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By Sachin Baghel A scripted video from Bangladesh showing a man confront his octogenarian grandfather at an arbitration forum for marrying the former's wife in an act of 'halala' is circulating among Indian social media users as a real incident. BOOM found that the video has been filmed by a Youtuber from Bangladesh named Sharmin Shakil for entertainment purposes and social awareness. The video shows a young man confronting his wife and an aged man at a public forum for marrying each other through the Islamic way of 'halala'. Halala is an Islamic practice where a woman after being divorced thr...
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The concept of retiring together with a partner or spouse may sound appealing. However, in reality, this is not always true. According to the U.S. Administration on Aging, nearly a third of men and more than half of women over age 65 are widowed, divorced, or never married. While dual-income households do have some advantages, plenty of single people are able to retire comfortably — and even prosper. In particular, this applies if you set a lofty goal like retiring early. In this article, we’ll explore the pros and cons of early retirement for single Americans, as well as what they can do to p...
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By Hazel Gandhi Several news outlets including News18 and DNA have shared a scripted video where two men are marrying the same woman and claimed that the incident is real. BOOM found that the video is scripted and the people in it are actors. BOOM has previously debunked other instances where a scripted video is peddled as real. Read our fact-checks here. Shared by News 18 with the headline, "2 boys took turns marrying a girl, made her wear mangalsutra together, tremendous example of Sharing Is Caring" (Original text in Hindi: "2 लड़कों ने बारी-बारी से भरी लड़की की मांग, मिल-बांट कर पहनाया मंगलस...
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No matter how long you have been married or how many anniversaries you’ve celebrated, you’re sure to know that you’re stronger together than you are apart. Retirement savings are no different. When it comes to retirement planning specifically, they still need to keep an eye out for ways to manage it as a couple — even if a couple keeps some aspects of their finances separate. In order to make retirement as enjoyable as possible for you and your spouse, here are some things to consider. A Couple’s Guide to Combining Retirement AccountsYour retirement accounts cannot be combined with your spouse...
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By Kaisar Andrabi DELHI – On December 13, the Maharashtra government announced that it will set up a panel, headed by the state's Women and Child Development Minister, to track inter-caste and interfaith marriages in the state. The aim of the 13-member panel named the 'Intercaste/ Interfaith Marriage-Family Coordination Committee (state level)' is reportedly to provide a platform for women in inter-caste and inter-faith marriages to communicate with their estranged families. This was done in light of Shraddha Walker's murder in Delhi allegedly by her live-in partner Aftab Poonawalla. Just days...
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Washington (AFP) - The US Senate will vote this week on a bill to protect same-sex marriage, Democratic Senate leader Chuck Schumer said Monday, after an agreement reached between members of both parties. In the United States, same-sex unions have been guaranteed by the Supreme Court since 2015. But after the court's historic overturning of a longstanding ruling protecting the right to abortion, many progressives fear that same-sex marriage may also be under threat. In mid-July, the House of Representatives passed a law to protect such unions across the country. All House Democrats and 47 Re...
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So you’ve made the decision to tie the knot, congratulations! But getting the perfect ring in Japan can be quite a daunting task. With all the different jewelry shops and the overwhelming selection, it’s understandable if you’re feeling a bit lost. Hopefully, here we’ll demystify the process a bit and help you find a great ring you’ll be proud to wear every day. How to startBefore you consider visiting a ring shop, you should have the basics figured out first. Some good things to think about before going ring shopping are: Budget (factoring in costs per ring)Who’s payingBy when do you want the...
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Washington (AFP) - The US House of Representatives passed a bill on Tuesday that would provide federal protection for same-sex marriage amid fears that the Supreme Court could roll back recognition of such unions. The Respect for Marriage Act was approved in the Democratic-controlled chamber by a vote of 267 to 157, but its prospects are uncertain in the Senate. Forty-seven Republican lawmakers joined Democrats in voting for the bill, which was met with scattered applause on the House floor when it passed. Democrats have 50 seats in the 100-member Senate and 10 Republican votes would be needed...
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Traveling with in-laws for the first time is already daunting, but throw in language barriers and the possibility of a cultural faux-pas, and you’ll be sweating buckets just thinking about it. Luckily for you, I’ve been on a trip or two with my Japanese in-laws, so here I’ll share some of my experiences and how to navigate what may seem like a confusing cultural maze. Courtesies beforehandWhen traveling with in-laws, you need to be polite and considerate. However, when traveling with Japanese in-laws, you need to pay extra attention to cultural nuances and expectations. In the initial stages o...
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Tokyo (AFP) - The course of true love never did run smooth, but after public controversy and a wedding delay, Japan's Princess Mako is reportedly set to tie the knot and move to America. The daughter of Japan's crown prince and niece of Emperor Naruhito has endured years of sniping and stalling over her plans to marry sweetheart Kei Komuro. The pair have now decided to wed without some traditional ceremonies and reject a payout that usually goes to female royals marrying out of the royal family. Japan's imperial succession rules mean that 29-year-old Mako will lose her title after marriage to ...
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