Houston rapper Megan Thee Stallion popularised the phrase “Hot Girl Summer” in her 2019 hit of the same name. Hot Girl Summer means a summer season of fun, a perfect moment to take charge of your own happiness. It’s about embracing the time to be the best version of yourself and showing what you’re capable of. Ever since the phrase became popular, the boundaries of the word “hot” have been redefined into a pursuit of one’s happiness and personal goals. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
