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1. Saudi crown prince approved murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi: U.S. intelligence report

   

   Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman approved "and likely ordered" the 2018 murder of Saudi dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi, according to a U.S. intelligence report released on Friday.

2. German radio station apologizes after host compares K-pop band BTS to coronavirus

   

   A Bavarian radio station apologized Friday for a host's comments comparing popular South Korean K-pop band BTS to the coronavirus, saying his choice of words had gone too far but was in no way meant to be "hurtful or racist."

3. Prince Harry gets fresh about leaving royal duties, living in California

   

   During an appearance on The Late, Late Show with James Corden that aired early Friday, Prince Harry said he decided to step away from his work as a front-line member of the royal family to protect his wife and son, as well as his own mental health.

4. Black scientists around the world are calling for action, equality and representation

   

   After a woman walking in Central Park falsely accused a Black man of assaulting her, social media erupted in support of the scientist who was simply birdwatching causing anger, outrage — and action. Now, Black scientists from around the world are taking part, promoting their work and calling for change.

5. Johnson & Johnson's single-shot COVID-19 vaccine endorsed by U.S. advisers

   

   U.S. health advisers endorsed a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson on Friday, putting the country on the cusp of adding an easier-to-use option to fight the pandemic. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is expected to quickly approve it for emergency use.