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Seven first dates that are not a drink
Short, cheap, and easy to leave — the three properties any good first date actually needs.
August 12, 2026
Reading a profile like an adult
What to actually look for in a dating profile — and why photo-led swiping predicts almost nothing about compatibility.
August 6, 2026
A local's guide to dating in Lisbon, according to our community
First in a city series, sourced from members who actually date here — where to go, what to skip, and what Lisbon dating culture assumes you already know.
July 31, 2026
What 4,000 first messages taught us about replies
We looked at thousands of opening messages on Unfate. The ones that got replies had one thing in common, and it wasn't wit.
July 25, 2026