The Oscars pay tribute to first responders, who deliver some punchy lines

The ceremony honors firefighters who battled the recent wildfires in Pacific Palisades and Altadena
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Oscars pays tribute to Los Angeles after devastating wildfires: ‘The work continues’
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande honor city in performance while host Conan O’Brien discusses fires in monologue. Oscars 2025 — follow live Academy Awards updates See complete list of winners ...The Guardian - 3d -
Luka Dončić responds to JJ Redick's 'killer' challenge in delivering first signature win as a Laker
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Oscars host Conan O'Brien ribs Timothée Chalamet, Karla Sofía Gascón and pays tribute to L.A.
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Skaters pay tribute to victims of D.C. plane crash
A star-studded group of some of the best U.S. figure skaters of the past and present took the ice Sunday in the nation's capital to remember and raise money for the victims of the midair collision ...ESPN - 3d -
Who is Elissa Slotkin, the Democrat who responded to the speech?
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Morgan Freeman pays tribute to Gene Hackman at the 97th Academy Awards
Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman, introducing the In Memoriam segment at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, paid his respects to Gene Hackman.NBC News - 2d -
Figure Skating Stars Pay an Emotional Tribute to the D.C. Plane Crash Victims
Spectators, heavy with grief, packed Capital One Arena for the skating benefit.The New York Times - 2d -
PM pays tribute to British troops after Vance comments
US vice-president has faced criticism for saying "20,000 troops from some random country" will not deter Putin.BBC News - 22h -
Okta delivers what some of its bigger peers couldn’t: a rosy outlook
Unlike Salesforce and ServiceNow, Okta beat with its outlook, and its CEO said that forecast is still “prudent.”MarketWatch - 2d -
Some agencies tell employees to hold off responding to latest Musk email
Multiple federal agencies appeared to be caught off guard by the Elon Musk-directed email from the Office of Personnel Management.ABC News - Feb. 22 -
Some federal employees told not to respond to Musk ultimatum to document work or resign
An email from the Office of Personnel Management went out to millions of federal employees directing them to document what they accomplished last week. On social media, billionaire Elon Musk warned ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Gulf of America or Gulf of Mexico? How Some Communities Are Responding
President Trump’s order changing the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America prompted communities along the coast to think about the basin in a way many never had before.The New York Times - Feb. 26 -
BAE chief in line for bonus boost under ‘golden handcuffs’ pay deal
UK’s biggest defence contractor becomes latest FTSE 100 company to propose bigger rewards for top executivesFinancial Times - 2d -
DOGE cuts at 9/11 health program may impact first responders
Advocates for those sickened by toxins from the massive debris of 9/11 are calling on President Trump to immediately reverse cuts he made to the World Trade Center Health Program. Anthony Gardner, ...CBS News - Feb. 20 -
DOGE Cuts Pause Development of Meal Bars for First Responders
Ryan Dowdy’s small-business grant is frozen until further notice.Inc. - Feb. 25 -
Who's on first? A closer look at the decline of the first baseman
A position known for powerful sluggers has become a revolving door. We asked MLB insiders what has changed.ESPN - 11h -
‘I spent 12 hours a day for 16 months with Gene Hackman – but never met him’: The Conversation’s Walter Murch pays tribute
Murch was just a rookie when he was hired to edit Francis Ford Coppola’s follow-up to The Godfather, but studying Hackman taught him all he needed to know. I never formally met Gene Hackman. I ...The Guardian - 5d -
WATCH: Who will win at this year's Oscars?
The Academy Awards mark the end of Hollywood's awards season, featuring the final red-carpet event. Millions expected to tune in to see which film wins Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Actress.ABC News - 4d -
How to watch the Oscars and who is nominated
Who will win, what can we expect and what has caused the most controversy this awards season?BBC News - 4d -
Lakers share tribute to Anthony Davis in his first game back in Los Angeles since Luka Dončić trade
Davis helped the Lakers win a championship in 2020CBS Sports - Feb. 26 -
Oscars 2025: Halle Berry and Margaret Qualley lead star-studded James Bond tribute
Lengthy segment on the heels of $1bn Amazon deal over creative control also features Lisa, Doja Cat and Raye. Oscars 2025 — follow live Academy Awards updates See complete list of winners ...The Guardian - 3d -
Freeman praises Gene Hackman, Goldberg and Winfrey give love to Quincy Jones in Oscars tributes
The Oscars included a somber elegy for Gene Hackman and a joyful tribute to Quincy JonesABC News - 3d -
New hope for new towns, but who will pay for UK’s housing plans?
Labour government is weighing up where to locate its flagship homebuilding projectsFinancial Times - Feb. 27 -
Why Demi Moore’s Oscar Loss to Mikey Madison Stings for Some Fans
Moore had been considered a favorite for her strong performance in “The Substance,” but Madison won for “Anora.”The New York Times - 2d -
Trump says he will end the war in Ukraine – but how, and who will benefit? Our panel responds | Olga Chyzh and others
The US president is breaking every negotiating rule in the book, to the bewilderment of his allies. Europe is now at a crossroads Continue reading...The Guardian - Feb. 22 -
2025 Oscars predictions: Who should win -- and who will win
Film critic Peter Travers shares his predictions on who will win and who should win at the 2025 Oscars.ABC News - 3d -
Who's performing at the Oscars? Here's a preview of the performances
The Academy Awards celebrates the best movies of the past year, and at the 2025 Oscars, it will also honor the filmmaking legends with some showstopping performances.CBS News - 4d -
Recognize that voice? Here's who is announcing at the Oscars
You'll see many familiar faces during the Oscars — but who is that announcing for the show?The Hill - 3d -
Halle Berry ‘pays back’ Adrien Brody for 2003 Oscars kiss – with a red-carpet kiss
Actors meet at Academy Awards for first time in 22 years after notorious impromptu kiss from Brody after Oscars win. Oscars 2025 — follow live Academy Awards updates See complete list of ...The Guardian - 3d -
North Carolina in line to be featured on 'Hard Knocks' amid Bill Belichick's first season as college coach
'Hard Knocks' will follow Belichick and the Tar Heels as part of an offseason seriesCBS Sports - 5d -
Bracketology: Tennessee faces Texas A&M in battle of No. 2 seeds who could move up if a top-line team falls
This weekend could see some movement in Jerry Palm's NCAA Tournament bracket projectionCBS Sports - Feb. 21 -
Many who came to Germany as migrants will vote for the first time Sunday
More than half a million newly naturalized citizens will be able to vote in Germany’s national election for the first time this weekendABC News - Feb. 21 -
Hometown pride in Riga after 'Flow' wins Latvia's first Oscar
“Flow,” a wordless cat parable that became the first Latvian film to win an Academy Award, prompted a sleepless night for Latvians celebrating the historic accoladeABC News - 3d -
WATCH: Mikey Madison discusses first Oscars win with Lara Spencer
And how is the "Anora" star going to celebrate her best actress win? By cuddling up her new puppies!ABC News - 2d -
Oscars 2025 Predictions: Who Will Win Best Picture, Actor and Actress?
The best picture race has been full of twists and turns. The best actress race is closely contested. Our expert predicts which films and artists will get trophies on Sunday.The New York Times - Feb. 27 -
Oscars 2025 everything to know: How to watch, who is hosting, predictions and more
Everything you need to know about how to watch the 2025 Oscars, including start time, channel, performers and details for the 95th Academy Awards.NBC News - 4d -
WATCH: Oscar nominees who could make history at the 2025 Academy Awards
Adrian Brody, the youngest man ever to win an Oscar for Best Actor in 2003, is a favorite to win for his role in the "Brutalist," but Timothee Chalamet could be the new youngest winner if he wins.ABC News - 4d -
Who's hosting the 2025 Oscars? All about host Conan O'Brien.
TV funnyman Conan O'Brien takes the reins as host of the Oscars, Hollywood's biggest night. Here's more on plans for the 2025 Academy Awards.CBS News - 3d -
WATCH: Oscars 2025: Here's who has arrived on the red carpet
From Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo to Demi Moore and Sebastian Stan see what your favorite stars are wearing on the Oscars red carpet.ABC News - 3d
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