Column: The Oscars 'must go forward' — and will, says film academy CEO. He's right

'Truths' about Marianne Jean-Baptiste's Oscar chances

The actor's performance as a depressed, caustic Londoner in 'Hard Truths' could put her back in the Academy Awards race.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 1

The 25 movies we're most looking forward to in 2025

We asked Times staffers for the films they were most stoked for, sight unseen. Brace for a "Freakier Friday," a new "Superman," the return of Malick and more.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 1

Green-Energy Firms' Pitch to Trump: You're Going to Need a Lot of Power

Instead of touting projects as “clean and affordable,” renewables firms are highlighting their projects’ ability to meet energy needs.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 1

At Trevi Fountain in Rome, Tourists’ Coins Go to Good Cause

Who gets to spend the millions of euros in change tossed into the Roman landmark?

The New York Times - Jan. 1

Eight years, three league titles and lots of money: how Oscar made a success of China stay

The Brazilian, in contrast to many other players, embraced living in China with his family and will be sorely missed. In November, Shanghai Port celebrated a third Chinese Super League (CSL) title ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1

Trump Says He Plans to Attend Carter’s Funeral

In wide-ranging remarks at a New Year’s Eve party at Mar-a-Lago, the president-elect also predicted that Mike Johnson would secure enough votes to be re-elected as House speaker.

The New York Times - Jan. 1

Trump says he thinks Johnson has the votes to get confirmed

President-elect Trump firmly believes House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will get a second term. “No one else can get the votes,” he told reporters Tuesday. On Monday, Trump offered Johnson his ...

The Hill - Jan. 1

Trump says he would make calls for Mike Johnson

The president-elect also plans to attend Jimmy Carter's funeral.

Politico - Dec. 31

'We're all considering death all the time': Willem Dafoe on new vampire film Nosferatu

Willem Dafoe reflects on the appeal of Dracula: "It's interesting to have the undead visit the living".

BBC News - Jan. 1

All the music, TV, film, art and more to get excited about in 2025

These big comebacks, awards contenders and cultural heavyweights should be highlights of the year.

BBC News - Jan. 1

Where fans overwhelmingly believe 49ers must improve this offseason

An overwhelming majority of 49ers fans believe San Francisco needs to address one key position through any and all means possible this NFL offseason.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 31

Tiny Love Stories: ‘He Never Says the Words’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

The New York Times - Dec. 31

Promising Red Wings Forward Urged To "Turn Himself Loose"

Todd McLellan has a message for this young Detroit Red Wings forward.