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ROME and LONDON — Pope Francis suffered two episodes of “acute respiratory failure” on Monday, the Vatican said. The episodes were caused by a “significant accumulation of endobronchial mucus and consequent bronchospasm,” the Vatican’s press office said in a brief statement. According to doctors, acute respiratory failure indicates the pope […]

“Wicked” costume designer Paul Tazewell is reflecting on his historic Oscar win. Tazewell, who became the first Black man to win an Oscar for costume design on Sunday night, took to Instagram on Monday and shared how the recognition has been his “North Star.” “Winning the Oscar for Wicked is […]

Zoe Saldaña responded to a reporter who had critiques of “Emilia Pérez” in the press room following her best supporting actress win at the 2025 Oscars. The Mexican reporter set up their question by saying a lot has been said about trans people and empowering women, “but less has been […]

Highland Park, Illinois, mass shooting suspect Robert Crimo III changed his plea to guilty on Monday as opening arguments in his trial were set to begin, according to Chicago ABC station WLS. Crimo is accused of killing seven people and injuring dozens of others in the mass shooting at a […]

Selma Blair’s service dog Scout is ready for his close-up! The English red fox lab stole the show on March 2 at the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, walking the striped carpet alongside Blair. “Over 25 years of celebrating the Oscar’s at @vanityfair . I loved tonight especially . Scout […]

The brightest stars in film shined at the 2025 Oscars, with first-time and returning winners celebrating backstage and sharing how it felt to hear their name and accept an Academy Award. Adrien Brody, winner of the award for best performance by an actor in a leading role for “The Brutalist,” […]

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Treasury Department announced it will not enforce a Biden-era small business rule intended to curb money laundering and shell company formation. In a Sunday evening announcement, Treasury said in a news release that it will not impose penalties now or in the future if companies fail […]

WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump loves a good spectacle, and it’s hard to top a speech to a joint session of Congress. The House chamber is packed with lawmakers, and the president’s arrival is announced in a booming voice by the sergeant-at-arms, triggering cacophonous applause. Trump’s speech on […]

There are real concerns within the intelligence community that foreign adversaries — including Russia and China — could target the growing ranks of recently fired federal employees for recruitment. Agency officials are discussing this and warning colleagues and staff, sources tell ABC News. “It’s not difficult for a foreign spy […]

Karla Sofía Gascón is in the audience at the 2025 Oscars after a tumultuous awards season which saw her widely criticized for offensive resurfaced tweets on a variety of topics, including Muslims, George Floyd and diversity at the Academy Awards. The “Emilia Pérez” star, nominated for best actress at this […]