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Guess which of these men would make the most loving, caring husband?

Why "Wimpy" Men Make The Best Husbands

A new study says that when the economy is bad, women turn to sensitive and caring men.

Researchers from Southampton Solent University in the U.K have found that in times of economic turmoil, women prefer gentle, sensitive men.

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Being nice can lead to a happier you AND a better relationship!

Why It's Important To Be Nice [EXPERT]

It's important to be nice...it will make your relationships better. Here's a little formula to help!

Someone famous once said, "It's nice to be important, but it's more important to be nice." That's easy to remember when life is good, but it's more important to remember when you're faced with a challenge, especially when that challenge is in your romantic relationship, when the tendency is to shut down or go on the attack. I've tried both of those tactics and I wouldn't recommend them if the relationship is important to you.

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Even a good man has a hard time dating. Even John Goodman.

What Guys Think Links: Where Are All The Nice Single Guys?

They're out there, ladies.

There are some good men out there. Believe that, shawty. More man-myths SHATTERED. One-night stands can very easily result in relationships. How to figure out a guy's relationship intentions. Why do men disappear? Why do dudes like girl-on-girl sexy action so much? When can you date a friend's ex with impunity? Things you can do this 11/11/11 (on a date). A man loves food, sometimes more than sex.

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The Bedroom: Playing Nice Isn't Always Best

Nice sex doesn't necessarily mean good sex; how one woman couldn't settle for Mr. Nice.

Mike was smart, interesting and nice ... too nice when we slept together for the first time. There had been no throwdown, no frantic disrobing, no moaning loud enough to wake the neighbors, no playfulness. Instead, there was soft music playing in the background, gentle kisses on my eyelids, careful caressing, uncomfortable, unwavering eye contact, and ... Oh, God, is he making love to me?

6 Quick Pick-Me-Ups For A Glum Guy

6 Quick Pick-Me-Ups For A Glum Guy

A few random acts of kindness for your guy.

We have a fantastic list of 101 really easy things you can do to improve your relationship, please have a look at it and do those things. You will be between very happy with the results. But sometimes your dude may need a pick me up rather than a bit of relationships maintenance*. Here are six quick (non-sexual**) things you can do for your dude if he's feeling a little blue.

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Santa’s Top 10 Celeb Gift List

It's time for Santa's Naughty and Nice list of 2008 celebrities.

Some of our favorite celebs were either naughty or nice this year and Santa wants to weigh in on what they should get. So, Madonna, Guy Ritchie, Paris Hilton, Heidi and Spencer, Lindsay Lohan, Raffaello Follieri, Chris Brown, Pete Wentz, Sean Avery and Beyonce should know what they have in store.

Nice Girls Finish Last; Be Naughty This Holiday

Nice Girls Finish Last; Be Naughty This Holiday

Peace and love are overrated—this holiday season stop being the nice girl.

Back when you were a kid your mom probably told you "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all," and that Santa was checking his list twice to find out "who's naughty and nice." Now that we're older we know good from bad, but we also know we'd rather tell the truth than hide it. Ole St. Nick never had to deal with an oversexed coworker up on his Mrs. every time he turned his back during the annual Christmas party, so we think it's time to redefine the rules. Read on to fine out when "naughty" is actually "nice" this holiday season.

Brangelina Babies Born

Brangelina Babies Born

French twins!

The seemingly ever-expanding Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie clan welcomed two new additions on Saturday night in Nice, France: Knox Leon and Vivienne Marcheline.

New Babies: Kidman, Si! Jolie, No!

New Babies: Kidman, Si! Jolie, No!

Nicole Kidman had her baby! Angelina Jolie's unborn ones were honored.

Nicole Kidman had her baby. That didn't seem like a very long pregnancy, did it? Congrats, Nicole and Keith Urban. But Angelina Jolie still has her babies on board. Yeah, what's the rush?