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Here’s what you missed at the Oscars: a recap

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The 94th Academy Awards have come to an end after a scandalous slap and a historical night of memorable wins.

Among the top winners is Denis Villeneuve’s Dune which won six out of its 10 nominations, setting the highest record for the night. The Sci-Fi film picked up the award for Sound, Editing, Score, Cinematography, Visual Effects, and Production Design.

Ariana DeBose accepts the Oscar® for Actress in a Supporting Role during the live ABC telecast of the 94th Oscars® at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, March 27, 2022.

Ariana DeBose became the first openly queer Afro-Latina woman in the Academy’s 94-year history to take home an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in the movie, West Side Story.

CODA’s Troy Kotsur also made history as the first deaf male actor to win an academy award for Best Supporting Actor. His acceptance speech in sign language brought both the audience and the interpreter to tears.

Troy Kotsur accepts the Oscar® for Actor in a Supporting Role during the live ABC telecast of the 94th Oscars® at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, March 27, 2022.

Notably, New Zealand born Australian director Jane Champion became the third ever female filmmaker to win Best Director for her film Power of the Dog. She was congratulated by the New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Adern who complimented her skill and talent and said she put ‘New Zealand on the world stage’.

Defeating the likes of Power of the dog and Dune, Coda ultimately scooped the Best Picture award after winning the best-adapted screenplay award as well.

Here is a list of all the winners:

Best picture:

  • CODA

Best actress:

  • Jessica Chastain (The Eyes of Tammy Faye)

Best actor:

  • Will Smith (King Richard)

Best supporting actress:

  • Ariana DeBose (West Side Story)

Best supporting actor:

  • Troy Kotsur (Coda)

Best director:

  • Jane Campion (Power of the Dog)

Best original screenplay:

  • Sir Kenneth Branagh (Belfast)

Best adapted screenplay:

  • Sian Heder (CODA)

Best animated feature:

  • Encanto

Best documentary feature:

  • Summer of soul

Best international feature:

  • Drive My car (Japan)

Best original song:

  • Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell (No Time to Die)

Best original Score:

  • Hans Zimmer (Dune)

Best cinematography:

  • Greig Fraser (Dune)

Best visual effects:

  • Paul Lambert, Tristan Myles, Brian Connor, Gerd Nefzer (Dune)

Best film editing:

  • Joe Walker (Dune)

Best costume design:

  • Jenny Beavan (Cruella)

Best sound:

  • Mac Ruth, Mark Mangini, Theo Green, Doug Hemphill and Ron Bartlett (Dune)

Best production design:

  • Patrice Vermette and Zsuzsanna Sipos (Dune)

Best make-up and hairstyling:

  • Linda Dowds, Stephanie Ingram and Justin Raleigh (The Eyes of Tammy Faye)

Best live action short:

  • The Long Goodbye

Best animated short:

  • The Windshield Wiper

Best documentary short:

  • The Queen of Basketball

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Hamas trusts Trump, risks hostages for peace deal

Hamas trusts Trump to broker hostage deal as gamble for peace despite past concerns over Israeli actions

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Hamas trusts Trump to broker hostage deal as gamble for peace despite past concerns over Israeli actions

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– Hamas called Trump a racist but believes he may help facilitate peace with Israel.
– Ongoing negotiations are uncertain, with Hamas optimistic despite lacking formal guarantees.
Hamas has called Donald Trump a racist and a “recipe for chaos.” However, a phone call from Trump convinced Hamas that he might facilitate a peace deal with Israel, even if they surrender their hostages.
Under the agreement, which began on Friday, Hamas will release hostages without a commitment from Israel to withdraw. This decision is seen as precarious, with fears that hostilities may resume post-release, similar to events following a previous ceasefire.Banner

During indirect negotiations, Trump’s involvement reportedly reassured Hamas leaders, bolstering their confidence in a lasting ceasefire.

Future Uncertain

Negotiations continue over details such as the timetable for Israeli troop withdrawal.

The mediating role of Qatar and Turkey has been pivotal, alongside U.S. participation, in moving discussions forward.

Hamas has shifted its stance on hostage retention, viewing it as detrimental to global support for their cause. Nonetheless, they received no formal guarantees regarding the progression towards a more comprehensive agreement to end the conflict.

Despite awareness of the risks involved in their gamble, Hamas leaders seem optimistic about ongoing talks, with pressures from mediators fostering a sense of seriousness in negotiations from both sides.

Trump’s anticipated visit to the region is expected to reinforce these developments, even as complexities remain in finalising the terms of the deal.


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Trump announces 100% tariff on China amid tensions

Trump announces 100% tariffs on China, imposing export controls after Beijing’s restrictions on rare-earth minerals escalate trade tensions

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Trump announces 100% tariffs on China, imposing export controls after Beijing’s restrictions on rare-earth minerals escalate trade tensions

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– Trump plans a 100% tariff on China from November 1, sparking stock declines and heightening tensions.
– U.S.-China relations are strained, with potential severe impacts on U.S. industries due to export restrictions.
President Trump announced plans to impose a 100% additional tariff on China effective November 1, along with new export controls on crucial software products.
The decision follows China’s recent restrictions on rare-earth minerals, essential for industries like semiconductors and electric vehicles. Trump expressed disbelief over China’s actions, which have escalated tensions that had ostensibly improved after months of trade negotiations.Banner

The tariff announcement sparked a significant drop in U.S. stocks, marking the worst day for the S&P 500 since April.

While some administration officials advocate restarting trade talks from scratch, there is a looming opportunity for both countries to negotiate before the tariffs take effect. Trump left room for negotiations, suggesting the timeline could allow for de-escalation.

Export Controls

The conflict between the U.S. and China underscores the volatile relationship between the two major economies. Beijing’s decision to tighten export controls aims to leverage its position and weaken Trump’s negotiating stance.

The U.S. government is evaluating additional countermeasures and sanctions in response. Observers note that while both countries have expressed a desire for dialogue, securing an enduring agreement has proven challenging, with past resolutions quickly unraveling.

The potential implications of these export restrictions could be severe for various U.S. industries. Firms have warned about significant production halts if they cannot access critical rare-earth elements from China. Analysts suggest that the situation could compel both sides to reconsider their positions to prevent further economic fallout.


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Israel and Hamas agree to landmark hostage deal

Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

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Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.


In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to release all remaining Israeli hostages under a U.S.-brokered framework. The deal pairs prisoner exchanges with an Israeli troop pullback and expanded aid access, marking a potential turning point in the two-year Gaza conflict.

The agreement, set for approval by Israel’s cabinet, could pave the way for lasting peace if both sides uphold the terms. It follows weeks of negotiations led by U.S. envoys and regional mediators in Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye.

As international agencies prepare to facilitate aid and logistics, the world watches to see whether this fragile deal can hold and bring relief to millions affected by the war.

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