What's Wrong With These Headlines?

Veronica emailed me this screen cap she grabbed of the front page of Yahoo last night. Can you spot the problem?


Here's a hint:


Oopsy! Someone can't be "made to have sex." Having sex is a consensual act. The word you're looking for is "rape." We've already talked about this, AP. Get with the damn program already.

You, too, Yahoo.


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