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At the 98th Academy Awards on March 10, 2026, Billy Crystal led an emotional In Memoriam tribute to director Rob Reiner, who died on Dec. 14, 2025 in Brentwood. Crystal, a longtime friend and collaborator, recalled their first meeting and traced Reiner’s evolution from comic performer to acclaimed filmmaker. The segment culminated with a group … Read more
On Monday, 16 March 2026, global oil prices climbed as markets reacted to US strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island and public comments from President Donald Trump urging allies to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude rose 1.8% to $104.98 per barrel in early trading, reflecting renewed supply worries after another weekend of Middle … Read more
Lead: Hollywood’s biggest names paraded style on the Oscars red carpet in Los Angeles on Sunday, as nominees and guests alike showcased gowns, tuxedos and daring looks ahead of the ceremony. Standout moments included Emma Stone in a shimmering Louis Vuitton gown, Teyana Taylor in custom Chanel and Timothée Chalamet opting for an all-white suit. … Read more
Lead: In Miami on 15 March 2026, the Dominican Republic led the United States 1-0 in the World Baseball Classic semi-final after Johan Caminero belted a two-strike home run in the bottom of the second. Paul Skenes started for the U.S. and showed early dominance, while Luis Severino kept the Dominican lead intact by escaping … Read more
Lead: Hollywood’s biggest night arrived with an equally colossal red carpet — a 25,000-square-foot runway assembled over roughly 2,400 hours by more than 400 workers — and a fashion moment that leaned heavily on Old Hollywood references. Stars leaned into glamour that echoed the Golden Globes and recent awards-season themes, with nominees and presenters delivering … Read more
Lead: On March 15, 2026, a confidential federal work-group report prepared for the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommended sweeping changes to how the medical system records and studies injuries attributed to Covid vaccines. The document — described by its authors as “written with a sense of urgency” — calls for a new diagnostic … Read more
The 98th Academy Awards are unfolding at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on March 15, 2026, with Conan O’Brien hosting the live telecast. Sinners leads the season with a record 16 nominations and One Battle After Another follows with 13; winners have been announced across multiple categories as the ceremony progresses. Early winners include Sinners … Read more
Conan O’Brien opened Sunday’s Academy Awards with a pointed and lively monologue that mixed sharp jokes about Hollywood figures with a more solemn appeal to the ceremony’s global significance. The opening sequence—part pre-taped bit, part live entrance—led into gags about Timothée Chalamet’s recent ballet and opera remarks and a mock-impersonation of Netflix chief Ted Sarandos, … Read more
The NCAA announced the 2026 men’s tournament bracket with Duke seeded No. 1 overall out of the East region, while Arizona, Michigan and Florida earned the top seeds in the West, Midwest and South, respectively. Selection Sunday confirmed a 68-team field that begins with the First Four in Dayton, Ohio, on Tuesday and Wednesday, followed … Read more
Lead CHICAGO — Oscar Cluff scored 21 points and Trey Kaufman-Renn added 20 as No. 18 Purdue defeated No. 3 Michigan 80-72 on March 15, 2026, to claim the Big Ten Tournament championship at the United Center. Braden Smith finished with 14 points, 11 assists and three steals, helping Purdue (27-8) rebound from a late … Read more
Two people have died and more than a dozen others are reported seriously ill after an outbreak of invasive meningitis in Canterbury linked to the University of Kent. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is contacting over 30,000 students, staff and family members and arranging antibiotic prophylaxis for those identified as close contacts. At least … Read more
Lead On March 15, 2026, US forces struck military positions on Iran’s Kharg Island, the country’s main oil-export hub, a move President Donald Trump announced late that day. The strike and a White House warning to target energy infrastructure if Iran disrupts shipping have sharply raised supply-risk concerns across the Middle East. The incident comes … Read more
Lead: The 98th Academy Awards opened in Los Angeles on March 15 with host Conan O’Brien setting a playful tone, quick to riff on politics, tech and the arts. The ceremony’s early highlights included Amy Madigan’s surprise win and speech, Misty Copeland’s ballet cameo during Sinners’ performance, and a high-profile Bridesmaids reunion on the red … Read more
This evening Hollywood’s biggest names gathered at the Dolby Theater for the 98th Academy Awards, a sunlit red carpet and an awards show that promises tighter races than in recent years. Temperatures approached 83 degrees as stars including Elle Fanning, Nicole Kidman, Pedro Pascal and Emma Stone navigated the roughly 900-foot carpet; Elle Fanning, nominated … Read more
Who: The film industry’s leading talents and nominees. When: The Oscars ceremony begins in Los Angeles at 16:00 local time (23:00 GMT) on Sunday. Where: Live from Los Angeles, with global audiences following online and on broadcast. What: This story lists every nominee across major Academy Award categories and will be updated as winners are … Read more
