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The Oscar nominations are Thursday. Here's what to look for

In the wake of devastating wildfires in Los Angeles that struck at the heart of the movie industry, the twice-delayed nominations to the 97th Academy Awards are going forward Thursday morning

The Independent UK

Academy says Oscars will go on as planned and ‘honor’ LA amid fires

Letter from Academy leadership also says show will ‘move away’ from live performances to celebrate songwriters

The Guardian - US

Eva Longoria pledges one million dollars for LA wildfire relief efforts

The actress is donating part of the 50 million dollar (£41 million) Courage and Civility Award she received from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

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Oscar nominations delayed again as LA wildfires hit Hollywood awards season

The announcement will now take place on January 23

Evening Standard

Academy says a new Oscar for stunts is a ‘possibility’

‘We’re talking to members of the stunt community,’ said Academy CEO Bill Kramer

The Independent UK

Oscar nominees luncheon showcases breakout dog star, Oppenheimer a favorite

Discover the highlights from the 96th annual Oscar nominees luncheon, including the lovable canine star, anticipated winners, and celebrity interactions.

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America Ferrea urges for improved Latino representation in film during academy keynote

“Barbie” star America Ferrera has used her platform at a major Hollywood event to address the ongoing industry issue of Latino representation in film

The Independent UK

Janet Yang to serve second term as president of Oscars organization

Janet Yang has been re-elected to serve as president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the organization said Tuesday

The Independent UK

Irish actors Paul Mescal and Kerry Condon invited to join the Academy

Academy president, Janet Yang said: "The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership"

Irish Mirror

Angela Bassett finally will get her Oscar — an honorary one

‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ star, along with writer-director Mel Brooks and editor Carol Littleton, will receive statuettes at Governors Awards in November.

Chicago Sun-Times

Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks to receive honorary Oscars

Angela Bassett may have gone home empty handed at the Oscars in March, but the two-time nominee will be getting a golden statuette this year after all

The Independent UK

Aspirational recycling: How bad is it to put things in the recycling that can't be recycled?

The environmental impact of aspirational recycling, where people try to recycle items that can't be recycled, can do more harm than good.

LiveScience

At the Oscars a year later, The Slap stays in the picture

The Academy Awards are Sunday, but did last year’s Oscars ever really end

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Evening Standard

Chris Rock is ‘obsessed’ with Jada Pinkett Smith, insiders claim

He joked about her at last year’s Oscars, leading to the famous slap – but sources say he’s secretly obsessed

Asharq Al-Awsat

'Some Like It Hot' Producer Walter Mirisch Dies Aged 101

Oscar-winner Walter Mirisch, who produced Hollywood classics such as "West Side Story," "Some Like It Hot" and "The Pink Panther," has died at age 101 of natural causes, the Academy said Sunday. Mirisch, whose career spanned six decades and who was also a former president of the Academy of Motion…

The Guardian - UK

The Oscars bring in ‘crisis team’ for coming ceremony

After last year’s events, where Will Smith slapped Chris Rock, the Academy Awards have brought in a squad to deal with any unexpected happenings

Manchester Evening News

Oscars to introduce ‘crisis team’ for this year’s ceremony after Will Smith slap scandal

Will Smith slapped Oscars host Chris Rock on stage at last year’s ceremony

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‘Crisis team’ will be in place at this year’s Oscars, says Academy boss

Academy chief executive Bill Kramer says that a “crisis team” will be introduced for the first time at this year’s Oscars to prepare for any unanticipated events.

Wales Online

Academy boss says a ‘crisis team’ will be standing by at this year’s Oscars

The new team has been formed after last year's unprecedented events that saw actor Will Smith walk on stage and slap host Chris Rock across the face

Los Angeles Times

Academy’s new ‘crisis team’ ‘will be prepared for anything’ at this year’s Oscars

LOS ANGELES — The Oscars are ready for the next surprise outburst.

Tribune News Service

A year later, Chris Rock opens up on a Baltimore stage about ‘The Slap’

BALTIMORE — Nearly one year after actor Will Smith assaulted comic Chris Rock at the 2022 Academy Awards, the legendary funnyman is finally prepared to discuss the incident known as “Slapgate” — and he’s doing it for one of the first times on a Baltimore stage.

The Guardian - UK

Tom Cruise goes maverick and Riseborough goes awol at the Oscars nominees luncheon

Dominating the situation with starry generosity, Cruise took the Academy Award for best hugger – while Andrea Riseborough was nowhere to be seen

Asharq Al-Awsat

Cruise Outshines Oscars Rivals as Academy Readies for Award Show

Tom Cruise lived up to his billing as the "last true movie star" as nearly 200 of this year's Oscar nominees gathered to celebrate -- and size up their competition -- at the Academy's boozy annual luncheon Monday. In a room packed with A-listers such as Steven Spielberg and Cate…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Film Academy Response to Will Smith Slap was 'Inadequate,' Group's President Says

Hollywood's film academy did not adequately respond to Will Smith's slap of Chris Rock at the Academy Awards last March, the organization's president said on Monday at a gathering of this year's Oscar nominees. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences was criticized for allowing Smith to remain in…

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