A look at the diverse themes and films vying for attention at the 2025 Oscars, from MeToo narratives and French contenders to the representation of sex workers. Read more...

US funding cuts threaten HIV/AIDS programs in Africa, Pope Francis is hospitalized with a breathing crisis, and a Lancet study warns of a global obesity pandemic. Read more...

Sean Baker's "Anora" faces criticism for its portrayal of sex work, while Ben Cohen's ex-wife Abby finds satisfaction after his split from Kristina Rihanoff. Caio Blat also adapts Dostoevsky for the stage. Read more...

The US reports its first measles death in a decade amidst an outbreak in Texas. Separately, US funding cuts for HIV/AIDS programs in Africa are raising alarms. Read more...

The 2025 Oscars season is heating up with controversies surrounding "Emilia Pérez," athletes gracing the red carpet, and the rising star of "Anora." Read more...

The entertainment world sees investigations into the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, Steve Spitz's gloves, a boy's recycling reward, and sex workers eyeing Oscar success. Read more...

A look back at the life and career of Gene Hackman, plus insights into the Oscar-nominated film 'Anora' and its portrayal of sex workers. Read more...