Prisons, mental hospitals and homeless shelters are testaments to the consequences of a failure to form families. The most ...

Like leftovers (wrapped in Kirkland plastic wrap or not), a marriage can feel stale after a while. That spark? Seemingly snuffed out. Stale bread cannot become fresh again, but what about a marriage?

This included a 2026 wedding, traveling the world in 2027, and, hopefully, starting a family in 2028. On the night of Nov. 5, before the election was even called, Ms. Nett abruptly changed her mind.

But this time, instead of scrolling through apps or sitting through blind dates, they’re putting their faith in The Marriage Pact. The project uses an algorithm to gather information about ...