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Oscars: CODA wins best picture

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4 years ago

March 28, 2022

The 94th Academy Awards is underway at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood

Stars are gracing the red-carpet for pre-oscars parties as Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes host the 2022 Oscars, a first for each of them and the first time in Oscars history that three women have hosted.

After months of film festivals and campaign events and a few Omicron delays, the Oscars are set to honour the best films of the year.

Let’s dive into a refresher of this years nominee’s ahead of tonight’s big show.

Will CODA take home Best Picture? Is this the year Will Smith wins an Oscar?

Best picture

CODA won Best Picture, making Apple TV + the first streaming service to win an Oscar.

CODA and The Power of the Dog had been neck-and-neck in this category.

Netflix’s “The Power of the Dog” is actually the most-nominated film going into the night, with 12 nominations.

Following closely behind is “Dune” with 10 nominations. It’s a pulpy science-fiction narrative and a hot choice for best picture – could this take gold?

Critics are saying The Power of the Dog is actually one of the weakest picks for best picture with Belfast” and Steven Spielberg’s “West Side Story” top contenders with 7 nominations.

Stars in the best actor in a leading role category include Javier Bardem, Benedict Cumberbatch, Andrew Garfield, Will Smith and Denzel Washington.

The best actress in a leading role category consists of Jessica Chastain, Olivia Colman, Penélope Cruz, Nicole Kidman and Kristen Stewart.

But before top awards are announced we can expect performances from Beyoncé, Billie Eilish and the cast from Disney’s encanto.

‘Movie Lovers Unite’

The theme of this year’s Oscars is “Movie Lovers Unite and millions will tune in to the ceremony.

Now this years show won’t be as long as others.

Last month, pressured by its broadcast partner ABC to tighten and reinvigorate the often bloated telecast, the academy announced that some awards like makeup and hairstyling and sound, will be given out off-air before the show begins.

Viewer numbers were considered embarrassing last year…down a whopping 56 percent from the previous ceremony.. so there’s a lot at stake this year

The Oscars will stream internationally in over 200 territories

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SpaceX IPO could make Elon Musk’s Mars dream a trillion-dollar reality

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.

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1 day ago

December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.

Investors are buzzing as SpaceX gears up for a potential IPO, aiming to raise more than $25 billion, possibly as soon as June. The offering could value the company at over $1 trillion, fueling Musk’s ambitious plans for Mars and beyond.

Despite the high-risk nature of space ventures, demand from retail investors is expected to be strong. Experts predict this IPO could become historic, with the company’s market value potentially soaring past $2 trillion once it launches.

Musk’s unconventional management style hasn’t slowed investor enthusiasm, even amidst regulatory hurdles. The funds raised could also support groundbreaking innovations, including energy-efficient space data centers.

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Russia shoots down 280+ Ukrainian drones as Zelenskyy pushes new peace plan

Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.

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December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.

Russia’s Defence Ministry claims it has shot down over 280 Ukrainian drones, with 40 intercepted near Moscow, some targeting the city directly. Emergency services responded to debris, and temporary flight restrictions were enforced at Moscow’s airports amid the attacks.

Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy revealed his team is finalizing a revised 20-point peace proposal, introducing new ideas on territorial control. Ukrainian and American officials are set to consult online, focusing on security guarantees rather than the detailed points of the plan.

As tensions rise, both military clashes and diplomatic efforts continue to shape the future of the conflict. Keep up with the latest updates and expert analysis on these unfolding events.

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Disney invests $1B in OpenAI to generate Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar videos

Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.

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December 12, 2025

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Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.

Disney is taking AI to the next level, investing $1 billion in OpenAI to create a licensing deal that allows users to generate videos featuring more than 200 characters from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. This partnership could redefine how fans interact with their favorite characters.

The deal will let users stream short AI-generated videos directly on Disney+, and ChatGPT will also produce images of Disney’s licensed characters. However, the agreement excludes talent likenesses or voices, keeping human performances separate.

Set to launch in 2026, the collaboration also gives Disney warrants to purchase additional OpenAI equity and use AI tools for product development, opening doors to new creative opportunities.

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