What We Missed: December 12th 2019

After an 8 way tie at the Scripps National Spelling Bee, officials are introducing several rule changes for next years competitions! Changes include, restrictions on grade eligible for entry and cutting back on the amount of wildcard slots to apply for.

If you're as confused as I am as to how this prevents an 8 way tie from happening again.....welcome aboard!

source: https://www.espn.com/espn/story/_/id/28265634/scripps-national-spelling-bee-reduces-participants-makes-changes-avoid-tie

A new study shows losing weight can help cut your risk of type 2 diabetes even if you're not obese!

source: https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2019/12/10/Study-Weight-loss-may-reduce-type-2-diabetes-risk-by-37-percent/7811576000062/?ls=3

USA today came out with a ranking of the 11 worst things on TV in 2019. I'm now more thankful I never watched Game of Thrones!

source: https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2019/12/10/worst-tv-2019-game-of-thrones-great-british-baking-show/2607043001/