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Celebrities Oscars Blue Ribbons Symbolize Solidarity
This minor detail has a profound significance. The champagne carpet is typically the main attraction surrounding the Oscars, but this year a minor element is what gained all the attention. Many celebrities oscars blue ribbons with their beautiful outfits at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles. Some nominees, including Cate Blanchett, Bill Nighy, and Guillermo del Toro, were seen wearing them, according to VanityFair, raising questions about their significance.
President Biden Signs New Executive Order Aimed At Reducing Gun Violence
President Biden signs new executive order aimed at reducing gun violence in the United States. The order includes several measures designed to strengthen background checks, regulate "ghost guns," and support community violence prevention programs.
Scientists Discover Superconducting Material That Could Revolutionize Energy Storage
Scientists discover superconducting material that could revolutionize energy storage. The material, lutetium, has the potential to greatly improve the efficiency of energy transmission and storage.
North Korea Test-Fires Missile From Submarine Amid Tensions
On Sunday, North Korea conducted a missile test from a submarine, escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula. The missile launch goes against the rules set by the UN Security Council and threatens the safety of the region.
SpaceX Crew-5 Safely Returns To Earth
NASA's SpaceX Crew-5 safely returns to earth with a successful splashdown off the coast of Florida. The four-person spacecraft, which included NASA astronauts and a European Space Agency astronaut, completed a six-month mission on the International Space Station (ISS).
They Saved Cinema - So Why Weren’t Tom Cruise And James Cameron At The Oscars?
It's all in the news! why weren’t tom cruise and james cameron at the oscars? They were the two individuals who aare credited for salvaging cinema and restoring patronage to theaters all over the world following months and months of lockdowns caused by the Covid-19 virus.
Israel Witnesses One Of Its Largest-ever Protests
Israel witnesses one of its largest-ever protests, with tens of thousands of people taking to the streets across the country to demand action against the government's handling of a range of issues.
Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Call Prince Archie And Princess Lilibet’s Titles Their “Birthright”
Do you think that there should be prince archie and princess lilibet’s birthright? If royal houses were the focus of last week's royal universe, royal titles are the focus this week.
Scientists Revive "Zombie" Virus After 48,500 Years In Arctic Permafrost
Scientists revive "zombie" virus after 48,500 years in Arctic permafrost successfully. The virus, known as Pithovirus sibericum, was discovered in Siberia and is believed to have infected amoebas during the prehistoric era.
Here's Why Lady Gaga Won't Perform At The Oscars 2023
Glenn Weiss, one of the show's executive producers and showrunners, told entertainment journalists in a Zoom call on Wednesday that Lady Gaga won't perform at the Oscars on Sunday (March 8).
Two Killed In Foiled Multimillion-Dollar Heist Attempt At Chilean Airport
Chilean authorities have foiled multimillion-dollar heist attempt at Chilean airport, which left two people dead and three injured. The incident took place on Monday, March 6, 2023, and involved armed assailants attempting to steal millions of dollars in cash that was being transported on a commercial flight.
NASA's Curiosity Rover Captures Breathtaking Sunset On Mars
NASA's Curiosity Rover captures breathtaking sunset on Mars as it shows images of the Martian landscape. The rover snapped a series of photos showing the sun setting over the Gale Crater.
Protests In Georgia - Citizens Rally Against "Foreign Agent" Bill
Thousands of Georgians have taken to the streets for a second consecutive day to protests in Georgia against a new bill that would designate some non-governmental organizations (NGOs) as "foreign agents."
Meghan And Harry Daughter Princess Lilibet Christened At Their Home In Montecito
Meghan and Harry Daughter, Princess Lilibet christened and the royal couple is celebrating it. Duke and Duchess of Sussex had a small ceremony at their home in Montecito, California, last Friday to christen their 21-month-old daughter. The Reverend John Taylor, who is the current Episcopal Bishop of Los Angeles, led the ceremony.
No Major Issues Found With Artemis 1 Mission
No Major Issues Found with Artemis 1 Mission as it gears towards taking humans back to the moon, and the first step towards achieving this goal is its upcoming mission. Recently, NASA completed a detailed review of the mission, and the results are encouraging.
Brazil Investigates Undeclared $3 Million Donation To Bolsonaro
Brazil investigates undeclared $3 million donation to Bolsonaro. On Monday, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's far-right Justice Secretary Flavio Dino allegedly tried to smuggle in $3.2 million worth of unregistered jewels as a gift from Saudi Arabia.
Piers Morgan Thanked Meghan Markle At His Speech At The Sports Journalism Awards
During his speech at the SJA British Sports Journalism Awards, where he won, Piers Morgan thanked Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex. He won the prestigious Scoop of the Year award for his interview with Cristiano Ronaldo, which was the first time anyone had ever heard of it.
The Date To See March's Full Worm Moon
The date to see March's full worm moon, also known as the Lenten Moon, has been predicted to be on March 7th, 2023. The Full Worm Moon is the first full moon of the spring season in the Northern Hemisphere and holds great significance in various cultures and traditions worldwide.
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"We Shouldn't Underestimate This Storm," Pierluisi Says As Hurricane Fiona Hits Puerto Rico
"We shouldn't underestimate this storm," Pierluisi says as Hurricane Fiona hits Puerto Rico. At a briefing on Saturday, Gov. Pedro Pierluisi warned his country. Pierluisi of Puerto Rico said on Facebook Sunday afternoon that more than 1.5 million people will experience power outages as a Category 1 storm with sustained winds of 85 mph and heavy rains approaches the island.
Super Typhoon Nanmadol Forces Four Million People To Evacuate In Japan
This morning, September 18, typhoon Nanmadol made landfall, bringing with it gusts of 112 mph (180 km/h) and heavy rainfall that could exceed 20 inches in some places. Super typhoon Nanmadol forces four million people to evacuate in Japan. On the southernmost tip of the island of Kyushu, one of the four islands that make up the bulk of Japan, close to the city of Kagoshima, it first made landfall.
A Strong Earthquake Strikes Southeastern Taiwan, Injuring 146 People
TAIPEI, Taiwan - A strong earthquake strikes southeastern Taiwan on Sunday, September 18, as per the island's weather bureau. The quake caused train carriages to derail, caused a convenience store to collapse, and caused hundreds of people to become stranded on mountain roads. As per the weather bureau, the epicenter was located in Taitung county. This quake came after a 6.4 magnitude tremor that occurred on Saturday evening in the same region, however, it did not result in any fatalities.