January 3, 2024

In a jarring twist of fate, Miami Dolphins’ star receiver Tyreek Hill’s home – a symbol of his roaring success, was swallowed by flames yesterday. The fire, breaking on a typical Wednesday afternoon, sent waves of unease rippling through social media. Thankfully Hill’s family remained unharmed, offering a crumb of relief in this otherwise gruesome incident. Just days before the AFC East championship, the question lingers, will this first down impede Hill’s usual stellar performance? Amidst the smoke, a determined spirit perseveres. These challenges only serve to remind us: athletes, too, are mortal.

A shocking study from the reputable Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health reveals that tech giants like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube scrounged approximately $11 billion in ad revenue from U.S. users under 18 in 2022, out of which a staggering $2.1 billion came from kids under 12. With these alarming figures on the stage, it’s high time to question the ethical practices of these corporations, putting a greater emphasis on preserving the mental health of our youth over profits. This wake-up call demands immediate policy interventions and self-regulation from these tech behemoths.

In a staggering move this week, USA Boxing, regulator of American amateur and Olympic boxing, endorsed a policy to allow transgender fighters in women’s boxing matches, under strict regulations. This shift, set to take effect in 2024, is a monumental change that will indubitably recalibrate the course of competitive boxing. Bound by numerous stringent conditions, the freedom for transgender individuals over 18 to choose their gender category is now officially sanctioned. Are we witnessing a necessary turn towards inclusivity or watching the crumbling of an even playing field?