Romance costs more this year as inflation lifts Valentine's Day gift prices
Love is biting consumers this year amid the rising cost of flowers, chocolates and other Valentine's Day staples.
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Here's where most unmarried adults live in the U.S.
About 46% of U.S. adults aged 20 and older are unmarried, according to a CBS News Data Team analysis of Census data.
Inside the origins of modern Valentine's Day celebrations
Valentine's cards and gifts have their roots in English traditions — but Americans have long embraced them for romantic partners and other loved ones.
Why do we celebrate Valentine's Day and who was Saint Valentine?
Happy Valentine's Day! Learn more about its history and what it's all about in 2025.
How people in different states celebrate Valentine's Day
Here's a look at some of the top Valentine's Day search trends and what they reveal about how Americans planned to celebrate.
This couple grew up on the same block. A dating app matched them years later.
In the days before Valentine's Day, CBS News is featuring stories about love that blossomed despite unimaginable odds. We call this series Love, Against All Odds.
What happens on dating apps ahead of Valentine's Day?
A match made in data: Hinge, Tinder, Bumble and OkCupid reveal some dating trends in the lead-up to Valentine's Day.
What a dozen roses may cost you this Valentine's Day
The average price of a dozen roses for Valentine's Day 2025 vary by state due to factors like supply chain logistics, weather and inflation.
"On the Road with Steve Hartman: Driven by Love"
Steve Hartman is sharing heartwarming stories that will inspire you this Valentine's Day in the 30-minute special "On the Road with Steve Hartman: Driven by Love."
Who should pay on the first date? Experts weigh in.
On a first date, who should pay? For Valentine's Day, experts weigh in on old norms and new rules of dating .
Most Americans think they are romantic, but what is it that makes them so?
Two in three in romantic relationships plan to celebrate Valentine's Day this year, according to a CBS News Valentine's Day poll.
Online dating scams peak ahead of Valentine's Day. Here are warning signs.
More people on dating apps are being targeted by scammers using bots and artificial intelligence, according to experts.
Trying "dry dating"? Here are expert-approved sober dating tips
"What I've found is once you push away alcohol as a crutch in dating, it's a way to build genuine, real confidence in yourself," author and dating coach Connell Barrett says.
Sweethearts makes "Situationship" conversation hearts for Valentine's Day
This may just be the perfect Valentine's Day gift for that kinda special person.
Florist surprises 800 widows with flowers on Valentine's Day
The small business owner raised $50,000 and amassed more than 1,000 volunteers to support the effort.
Beware these 5 financial red flags in a romantic partner
On Valentine's Day, financial experts say these dubious money habits can scuttle a relationship.
Professional matchmaker on how make this Valentine's Day your last alone
Three in 10 American adults are single, according to Pew Research.
"Love Is Blind" hosts Nick and Vanessa Lachey
In the Netflix reality series, singles become engaged sight unseen. Hosts Nick and Vanessa Lachey talk about the show's new take on courtship, and share their own road to matrimony.
Americans expected to spend $26 billion for Valentine's Day
Valentine's spending is expected to go up year-over-year as consumers expand their gift-giving to friends — and even pets.
Valentine's Day travel deals and gift ideas: Samsonite, Delsey, Monos and more
Planning a trip for Valentine's Day? Shop these luggage and travel deals to prepare.
Do you believe in true love?
A photographer, romance novelist, screenwriter and psychologist answer an age-old question; talk about the stages of love (lust, romantic obsession, and attachment); and discuss how to keep love alive.
Los Angeles-based “hugging therapist” Steve Maher hugs his clients, and explains to Mo Rocca the difference between hugging and cuddling, because there IS a difference
Los Angeles-based “hugging therapist” Steve Maher hugs his clients, and explains to Mo Rocca the difference between hugging and cuddling, because there IS a difference. Rocca also gets close to Samantha Hess, who started a Portland, Ore.-based business that touts the benefits of touch.
These dogs went speed dating to find their perfect match
This Valentine's Day, even dogs are looking for love
Rubies: The real rock stars
Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but blood-red gemstones are a cut above the rest. Serena Altschul examines what qualities make rubies the new gold standard for romantic gifts
Tougher rules for office romances
Nearly 1 in 4 people have found romance in the workplace, but companies are getting stricter about such behavior
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