months, travel restrictions and delays in vaccination programs seem likely to restrict demand, creating an environment favorable for ticket buyers and negative for airline financial performance....

Passengers on Royal Caribbean’s first sailings from Florida who don’t show proof of a COVID-19 vaccine will face more restrictions than passengers who do.In a statement released late Thursday, the line said passengers who don’t provide evidence of a vaccine for COVID-19 when boarding the 3,934-passenger Freedom of the Seas in Miami will not have access to all the ship’s activities. They’ll also face extra requirements when it comes to COVID-19 testing and mask-wearing....

Editor’s note: A version of this story first appeared in TPG’s biweekly Aviation newsletter. Sign up here to make sure you’ll always be the first to see our exclusive content.The world’s biggest airline will soon have a new leader at the helm.That news came Tuesday, when American Airlines CEO Doug Parker said he’d retire in March. Taking his place will be Robert Isom, currently the carrier’s president.Neither move was surprise, but it’s part of a broader leadership change now underway for the U....

A reader of the site recently asked about how to handle being newly married while living with a roommate. She found that her husband enjoyed living with another person and spending lots of time with his friends, while she thought it was hard to feel like a wife creating a new family and it was difficult to get privacy with her hubby. After reading numerous forums on various sites, you will learn that lots of married couples do this, especially as newlyweds, to save money....

Update (5/20/2022): American confirmed to TPG that these special flights will feature the airline’s signature Flagship onboard service in both first and business class, which includes multi-course meals, upgraded bedding and amenity kits.A handful of American Airlines planes offer the most luxurious domestic configuration you’ll find in the skies.American’s Airbus A321T, the carrier’s transcontinental version of the A321, seats just 102 passengers in a three-cabin configuration. It sports 10 Flagship First suites, 20 lie-flat Flagship Business pods and 72 coach seats, half of which are in an extra-legroom Main Cabin Extra configuration....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Here’s an easy way to save a couple bucks. American Express is running a targeted Amex Offer where cardholders can save $10 on purchases of $25 or more made at Grubhub or Seamless.Popular around the country, Grubhub and Seamless allow you to order food at thousands of restaurants for delivery or pickup.If you find this offer on your American Express® Gold Card, you’ll likely be able to stack it with its monthly $10 dining credit, which can be redeemed with Seamless or Grubhub....

After an unprecedented four-day schedule meltdown earlier this month, Southwest Airlines is tabulating costs, voicing regrets, implementing fixes, and — on its earning call— reminiscing about the days when it was best known for quick turn times.Southwest CEO Gary Kelly, now at the center of an increasingly unpleasant battle over whether airline employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19, also said on the call that he does not oppose vaccines, but he is “empathetic with those who don’t want to be vaccinated....

Jump to Recipe This baked monkfish is easy-to-cook, nutritious, and sure to impress all of your dinner guests with how delicious it is! It truly does have a flavor that is reminiscent of lobster, which is why it is so popular! Pair it with my lemon butter sauce or drawn butter for a quick seafood dinner! Oven Baked Monkfish Recipe If you’ve never heard of monkfish before, it is a firm and sweet white fish that is strikingly similar to lobster!...

Jump to Recipe These are the best cheeses for melting whether you want a gooey sandwich, perfect pizza, romantic fondue, or a creamy casserole! All of these cheeses are known for their splendidly gooey qualities when melted. So take a look and decide which cheeses you really need to pick up on your next grocery run! Best Melting Cheeses I am an absolute cheese fanatic and, while I do love all cheeses, they were not all intended for the same purpose....

This no bake pumpkin cheesecake has a smooth and creamy pumpkin filling inside of a tasty Oreo cookie crust! There is absolutely no oven required for this sweet treat, making it an amazingly convenient dessert option for any occasion! With only about 20 minutes of prep work, this cheesecake couldn’t be any easier! Easy No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake I love using no bake recipes when I’m needing an easy and delicious treat with minimal effort!...

Delta’s fanciest cabins are finding a home on three additional transatlantic routes.Specifically, the Atlanta-based carrier will fly its latest wide-body aircraft, which are equipped with the airline’s flagship Delta One Suites and Premium Select cabins, on the following three routes:Atlanta (ATL) to Rome (FCO) — Airbus A350-900, beginning April 11.Salt Lake City (SLC) to Amsterdam (AMS) – Airbus A330-900neo, beginning April 11.Salt Lake City (SLC) to Paris (CDG) – Airbus A330-900neo, beginning March 27....