Plus, financial educator Sahirenys Pierce defends her splurge and more in this week’s This Is Uncomfortable Newsletter.
Plus, comedian Josh Gondelman defends his splurge in this week’s “This Is Uncomfortable” newsletter.
The advent of social media has expanded the pool of sponsorship dollars. A record number of networks will cover this year’s events.
Paralympians recently started receiving as much as Olympians for each gold, silver and bronze. That extra amount helps these athletes, who have to pay a lot of money for training and equipment.
These athletes can find work coaching others, doing corporate events and getting gigs in the entertainment industry.
Some countries are able to convert the Olympic Village into residential housing, but the price is out of reach for many.
Here’s what winning gold is worth for U.S. athletes — and who’s paying.
A country’s athletic infrastructure as well as subsidies and citizens’ health influence medal counts. Economist Veronika Dolar weighs in.
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The 2024 Paris Olympic Games officially begins today — and this year’s tournament will use artificial intelligence more than any other.