The 2026 Oscars handed out wins to two big movies—"One Battle After Another" took six awards, including best picture, while "Sinners" scored four, including best actor for Michael B. Jordan. Both films dominated the year, but the show also had its share of cringe-worthy moments. Conan O’Brien hosted
The school district is asking parents, teachers and students to decide who will be honored as the top female athlete for the week of March 9‑15. A live poll will run until 8 p. m. on Wednesday, and the winner will be revealed on the district’s Instagram the following morning. If you think a pl
A recent film by Guillermo del Toro earned several Oscars, notably for best make‑up and hairstyling. The creature that stood out was the result of a team effort, led by designer Mike Hill. Hill explained how challenging it was to create something that had never been seen before. The process began w
The film that took home Best Picture at last night’s ceremony has become the center of a larger conversation about art and politics. The winner, a movie that follows a radical leftist group battling an authoritarian regime, was praised for its storytelling and technical achievements. Yet when asked
The world of Hollywood awards is full of drama, joy, and surprise. A photo can capture a moment that lasts forever. Below are five pictures that made headlines this season, along with the stories they tell. First up is a surprise from the Critics Choice Awards. The image shows actress Amy Madigan l
Mid‑Michigan students gather in downtown Flint for a two‑day science showdown. The event kicks off Friday with students setting up their projects at the University of Michigan‑Flint’s Riverfront Residence Hall and Banquet Center. Saturday is the real action: judges review the displays, intervi
The annual Momentum ’26 event, where users gather to learn and share, became the stage for Illumia’s fresh look. The company, known for its work in education, health care and corporate tech, rolled out a new visual identity that will replace the old Transact + CBORD name. A key part of the launch
The 2026 Dorian Film Awards saw a dominant performance by the film Sinners, which captured seven top prizes and set a new record for the event. Ryan Coogler, who directed and wrote the movie, earned both Best Film and Director of the Year honors, while his screenplay also took home the Screenplay
Sophia Bush stepped onto the NAACP Image Awards stage and spoke directly to those who look like her. She said that art is always political, even when people claim otherwise. Bush reminded white fans that much of what America enjoys comes from Black culture, and she urged them to act as true allies i
Katie Ledecky is one of the athletes who will be honored at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid on April 20. She earned her place by winning both the 800‑meter and 1500‑meter freestyle races at last August’s World Swimming Championships. In the 800‑meter event, she became the first swimmer to
