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David Keene, president of the National Rifle Association, responds to the Obama administration's proposed gun safety measures, saying law-abiding gun owners "have a good deal to fear" from the proposals and defending the NRA's controversial new ad. (TODAY)

Usher tells TODAY.com the meaning behind one of his latest hits and reveals the key to a successful dance track. (TODAY)

The "Black list" at the National Portrait Gallery is a show that features 50 large-scale photographs of leading black figures from entertainment, politics, sports and business.  NBC's LaToya Sims reports.  (NBC News Web Extra)

A generous Nightly News viewer, John Vann, a businessman from Plano, Texas stepped up to help after seeing a family hit hard by the recession.  (Nightly News)

Sen. John Kerry introduces Elena Kagan, saying the Supreme Court nominee 'is a terrific choice." Watch his entire statement. (NBC News)

Leaders of all the charities that TODAY nominated share how the Pepsi Refresh grant would help make a difference in their organizations. Make sure you vote for your favorite charity. 

David Zinczenko, author of "Eat This, Not That!", is now tackling calorie-heavy beverages in his new book, "Drink This, Not That!" See how your favorite shakes, smoothies and sodas may be helping to pack on the pounds.