Face-Off In Iowa; LSU’s Perfect Season; Oscar Highlights And Snubs

Plus, starting a book club that actually meets. by Korva Coleman and Jill Hudson First Up [The seventh Democratic debate is taking place Tuesday night in Iowa.]( Angela Hsieh/NPR Here's what we're following today. The seventh Democratic debate is taking place tonight night in Iowa. [Six of the remaining 12 candidates]( will be on the stage, but [Sen. Cory Booker]( isn’t one of them. He ended his bid for the nomination on Monday. Defense Secretary Mark Esper says the U.S. has the constitutional authority to strike Iran or its proxies if U.S. forces are attacked. Officials from both countries say [the chance of this has diminished]( but Esper warns the U.S. is closely monitoring the region. The power is back on in most of Puerto Rico following a series of powerful earthquakes, but uncertainty remains for [residents who are still reeling]( from the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria. The blessing of what's being called "the official Bible for the new U.S. Space Force" at the Washington National Cathedral is being [criticized as a violation of laws]( separating church and state. --------------------------------------------------------------- Newsletter continues after sponsor message --------------------------------------------------------------- Today's Listens [Dr. John Dunlap runs a direct primary care practice in Overland Park, Kan., offering patients direct access to him by phone, and longer appointment times.]( Barrett Emke for NPR Concierge medicine is more affordable than it once was, but a limited number of doctors prevents it from being more widespread. ([Listening time, 6:39]( "Crazy," "hysterical," "overreactive" are three stereotypes that women fight during puberty, pregnancy and perimenopause. Morning Edition explores what's actually happening in a woman's body at these pivotal moments. ([Listening time, 6:51]( Who got snubbed at this year's Academy Awards? NPR's Audie Cornish spoke to entertainment journalist Joelle Monique and NPR's Bob Mondello about the highlights and disappointments in the current crop of Oscar nominations. ([Listening time, 5:09]( NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks about her week of reporting in Iran — just after the targeted killing of a top Iranian general by the U.S. ([Listening time, 7:30]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Before You Go [LSU quarterback Joe Burrow holds the trophy after the team's win against Clemson in the NCAA College Football Playoff National Championship game on Monday in New Orleans.]( David J. Phillip/AP - Louisiana State University, led by its Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Joe Burrow, [capped a perfect season]( when the team defeated Clemson, 42-25, in the College Football Playoff National Championship. - On Wednesday, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will announce its 2020 inductees. One issue looming over this year’s ceremony: women make up [less than 8%]( of its performers. - The New York Public Library tracked its most checked out books and the number one is [Ezra Jack Keats’ The Snowy Day](. - The Life Kit podcast has tips to help you [start a book club]( that actually meets, has a focus, fosters good discussion and steers clear of logistical nightmares. Pocket Casts App, Now Free Podcast lovers, rejoice! The Pocket Casts app delivers a simple but powerful experience for listening, search and discovery. And now it’s free. Download now at [PocketCasts.com]( or find it in the Apple App or Google Play stores. --------------------------------------------------------------- We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions and feedback: [dailynewsletter@npr.org](mailto:dailynewsletter@npr.org?subject=Newsletter%20Feedback) Enjoying this newsletter? Forward to a friend! They can [sign up here](. Looking for more great content? [Check out all of our newsletter offerings]( — including Music, Politics, Health and more! You received this message because you're subscribed to Daily News emails. This email was sent by National Public Radio, Inc., 1111 North Capitol Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy](