Cheap, Er, Online Dating Popular

Not only are people holding off on divorce as a result of the failing economy, now they're looking for more economical ways to woo once on the market again.

Dating hot spot PlentyMoreFish.com has seen a staggering jump in activity, reports vnunet.com. The co-owner of the free online dating site credits the, uh, lack of credit for increased interest, explaining that economic downturns effect single and single parents most dramatically.

Buying "virtual drinks" via online dating does seem a bit more prudent these day