Phil Spector, famed music producer and murderer, dead at 81
Phil Spector, the eccentric and revolutionary music producer who transformed rock music with his “Wall of Sound” method and who later was convicted of murder, has died. He was 81.
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Celebrating 99 years of Betty White, in photos
The legendary Betty White turns 99 on Sunday. Here's a look at how she's planning on celebrating as well as photos from her long and iconic career.
There may be fewer galaxies in the universe than we thought
The universe may be a little darker after a recent discovery has shown that there could be fewer galaxies populating it.
State capitols boarded up, fenced off, patrolled by troops ahead of planned protests
Governors have declared states of emergency, closed capitols to the public and called up troops ahead of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration next week.
Ford's new electric Mustang tops vehicle of year awards
Ford Motor Co.'s new electric Mustang Mach E is the North American Utility Vehicle of the Year, and the company's F-150 pickup won top truck honors.
Fast-food workers strike over low wages, honor MLK
An estimated 1,000 fast-food workers across the United States went on strike Friday over low wages, staging protests in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
NRA declares bankruptcy, plans to incorporate in Texas
The National Rifle Association announced Friday it has filed for bankruptcy and will seek to incorporate the nation’s most politically influential gun-rights group in Texas instead of New York.
Trump to leave Washington on morning of Biden's inauguration
President Donald Trump will leave Washington next Wednesday morning, just before President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, to begin his post-presidential life in Florida.
A year ago today, in pictures: Syria airstrikes and more moments you may remember
Also on this day in 2020, Lebanese security forces lobbed tear gas at protesters outside the country's central bank. See more top news photos as selected by the Associated Press.
Utah activist who filmed fatal Capitol shooting arrested
John Sullivan, a Utah activist who filmed the fatal shooting of a Trump supporter during the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol last week, was arrested.
Florida server's hidden sign to boy saves him from abuse, cops say
An Orlando, Florida, server used a sign to secretly communicate with a boy, and police are crediting her with saving him from his abusive parents.
Updated: Feds walk back claim that mob aimed to 'capture and assassinate' elected officials
The pro-Trump mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol last week aimed to "capture and assassinate elected officials," federal prosecutors said in court documents.
Dustin Diamond of 'Saved by the Bell' hospitalized with cancer
Dustin Diamond, who played Screech on the popular 1990s high school comedy "Saved by the Bell," is hospitalized with cancer, his manager said.
Australia grants Joe the Pigeon a reprieve after US group declares leg band was a fake
Australia's Agriculture Department, which is responsible for biosecurity, agreed that the pigeon dubbed Joe, after U.S. President-elect Joe Biden, was wearing a "fraudulent copy" leg band.
Buying Guide: 3 minimalist shower curtains for a quick bathroom refresh
This is the quickest way to give your bathroom a new look.
Black officer hailed as hero for protecting Capitol during siege remains silent since attack
Officer Eugene Goodman isn't saying whether he thinks he saved the Senate. But the video speaks volumes.
The youngest cities in the US
Aging Baby Boomers and declining fertility rates mean that for the first time in the country’s history, older people—those 65 years and older—are projected to outnumber children by 2030.
DNA analysis gives clues on dire wolf, inspiration for 'Game of Thrones' creature
An extinct species of wolf, which was inspiration for a creature on "Game of Thrones," had little in common with today's gray wolves, research found.
Man carrying Confederate flag inside US Capitol during riot arrested in Delaware
The FBI has arrested Kevin Seefried, the man seen carrying a Confederate flag inside the U.S. Capitol during the riot, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Taco Bell is bringing back potatoes
Taco Bell knows you're upset about losing potatoes. It's sorry, and it's bringing them back.
Rapper Post Malone donates 10,000 Crocs to frontline workers
Grammy-nominated artist Post Malone is giving 10,000 pairs of his sold-out Duet Max Clog II Crocs to frontline workers at 70 hospitals across the U.S.
Australia to kill pigeon that crossed Pacific from US
A racing pigeon survived a Pacific Ocean trek from the U.S. to Australia. Now authorities consider the bird a quarantine risk and plan to kill it.
A year ago today, in pictures: Lebanon protests and more moments you may remember
Also on this day in 2020, Queen Elizabeth II agreed to grant Prince Harry and Meghan their wish to move part-time to Canada. See more top news photos as selected by the Associated Press.
Canceled TV shows 2021: Which of your favorite series are coming to an end?
A roundup of all of the shows that are coming to an end this year.
