Lydia Patrick

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A man is facing online backlash after demanding his date cover half of the cost of a meal—despite not having paid for it himself. A viral Reddit post, shared by u/SubjectDrifter, has sparked intense discussion about modern dating etiquette and what it really means to "pay your way."The original poster (OP) recounted the awkward experience in a post on r/AmITheA*****. She explained that she had gone to meet a man for a first date at a restaurant he had chosen.

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Lydia Patrick

A Staffordshire bull terrier's bedtime tradition has captured hearts online, with a viral video showing just how much (and how little) has changed since he was a tiny pup. The dog's owner, who posts under the handle @rocco_the_blue_staffy, shared touching footage of their dog Rocco—a gray Staffordshire bull terrier—following the same nightly ritual from the age of 8 weeks to now, aged 2.

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Lydia Patrick

A poodle's dramatic makeover has taken TikTok by storm, leaving viewers in awe of the transformation from scruffy pup to stylish showdog. Dog mom Amber Hazelton (@ambacabranda) shared a now-viral video of her poodle's grooming journey. Before the trim, the pup had an unruly white curly mane that covered her eyes. Afterward, she sported a sleek and chic traditional poodle cut. The clip quickly resonated with viewers, racking up 222,000 views and 8,181 likes on TikTok.

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Lydia Patrick

A pregnant woman has found unexpected support online after a frustrating encounter with her hairdresser, who canceled their appointment the night before her birthday. Reddit user u/Healthy_Screen_5153 shared her experience on the subreddit "mildly infuriating," where the post racked up more than 12,000 upvotes. According to the post, she showed up for a late-night 11:45 p.m. hair appointment only to be met with delays—and ultimately, disappointment.

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Lydia Patrick

By Lydia Patrick is a Newsweek Life and Trends Reporter based in London, focusing on emerging trends, human interest stories, and women's issues. She previously uncovered a growing pattern of knife crime against women in the UK and worked on stories focusing on the dark side of medical tourism. She joined Newsweek in 2024, having previously worked at the Independent and South West News Service.