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‘Jeopardy!’ apologizes for an ‘outdated and inaccurate’ clue about a debilitating medical condition

By David Williams, CNN The popular TV game show “Jeopardy!” is apologizing for using what it called “outdated and inaccurate” information for a clue about a medical condition that affects millions of Americans. The contestants on Monday’s show were asked about postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) — a little-known disorder that affects blood flow and

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Michael B. Jordan apologizes after new rum venture is accused of cultural appropriation

By Lisa Respers France, CNN Michael B. Jordan has issued an apology regarding his new liquor brand following some high-profile complaints. The “Creed” actor recently launched a line of rum called called J’Ouvert, joining the many celebs who have gotten into the spirits industry. But the name quickly drew complaints of cultural appropriation because it

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Emmys will now allow winners to remove gender-specific terms from statues

By Marianne Garvey, CNN The Emmy Awards will allow “Actress” and “Actor” winners to be called “Performers,” the Television Academy has announced. According to the official Emmys website: “No performer category titled ‘Actor’ or ‘Actress’ has ever had a gender requirement for submissions. Now, nominees and (or) winners in any performer category titled ‘Actor’ or

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