Subtle sexism is hard to point out, especially when it comes in the form of a compliment. A series of illustrations called “Backhanded Compliments,” drawn by 19-year-old artist Vanessa Papastavros, show how often women receive compliments that are actually insults. … more

NEWPORT, N.H. (AP) — A man convicted of beating his wife to death hours after she filed for divorce was sentenced Friday to 30 years to life in prison, shortly after his lawyer read a statement about how much he … more

If a woman says she was sexually assaulted — believe her. In a new video for her series “MTV Braless,” Laci Green discusses why many people don’t believe sexual assault survivors and their stories, despite the fact that research has … more

As part of our Blended Family Friday series, each week we spotlight a different stepfamily to learn how they successfully blended their two families. Our hope is that by telling their stories, we’ll bring you closer to blended family bliss … more

It’s that time of year again: Americans everywhere are gathering their tax documents, visiting their accountants, filling out the proper forms, and submitting their income tax returns to the Internal Revenue Service. The process isn’t necessarily “easy.” Every year, the … more

Conscious uncoupling clearly works for Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin. The pair, who announced their split last March, enjoyed a family vacation in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico with their kids, Apple and Moses, this week. Paltrow looked tan and toned in … more

Word to the wise: If you’re having a conversation with a newly divorced mom, be careful what you say. As the Mom.me video above hilariously illustrates, there’s a very fine line between sympathetic and so unbelievably prying, you’re liable to … more

Charles Spencer, the younger brother of Princess Diana, will forever be remembered for the powerful eulogy he delivered at his sister’s funeral service. With frankness and honesty, he lashed out at the paparazzi who made Diana “the most hunted person … more

Parents going through divorce are constantly on the lookout for expert advice on how to raise healthy, resilient kids. But hey, the kids themselves just might have the best answers. Below, eight writers share what it was like growing up … more

Call me an optimist or a believer in happy endings, but I truly pray my marriage can stand the test of time. As much as I love my husband and our union, I’m well aware of the divorce rate in … more