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By Buck Wolf, About.com

In matters of the heart we say, "To each his own." There are, of course, exceptions.

New Word for Married Gay Men

Some married gay men feel strange about listing their "Maiden" name on official documents. The The Dutch Language Union has come to their rescue.

Woman Fatally Folds Husband Into Couch

A Russian woman allegedly killed her drunk husband by kicking the handle that activated the folding couch on which he was laying. Emergency workers told a St. Petersburg TV network that he died instantly. Police did not comment.

Polygamous Sect Now Sells Clothing Online

Women of the Fundamentalist Church of the Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints have gone into business, selling their distinct handmade clothing, just perfect for a night on the town with your husband and a bevy of sister wives.

Va. Police investigate Man-Bride

When what seemed like a loving man and woman walked into a Norfolk courthouse and exchanged vows, they were pronounced man and wife. Now, Virginia authorities are wondering if the person in the wedding dress was actually a man.

Saudi Officials: It's OK to Marry a 1-Year-Old

As long as sex is postponed, a man can marry a 1-year-old girl in Saudi Arabia. One official tells Fox News, "There is no minimum age."

Honk Once for 'I Do'

To make marriage more accessible, the Church of Sweden will institute fun-filled drive-in weddings. These car rallies will include things like a priest singing Elvis tunes and "a bit of Las Vegas" said one official, who noted that 36 couples have applied to exchange vows at an upcoming event.

Here Come 130 Brides

To discourage extravagant spending on individual parties -- and to promote its beaches -- Taiwan hosts its biggest mass wedding. Hopefully, 130 grooms showed up.

Man Kidnaps Ex to Do His Ironing

A 43-year-old Italian man is accused of dragging his ex-girlfriend out of a bar and forcing her to clean, iron and do the dishes. One can only guess why she broke up with him. The man has been charged with kidnapping.

Like a Virgin: Muslim Women Seek Hymenoplasties

To create the illusion of virginity, a growing number of Muslim women in Europe are seeking a hyenoplasty - cosmetic surgery that restores the vaginal membrane that normally breaks in the first act of intercourse.

Sex in a Confessional

An Italian couple in their early 30s apologized to their local biship for having sex in a confessional box during morning Mass.

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