Marita Alonso

Television censors them, politicians try to avoid them, and comedians appropriate them, but swear words all depends on context

Moderate nudity is in vogue on the social media platform. Some users seek to show off a sculpted physique, others to revindicate a non-normative silhouette. All are reaping passionate response and many, many likes

‘Finance bro’ has become a fashionable term on TikTok to describe a certain type of gentleman with a healthy bank account and stand-out closet, proving that, even as some trends come and go, deep pockets and a tie will always be attractive

The experts consulted consider blocking on social media to be a formula for empowerment and an ally for our well-being

So-called ‘cockfishing,’ or lying about one’s phallus size on dating apps by sending doctored or fake photos, is growing more prevalent in a world in which pornography has dominated several generations of mens’ sex ed

Experts say there is growing interest in aesthetic, regenerative and functional gynecology. Pornography and unfortunate comments from partners are driving women’s insecurity

The rise of the far right and the resurgence of tradwives has helped fuel an online trend in which women advise others on how to find male providers. Coaches say women are ‘investments’ and believe their sole objective should be taking care of their man

The international press has coined a term for the lot — ‘hot rodent man’ — and swears that the faces of actors like Timothée Chalamet, Barry Keoghan, Jeremy Allen White, Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor constitute a new kind of masculine beauty

Several studies find that falling in love can stimulate the same areas of the brain as drugs, and be just as addictive

They began in 2012, gained popularity during the pandemic and today have established themselves as an actual nightlife option: parties with technological and professional themes that are asserting the influence of the office over human contact

The romantic partner of Arsenal player Declan Rice has been subjected to fatphobic attacks on social media. Apparently, she doesn’t meet the beauty standards that are supposed to apply to a professional footballer’s girlfriend. This phenomenon perpetuates the harmful stereotype that a successful and attractive man has to be with a slim woman

The video that went viral on social media is just one more example of the fitness culture of celebrities, where being an actor or singer is not just about the craft, but also about physical appearances

Learn the signs that you’re dating a macho man and why it is empowering to recognize them and steer clear of them by respecting your own boundaries and values

How many sex toys can a tester have at home? How many people test a toy before it is marketed? We talked to Venus O’Hara, an orgasm activist and well-known educator, about the use of these devices

In ‘All the Rage: Mothers, Fathers, and the Myth of Equal Partnership’, the U.S. psychologist takes on the unequal division of household chores. A word of warning for women readers: this book might make you mad

The hookup app revolution has gotten old. While classic apps work on their reputational crisis, new platforms propose a break with the philosophy of their predecessors

The avant-garde artist frequently converses with a chatbot designed to emulate the former Velvet Underground frontman

Experts discuss how AI will impact sexual relations, and what ethical considerations must be kept in mind

A new search for virility spreading through the most conservative sectors of America has found its symbol in nicotine pouches, a nod to the Marlboro Man who represented values they consider long gone

More and more non-diabetics are measuring their glucose spikes with sensors that make health monitoring the ultimate privilege. Is it a form of health consciousness or an unjustified obsession?

Whether it’s the lifts that a politician wears to a rally or the inches that a single man adds to his height on a dating app, the world is still obsessed with the issue of male stature

‘Are We Dating The Same Guy?’ Facebook groups have caught on around the world. They were born from a mission to warn other women about men who behave dishonestly on social media, but a defamation lawsuit has revealed their challenges

The host of the YouTube talk show ‘Chicken Shop Date’ will be the social media ambassador and red carpet correspondent for the Oscars. She’s discovering why Hollywood loves her

In-flight sex is no longer a dirty secret: nowadays, companies organize trips designed to facilitate your entry into the mile high club. But if such furtive encounters are your thing, make sure you read up on laws in the countries to which your plane is registered

Popular culture and various studies agree: feeling desire for someone we don’t like is quite normal. Experts explain why

Everything you ever wanted to know about intimate feminine hygiene, with answers from experts

Dating app fatigue is a real risk for those who, faced with a flood of messages and the disappointment of not finding an actual partner, lose all hope of finding love through digital techniques