CBS casting announcement sparks conversation about tired TV tropes
Television
Gestern
When Deadline announced that Ronny Chieng and Susan Wokoma had been cast in a pilot for a new CBS comedy people thought they may be the show's leads. But as @nancywyuen pointed out, they're actually the best friends of the protagonists. The news got some people reflecting on diversity casting trends and calling for change.
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People across Florida spot meteor falling from the sky
US news
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The National Weather Service in Tallahassee confirmed that the falling light was a meteor, sharing images of a meteor caught on a lightning mapper at 11.52pm ET.
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Draymond Green's cryptic posts add a new layer to the Warriors-Timberwolves fallout
NBA
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Friday's game ended in controversial fashion, and many of the Warriors weren't shy about voicing their displeasure with the late calls. But it was Draymond Green who stirred the pot — whether intentional or not — with four letters.
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When no one gets what your degree is about 
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Scientists and other experts with degrees are sharing the common misunderstandings people have after hearing about their area of study.
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NYPD investigating rape allegations involving former Knicks star Kristaps Porzingis, NY Post reports
NBA
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According to the New York Post, police investigators are looking into a woman's claim that Porzingis raped her in 2018. Following the Post's report, Porzingis's lawyer issued a statement denying the allegations and confirming that the NBA was aware of the accusations before the Knicks traded Porzingis to Dallas.
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Federal judge rules that school's skirt requirement for girls is unconstitutional
US news
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Stemming from a lawsuit filed in 2016, a US district judge ruled that a North Carolina charter school's policy requiring girls to wear skirts as part of the uniform violated the constitution's equal protection statutes.
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Artist engulfs the Louvre Pyramid with black and white collage illusion
Arts
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To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Louvre Pyramid, French artist JR pasted paper around the structure. He dedicated the project to director Agnès Varda, who died on Friday.
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Missing college student Samantha Josephson confirmed dead
US news
Gestern
The University of South Carolina and the father of the missing 21-year-old confirmed her death online.
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Justin Gaethje finished his night's work in the first round
UFC
Vor 3 Stunden
A first-round knockout from Gaethje over Edson Barboza put the world of UFC on notice as the American improved his record to 20-2. Media and fans started putting his name as one half of some big lightweight fights.
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Everyone has a story about a time their pet did something really silly
Haha
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Pets get themselves into some seriously silly situations and their owners have the receipts.
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Teenager Moise Kean has had some week for Juventus and Italy
Serie A
Vor 5 Stunden
The 19-year-old Italian scored three goals in seven days as the sport begins to take notice of a potential new star.
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Sandra Oh hosts an SNL with takes on Us, Trump, NASA, Mueller, Smollett and more
Pop culture
Vor 5 Stunden
The Killing Eve and Grey's Anatomy star showed off her comedic chops in the latest episode of Saturday Night Live. Check out the highlights here.
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First day of Ultra Music Festival gets described as 'Fyre Fest lite'
Festivals
Gestern
The music festival in Miami issued an apology for "challenging transportation conditions" after festivalgoers described walking miles back to the mainland from Virginia Key because of issues with shuttles. This is the first year that the festival is being held at this location.
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The car alarm challenge is going off
Haha
Gestern
@P_gibb has people testing their vocal limits. 
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Mark Hamill will voice Chucky in upcoming Child's Play remake
Movies
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The Star Wars star made the announcement at Wondercon via a short clip which he later shared online. Hamill said he "can't wait to bring such an iconic character to life." The film is set for a June 21 release.
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Carsen Edwards cemented his status as a March Madness legend but it wasn't enough
2019 March Madness
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Purdue versus Virginia turned into a three-point battle between Carsen Edwards and Kyle Guy early. Edwards eventually pulled away in the scoring department and put up a historic Elite Eight showing, but it was Guy and Virginia who ultimately advanced to the Final Four after an OT thriller.
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LeBron's season is officially over
NBA
Gestern
With just six games to play and no chance at the playoffs, the Lakers announced that they are shutting down their star player until next season.
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People across the globe turn off their lights for Earth Hour 
World news
Gestern
At 8:30 pm local time, cities and individuals are turning off their lights for an hour as part of a movement to reduce energy consumption.
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People are recounting the ‘outrageous’ things they’ve gotten away with because of #MyWhitePrivilege
Trending
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@Freeyourmindkid challenged people to share the "most outrageous thing" they've gotten away with using the hashtag #MyWhitePrivilege.
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Bryce Harper sends his first Phillies home run into orbit
MLB
Gestern
In just the second game with his new team, Harper put on a show for the crowd in Philadelphia, launching a 465-foot shot with an exit velocity of 113.7 mph.
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