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Bob Mackie, the American fashion and costume designer famed for dressing stars such as Cher, Carol Burnett and Madonna, has died at the age of 87, according to ABC News. Mackie built a decades-long career known for glamorous sequined gowns and stage costumes, earning multiple Emmy Awards and an Oscar nomination. Tributes and remembrances of his most iconic looks are circulating widely.

Italy, France, Spain, Poland and Indonesia are among the latest countries to submit films for the International Feature Film category at the Oscars. The expanding list of submissions marks the annual race for a nomination, with more national selections expected to be announced in the coming weeks ahead of the Academy's shortlist.

Sandra Hüller, the German actress acclaimed for 'Anatomy of a Fall' and 'The Zone of Interest', is back in awards discussion with her new film 'Rose'. A provocative role, reportedly including a strap-on scene, is drawing attention and early talk of another Academy Award campaign for the star.

George Russell is leading the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku after George Russell took charge of the race, with Oscar Piastri overtaking Charles Leclerc at the start. The early move gave Piastri track position in the early laps, while Russell controlled the race from the front. Attention is on whether Piastri and Leclerc can mount a challenge as the race unfolds on Baku's streets.

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri described the mistake that cost him a podium finish at the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku as "a bit weird", admitting he could not fully explain the error. The Australian had been in a strong position to finish on the podium before slipping up, and his comments have drawn attention from fans and pundits discussing what went wrong.

Taylor Swift's new music video for 'Patient Zero' is being analyzed for its effect on her prospects of earning an Academy Award nomination. Commentators argue the release could strengthen her case in certain categories, while other factors may still work against her. The discussion centers on whether the video's reception translates into awards momentum for the pop star.

Taylor Swift has released a new music video for 'Patient Zero', featuring her friend Dakota Johnson as a woman seemingly haunted by Swift, while Colin Farrell appears as a toxic ex. The high-profile casting of the actress and the Oscar-winning actor in the gothic-tinged video is drawing wide attention from fans and entertainment media.

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri has described the mistake that cost him a podium finish at the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku as "a bit weird", admitting he cannot fully explain the error. The Australian lost a likely top-three result, prompting discussion among fans and pundits about his form and the pressure of the title fight.

The 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix is underway in Baku, and Red Bull has made a strong start. Five laps into the 51-lap race, Isack Hadjar is running third with Max Verstappen just behind him, both chasing McLaren's Oscar Piastri, who leads the field. Live commentary is tracking the battle at the front as the race develops on Baku's streets.

A new Godzilla film titled 'Godzilla Minus Zero' is drawing attention, with fans asking whether it continues the story of the Oscar-winning 2023 hit 'Godzilla Minus One'. Coverage explains what is known so far about the movie and how it relates to the previous installment. Details on the plot, returning cast, and release timing remain limited, fueling speculation among the franchise's fanbase.

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri admitted he was caught off guard by how the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix unfolded, saying the result 'certainly took me by surprise' after a mistake during the race in Baku. The Australian's error cost him at a circuit where he has previously struggled, prompting reflection on what went wrong as the Formula 1 season continues.

Kimi Antonelli has come through a defining challenge that Oscar Piastri previously stumbled over, according to The Race, which frames the young Italian's recovery from his worst Formula 1 weekend of the 2026 season in Azerbaijan as a significant step in his development. The piece draws a direct comparison between how the two drivers handled similar pressure points in their careers.

Kimi Antonelli endured his worst Formula 1 weekend of the season in Baku, with even his recovery drive to fifth described as unremarkable. Yet observers note the Mercedes rookie avoided a major mistake under pressure in Azerbaijan, a test Oscar Piastri famously failed there, giving Antonelli credit for maturity despite the difficult results.

Actor John Turturro is drawing attention for joining this year's Oscar race while also discussing the upcoming third season of 'Severance'. The Hollywood Reporter carried his remarks, which touch on both his awards-contending work and the future of the Apple TV+ series in which he stars. Awards-season watchers are following his chances, while 'Severance' fans are eager for any details about the show's continuation.

Analysts are taking a closer look at Oscar Health, the technology-focused health insurer, arguing that its recent gains in insurance market share are only one element of its broader strategy. The discussion centres on whether the company can convert membership growth into durable profitability, and what else in its plan — pricing, technology and cost management — will determine its long-term performance.

Taylor Swift has released a music video for 'Patient Zero', and discussion is centring on whether it could affect her Academy Award prospects. IndieWire examined how the video both will and will not help her chances of an Oscar nomination, fuelling debate among fans and awards watchers about her move into filmmaking.

A grocery store in Northern California that served as a filming location for an Oscar-winning movie has become a destination for fans, who are visiting and crowding the site. The store is drawing fresh attention as people seek out the real-world spot seen on screen, turning an everyday shopping location into an informal tourist attraction.

Actor J.K. Simmons has been named to announce Justin Verlander's final start, according to MLB.com. The pairing puts the Oscar-winning actor — famous for his intense roles and baseball-adjacent commercials — at the mic for what is being framed as the closing chapter of the Hall of Fame-bound pitcher's career. Fans are reacting to the unusual celebrity choice for such a significant moment in Verlander's farewell.

A star of the 1976 film 'Rocky' has described the movie's famous on-screen kiss with Sylvester Stallone as the 'kiss from hell,' according to Page Six. The remark, made in a recent interview, revisits a memorable moment from the Oscar-winning boxing classic and has been picked up widely by entertainment outlets.

Italian public broadcaster RaiNews is covering 'My Father and Gaddafi', a documentary by Jihan K about her father Mansur Rashid Kikhia, Libya's foreign minister and UN ambassador who was kidnapped and killed, his body kept frozen. The film, now on the road to Oscar consideration, recalls a father the director barely knew.

Donna Gigliotti and Mike Farah have been elected as the new presidents of the Producers Guild of America. Gigliotti is an Oscar-winning producer known for films like 'Shakespeare in Love' and 'Spotlight', while Farah leads Funny or Die. The pair will now lead the guild representing thousands of producers, taking over at a time when the industry faces ongoing production slowdowns and questions about its future.

A YouTube executive says films inspired by internet phenomena like 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' will increasingly become box office smashes and even Oscars contenders, per The Hollywood Reporter. The remarks point to online-native stories moving from viral origins into mainstream cinema recognition.

J. Adrian joined Oscar Fuentes, known as the Biscayne Poet, for a conversation about poetry featured on The Book Hub. The discussion highlights Fuentes's work in the Miami-area literary scene and offers readers a look at contemporary poetry and the craft behind it, drawing attention from local community readers interested in books and spoken word.

Lebanon has selected its official submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. The announcement is circulating among film fans, who are discussing the country's pick and its chances in the international competition. The specific film chosen has not been named in the reports drawing attention.