Why ‘Sinners’ should win best picture (but probably won’t) — and more Oscar predictions
NPR critics share their hopes and predictions for the 2026 Academy Awards, which air on Sunday.
‘Teen Mom’ and ’16 & Pregnant’ Might Be Subject of New Documentary
A couple of iconic MTV reality TV shows appear to be the subject of a new documentary … and timing is everything.
Michigan synagogue attack was ‘hate, plain and simple’, says governor
The FBI says it is investigating the incident as a “targeted act of violence against the Jewish community” but a motive for the crime remains unclear.
Why has Trump eased sanctions on Russian oil – and will it help Putin?
The US said easing sanctions on Russian oil would provide only a limited financial boost to Putin.
Cuba says it will release 51 prisoners in the coming days
Havana says it is in talks with Washington as no fuel has entered the island in three months.
France returns ‘talking drum’ to Ivory Coast
The move forms part of a broader process of returning cultural artefacts to African countries that started in 2017.
Labrinth Says “F**** Euphoria” & Announces Retirement In Cryptic Post
Labrinth has composed the ‘Euphoria’ score since the show’s first season.
It’s Chalamet vs. ballet in this week’s news quiz. Are your answers en pointe?
Meanwhile, if you’ve been paying attention to medicine, basketball and the British Parliament, you’ll get at least three questions right this week.
Bethenny Frankel Bleeds After Cutting Her Face With Skin Product on Video
Bethenny Frankel turned into a bloody mess after she cut her face with a new skin care product she was testing out.
Supreme Court: India top court rejects menstrual leave petition saying ‘no-one will hire women’
The subject has polarised India for long, though some states and private companies offer menstrual leaves.
