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Justice Delivers a Verdict: Brazil Confronts the Dark Links Between Politics and Crime

February 26, 2026

A five‑judge panel at Brazil’s highest court has, after a tense week of arguments, found five men guilty of killing former councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver in 2018. The case, long a flashpoint for political debate, shows how powerful forces can intersect with organized crime. The defenda

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The Unexpected Rise of Tiago Splitter: From Player to Coach

October 24, 2025

Tiago Splitter is now the interim head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers. This happened after Chauncey Billups was arrested in an FBI gambling investigation. Splitter was born in Brazil and had a long career as a basketball player. He started playing professionally in 1999 and later moved to Euro

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Demi Moore's Oscar Night: A Celebration of Strength and Family

March 4, 2025

Demi Moore's night at the Oscars was a rollercoaster. She didn't win the Best Actress award, but she was still shining bright. The night ended with her enjoying a big plate of fries with her dog, Pilaf. The internet loved it. Tallulah Willis, Moore's daughter, shared a photo of her mom with the capt

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Mikey Madison's Big Win and Her Message of Support

March 3, 2025

Mikey Madison made headlines by winning the Oscar for best actress for her role in "Anora. " This was a big deal because the movie was also up for other big awards like best picture and best director. Madison's win wasn't a surprise, though, as she had already won best actress awards from the BAFTAs

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Oscars 2025: The Big Winners and Surprising Upsets

March 3, 2025

The 97th Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, saw some unexpected winners and first-time Oscar recipients. Zoe Saldaña and Kieran Culkin took home the awards for Best Supporting Actress and Actor for their roles in Emilia Pérez and A Real Pain, respectively. This marks the first O

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Oscar Season: BAFTA's Surprises and Predictions

February 17, 2025

The Oscar season is in full swing, and the BAFTAs have thrown a curveball with their recent wins. The BAFTAs have a history of being either a crystal ball or a red herring for the Oscars. In 2024, every BAFTA winner (except for visual effects) went on to win the Oscar, making it the most predictive

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Middleweight Showdown: Cannonier Faces Rodrigues at UFC Vegas 102

February 16, 2025

The UFC's return to Las Vegas brought a packed card with some surprising results. The main event featured Jared Cannonier and Gregory Rodrigues. Cannonier, who had lost three of his last five fights, was looking to turn things around. Meanwhile, Rodrigues, with four wins in his last five, was riding

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Oscar Race Drama: Mexican Movie Loses Top Spot

February 6, 2025

The 2025 Oscar race for the Best International Feature Film has taken some unexpected turns. This year, the Brazilian film "I'm Still Here" has taken the lead in the race. The lead actress, Fernanda Torres, has been in the spotlight for her role as Eunice Paiva, a brave woman trying to find her hu

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Stickers: The New Way for Artists to Leave Their Mark

January 29, 2025

In the vibrant worlds of street art and graffiti, stickers have become a popular way for artists to spread their work. Unlike business cards that might get lost or thrown away, stickers can be stuck on just about anything – from laptops to water bottles, even walls of popular hangouts. Artists like

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BAFTA Snubs: A Closer Look

January 15, 2025

The BAFTA Film nominees for 2025 were recently announced, and some big names and popular movies didn't make the cut. Films like "Queer" and "Challengers, " directed by Luca Guadagnino, were snubbed despite Golden Globe nominations. Even the highly anticipated musical "Wicked" missed out on key categ