Ellen DeGeneres’ Oscars selfie has become the most re-tweeted image in Twitter’s history, even briefly crashing the service. Oscars host Ellen DeGeneres posted a selfie including: Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, Kevin Spacey, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Bradley Cooper, and best supporting actress winner Lupita Nyong’o. It took less than 40 minutes to beat the previous… Continue reading Ellen DeGeneres’ Oscars selfie becomes most re-tweeted image in Twitter’s history
Year: 2014
North Korea releases Australian missionary John Short
Australian missionary John Short, who was detained in North Korea last month after it was reported that he distributed religious material, has been deported. John Short, 75, who has arrived in Beijing from Pyongyang, was detained after apparently leaving Christian pamphlets at a tourist site. State-run KCNA news agency said John Short had admitted breaking… Continue reading North Korea releases Australian missionary John Short
Snake eats crocodile after five-hour battle at Lake Moondarra in Queensland
A snake has defeated a crocodile in an epic five-hour battle at Lake Moondarra, in Queensland, Australia, which left onlookers shocked as the python slowly devoured its prey. The incident near Mount Isa was captured on camera by local residents on Sunday. The 10-ft snake, thought to be a python, coiled itself around the crocodile… Continue reading Snake eats crocodile after five-hour battle at Lake Moondarra in Queensland
Russian soldiers take full control of Crimea
Russia has taken de facto armed control in Ukraine’s Crimea region, despite Western demands that it withdraw. Thousands of Russian troops are securing the region and further armor and ship movements have been reported. Ukraine has ordered full mobilization, issuing call-up papers and asking for more international support. Russia says it is protecting its interests… Continue reading Russian soldiers take full control of Crimea
Oscar Pistorius trial resumes in Pretoria
Oscar Pistorius has arrived in court in South Africa at the start of his trial for the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Oscar Pistorius, 27, shot Reeva Steenkamp, 29, at his home in Pretoria on February 14, 2013. State prosecutors allege the killing was premeditated, but the Paralympic champion claims he mistook her for… Continue reading Oscar Pistorius trial resumes in Pretoria
Russia’s G8 partners condemn Moscow’s military build-up in Ukraine
Russia’s military build-up in Ukraine has been condemned by its G8 partners amid fresh diplomatic efforts to avert a dangerous escalation of the crisis. The world’s seven major industrialized powers also suspended preparations for the G8 summit in Sochi in June. Meanwhile, the EU foreign ministers are due to meet in emergency session in Brussels.… Continue reading Russia’s G8 partners condemn Moscow’s military build-up in Ukraine
Oscars 2014: Full list of winners
12 Years A Slave took home the award for Best Picture at Sunday night’s Oscars. Oscars 2014: Full list of winners Best Picture 12 Years A Slave Best Actor in a Leading Role Matthew McConaughey (Dallas Buyers Club) Best Actress in a Leading Role Cate Blanchett (Blue Jasmine) Best Actor in a Supporting Role Jared… Continue reading Oscars 2014: Full list of winners
Oscars 2014: 12 Years a Slave wins best picture award
12 Years a Slave has won best picture award at this year’s Oscars ceremony. However, space drama Gravity won the lion’s share of awards the 86th Academy Awards. Gravity‘s Alfonso Cuaron became the first Latino to win the best director award, adding to the film’s six Oscars for technical achievement. Cate Blanchett was named best… Continue reading Oscars 2014: 12 Years a Slave wins best picture award
Oscars: What you need to know about Academy Awards
The 86th Academy Awards ceremony, hosted by Ellen DeGeneres, will be broadcast live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles starting at 8:30 p.m. ET on various networks. History: Created as a non-profit organization in 1927, the original Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences was made up of 36 producers and film-makers. Led by… Continue reading Oscars: What you need to know about Academy Awards
Oscars 2014: Time and details
The 86th Academy Awards air Sunday, March 2 at 8:30 p.m. on ABC. Ellen DeGeneres hosts the Academy Awards ceremony for a second time. She first helmed the show back in 2007 when The Departed won Best Picture. Ellen DeGeneres is also the anti-Seth MacFarlane, who made a lot of people mad with his frat… Continue reading Oscars 2014: Time and details
Razzies 2014: Will and Jaden Smith pick up three prizes for After Earth
Will Smith and his son Jaden Smith were big winners at the annual Golden Raspberry Awards (Razzie), picking up three prizes for their sci-fi flop After Earth. Jaden Smith, 15, won the statuette for worst actor, while his famous father won the supporting actor Razzie. Will and Jaden Smith were also voted worst screen combo.… Continue reading Razzies 2014: Will and Jaden Smith pick up three prizes for After Earth
Ukraine: Admiral Denis Berezovsky charged with treason after surrendering in Crimea
Ukraine launched a treason case on Sunday against Admiral Denis Berezovsky, the head of the navy who surrendered his headquarters in the Crimean port of Sevastopol, on only his second day on the job. Admiral Denis Berezovsky was earlier shown on Russian television swearing allegiance to the pro-Russian regional leaders of Crimea. Russian forces have… Continue reading Ukraine: Admiral Denis Berezovsky charged with treason after surrendering in Crimea
Newly-appointed Ukrainian Navy chief Admiral Denis Berezovsky pledges allegiance to Crimea
Newly appointed head of Ukraine’s navy, Rear Admiral Denis Berezovsky, has sworn allegiance to the Crimea region, in the presence of its unrecognized pro-Russian leader. Denis Berezovsky was appointed as commander-in-chief of the navy by President Oleksandr Turchynov on March 1st, 2014, as the government in Kiev reacted to the threat of Russian invasion. Russia’s… Continue reading Newly-appointed Ukrainian Navy chief Admiral Denis Berezovsky pledges allegiance to Crimea
George Lopez Reveals He Took 52 Shots Before Passing Out at Caesars Windsor
George Lopez took the stage at Caesars Windsor Hotel and Casino in Canada just one day after being arrested for public intoxication. The entertainer spoke on Friday night about his arrest at the hotel, saying at the beginning of his show: “I just did in Windsor, what Justin Bieber does in America.” According to TMZ,… Continue reading George Lopez Reveals He Took 52 Shots Before Passing Out at Caesars Windsor
Alain Resnais dies in Paris at 91
French director Alain Resnais has died at the age 91. His film career spanned more than 60 years Alain Resnais’ producer, Jean-Louis Livi, confirmed the director died in Paris on Saturday. He was often associated with French New Wave cinema but he also embraced modernism and surrealism. Alain Resnais’ last film, The Life of Riley… Continue reading Alain Resnais dies in Paris at 91
Berkshire Hathaway: Warren Buffett’s investment company reports record profit for 2013
Berkshire Hathaway, the investment company run by Warren Buffett, has reported a record $19.5 billion profit for 2013, up from $14.8 billion in 2012. Warren Buffett wrote to shareholders: “On the operating front, just about everything turned out well for us last year – in some cases very well.” However, Berkshire Hathaway underperformed the S&P… Continue reading Berkshire Hathaway: Warren Buffett’s investment company reports record profit for 2013
Ukraine calls up military reservists following Russia’s decision to deploy troops in Crimea
Ukraine is calling up military reservists following Russia’s decision to deploy troops in Crimea. Ukraine’s acting President Oleksandr Turchynov had already ordered increased security at key sites, including nuclear plants. Meanwhile President Barack Obama has called the Russian decision a “violation of Ukrainian sovereignty”. Ukraine has said it will seek the help of US and… Continue reading Ukraine calls up military reservists following Russia’s decision to deploy troops in Crimea
Tesco accused by Greenpeace of stocking Oriental and Pacific tuna brand
Supermarket giant Tesco has been accused by Greenpeace of stocking a brand of tuna that is caught in a way that can harm other wildlife. Greenpeace said Tesco pledged in 2012 to ensure all its own brand tuna was sustainably caught. But the group says Tesco has started to stock tinned tuna from low-cost brand… Continue reading Tesco accused by Greenpeace of stocking Oriental and Pacific tuna brand
Thailand elections 2014: General poll voting resumes in five provinces
Thai voting has begun in five provinces that were unable to hold polls in last month’s general election because of anti-government protests. No disturbances have so far been reported in Sunday’s ballot. But the election commission said the situation was still too tense in many areas for polls to re-open. Thailand has been in a… Continue reading Thailand elections 2014: General poll voting resumes in five provinces
Roman gladiator school recreated in Austria
A Roman gladiator school has been virtually reconstructed by archeologists after being discovered on the banks of the River Danube in Austria. The so-called ludus was on a scale to rival the famous ludus magnus, the gladiatorial school behind the Colosseum in Rome. The remains at Carnuntum were mapped using sophisticated aerial surveys and ground-penetrating… Continue reading Roman gladiator school recreated in Austria
Independent Spirit Awards 2014: Full list of winners
The annual Independent Spirit Awards, which honor low budget film-making, take place in a giant tent on Santa Monica beach, one day prior to the Oscars ceremony. Full list of winners: Best Feature: 12 Years a Slave Best Director: Steve McQueen, 12 Years a Slave Best Screenplay: John Ridley, 12 Years a Slave Best… Continue reading Independent Spirit Awards 2014: Full list of winners
Independent Spirit Awards 2014: Lupita Nyong’o wins prize for 12 Years a Slave
Lupita Nyong’o won an Independent Spirit award on Saturday for her debut movie role in 12 Years a Slave. The Kenyan actress told the audience: “Not a bad way to celebrate my birthday.” Lupita Nyong’o turned 31 a day before the Oscars where she is a front runner for best supporting actress. 12 Years a… Continue reading Independent Spirit Awards 2014: Lupita Nyong’o wins prize for 12 Years a Slave
Kunming mass knife attack: Uighur Muslims blamed for killing 29 people in rampage
Chinese separatists Uighur Muslims from the north-western Xinjiang region are blamed for the mass knife attack at Kunming railway station that left 29 people dead and at least 130 wounded, officials said. A group of attackers, dressed in black, burst into the station in the south-west city of Kunming and began stabbing people at random.… Continue reading Kunming mass knife attack: Uighur Muslims blamed for killing 29 people in rampage
Barack Obama in 90-minute call to Vladimir Putin over Russian military action in Ukraine
President Barack Obama has urged his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to pull his troops back from Ukraine. In a 90-minute phone conversation, Barack Obama urged Vladimir Putin to pull forces back to bases in Crimea. Vladimir Putin responded by saying that Moscow reserves the right to protect its interests and those of Russian speakers in… Continue reading Barack Obama in 90-minute call to Vladimir Putin over Russian military action in Ukraine
Oscars 2014: Gravity tops Academy Awards predictions
Space drama Gravity is expected to scoop multiple awards at Sunday’s ceremony in Los Angeles. The 3D film is likely to dominate the technical categories, with Alfonso Cuaron tipped for best director. However, Oscar watchers have predicted Steve McQueen’s 12 Years a Slave to win best picture. The 86th Academy Awards, hosted by Ellen DeGeneres,… Continue reading Oscars 2014: Gravity tops Academy Awards predictions