Young people in the US are feeling more unhappy — even as youth in other places seem to be thriving.
Red, White, and Feeling Blue Interestingly, Gen Z isn’t unhappy everywhere; it seems they’re particularly gloomy in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The latest edition of the world happiness report, released on Wednesday, indicates that individuals under 25 in other regions have actually reported improvements in their well-being over the last ten years. […]
Has youth sports taken the place of church? Jason Whitlock raises concerns about America’s Sunday issue.
Are Youth Sports Quietly Replacing Church in American Life? Sports analyst Danny Cannell has recently raised an interesting point regarding youth sports, especially about the timing of games on Sundays. He proposes that these events should ideally start no earlier than 9 a.m., or, perhaps, not take place on Sundays at all. Cannell, who has […]
Fixed incomes, rising housing costs, broken assurances: The community is letting down its youth — they could take drastic action.
The Discontent Among Younger Generations An old African saying goes, “A child who is not accepted into a village will burn it down to feel its warmth.” This thought resonates with me, especially in the context of today’s younger generations in America. Many young people are expressing frustration over policies that seem to favor older […]
Can harmless trends lead to dark experiences? A youth camper’s ‘Bloody Mary’ ordeal lingers long after.
Disturbing Encounter at Church Youth Camp The host of a podcast on spiritual warfare recently shared a troubling email he received from a listener about a chilling experience. In the email, an adult man reflects on an unsettling incident from his youth at a church camp. On his first night, he was persuaded by two […]
A trend in Argentina has youth defining themselves as animals
Beastmen Gather in Buenos Aires BUENOS AIRES — Recently, a square in Buenos Aires turned into a unique meeting spot for a group of teenagers with an unusual affinity for animals. Sophia, donning a realistic beagle mask, scampered around on all fours. Nearby, 15-year-old Aguara navigated an obstacle course, channeling the exact movements of a […]
Youth basketball coach and her father taken into custody for assaulting rival team
Pennsylvania Coach and Father Arrested After Altercation A youth basketball coach from Pennsylvania and his father, aged 70, have been arrested following an altercation with the opposing team’s coach and his wife, which took place in front of their young daughter, as reported by police. Brittany Ortiz, 38, and her father, William Stanley, faced multiple […]
Agreement on youth gender surgery is breaking down among key medical organizations.
Concerns Grow Around Gender Surgery for Minors A recent guest essay in The New York Times suggests that the consensus on gender surgery for younger individuals is beginning to shift. The piece discusses emerging “cracks” in medical consensus as several health organizations in the U.S. revise their policies on treating minors. The essay references a […]
Blizzard in NYC traps 4,500 teens from various countries at a Jewish youth conference.
CTeen Shabbaton Extended Due to Snowstorm Over the weekend, 4,500 Jewish teens from various places like Australia, Slovakia, Singapore, Brazil, France, and Los Angeles gathered in Brooklyn for inspiration and learning through the Chabad movement. However, a snowstorm unexpectedly altered their travel plans, shutting down airports and restricting road access, forcing everyone to stay longer […]
20 states charge prominent medical group with biased science regarding youth gender transitions
Attorneys General Urge AMA to Clarify Stance on Puberty Blockers A group of 20 attorneys general is calling on the American Medical Association (AMA) to clarify its support for puberty blockers in children. They argue that this position seems inconsistent with the AMA’s recent opposition to gender-related surgeries for minors, citing a lack of evidence. […]
20 Attorney Generals contest AMA’s backing for puberty blockers in youth
A group of 20 attorneys general is urging the American Medical Association (AMA) to clarify its stance on puberty blockers for children. They argue that the AMA’s support for these treatments contradicts their recent position against gender-related surgeries for minors, citing the lack of evidence for both. In a letter led by Alabama Attorney General […]