relatives

Family Feuds: Navigating the Stress of Rigid Holiday Traditions with Relatives

by

Carolyn Hax, a nationally syndicated advice columnist, recently tackled a familiar holiday dilemma about a reader frustrated by their brother and sister-in-law’s rigid holiday schedules. In her response, Hax stressed the importance of open communication and setting boundaries while respecting family traditions and relationships. Every holiday season brings its own set of challenges and frustrations, particularly when dealing with family expectations and longstanding traditions. In this case, the reader expressed difficulty in managing their own holiday plans due to their brother and sister-in-law’s insistence on hosting every Christmas celebration at their home, without consideration for … Read more

Carolyn Hax Tackles Issue of Relatives Who Dominate Conversations with Personal Antics

by

Los Angeles – Family gatherings often bring a mix of joyous reunions and unique personal quirks to the forefront. However, when conversations become one-sided, it might have a lasting effect on family relations and personal enjoyment. Such is the scenario with a couple who dominate discussions with tales of their lives, leaving little room for others to share, speak or connect. This situation could become a source of tension and discomfort amongst family members who might feel overshadowed or undervalued during such interactions. Relationships expert Carolyn Hax shares insights on navigating these choppy conversational waters … Read more

Relatives Seek Justice and Compensation in Grievous Tempe Train Collision: First Lawsuit Heard in Athens Court

by

Athens, Greece – The Athens Court of First Instance heard the first lawsuit from the relatives of a victim of the tragic Tempe train collision. The collision, which took place on February 28, 2023, was the deadliest rail disaster in Greek history, claiming the lives of 57 people and injuring many others. The lawsuit seeks compensation of 240,000 euros per plaintiff, totaling over 1 million euros for the five relatives. It is expected that more relatives will also pursue legal action to find some moral vindication through compensation. During the court hearing, Epaminondas Bouras, a … Read more