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Oscars Witness Rare Tie as Two Films Share Best Short Live Action Award

At the Oscars, an unusual tie occurred as The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva shared Best Short Live Action Film. This rare event marks the seventh tie in Academy history, with notable past ties including Hepburn and Streisand in 1969.

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Mike Coppola/Getty Images The four film-makers playfully pretend to fight over their Oscars statues.

Oscars 2026: Celebrities Shine on the Red Carpet at the 98th Academy Awards

The 98th Academy Awards red carpet featured standout fashion moments, including Michael B. Jordan's chic suit, Timothée Chalamet's futuristic white ensemble, and Teyana Taylor's show-stopping Chanel dress. Coverage includes detailed descriptions of celebrity styles and broadcast times.

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Emma Stone arrives at the Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles

Oscars 2026 Red Carpet: Stunning Fashion Moments from Hollywood Stars

Hollywood stars dazzled on the Oscars 2026 red carpet in Los Angeles, showcasing standout fashion from Alicia Silverstone to Diane Warren and Amelia Dimoldenberg.

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Unearthed Painting Reveals Edvard Munch’s Impact on Paula Rego’s Early Work

A newly discovered early painting and letter reveal how Edvard Munch profoundly influenced Paula Rego’s artistic development, highlighting a previously unknown connection between the Norwegian master and the Portuguese painter.

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In harmony … Edvard Munch’s The Scream (c1910) and Paula Rego’s The Drought (1953).

Tonight’s TV: A Fresh Take on Pride & Prejudice and More Must-Watch Shows

Tonight’s TV highlights include a fresh Pride & Prejudice drama from Mary Bennet’s view, the return of comedy Boarders, a tense deepfake thriller, and Ridley Scott’s acclaimed sci-fi film The Martian.

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Ray’s Retirement Plan Short Film Earns Oscar Nomination

Retirement Plan, an animated short about a Dublin man named Ray, has earned an Oscar nomination after winning multiple festival awards. Directed by John Kelly and voiced by Domhnall Gleeson, the film explores deferred dreams and mortality with a grounded, introspective style.

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Antidote Films An illustration of a crowded bus or train interior at night shows multiple passengers standing close together among vertical and horizontal handrails. A central figure in a pink collared shirt is positioned in the foreground. Other passengers are visible around the scene, some seated and some standing, with circular lights or reflections dotting the dark windows in the background.

South West Artists Capture Record-Breaking Winter's Impact on Landscape

Artists across the South West document a record-breaking winter marked by storms, flooding, and landscape changes through photography, painting, printmaking, and sound.

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BBC A man in a navy blue jumper with a beard standing beside a parge print showing the rings of a fallen tree

Henry Moore's 'King and Queen' Sculpture Sells for £26m After Leaving Scotland

Henry Moore's iconic 'King and Queen' sculpture, once displayed in Scotland's Glenkiln park, sold for £26m after years of vandalism and removal from public view.

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Alamy The Henry Moore sculpture King and Queen viewed from behind looking over a reservoir with a tree lined hill in the distance

Eric Morecambe's Daughter Praises Actor's Remarkable Likeness in Stage Tribute

Eric Morecambe's daughter praises actor Jonty Stephen's remarkable likeness in the centenary stage show 'Eric and Ern,' celebrating the iconic comedy duo's 100th birthdays with performances across the UK.

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BBC Entertainers Ian Ashpitel (left) and Jonty Stephen (right) on the BBC North West Tonight studio sofa. They are both wearing matching navy blue suits with matching ties. There is a Telegraph newspaper in the background which is part of a sketch from their show.

Birmingham Artist Revives Historic Pub with Art, Food, and Community Spirit

Birmingham artist Mason Newman reopens The Gunmaker's Arms, blending art, food, and community spirit to revive the 200-year-old pub with plans for themed rooms and local artist exhibitions.

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Mason Newman Mason Newman, who has a beard, stands behind the bar and pulls a pint. He is wearing shades and a leopard-print coat, as well as a black baseball cap. He is looking at the camera.

Man Spends 15 Years Collecting 2,500 Paper Bags Showcasing Retail History

Tim Sumner has spent 15 years collecting over 2,500 paper bags, showcasing Liverpool's retail history and design evolution in an exhibition.

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BBC A man with ginger hair staring forward in front of a book case.

Palestinian Actor Barred from US Travel, Misses Oscars for Film Role

Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees cannot attend the Oscars due to a US travel ban linked to his Palestinian citizenship. The film he stars in, about a Gaza tragedy, is nominated for Best International Feature Film.

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A man holds a photo of a young girl smiling at the camera.