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MOVIESMoviesAdd Topic'Emilia Pérez' controversy: Why 'torturous' movie is criticized for its representationTaijuan Moorman Patrick RyanUSA TODAYWith its continued awards acclaim, "Emilia Pérez" is widely considered a best picture front-runner going into the Academy Awards on March 2. The film has also been controversial since its release in November.The Netflix crime musical follows a lawyer...

CELEBRITIESAndra DayAdd TopicAndra Day, Colman Domingo to headline star-studded Gordon Parks Foundation gala Anika ReedUSA TODAYThe Gordon Parks Foundation's annual gala is set to be another star-studded event.The foundation's annual awards dinner and auction connects titans in art, music, film, fashion and philanthropy, and this year is no different – Grammy winner Andra...

FOODWhataburgerAdd TopicLainey Wilson's first act as Whataburger brand ambassador: free Honey Butter Chicken BiscuitsCountry music star Lainey Wilson grew up going to Whataburger. Now she's the chain's new brand ambassador and you can get her fave menu item, a Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit, free on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Mike SniderUSA TODAYThere's few cooler...

CELEBRITIESProstate cancerAdd Topic'All My Children' actor Colin Egglesfield says cancer returned, undergoes surgery Anna KaufmanUSA TODAYSoap star Colin Egglesfield is opening up about his ongoing battle with cancer.The actor, who is best known for his work on shows like "All My Children" and "Melrose Place," shared in an Instagram post Thursday that he...

NBAKobe BryantAdd TopicKobe Bryant docuseries on CNN pulls no punches on life, career of NBA icon"Kobe: The Making of a Legend" is a clear-eyed look at the basketball player, his fractured relationship with his parents, his sexual assault arrest and his reclamation as a “girl dad.” Jeff ZillgittUSA TODAY“Kobe: The Making of a...

MUSICGrammy AwardsAdd TopicTeddy Swims 'hit some gold' with Grammy nomination, new album and loyal fans KiMi RobinsonUSA TODAYWhen Teddy Swims found out he’d earned a best new artist Grammy nomination, he didn’t need to wait until the Feb. 2 award ceremony to feel like he'd won. In the eyes of his hero –...

SALLY HOELSCHERCrossword PuzzlesAdd TopicOff the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's crossword puzzle, Crying at the Nail Salon Sally HoelscherUSA TODAYThere are spoilers ahead. You might want to solve today's puzzle before reading further! Crying at the Nail Salon (Freestyle)Constructor: Kelsey DixonEditor: Amanda RafkinWhat I Learned from Today’s PuzzleHOOP (5A: "I like slam...

CELEBRITIESAndie MacDowellAdd TopicAndie MacDowell thought she needed a hip replacement — then discovered a health condition KiMi RobinsonUSA TODAYAndie MacDowell is living the empty-nester life, and it's come with ups and downs.While promoting the third season of her Hallmark series "The Way Home" on "The Drew Barrymore Show" Thursday, the 66-year-old "Groundhog Day"...

MUSICTaylor SwiftAdd TopicTeen who killed three children at Taylor Swift-themed event sentenced to life in prison Bryan WestUSA TODAY NETWORKA British teenager who pled guilty to fatally stabbing three girls at a Taylor Swift-inspired dance class in Southport, England, was sentenced to at least 52 years in prison.Axel Rudakubana, 18, admitted killing the girls...

CELEBRITIESDon LemonAdd TopicDon Lemon says Matt Lauer could make comeback despite sexual misconduct allegations Edward SegarraUSA TODAYDon Lemon isn't counting out Matt Lauer, the controversial TV personality whose sexual misconduct scandal resulted in his ousting from the "Today" show amid the growing #MeToo movement.The former CNN anchor reflected on his friendship with Lauer...