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You Can Reduce the Cost of Your Wedding… By Selling Tickets?

The average wedding now costs $33,000, which works out to about $284 per guest. That’s a lot of money to feed Aunt Carol, who will still complain that the chicken was “a little dry.” And it’s really hard to find ways to save a meaningful amount of money.

But now, there’s a new French app called Invitin that basically lets you sell tickets to your wedding.

Before you clutch your pearls, it’s not about charging your friends and family admission (although, let’s be honest, a few relatives would deserve it). This is for strangers… actual paying wedding crashers. You pick how many tickets to sell, price them anywhere from $100 to $200 (or more if your venue is fancy), and then let randos come eat your food, dance to your playlist, and cry during your vows like they’ve known you since kindergarten.

It’s not a total free-for-all, though.

Couples can “approve” ticket buyers after seeing their profiles first, and guests must follow a strict code: dress nice, show up on time, drink like an adult, and keep their phone in their pocket unless they have permission to post.

So, basically, they have to act better than some actual family members.

There are some obvious logistics to figure out. The wedding planner has to seat these people somewhere (maybe “Table 9: The Misfits”), and alert the photographer so you don’t end up with an album full of, “Wait, who’s that?”

Right now, Invitin is just a small French startup, but if it takes off, you can bet it’ll hit the U.S., or inspire something similar. Give it a couple years and you’ll be RSVPing “Yes” to a wedding you found on Eventbrite, showing up with a gift card, and telling the bride, “I loved your ceremony. By the way, what’s your name again?”

“Honey” Is No Longer the #1 Pet Name Couples Use

If you still call your significant other “Honey,” there’s a decent chance you also keep a landline and refer to texting as “sending a message.”

A new nationwide poll by YouGov reveals that while “Honey” is still sticking around, it’s being abandoned by younger generations.

The most popular pet name in America is “Babe”

That’s according to a survey of more than 25,000 adults across the country. Yes, “Honey” is still in the mix, but it’s definitely skewing older.

Here’s how the top five nicknames couples use for each other stack up these days:

Babe – Used by 20% of Americans, but especially popular among younger adults. Only 10% of seniors have adopted it.
Honey – Still beloved by 13%, but mostly by folks over 65. Just 6% of Gen Z use it, compared to a whopping 22% of seniors.
Baby – Sitting at 10% overall, it’s actually the top pet name among Gen Z with 15%.
Sweetheart – Used by 6%, and once again, it’s the older crowd keeping this one alive.
Love – Also 6%. Apparently, we’ve got a few Americans channeling their inner Brit.

Other pet names couples use

If your preferred pet name is even more niche, 2% of people use Dear, Boo, Bae, or Darling. Meanwhile, the truly dedicated 1% are still out here calling their partners Angel, Sugar, or Pumpkin.

Interestingly, the poll found that half of all couples regularly use pet names, but not everyone’s on board. 10% said they’d prefer if their partner didn’t use them at all.

So, if your significant other throws out a “Hey, Pumpkin” and you flinch? You’re not alone.

Bottom line: pet names are still alive and well, but like fashion trends and social media platforms, they change with the times. If you’re still saying “Sweetie Pie,” it might be time to upgrade. Or, just double down and say it louder.

TV’s Cutest Cartoon Couples, From the Stone Age to the Distant Future

Love is in the air—cartoon air, that is. Whether they’re causing chaos, saving the world, or just making each other laugh, animated couples have been holding it down on our screens for decades. And now, “Entertainment Weekly“ has listed their favorites.

This delightful roundup of animated romances includes everything from sitcom staples like Homer and Marge Simpson to more surprising pairings (yes, Scooby and Shaggy made the list). It’s a love letter to animated TV and all the weird, wild, and occasionally adorable duos who call it home.

Here’s who made the cut:

Fred and Wilma Flintstone (“The Flintstones”) – The original stone-age sweethearts.
George and Jane Jetson (“The Jetsons”) – The futuristic family couple with timeless bickering.
Scooby and Shaggy (“Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!”) – Because bromances count too, especially ones based entirely on snacks.
Homer and Marge Simpson (“The Simpsons”) – Somehow still going strong after 30+ seasons of absolute nonsense.
Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy (“Harley Quinn”) – Gotham’s most chaotic couple, and an LGBTQ+ fan favorite.
Cyclops, Jean Grey, and Wolverine (“X-Men: The Animated Series”) – A complicated triangle that gave ‘90s kids feelings.
Hank and Peggy Hill (“King of the Hill”) – Low-key and practical, with just enough propane-fueled passion.
Lois and Peter Griffin (“Family Guy”) – Wildly dysfunctional, but weirdly inseparable.
Adora and Catra (“She-Ra and the Princesses of Power”) – Enemies to lovers, with glowing swords and intergalactic trauma.
Leela and Fry (“Futurama”) – He’s a lovable doofus, she’s a one-eyed badass—classic opposites attract.
Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers (“Scott Pilgrim Takes Off”) – A Netflix reboot brought their complicated love story back to life, again.
Bob and Linda Belcher (“Bob’s Burgers”) – Probably the most relatable couple on the list. Supportive, silly, and fueled by burgers.
Diane Nguyen and Mr. Peanutbutter (“BoJack Horseman”) – Not exactly #relationshipgoals, but certainly memorable.
Kim Possible and Ron Stoppable (“Kim Possible”) – Saving the world between math class and prom.

Notably, Entertainment Weekly didn’t rank them officially—but this is the order they presented them in, so read into it as you will.

Whether you’re a fan of heartwarming loyalty, dysfunctional chaos, or endearing awkwardness, this list has a couple for every cartoon-loving soul. Who knew animated love could be so… animated?