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Heavy security takes the fun out of Sri Lankan weddings (AFP via Yahoo! News) - Ahead of a South Asia regional summit in early August, the Sri Lankan government has dealt weddings yet another blow by ordering five-star hotels to cancel all banquet hall and restaurant bookings for a week.

Lanikai residents: No commercial weddings (Honolulu Star-Bulletin) - Some Lanikai residents say enough is enough - they no longer want commercial weddings taking place in their neighborhood. At the same time, the white-sand beach with turquoise waters is sought after by brides and grooms throughout the world since being named one of the top 10 most beautiful beaches.

5 Ways to Save at Weddings (US News & World Report) - Just because your friends are getting married doesn't mean you have to go broke.

Couples opt for humanist weddings as appeal of the church wanes (The Scotsman) - MORE and more couples are choosing humanist weddings over religious ceremonies because they have little connection with a church, a celebrant said last night.

Humanist weddings on the increase (West Lothian Courier) - Humanist weddings are on the increase while overall marriage figures are in decline, statistics have revealed.

Figures show a rise in the number of humanist weddings (BBC News) - The number of humanist wedding ceremonies taking place in Scotland is on the rise, according to new figures.

Taking The Kids: More destination weddings being geared to include families (Ventura County Star) - Four-year-old Grace Layman, decked out in full frilly flower girl regalia, excitedly led her smiling surprise guest to the separate kids' party she was hosting at her dad's wedding reception. Mickey Mouse wowed everyone — grown-ups, too.

At gay weddings, traditions remain strong pull (Lancaster Online) - Who may now kiss the bride when there are two grooms Since the state of California began issuing marriage certificates to same-s

Wine country zoning changes sought (The Press-Enterprise) - In an effort to emphasize winemaking in Temecula Valley Wine Country, Riverside County planners want to change the region's zoning for businesses that host weddings, parties and other special events.

Weddings taking big bites out of wallets (Missoulian) - Editor's note: Each Sunday, the Missoulian examines how the nation's economic downturn is affecting western Montanans. Amanda Lewis is finding out that marrying Mr. Right comes with a hefty price tag.