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Oscars 2025 surprise: Viewership up slightly from last year at 19.7 million

The availability of the 97th Academy Awards on streaming platform Hulu likely added younger viewers to the telecast.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

On Second Count, ABC Says Oscar Viewership Increased

The network said that after total viewership on Hulu was included in the count, the show attracted 19.7 million people, up from 19.5 million last year.

The New York Times - 1d

Pope's condition has slightly improved, Vatican says

The Vatican says the Pope's condition has improved as he spends an 11th day in hospital with double pneumonia.

BBC News - Feb. 24

Vatican update on Pope Francis' health slightly improving

The Vatican says Pope Francis' health is slightly improving and its latest report has some positive news about his progress. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.

CBS News - Feb. 26

PCE Report Showed Inflation Eased Slightly in January

But consumer spending unexpectedly slowed, complicating the central bank’s plans for interest rates.

The New York Times - 5d

'Severance' memes are everywhere as show boosts Apple TV+ viewership

"Severance", which launched in 2022 and returned for season two in January, has become Apple TV+'s biggest hit, surpassing the popular comedy "Ted Lasso".

NBC News - Feb. 21

Gender Pay Gap Narrows, But Only Slightly, Over 20- Year Span

How is your company doing on a bottom-line measure of workplace equity in the Trump era?

Inc. - 9h

The surprising place Islam is rapidly growing

For the CBS Mornings series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling," she takes a look at why so many people are converting to Islam behind bars.

CBS News - 5d

Eight Fed districts had flat or slightly negative growth in February: Beige Book

The report from the Federal Reserve comes as talk about a potential recession has picked up in recent days.

MarketWatch - 42m

Anita Dobson makes surprise return for anniversary special

The actress, who last appeared in the soap more than 37 years ago, played the role of a landlady at the Queen Vic pub.

BBC News - Feb. 20

Moyes 'surprised' by VAR denying pen in Utd draw

Everton manager David Moyes has described the controversial decision to overturn a late penalty for his side in their 2-2 draw with Manchester United as "surprising."

ESPN - Feb. 23

Biggest moments and surprises from SAG Awards

Some of Hollywood's biggest stars were at the 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday. A lot of the predicted awards favorites did not win, including for the biggest prize ...

CBS News - Feb. 24

Gene Hackman’s Career Is a Tribute to the Pugnacious Nature of Surprise

He could be both paternal and terrifying, and had the ability to almost goad you into liking men who would otherwise be despicable.

The New York Times - 6d

WATCH: The biggest winners and surprises of the 2025 Oscars

"GMA" breaks down the night’s biggest wins and upsets from the 97th Academy Awards.

ABC News - 2d

5 surprising debt management program benefits to know

There are many debt relief strategies to consider, but debt management offers some unique perks in particular.

CBS News - 2d

Predicting the N.F.L. Draft, With a Surprising Trade at the Top

The Giants could make a move for the No. 1 pick. But adding Deion Sanders’s son isn’t their motivation, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 1d

Fantasy basketball: Don't be surprised if ... Tyrese Maxey averages 30 PPG

Eric Karabell forecasts what lies ahead for three players coming out of the All-Star break.

ESPN - Feb. 21

Post rises from G League to surprising Warriors 3-point threat

Warriors rookie Quinten Post is the deadliest 3-point shooter on a Golden State squad that features Steph Curry.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24

How TikTok Helped Germany’s Left to a Surprise Election Showing

Struggling a month ago, the Die Linke party surged into Parliament by riding a backlash against conservative immigration policy.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

Kerr reveals what has surprised him most about coaching Butler

Warriors coach Steve Kerr on Monday evening told 95.7 The Game’s “Willard and Dibs” about what has surprised him the most about Jimmy Butler over Golden State's 5-1 record since trading for the ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24

Unilever promotes its ‘maverick’ CFO to top spot in surprise move

Fernando Fernandez, the current CFO, will take over as chief executive of the maker of Dove soap and Hellmann’s mayonnaise from Hein Schumacher, who’s stepping down on March 1 “by mutual agreement.”

MarketWatch - Feb. 25

Eye-opening surprises from 7 fantasy baseball player projections

Fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie still does his own projections — here are some interesting findings.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 25

Oscars producers promise fresh energy, big stars and surprises at the show

Last year’s Oscars was by all accounts a successful show, with memorable performances and unscripted moments, and a winning movie that most people had seen

ABC News - Feb. 26

WATCH: Dad tricks daughter into going to Trader Joe’s for emotional surprise

The night before Miranda McKeon marked three years cancer-free, her dad Paul insisted they go to Trader Joe's to get ice cream. Once they got there, however, he didn't take her to the ice cream aisle.

ABC News - 6d

NHL Power Rankings: Each team's fantasy hockey surprise of 2024-25

How many teams changed spots with games resuming after 4 Nations Face-Off? Plus, which players have been better or worse than expected?

ESPN - 4d

Selma Blair's service dog is Oscars party's surprise star

Selma Blair and her service dog Scout attended the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party together in Beverly Hills, California.

ABC News - 2d

Transfer rumors, news: Madrid eye surprise move for Wharton

Scouts from Real Madrid have reportedly been sent to watch Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

ESPN - 1d

Fishermen get a surprise when a 900-pound dolphin lands on their boat

A placid fishing trip turned “berserk” for three New Zealand men when a dolphin weighing 900 pounds appeared to fall out of the sky before crash-landing in their small boat.

NBC News - 16h

'A hot mess': Federal office that resolves surprise medical bills slashed by Trump

Ending surprise medical bills used to be a Trump priority, but he just slashed the federal office working on that.

ABC News - 13h

Steve Carell surprises high school students with free prom tickets

Actor Steve Carell is sending Southern California high school students affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles to the prom for free

ABC News - 2h

The fastest man alive, Jeff Bezos' new acquisition, and a surprising choice to play Jesus: The news quiz

A legend’s former home is up for grabs, Delta tries to make amends, and be careful before you buy bananas.

NBC News - Feb. 22

2025 NFL combine: Ranking top five draft prospects at every offensive position, including a surprise QB2

Jalen Milroe is underrated entering the combine

CBS Sports - Feb. 24

WATCH: Dad surprises his wife with huge sushi boat after she gives birth

We can’t think of a better way to celebrate.

ABC News - Feb. 24

'I think our pitching is going to surprise people': Can the Mets' rotation quiet the critics again?

The Mets opted for short-term deals and risks for their starting rotation again. And, like last season, there are questions.

ESPN - Feb. 25

The record-breaking run of 'Ne Zha 2' may seem like a surprise. It shouldn't

For someone who's lived in China since before the pandemic, the success of the animated film "Ne Zha 2" marks more of an industry milestone than a surprise.

CNBC - Feb. 26