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The 2025 Oscars won't use this 'lovely' format for the acting awards — and it might be for the best
(NEXSTAR) – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) is ditching its “Fab Five” format for the acting categories at the upcoming 97th Academy Awards. The format, most recently embraced at the 96th Academy Awards in 2024, takes place during the reading of the nominees, and features five previous Oscar winners (or nominees)…
Read MoreDell secures deal worth more than $5B in Elon Musk's xAI startup company
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Elon Musk’s xAI is one step closer to becoming a reality after Dell Technologies Inc. secured a deal worth more than $5 billion, according to Bloomberg. Dell is expected to provide Musk’s AI startup company with servers to optimize “artificial intelligence work.” Those servers will contain Nvidia Corp. GB200 semiconductors, according to…
Read MoreFinland stuns Sweden for dramatic overtime win in 4 Nations Face-Off
MONTREAL — We’ve been hearing about the Finnish style of hockey ever since the 4 Nations Face-Off was announced. Deliberate, grinding and structured. Taking opportunities to score when they come and otherwise slowing the thing down and sucking the life out of an opponent. Needless to say, that never came to fruition against the United…
Read More'Unsolicited' mysterious seed packages sparks concerns
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has sounded alarms regarding “unsolicited seed packages” showing up delivered at Texans doorsteps. The actual sender of the packages is currently unknown, but many of these packages have been delivered from China, according to the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). The specifics regarding the contents of such…
Read MoreKanye West and Bianca Censori ‘have no prenup’ amid rumors of divorce: This is how much the disgraced rapper is worth today
Amid reports that Kanye West and Bianca Censori are headed toward divorce, TMZ has spoken to sources who say the couple doesn’t have a prenup agreement in place. Last month, West claimed he had a net worth of $2.7 billion based on the valuation of his “music portfolio” and “sole ownership of the Yeezy mark.”…
Read MoreMeryl Streep Gives the Middle Finger While Sitting With Martin Short at SNL 50th Anniversary Concert – E! Online
During the sketch, the SNL alumni, both 57, performed a satirical medley of several songs, including Kendrick Lamar‘s “Not Like Us,” Britney Spears‘ “Work B—h,” Chappell Roan‘s “Good Luck, Babe!” and Doechii‘s “Denial Is River.” Gasteyer, Ferrell, Streep and Short are among a long list of celebs who took part in the event, one of several…
Read MoreCedar Park-based aerospace company awarded $21M contract
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Firefly Aerospace, a Cedar Park-based aerospace company, announced it was awarded a $21.81 million mission contract. Firefly said the contract would help it launch the VICTUS SOL Tactically Responsive Space (TacRS) mission, which allows the U.S. to quickly respond to on-orbit needs. “The VICTUS SOL launch will provide the operational capability to…
Read MoreRed Sox tease more moves after $120 million Alex Bregman signing: ‘We haven’t stopped’
The Red Sox still want more. After signing Alex Bregman to a three-year, $120 million deal this week, the Red Sox are not done making moves. “We talked about winning the last few years, a thing that we haven’t done,” manager Alex Cora told reporters on Saturday. “I think the front office talked — we…
Read MoreBachelor Nation’s Katie Thurston Diagnosed With Breast Cancer – E! Online
The Bachelorette alum Katie Thurston has been fighting a private heath battle. The 34-year-old has shared a life update, writing on her Instagram, “I have breast cancer.” “Yesterday I saw all the couples post their Valentines Day celebrations,” Thurston wrote Feb. 15. “I felt envious if I’m being honest. Jeff took me to Hawaii and…
Read MoreProtesters gather outside Austin-area Tesla store
AUSTIN (KXAN) — More than a dozen people showed up to a protest at an Austin-area Tesla store Saturday morning. “Sell your Teslas, dump your stock, join the picket lines,” organizers said. “Hurting Tesla is stopping Musk. Stopping Musk will help save lives and our democracy.” Protesters arrived at a Tesla location in The Domain…
Read MoreThe burning NBA questions at the All-Star break and into offseason
With the NBA at its break, The Post’s hoops writers examine the key questions from the first half and forecast the rest of the season (and offseason). Here’s a look: 1. The MVP right now should go to … Stefan Bondy: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Thunder. There’s a strong argument for Nikola Jokic, who is…
Read More3 subtle signs of a common infection that’s often overlooked — but can raise your risk of STIs
Your vagina might be trying to tell you something — but are you listening? A British doctor is sounding the alarm, warning that too many women are missing the signs of a little-known vaginal condition that could lead to serious health problems if left untreated. “Bacterial vaginosis is common, but women often mistake it for…
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