Francis Ford Coppola uses Razzies 'worst director' win to roast Hollywood: 'I chose to NOT follow the gutless rules'
Francis Ford Coppola used his Razzie 'win' for worst director as an opportunity to slam the film industry.
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Francis Ford Coppola named worst director at Razzies
The filmmaker said he chose to not follow "the gutless rules" laid down by the industry in Megalopolis.BBC News - 4d -
Francis Ford Coppola, Clint Eastwood and others honor Gene Hackman: 'No finer actor'
Hollywood paid tribute to Gene Hackman, who was found dead along with his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and their dog in their New Mexico home.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Gene Hackman tributes pour in from Francis Ford Coppola, Viola Davis, Paul Feig and more
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Commentary: 'Anora's' Oscars triumph is a much-needed win for workers, in Hollywood and beyond
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USDS Engineering Director Resigns: ‘This Is Not the Mission I Came to Serve’
“I do not believe that DOGE can continue to deliver the work of USDS, based on their actions so far,” wrote Anne Marshall in a LinkedIn post on Wednesday.Wired - Feb. 19 -
Russell Peters is used to being ignored by Hollywood. It's only made him funnier.
Peters, who returns to Peacock Theater on Saturday night, talks about near misses with landing sitcoms and why staying true to himself as a comedian is worth more than mainstream success.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 21 -
US stocks post worst slide in two months on gloomy economic data
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Anora sweeps Oscars with best picture, best director and best actress wins
The whirlwind drama wins five prizes, including best actress for 25-year-old newcomer Mikey Madison.BBC News - 1d -
US-China trade rule change hangs in the balance
Questions are swirling about the status of a trade rule that President Trump canceled and then reinstated earlier this month after it proved unworkable, leading to logistical confusion, an outcry ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
The main Oscars takeaway? Hollywood is as scared of the world right now as you and I are | Emma Brockes
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Pope Francis rested during a peaceful night following respiratory crisis and blood transfusion
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Want to Be More Successful and Happier? Social Psychology Says Follow the Good Enough Rule, Starting Today
Science says how you tend to make decisions lays the foundation for making better decisions and plans—and for being happier.Inc. - 1d -
Justin Hawkins: ‘The worst thing anyone’s said to me? “I would love to go on a date with you, but I’d be too embarrassed”’ | The Q&A
The Darkness frontman on intrusive thoughts, stamping on cockroaches and a terrifying flight to South Africa. Born in Surrey, Justin Hawkins, 49, wrote music for adverts and played in bands with ...The Guardian - 3d -
Oscar favorite ‘Anora’ wins best film, director and actor at the Independent Spirit Awards
Sean Baker’s “Anora” won best film, best director and best actor for Mikey Madison at the Independent Spirit Awards on Saturday in what could be a preview of next Sunday’s Oscars.NBC News - Feb. 23 -
'Anora' director Sean Baker makes Oscars history with four wins for the same movie
With wins for best picture, directing, writing and editing on 'Anora,' Baker has set a new bar for Oscars success.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Zoe Saldaña makes history with Oscars win: 'I will not be the last'
Zoe Saldaña made history at the Oscars when she won best supporting actress for her role as Mexican lawyer Rita Castro in "Emilia Pérez."ABC News - 1d -
Following US lead, Canada designates 7 Latin American criminal groups as terrorist entities
Canada is listing seven Latin American criminal organizations as terrorist entities under the criminal code, giving Canadian law enforcement another tool in the fight against fentanyl trafficking, ...ABC News - Feb. 20 -
Texas probes medical school's use of bodies without consent following NBC News investigation
The University of North Texas Health Science Center's failure to obtain permission before using corpses for research may have violated state law, authorities said.NBC News - 5d -
‘I decided I was done’: Canada pizzeria boycotts US ingredients in tariff dispute
Gram’s Pizza owner and chef is boycotting US products after Trump threatened to add 25% tariff on Canadian goods. Tucked away in a former garage space in Toronto’s west end, Gram’s Pizza is usually ...The Guardian - 4d -
5 Indispensable Tech Tools I Use as a Busy Founder and CEO
From AI chatbots to futuristic sunglasses, these tools are now a part of my day-to-day life.Inc. - 5d -
Vance on US not pressuring Russia: ‘I don’t think that’s right’
Vice President Vance pushed back at a question Tuesday that suggested the U.S. wasn't putting pressure on Russia to end the war with Ukraine, days after he and President Trump sharply criticized ...The Hill - 2h -
Conan O’Brien’s Oscars Monologue: Little Roasting, No Politics, Very Silly
The host evoked some of his delightfully experimental bits from his old late-night show.The New York Times - 1d -
Trudeau Uses Canada’s Hockey Win Over U.S. to Send a Message to Trump
Canada beat the U.S. in a championship game with added meaning because of political tensions caused by President Trump’s taunts and economic threats.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Christopher Bell uses overtime to win 10th NASCAR Cup race
Christopher Bell, who led only the final lap in his Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota, edged Carson Hocevar and Kyle Larson in overtime Sunday in a close NASCAR Cup Series finish at Atlanta Motor Speedway, ...ESPN - Feb. 24 -
Zoe Saldaña thanks family after first Oscar win: 'I am a proud child of immigrant parents'
Zoe Saldaña is celebrating her historic win at the Academy Awards and using her acceptance speech to express pride in being the child of immigrants. "My grandmother came to this country in 1961," ...The Hill - 1d -
Nature: Hollywood Hills
We leave you this Oscar Sunday ... where else? ... in the Hills of Hollywood. Videographer: Brad Markel.CBS News - 2d -
I Used to Work at the IRS. Here’s How the Massive Job Cuts This Week Will Affect You
Is it a good time to cheat on your taxes given all the pink slips at the IRS?Inc. - Feb. 22 -
‘The bot asked me four times a day how I was feeling’: is tracking everything actually good for us?
Gathering data used to be a fringe pursuit of Silicon Valley nerds. Now we’re all at it, recording everything from menstrual cycles and mobility to toothbrushing and time spent in daylight. Is this ...The Guardian - Feb. 22 -
‘I want him to be prepared’: why parents are teaching their gen Alpha kids to use AI
As AI grows increasingly prevalent, some are showing their children tools from ChatGPT to Dall-E to learn and bond. Jules White used to believe his 11-year-old son needed to know how to code to be ...The Guardian - 3d -
Neuroscientists Discovered Social Contact Keeps Your Brain Sharp as You Age. Use the 5-3-1 Rule to Make Sure You’re Getting Enough
Contrary to stereotypes, age can be an advantage for entrepreneurs but only if you keep your brain sharp. Neuroscience has a fun suggestion.Inc. - 9h -
Utah Valley hosts Ford and Southern Utah
Southern Utah takes on the Utah Valley Wolverines after Dominique Ford scored 29 points in the Thunderbirds' 82-75 victory over the Utah Tech TrailblazersABC News - 3d -
Haider Ackermann Leads Tom Ford Into a New Era
The inside story of how Haider Ackermann came to be the man for the brand and what he has planned.The New York Times - 2d -
Hollywood reacts to Gene Hackman's death
Hollywood is reacting to the tragic news of Gene Hackman's death. Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog were found dead in a New Mexico home, officials said. People Magazine's Nigel Smith ...CBS News - 5d -
Pieces of Hollywood history set to be auctioned
All eyes will be on Hollywood this weekend as the 97th Academy Awards brings entertainment royalty together to honor the best work of the year. But it's not the only big event happening in ...CBS News - 3d -
US politics briefing: Trump administration warns Kyiv and picks up court win in mass firings case
From the Trump administration’s latest moves abroad and in the US – here are the key US politics stories from Thursday at a glance. Thursday saw a judge rule that the Trump administration can ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
The US is destroying climate progress. Here’s a strategy to win over the right | Erin Burns
It’s time to rethink how climate action succeeds. The key is to acknowledge that it’s never the sole force driving political decisions. We are witnessing the most devastating climate disasters on ...The Guardian - 6d -
Cavaliers use Jayson Tatum's profane taunt as fuel for epic comeback win over Celtics
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GOP senator says he wouldn’t change Constitution for third Trump term unless Americans ‘chose to’
Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) tells Kristen Welker he believes that calls from Trump allies to extend President Trump’s time in office are “a joke.”NBC News - Feb. 23
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