PETA Publicly Slams Simone Biles

December 18, 2025 | Edition #348

The holiday season is almost here, but before we get into the festive spirit, some major updates have come in today. Simone Biles is facing criticism from PETA, and believe it or not, dinosaur prints have made an appearance at the Olympics…

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

The gymnast and her husband welcomed home a new member, but the happy moment escalated into an incident quickly.

AROUND THE RINGS




TODAY’S POLL

As you read above, Simone Biles received a letter from PETA recently. The letter questions the idea of purchasing a dog from a breeder and speaks against ear cropping too. So tell us,

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UPDATE YOU CAN’T MISS

Another U.S. sprinter has joined the Enhanced Games. This time, it’s Shania Collins, who becomes the first female track athlete to sign up. The 29-year-old is also the former U.S. indoor 60m champion. And looks optimistic about the Games, "I believe the Enhanced Games are changing the conversation about what’s possible for athletes like me.”

Stranded in Antarctica, a group of marathon runners recently turned the moment into an adventure. While waiting for their flight, they ran a backward mile in the icy region. Some slipped, some were too slow, but everyone gave it a try! Watch the moment in the video above.

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