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Merriam-Webster to make update after request

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Kennedy MitchumKennedy Mitchum made the suggestionThe American dictionary Merriam-Webster is to change its definition of the word racism after receiving an email from a young black woman. Kennedy Mitchum, a recent graduate of Drake University in Iowa, suggested that the definition should include a reference to systemic oppression. An editor then responded, later agreeing to update their definition. The decision comes amid international anti-racism protests after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Read More...

Tennessee receiver Bru McCoy suffers gruesome leg injury

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Bru McCoy’s reaction said enough. The Tennessee wide receiver suffered a gruesome leg injury during the team’s 41-20 win over South Carolina on Saturday, providing a terrifying scene at Neyland Stadium. He caught a short pass from quarterback Joe Milton before turning upfield, and his right leg bent awkwardly as he was tackled by two South Carolina defenders. Tennessee wide receiver Bru McCoy suffered a bad leg injury Saturday. ESPN He appeared to be in immediate distress, putting both hands over his head as he writhed in pain. Read More...

'It's taken away my independence'

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Nicoya RescorlaJustin Bieber recently revealed he's been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome. The singer shared a video of himself on social media, saying the condition's forced him to cancel all his upcoming shows. Ramsay Hunt syndrome is when a shingles outbreak affects the facial nerve near someone's ears, resulting in paralysis of parts of the face. Nicoya Rescorla has the same condition as Justin, and says it's "taken away her independence. Read More...