For five years, the Saturday magazine column 'You Be the Judge' has settled the most petty yet passionate household disagreements. From fights over shared toothbrushes to mid-sex water bladders, the column has delved into the trivial irritations that test relationships.
Since 2021, journalist interviews have uncovered couples clashing over alarm clocks, dishcloths, and even dog care. Siblings argue about sex lives and strangers in shared flats. The column, part small-claims court, part sociology experiment, turns minor grievances into battles that feel life-or-death.
Now, as the column reaches a milestone, we look back at the verdicts and ask: what happened next? The answers reveal how these small disputes can reshape relationships.