Photographic illustration of Slate. Photo by Spencer Platt / Getty Images. As protests over racial inequality and police violence have characterized much of this summer, so have debates about how we speak and write about those issues. In a recent episode of Lexical ValleyJohn McWhorter explored two themes of linguistic …
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How warriors have refocused on the NBA 2020 Draft with a new set of calendars
NBA legend and former Warriors headquarters executive Jerry West may not have had the last word on arguably the most important noncommercial in Golden State franchise history, but he surely had immense influence. , and without it, there would be no dynasty to speak of. “It wasn’t me,” West said …
Read More »Meghan Markle blames UK tabloids for ruining her relationship with her father: report
Meghan Markle is blaming UK tabloids for coming between her and her father, Thomas Markle, according to a new report. Prince Harry’s wife is in the midst of a lawsuit against the Post on Sunday and its parent company over excerpts from a “private and confidential” letter he wrote to …
Read More »GM is planning a full-size electric van
According to its newly released sustainability report, GM is planning a full-size Chevrolet electric truck with a 400-mile range. The report describes the “Chevrolet BET Truck, which will be the brand’s first full-size electric van, offering more than 400 miles of range on a single charge.” GM Chief Executive Mary …
Read More »See the first photos of Princess Beatriz’s wedding day
Princess beatriz is a blushing bride in the first photos of her wedding with Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi. The beautiful portraits were taken in the Royal Chapel of All Saints at Royal Lodge, Windsor, where they said, “Yes,” on Friday afternoon. “Congratulations to Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrice and Mr. Edoardo …
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