Michael B. Jordan Wins Best Actor: “Thank You for Betting on Me”
Michael B. Jordan won Best Actor at the 98th Academy Awards, receiving a standing ovation and thanking Warner Bros., director Ryan Coogler, and his family. The win marks his first Oscar nomination and victory, highlighting his journey from teenage TV roles to blockbuster franchises. He honored past Black Best Actor winners, underscoring the significance of representation in Hollywood. The accolade reflects the Academy’s ongoing push for diversity after recent reforms.
Samsung Bioepis and Epis NexLab Sign Research Collaboration and License Agreement with G2GBIO to Develop Novel Assets Including Long-Acting Semaglutide
Samsung Bioepis and its sister firm Epis NexLab have signed a research collaboration and exclusive license agreement with G2GBIO to develop a long‑acting semaglutide formulation using G2GBIO’s proprietary microsphere technology. The deal grants Samsung Bioepis full rights to the semaglutide...
Vitamin B2 Pathway Identified as Potential Target for Cancer Therapy
A CRISPR‑Cas9 screen revealed that riboflavin (vitamin B2) sustains the ferroptosis suppressor protein FSP1, shielding cancer cells from iron‑driven lipid peroxidation. Depleting vitamin B2 destabilizes FSP1 and renders tumor cells highly susceptible to ferroptosis. The researchers demonstrated that roseoflavin, a bacterial analog...
Digital Dichotomy and Why It Exists.
The article examines why college students in India feel conflicted about phone use, identifying an “Invisible Standard” that defines good versus bad usage without a clear source. It describes “productive procrastination” on Instagram, where users seek useful content but end...
‘The Singers’ and ‘Two People Exchanging Saliva’ Tie for Oscar
At the 2026 Academy Awards, the Best Live‑Action Short Film category resulted in an unprecedented tie. Both “The Singers” and “Two People Exchanging Saliva” were honored, marking a rare dual win in Oscar history. Host Kumail Nanjiani confirmed the tie...
Six Scientific Secrets To A Long, Healthy Life
The article distills six evidence‑backed strategies for extending healthspan, ranging from dietary composition and the off‑label use of metformin to regular moderate exercise, cognitive challenge, and optimal sleep. It highlights genomic instability as the core driver of aging and notes...
Trump Appointee Proposes Ripping Out the White House's 200-Year-Old Columns for the Flashier Style Found at Mar-a-Lago
The chairman of the Commission of Fine Arts, Rodney Mims Cook Jr., has floated replacing the White House’s iconic Ionic columns on the North Portico with ornate Corinthian columns, a style favored by former President Trump. The proposal coincides with...
Siam Piwat: The Retail Company Driving Thailand’s Luxury Momentum
Thailand’s luxury retail market, now worth $4.4 billion, is being reshaped by Siam Piwat’s two flagship malls, Siam Paragon and the newly opened IconSiam. The company commands roughly 70 % of the country’s luxury share and has attracted more than 51 global...
How Simmons Is Turning Snoozing Into a Shareable Moment
Mattress maker Simmons marked World Sleep Day with a social‑first campaign featuring humor‑laden greeting cards. Created by The Secret Little Agency, the cards encourage sharing on Instagram and include a limited‑time SG$100 discount on Beautyrest Prime and Platinum mattresses. The...
The Jacky Winter Group Launches Capital Virtues – Reframing Creative Commerce as a Virtue
The Jacky Winter Group has launched Capital Virtues, a specialist agency that supports artists navigating both traditional practice and creator‑led marketing. The new division positions artistic integrity, authorship, and long‑term value above algorithms and follower counts. It builds on the...
Is ‘Hamnet’ Streaming on Netflix? Where to Watch ‘Hamnet’ Online
The film Hamnet, adapted from Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 novel, dramatizes the death of Shakespeare’s son and its influence on the playwright’s work. Directed by Chloé Zhao, the movie earned eight Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actress for Jessie Buckley....
Lewis Pullman Knows What to Do When It's All Too Much
Lewis Pullman discusses his Saint Laurent Oscar outfit, family fashion influences, and personal anxieties ahead of the 98th Academy Awards. He credits stylist Warren Baker for tailoring a cinematic look that balances heritage with subtle disruption. Pullman opens up about fears...
To Help Students Flourish in an AI-Shaped World, Higher Education Must Instil Wisdom, Character, and Community
UK universities face mounting pressure as AI reshapes learning, prompting debate over the distinct value of higher education. The University of Birmingham responded with a university‑wide curriculum overhaul called Ad Alta, built around Intellectual Curiosity, Future Readiness, and Practical Wisdom. The...
Oscars 2026: Ludwig Göransson Wins Best Original Score for Sinners
Ludwig Göransson captured the 2026 Oscar for Best Original Score with his work on the record‑breaking film *Sinners*, marking his third Academy win and fifth nomination. The movie set a new benchmark with 16 nominations, ultimately taking home four trophies, including...
The UK Will Invest Billions to Build a Nuclear Fusion Industry
Britain’s science minister unveiled a £2.5 billion, five‑year programme to jump‑start a domestic nuclear‑fusion industry. The core of the plan is a £1.3 billion investment in the STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) prototype at the former West Burton coal site, targeted...
Support Adult Children: Money Should Ease Life Choices
This is similar to how my wife and I have come to feel … except that for each of their careers it may/not make sense for them to live with us But regardless, we are going to try and knock down...
Michael B. Jordan Clinches First Oscar, Celebrated by Coogler
First ever Oscar win for Michael B. Jordan. Standing ovation, monster hug from Coogler. Let’s go! #Oscars https://t.co/JPwRN0qABc
Barbra Streisand Honors Robert Redford During Tearful Oscars Performance
Barbra Streisand delivered a tear‑filled performance of “The Way We Were” at the 2026 Oscars, honoring the late Robert Redford. She recalled their collaboration on the 1973 film and highlighted Redford’s contributions to free press, environmental causes, and the Sundance...
Fans Fear Chalamet's Next Film with Iñárritu
suddenly terrified that Chalamet might be about to make a movie with Alejandro González Iñárritu
Tech Noir Tracks Echo Post‑Apocalyptic Hope
Gunship Tech Noir and Tech Noir 2 hits hard. Heavily recommend these two songs in your rotation. Post apocalyptic no hope, everything is lost - to hope, life will move on and rebuild stronger. Dire strait to life finds a way. Deep....
The CEO of Your Own Wellbeing: Empowering Employees Through Accountability and Resilience
Simon Thuc, HR leader at Indo‑Trans Logistics, urged organisations to treat mental health as a developable capability rather than a problem to fix. He introduced a "4C" mental‑toughness framework—control, challenge, commitment, confidence—to embed resilience into daily work. Thuc highlighted micro‑habits...
Surprised PTA Still Lacks a Masters Title
I still can’t believe PTA didn’t already win one of these for THE MASTER https://t.co/GGbZCRCN8K
SentimentalValue Clinches Oscar, Sparking Secret Agent Nostalgia
In one of the most disputed editions of the category ever, #SentimentalValue wins the #Oscar for BEST International Film, overcoming #TheSecretAgent aka #OAgenteSecreto at #Oscars 202 I loved both films and both extremely deserved the win, although I truly wished #TheSecretAgent...
One-Off £2,000 Grant Gives Care Leavers Head Start, Study Finds
A King's College London trial gave 100 of 302 care leavers a one‑off £2,000 cash grant. Over a 12‑month follow‑up, grant recipients were less likely to experience homelessness, arrests or overnight hospital stays and reported higher optimism and wellbeing. Spending...
SentimentalValue Secures Sole International Oscar Win
#SentimentalValue wins Best International Feature Not a big night for international wins this year… #Oscars https://t.co/ClQfdWuc5T
Chalamet's Oscars Outfit Sparks Jaw‑Dropping First Impressions
My first thought when I saw the fit chalamet wore to pull up to the Oscars https://t.co/XBJEJJheVJ
Barbra Streisand’s Oscars Fashion Through the Years
Barbra Streisand’s Oscar history spans five decades, from her 1968 debut as a presenter to her 2019 appearance introducing the Best Picture nominee *BlacKkKlansman*. She has won two Oscars, delivered iconic performances, and presented landmark awards such as the first...
First Woman of Color Wins Best Cinematography
Autumn Durald Arkapaw is the first woman (and woman of color) to win Best Cinematography 🙏🏽
Nicotinamide Study on Amyloid Beta Retracted Over Editing Concerns
FYI - Retracted paper in the NAD field: Nicotinamide Ameliorates Amyloid Beta-Induced Neurodegeneration in Adult Mouse Brain. The editors lost confidence in the findings after "indications" of inappropriate editing & partial duplication https://t.co/WVJBCeKjQ4 https://t.co/lmUObhFxcK
2025 Nebula Awards Ballot
The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association unveiled the 2025 Nebula Awards finalists across eight categories, including Novel, Novella, Novelette, Short Story, Poetry, Andre Norton, Comics, Ray Bradbury, and Game Writing. The Novel shortlist features titles such as Daryl Gregory’s *When...
Frankenstein Wins Best Production Design, Sinners Fall Short
Whelp, that’s it - #Sinners can’t match the record for 11 wins Best Production Design #Frankenstein #Oscars https://t.co/Qbu0qX8wEO
Zimmermann Celebrates New Chapter in Sydney – The Local Project
Zimmermann, the Sydney‑born luxury label with 110 stores worldwide, has opened a new 357‑square‑metre boutique in Westfield Sydney. Designed by long‑time partner Studio McQualter, the space blends rough‑cast concrete, handmade tiles and copper accents with marble floors and Italian terrazzo. The...
Stylish Couples on the Oscars 2026 Red Carpet: Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner, Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams and More
The 2026 Oscars red carpet highlighted a wave of coordinated and contrasting couple looks, with Timothée Chalamet in a white Givenchy suit opposite Kylie Jenner’s red Schiaparelli gown, and Paul Mescal in a collarless Celine suit beside Gracie Abrams’s sequined Chanel ensemble. Other notable...
SJX Podcast: State of the Industry 2026
Episode 31 of the SJX Podcast examines two pivotal industry reports – Vontobel’s primary‑market analysis and EveryWatch’s secondary‑market study – to map where value is concentrating in luxury watches. The hosts highlight a K‑shaped market split, with high‑end segments expanding...
Scientists Discover AI Can Make Humans More Creative
Swansea University researchers found that AI can act as a creative collaborator, not just an efficiency tool. In a study of over 800 participants designing virtual cars, an AI system using MAP‑Elites generated diverse galleries of designs, including intentionally flawed...
Celebs at the Oscars Just Proved That Peplum Is Red Carpet Worthy
At the 98th Academy Awards, the peplum silhouette stole the spotlight, appearing on stars like Kate Hudson, Nicole Kidman and Misty Copeland. Designers such as Armani Privé, Chanel and David Koma used the waist‑accented cut to blend formal elegance with modern structure. The...
Low‑dose EGCG + L‑theanine Reverses Fatty
Low-dose epigallocatechin gallate combined with L-theanine effectively alleviate obesity and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease by remodeling gut homeostasis and avoiding its hepatotoxicity https://t.co/rRnmHMr0An https://t.co/8DyZbmkAwg
ANORA: The Worst BP Winner Ever,
Nothing and I mean N-O-T-H-I-N-G will be worse than the single most atrocious BP winner of all time: ANORA
Anne Hathaway Wore Valentino Haute Couture To The 2026 Oscars
Anne Hathaway stepped onto the 2026 Oscars stage in a Valentino Haute Couture gown from Alessandro Michele’s Spring 2026 collection, paired with opera gloves and Bvlgari’s Neoclassical Starlight necklace. She presented alongside Anna Wintour, sparking a witty exchange that highlighted the...
Fans Want Surprise Avengers Trailer at Oscars
Man, they got all these trailers for Hulu and FX shows, they should’ve went from Downey Jr. and Evans into a surprise trailer drop for #AvengersDoomsday during the commercials. #Oscars https://t.co/pauRuMliUy
Travis Scott’s Team Already Flexing The Jordan Cactus Jack “Celtics”
Travis Scott’s team has begun teasing the Jordan CJ1 T‑REXX “Celtics,” slated to drop on March 28, 2026. A short KicksFinder video shows an insider wearing an early sample, emphasizing the shoe’s aggressive Kelly‑green suede and black accents. The clip...
RDJ and Evans Tease Avengers Doomsday’s Witty Banter
that RDJ / Chris Evans banter was a preview of the scintillating humor we can all expect from Avengers Doomsday
Free Substack: St. Patrick's Day Barbacoa Shepherd's Pie
Look for my free Substack on Monday, including, for St. Patrick's Day, this version of shepherd's pie filled with Mexican barbacoa instead of ground lamb. https://t.co/3xBf0pkbsj
Japanese Godfather (1977) by Sadao Nakajima Film Review
Sadao Nakajima’s 1977 "Japanese Godfather" trilogy uses the yakuza genre to dissect the intertwining of post‑war Japanese politics, the economy, and organized crime. Unlike Kinji Fukasaku’s blood‑soaked narratives, Nakajima adopts a clinical, almost documentary style that foregrounds power plays and...
Sinners' Loss Prevents Tying Historic Oscars Record
If #Sinners loses one more category it won’t tie for the most wins ever with #Titanic #RetunOfTheKing and #BenHur… #Oscars
Skip The Oven. Smoke Your Easter Ham For A Crisp Exterior And Deep Flavor
Chowhound’s guide, featuring Tyson Foods culinary manager Steven Ross, shows how to transform a pre‑cooked Easter ham by smoking it instead of using a conventional oven. Smoking at 225‑275 °F over seasoned hardwoods or fruit woods adds a caramelized crust and...
Both Supporting Oscars Go to Villains—First Time?
Both Best Supporting Actor and Actress #Oscars went to actors playing villains in their respective films. I don’t think that has ever happened before in the same year. Has it? https://t.co/1LC720QqKt
Sean Penn's Oscar‑Worthy Range Shines in Two Roles
With respect, there was no performance more worthy of an Oscar this year in any category than Sean Penn. Winning for Harvey Milk and for Lockjaw is one of the great shows of range imaginable.
Reading Europa's Fingerprints
A new James Webb Space Telescope study used spectral decomposition to map Europa’s surface chemistry, revealing that carbon dioxide extends far beyond the previously isolated Tara Regio chaos terrain. The CO₂‑rich areas align with unusual ice textures, indicating that the...
Sean Penn Wins Expected Supporting Actor Oscar, Benicio Missed
Best Supporting Actor - Sean Penn from One Battle After Another. Expected though I still would've liked to see Benicio win this one. #Oscars