SUMMARY: At the Oscars, Sean Baker’s film *Anora* won Best Picture, with Mikey Madison taking Best Actress. Adrien Brody won Best Actor for *The Brutalist*, 22 years after his first win. Zoe Saldaña’s emotional Best Supporting Actress win celebrated her immigrant heritage. The opening featured Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in a *Wizard of Oz*-themed performance. Kieran Culkin humorously requested more children during his acceptance speech. A tribute to James Bond featured songs by Lisa, Doja Cat, and Raye. Morgan Freeman honored Gene Hackman in the In Memoriam segment. Brody hilariously thwarted the wrap-up music during his speech.

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SUMMARY: The documentary *No Other Land* won the Oscar for Best Documentary, telling the story of Palestinian activist Basel Adra’s efforts to protect his community from Israeli military demolitions in the West Bank. The film, a collaboration between Israeli and Palestinian filmmakers, follows Adra’s struggle to document the destruction of his hometown. It highlights the unequal living conditions faced by Palestinians, as well as the collaboration between Adra and Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham. The film was made over four years and features personal footage from Adra’s camcorder, capturing the impact of military occupation on local residents.

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SUMMARY: During a European summit, Ukrainian President Volodyr Zelenskyy faced criticism from President Trump’s aides and congressional Republicans, who demanded he express more gratitude for U.S. support and consider concessions to Russia. Some suggested he should resign following a contentious Oval Office meeting with Trump and Vice President JD Vance. National security adviser Mike Waltz argued that Zelenskyy’s actions were disrespectful, questioning his readiness to negotiate peace. The situation has strained U.S.-Ukraine relations, with limited support for Zelenskyy among Republicans. Meanwhile, some lawmakers, like Sen. Lisa Murkowski, condemned the administration’s stance, advocating for continued support for Ukraine.

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