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Sharp-tongued critic becomes docile Trump mouthpiece, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance now on shortlist for Trump's VP pick, sacrificing principles for power.

Andrew McCarthy and Jake Tapper reminisce about the Brat Pack era, discussing the impact of their iconic '80s movies.

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Former President Donald Trump booed and heckled at Libertarian convention, promises to appoint Libertarian to Cabinet and commute Ross Ulbricht's sentence.

Scarlett Johansson criticizes OpenAI for creating a chatbot voice similar to hers without permission, leading to suspension and legal threats.

Roger Corman, legendary B-movie maker, dies at 98. His low-budget films launched the careers of Hollywood's biggest stars.

Steve Albini, influential producer behind Pixies and Nirvana, created D.I.Y rock sound. Posthumous Shellac album to be released. Explore his music legacy.

Renowned minimalist painter Frank Stella dies at 87. His legacy as a pioneer of the minimalist movement will be missed.

Former Boeing whistleblower Joshua Dean dies at 45 after battling sudden illness, raising concerns about manufacturing flaws in 737 MAX planes.

Historic Supreme Court hearing as Trump claims immunity from prosecution for official acts while president. Nixon precedent, implications for future presidents.

NAIA Council unanimously approves new policy allowing transgender athletes to participate in sports based on biological sex.

Follow live-blog for real-time updates and key results from Super Tuesday primaries with over a third of GOP delegates at stake.

Oklahoma radio station KYKC plays Beyoncé's new country single "Texas Hold 'Em" after backlash from fans over narrow-mindedness.

NPR's Morning Edition continues the legacy of Bob Edwards as journalists Steve Inskeep and Gavin Jackson uphold his values and impact.

Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas announces her comeback at the Winter Cup competition, aiming to qualify for the 2024 U.S. Gymnastics Championships.

Actor Sam Waterston is leaving Law & Order after 30 years. His final episode will air on February 22. Tony Goldwyn will replace him.

Iran-backed drone strike killed three US service members, injured 34. First deadly attack in Middle East since Israel-Hamas war. Retaliation promised.

Ohio University graduate Ocean Eiler's journey from web design to PBS KIDS. He crafts his designs with urban and rural areas in mind.

Iowa Republicans kick off 2024 election season with first caucuses. Israel, Gaza mark 100 days of war. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Selena Gomez to portray iconic singer Linda Ronstadt in upcoming biopic. Netizens praise the casting decision. No other cast members announced.

Generation X has the highest disapproval rating of President Biden, with many members leaning conservative due to political memories.

Arlington, VA police confirm James Yoo was the man in the home explosion. No injuries reported. Bomb-sniffing dogs are on the scene.

Bernie Sanders had to stop Sen. Markwayne Mullin from attacking a witness on Tuesday. Mullin is a staunch Trump supporter.

Gaetz files ethics complaint against McCarthy for assault. McCarthy denies allegations. Burchett says it was accidental. Chaos in Republican Party.

Congressional brawls are escalating, with Senators and Representatives getting into physical altercations, reflecting and affecting violence and politics in the nation.

André Benjamin shared Tyler, the Creator and Frank Ocean's thoughts on his forthcoming LP, "New Blue Sun," set to release Friday.

Abercrombie & Fitch is investigating claims that its former CEO sexually exploited men at lavish parties worldwide.

Abercrombie & Fitch is investigating claims that its former CEO, Mike Jeffries, sexually exploited men at parties.

American soldier Travis King, who ran across the border into North Korea in July, has been transferred to U.S. custody and is on his way back to the United States.

The US Supreme Court will review a bankruptcy case involving Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family over the controversial Oxycontin drug.

Donald Trump remains the front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination despite facing multiple indictments and scandals, with each indictment boosting his support and fundraising numbers. His ability to weather legal challenges has reinforced his "Teflon Don" persona and messaging strategy that the system is rigged against him. While his legal troubles may hurt him with independent and swing voters, Trump remains confident of his chances and sees each indictment as bringing him closer to the White House.

Beloved country singer Tyler Childers releases a viral video telling a tragic gay love story, breaking the hearts of country fans.

US Department of Education to automatically erase $39 billion student loan debt.

Taylor Swift's upcoming concerts in Kansas City will feature opening acts MUNA and Gracie Abrams, who have been touring with Swift on her Eras Tour. MUNA is an indie-pop band, while Abrams is a singer-songwriter and the daughter of filmmaker J.J. Abrams.