News Archive - Sep 2008 - Scarlet Magazine

Queen of the pout Keira Knightley reckons her relationship is doing just fine without any hint of marriage on the horizon. read full article

Published: 30/09/2008

Condoms and STI tests: Kelly Osbourne opens up

World Contraception Day champion Kelly Osbourne claims she first came across a condom at the age of seven. read full article

Published: 30/09/2008

Britney's sex tape torment continues

The inevitable has apparently occurred: Britney Spears' paparazzo ex is cashing in on their relationship by putting a sex tape featuring the star up for sale. read full article

Published: 30/09/2008

Ronnie, you're dumped

The wife of wrinkly rocker Ronnie Wood could end up having the last laugh after their relationship was ruined by a teenage cocktail waitress.
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Published: 29/09/2008

Depressed, anxious - and hooked on cyber sex

Beware of venturing into cyberspace for some assimilated loving - you could end up depressed, anxious and generally stressed out. read full article

Published: 29/09/2008

Gay dating guru reveals what men want

Single girls wondering why their dates never blossom into more lasting unions should re-think what they say and do in a bloke's presence. read full article

Published: 29/09/2008

Pammie: Sex tape? What sex tape?

The owner of the most famous fake boobs in Tinseltown claims she's never watched one of the original celebrity sex tapes - in which she stars. read full article

Published: 26/09/2008

Pammie: Sex tape? What sex tape?

The owner of the most famous fake boobs in Tinseltown claims she's never watched one of the original celebrity sex tapes - in which she stars. read full article

Published: 26/09/2008

Make your relationship - and your sex life - last for years to come

If you're in a long-term relationship, effective communication will ensure sexual satisfaction right through to your later years, say white-coated types in the know. read full article

Published: 26/09/2008

Make your relationship - and your sex life - last for years to come

If you're in a long-term relationship, effective communication will ensure sexual satisfaction right through to your later years, say white-coated types in the know. read full article

Published: 26/09/2008

Your body, your choice, says contraception champion Kelly

Women have enough sex and relationship worries without contraception being an extra source of stress, says Kelly Osbourne. read full article

Published: 26/09/2008

Your body, your choice, says contraception champion Kelly

Women have enough sex and relationship worries without contraception being an extra source of stress, says Kelly Osbourne. read full article

Published: 26/09/2008

Sex education: The earlier the better, say campaigners

That new comic aimed at teaching children 'the ABC of sex' might not be the worst idea for furthering the education of youngsters. read full article

Published: 25/09/2008

Take your pick of the toys for a relationship 'buzz'

Anyone dating a dude who's intimidated by "penis substitutes" (sex toys, that is) should consider investing in the non-penetrative type for experimentation purposes. read full article

Published: 25/09/2008

Celebrity sex shocker: Jason and Kylie got it on in a Travelodge

Neighbours icons Jason Donovan and Kylie Minogue consummated their relationship in a Travelodge down under, it has emerged. read full article

Published: 24/09/2008

There are gay people in your school - accept it, says Gandalf

There should be more tolerance for homosexual relationships in the nation's schools, according to the actor better known as Gandalf to many. read full article

Published: 24/09/2008

LiLo update: Yes, I'm a lesbian (maybe)

Rumours about the exact nature of their relationship have been flying around for some time, now Lindsay Lohan has admitted (sort of) that she's loved up with gal pal Samantha Ronson. read full article

Published: 24/09/2008

Forget phallic fun stuff - here's a subtle sex toy

A subtle new sex-toy collection will bring joy to dating couples who aren't keen on the "phallic" products found in high-street stores. read full article

Published: 23/09/2008

Safe-sex scientists call for more relationship reminders

Questions over the best way to provide sex and relationship guidance aren't confined to these shores, it has emerged. read full article

Published: 23/09/2008

Credit-crunch cash woes 'distract Brits from bonking'

If your relationship hasn't been hit by money woes yet, then prepare for the latest in a long line of credit-crunch casualties. read full article

Published: 23/09/2008

Get busy with the clit, male thrusters told

A lot of women have no problem making themselves come during their masturbatory 'me time', but they experience decidedly lacklustre loving when their partner pumps away on top of them. read full article

Published: 22/09/2008

Come back to me Kate: Doherty pines again

It's not the first time we've heard that pasty-faced rocker Pete Doherty's still pining for ex-girlfriend Kate Moss.
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Published: 22/09/2008

Fancy a quickie? Then your body better be ready

Dating duos who agree with Mr Madonna that quickie sex is the "best type" should make sure their equipment is ready for action before getting down to the saucy stuff.
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Published: 22/09/2008

Stoking the long-term relationship fire

Adding an element of adventure to your relationship can help you overcome the natural mismatch between love and lust, says all-knowing sexpert Tracey Cox.
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Published: 19/09/2008

Brangelina relationship rumours 'are rubbish'

The Brangelina partnership has certainly not come to an end, according to the Hollywood heavyweights' people. read full article

Published: 19/09/2008

Men get drunk 'to have sex with ugly women'

Men use alcohol in order to perform in the bedroom with any dates they consider to be ugly, according to a poll. read full article

Published: 19/09/2008

'ABC of sex' covered in new children's comic

Sex and relationship issues are broached in a new comic aimed at primary school children. read full article

Published: 18/09/2008

'Laugh together' if your bonk gets bumpy

We've already heard this week that being open with your partner is key to making a relationship last. read full article

Published: 18/09/2008

While you're down there...

Going down is the order of the day, um, down under, appropriately enough.
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Published: 17/09/2008

'Noughties' nookie capsule to capture relationship zeitgeist

The nature of sex and relationships in the noughties could become the inadvertent history lesson unearthed by future inhabitants on these shores. read full article

Published: 17/09/2008

We're skint and soaking - let's get hitched abroad, say Brits

Rising prices and our rain-sodden land are leading more loved-up couples to head abroad and round off their relationship with a more exotic - and affordable - wedding bash.
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Published: 16/09/2008

Avoid lacklustre loving by being 'emotionally open'

Opening up to your partner is not only good for your relationship, it could also benefit your psychological health. read full article

Published: 16/09/2008

One size 'does not fit all' for sex education

Providing more sex and relationship advice in the classroom might not be the solution to banishing teen pregnancies and STIs.
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Published: 15/09/2008

Sex on the beach: Yes please, say Brits

More than a quarter of holidaying Brits admit they've enjoyed some beach-based bonking at some point in their relationship. read full article

Published: 15/09/2008

Dita: From "ordinary" farm girl to babelicious bra model

Burlesque queen Dita Von Teese says her relationship with all things glamorous can be traced back to her liking for sexy lingerie.
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Published: 15/09/2008

Sing along to the condom song kids!

A contraception campaign with a difference is combining the safe-sex message with a spot of aural pleasure - but only in India though.
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Published: 12/09/2008

Clear your bookshelf for another new 'noughties' nookie manual

September must be the month for bringing out manuals dedicated to honing people's sex and dating know-how.
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Published: 12/09/2008

Sex ed in the noughties: From online porn to oral sex

If you thought your teachers' attempts at telling you about sex were cringe-inducing, get set for the latest educational tome from relationship veteran Dr Ruth.
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Published: 11/09/2008

Deal with infidelity a day at a time, says dating guru

Cheating undoubtedly obliterates trust in a relationship, but it doesn't have to mark the end of everything.
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Published: 11/09/2008

Viewers say no to 'educational' nookie show

A handful of disgruntled Channel 4 viewers might not be clearing any more Tuesday-night telly dates in their diaries after this week. read full article

Published: 11/09/2008

Battery-operated bedroom toys 'not to be sniffed at'

Pushing your own buttons with a battery-operated bedroom toy provides no cause for coyness, according to one proponent of the G-spot gadgets. read full article

Published: 10/09/2008

Partner-swapping's here to stay for swingers down under

Aussies who favour a spot of swinging to spice up their relationship are breathing a sigh of relief this week. read full article

Published: 10/09/2008

Newsflash: Watching lesbian porn doesn't mean you're gay

Enjoying the odd spot of lesbian porn doesn't mean your relationship with your boyfriend is doomed. read full article

Published: 10/09/2008

Scientists link binge drinking to bed-based badness

Binge drinking is probably not the best idea for ladies in the dating game, scientists have suggested. read full article

Published: 09/09/2008

Men: They all just want to settle down, really

It's true - men really do think being in a relationship is more important than getting lots of sex. read full article

Published: 09/09/2008

Green-minded relationship seekers turn to 'eco dating'

The trend for all things eco-friendly has made its way into the world of dating now. read full article

Published: 09/09/2008

Scotland says hurrah for sexual health

Remember we told you about those government investigator types who claimed more chat about sex and relationships would cut teen pregnancy rates? read full article

Published: 08/09/2008

Big Bro's Sara: I'm sex-mad, me

When former housemate Stuart said he was looking to settle down, she was all over him like a rash. read full article

Published: 08/09/2008

Latest literary lust fest about 'sex for enjoyment'

The particular line of literary lust championed by Mills and Boon has always been emphatically relationship-based. read full article

Published: 08/09/2008

Safety in the sack: Uni students' top tip for freshers

They haven't gone totally square when it comes to all things sex and relationship-themed, but university students won't be catching any STIs if they can help it. read full article

Published: 05/09/2008

G-spot good stuff: It's in the way she moves

A woman's walk could give away whether she's experiencing regular G-spot good stuff in her relationship. read full article

Published: 05/09/2008

'Abstain while dating' to preserve marriage purity

People who promise not to have sex while they're dating do often put off the popping of their cherry until they're married. read full article

Published: 04/09/2008

Cheating blokes: Blame the genes, suggest scientists

Could it be the excuse blokes have been looking for all along? Scientists reckon men's cheating could be in their genes. read full article

Published: 04/09/2008

Office dating: A do for blokes (not so much for ladies)

Most men think it's fine to start dating a work colleague and they'll even flirt with their boss if they think it'll get them a promotion or pay rise. read full article

Published: 04/09/2008

It's all in the face: Women seek out 'dad-alikes'

If you're happy in your relationship, maybe you should step back and take a closer look at your partner's facial features.
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Published: 03/09/2008

Pre-wedding party fans jet away from money woes

People heading on hen and stag nights are looking to exotic destinations to take their minds off the credit crunch and seal their relationship in style. read full article

Published: 03/09/2008

Latest from the scientists: HRT can improve sexuality

Remember we told you yesterday about blokes' bad luck in the sex-hormone stakes? Turns out women are at the opposite end of the scale.
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Published: 02/09/2008

Relationship expert: Don't be backward about boudoir desires

Dating duos should not be shy when it comes to telling partners about their sexual needs, says one sage-like sexpert. read full article

Published: 02/09/2008

Web-based fun dates 'don't make you unfaithful'

Indulging in so-called cyber sex doesn't mean your relationship is doomed - unless you start hiding your habit from your partner.
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Published: 02/09/2008

'Sex still sells' for cash-strapped Aussies

The sex industry is booming in Australia despite economic woes felt elsewhere, after AUS$1.13 billion (£0.5 billion) was spent by punters last year. read full article

Published: 01/09/2008

It's all in the wrist: The secret to the Beckham relationship?

David Beckham allegedly maintains the sexual spark in his relationship with Posh by wearing libido-boosting beads around his wrist.
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Published: 01/09/2008

Sex hormones 'lead to dodgy heart health' for blokes

It's the last thing you're likely to be worried about in your relationship - but men's sex hormones could be harbouring something more serious than a little heartbreak. read full article

Published: 01/09/2008