Why Japanese Oscar Contender ‘Black Box Diaries’ Isn’t Being Shown in Japan

Shiori Ito’s searing indictment of Japan’s justice system in handling sexual assault cases is nominated for best documentary feature at Sunday’s Academy Awards.

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US deportees in ‘black box’ in Panama with no access to counsel, lawyers say

About 112 people held in immigration center deep in the jungle are unable to communicate with their attorneys. Lawyers for immigrants from around the world who were deported from the United States ...
The Guardian - 3d
Here's where to stream the Oscar best picture contenders

Many of this year's Academy Award best picture nominees are available to stream. Here's how to watch ahead of the 2025 Oscars this Sunday.
NBC News - 5d
Why CFPB is being targeted by Trump

The fired head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said he sees the attack against the agency as "suspicious."
CBS News - Feb. 23
What to wear to the Oscars (or any black tie do)

So you have a fancy event on the horizon. It might be the Oscars – but it’s probably not. Here are three looks featuring dresses you’ll want to wear more than once – and a smart enough jacket ...
The Guardian - 3d
Oscars 2025 preview: Races and big contenders to look out for

The 97th Academy Awards will be held tonight, hosted by Conan O’Brien. The list of nominees is stacked with stars, like Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, "Wicked" stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia ...
NBC News - 1d
Oscars Take Center Stage With Contenders Vying for Big Wins

As the Oscars are decided tonight, no movie has dominated this year’s prior film awards.
Inc. - 16h
Why ex-NBA vets Cousins, Williams see Warriors as true ‘contenders'

DeMarcus “Boogie” Cousins and Lou Williams detailed to Chandler Parsons why they believe the Golden State Warriors are making a serious push to be the last team standing during the 2024-25 NBA season.
Yahoo Sports - 4d
Why Being Trustworthy Is a Leadership Hack That Drives Success

Leaders who cultivate trust can significantly reduce employee churn and improve organizational performance.
Inc. - Feb. 20
Why Did It Take a Fire for the World to Learn of Altadena’s Black Arts Legacy?

As Frieze Los Angeles shines a spotlight on art in the city, one community, long facing institutional apathy, calls for marking its memories in the public mind.
The New York Times - Feb. 20
Black Leaders on Why They’ve Turned Against Eric Adams

The mayor is losing support from a crucial cohort whose members say he is damaging the political prospects of other Black officials.
The New York Times - 2d
Official cocktails, wine being served at the Oscars to try at home

Get Oscars ready with the official cocktail being served at the afterparty and other industry expert watch party ideas, recipes and more.
ABC News - 2d
Oscar contender 'Emilia Pérez' wins big at Césars, with under-fire Karla Sofia Gascón in attendance

Oscar contender “Emilia Pérez” has been named the best French film of the year at the Césars awards — France’s equivalent of the Oscars
ABC News - 2d
Japan's MeToo icon is up for an Oscar - but her film can't air in her country

Shiori Ito became the face of Japan's MeToo movement after she accused a prominent journalist of rape.
BBC News - 3d
'Captain America: Brave New World' stays at the top on weak Oscars weekend at the box office

LOS ANGELES — “Captain America: Brave New World” kept falling but still hovered above all others at a weak weekend box office.
NBC News - 17h
'Captain America: Brave New World' stays at the top on Oscars weekend box office

“Captain America: Brave New World” kept falling but still hovered above all others at a weak weekend box office
ABC News - 18h
Why Anora should win the best picture Oscar

Mikey Madison’s open-spirited performance as a lapdancer who falls for a feckless young client ignites a film brimful of heart, and we ought to return the love. When future historians look back at ...
The Guardian - Feb. 24
Why The Substance should win the best picture Oscar

Yucky body horror and preposterous plotting make this tale of futuristic anti-ageing tech a wildly unlikely winner. But its imagery will be indelible well after the baubles are forgotten. Thinking ...
The Guardian - 6d
Why These Oscars Mean So Much to Brazil

The best picture and best actress nominations for “I’m Still Here” have inspired national pride in a country whose culture has long been overlooked.
The New York Times - 3d
Why Morgan Freeman wore a glove at the 2025 Oscars

Morgan Freeman has been known to wear a single glove at times.
The Hill - 11h
WATCH: Paul Tazewell makes history as 1st Black man to win the Oscar for best costume design

The "Wicked" costume designer received a standing ovation for this historic moment.
ABC News - 12h
Hunter Schafer on why she spoke out about being issued a male passport

Hunter Schafer says “it’s important to just keep track of where things are in our country,” a day after the “Euphoria” star posted a video in which she revealed her new passport had been issued ...
ABC News - Feb. 22
Why we should stop wishing we were special – and celebrate being ordinary

Trying to dazzle others with our brilliance all the time can lead us into dark places and take us further away from who we really are. Many of us suffer from a wish to be special. We toil away in ...
The Guardian - Feb. 24
Why Dune: Part Two should win the best picture Oscar

Like its predecessor, Denis Villeneuve’s second instalment is a true blockbuster that harnesses the full power of the art form. It’s a beautiful film to behold. A common complaint I’ve heard about ...
The Guardian - Feb. 21
Why I’m Still Here should win the best picture Oscar

Walter Salles’s true-story drama reflects on a dark chapter from Brazil’s authoritarian past that has a chilling resonance for the world we live in today. There are many reasons Walter Salles’s ...
The Guardian - 5d
Why you won't see performances of original song nominees at 2025 Oscars

The Oscars have scrapped live performances of the original song nominees for the first time in more than a decade, sparking backlash from fans and music industry insiders.
Los Angeles Times - 14h
Fable Delayed To 2026, New Gameplay Shown Off

Microsoft and Playground Games have announced that the new Fable game has been delayed to 2026. This update from the head of Xbox Games Studios, Craig Duncan, on the official Xbox podcast .. "We ...
GameSpot - 5d
Antony shown red card for late lunge vs. Getafe

Manchester United loanee Antony was shown a straight red card during Real Betis' 2-1 win over Getafe on Sunday.
ESPN - Feb. 24
The Oscars are more international than ever. So why is the international film category broken?

The Oscars are more international than ever
ABC News - Feb. 21
These Founders Are Reinventing Black Haircare

Banana fibers, recycling, and biodegradable collagen are just a few of the materials replacing plastic.
Inc. - Feb. 19
Japan to court Tesla on Nissan investment

Former prime minister and ex-Tesla board member plan to approach Elon Musk to support struggling carmaker
Financial Times - Feb. 21
Japan battles largest wildfire in decades

More than a thousand people have been evacuated near forest of Ofunato in northern region of Iwate. More than a thousand people have been evacuated as Japan battles its largest wildfire in more ...
The Guardian - 2d
His name was in a child abuse diary - now his family listen to 'vile' testimony

Former surgeon Joël Le Scouarnec is accused of abusing hundreds of patients, most of them children, including Mauricette Vinet's grandson
BBC News - 1d
Is the downfall of a Japanese star a turning point for women's rights?

The downfall of Masahiro Nakai is a marked departure from how Japan treats claims of sexual violence.
BBC News - Feb. 24
Lammy hosts UK-Japanese private business roundtable

Meeting comes as Britain seeks to strengthen economic ties ahead of Tokyo trip next week
Financial Times - 6d
How a monster Japanese success conquered the world

The Monster Hunter series exploded in popularity globally after years of success in Japan. How did they do it?
BBC News - 3d
Inside a gallery that remembers the forced Japanese internment

It's been 83 years since President Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066 that authorized the forced internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. A new exhibit shows the importance of ...
CBS News - 1d
Black Men Smile prioritizes Black joy in bleak times

Ten years ago, Carlton Mackey, like much of the country’s Black population, was overwhelmed with media images of death, anger and unrest in the wake of Michael Brown’s killing.
NBC News - Feb. 20
Blackhawks' Jones Has Been Linked to 3 Contenders

Seth Jones is discussing trade options with the Chicago Blackhawks to get him to a team he can have a chance of winning with sooner than later.
Yahoo Sports - Feb. 23
Romania’s pro-Moscow presidential contender quizzed by prosecutors

Far-right candidate Călin Georgescu picked up by police while raids across the country targeted people close to his campaign
Financial Times - 5d