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Posthumous divorce on the rise in Japan as a way to distance oneself from in-laws
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Master Blaster
Sep 5, 2024 - Tweet
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The top 10 traits of the “perfect wife” according to the ladies of one Chinese city
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Audrey Akcasu
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What makes the perfect wife? Of course, opinions vary across cultures and even from person to person, but a regional branch of The China Times newspaper, Chongqing Daily, think they pinpointed ten specific conditions and characteristics that the perfect wife would possess. To test their theory, the newspaper surveyed over 700 of their female readers in Chongqing City, Southwestern China, asking them if they agreed or disagreed with the newspaper’s description of the ideal wife. What are the ten perceived requirements for the perfect female partner? Read on to find out!
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