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Oscar winners — and losers — laugh, drink and dance together at after-parties
SUMMARY: At the Vanity Fair Oscars after-party, Timothée Chalamet, despite losing the Best Actor award to Adrien Brody, radiated joy as he mingled with guests like Kim Kardashian and Kendall Jenner. Weary from a long awards season, attendees enjoyed champagne and In-N-Out Burger. Chalamet, dressed in a black suit instead of his yellow tuxedo from the ceremony, looked ahead to his next film about a ping pong player. The Governors Ball featured winners, including Zoe Saldaña and Sean Baker, while Elton John’s party showcased performances by Chappell Roan, celebrating his foundation’s efforts against HIV/AIDS. Young stars also mingled, sparking dating rumors.
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Flu cases still on the rise across Florida
SUMMARY: Flu cases are rising across Florida, with health officials calling this the worst flu season in years. The CDC reports over 33 million flu cases and 43,000 hospitalizations nationwide, with 19,000 deaths, including 86 pediatric deaths. Both influenza A and B strains are circulating, and this season has been classified as high severity for all age groups. While flu season typically ends in May, experts warn that relief isn’t expected for a while. Doctors advise getting the flu vaccine, which matches the circulating strains, and staying home when sick to prevent further spread.
Flu cases are still spreading across the state of Florida and in the Tampa Bay area. The CDC said there have been at least 33 million flu cases this season.
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Key Oscar moments, from Zoe Saldaña’s emotional win and ‘Oz’ opening to Kieran Culkin’s baby wish
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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‘No Other Land’ wins Oscar for best documentary
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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