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PwC accountants blamed for Oscar gaffe barred from future shows

PwC accountants blamed for Oscar gaffe barred from future shows

Brian Cullinan and Martha Ruiz are still employed as partners of the prestigious accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), a company spokesman said.
Thu Mar 02 2017
Tweeting accountant in spotlight over Oscar best picture blunder

Tweeting accountant in spotlight over Oscar best picture blunder

One of the PricewaterhouseCoopers accountants responsible for handing out the sealed envelopes on Sunday had posted a backstage photo of actress Emma Stone on Twitter minutes before the mix-up.
Tue Feb 28 2017
One unexpected outcome of the Oscars best-picture blunder: Vindication for Marisa Tomei

One unexpected outcome of the Oscars best-picture blunder: Vindication for Marisa Tomei

She won her 1993 best supporting actress Oscar only because presenter Jack Palance called the wrong name.
Tue Feb 28 2017
Two people knew instantly that 'La La Land' didn't win; why did it take so long to announce?

Two people knew instantly that 'La La Land' didn't win; why did it take so long to announce?

But no one else knew, not until the ceremony was interrupted nearly two full minutes later, after multiple "La La" creators had already given acceptance speeches.
Tue Feb 28 2017
Oscars draw lowest U.S. audience since 2008 with 32.9 mln viewers

Oscars draw lowest U.S. audience since 2008 with 32.9 mln viewers

Some 32.9 million U.S. viewers watched the ceremony, a 4 percent drop from the 2016 Oscars which drew 34.4 million viewers.
Mon Feb 27 2017
'Moonlight' wins best picture Oscar, beating 'La La Land'

'Moonlight' wins best picture Oscar, beating 'La La Land'

But in a highly unusual mishap, presenter Warren Beatty first, mistakenly initially announced that musical "La La Land" had won, causing confusion and uproar on Hollywood's biggest night..
Mon Feb 27 2017
Chazelle becomes youngest directing Oscar winner for 'La La Land'

Chazelle becomes youngest directing Oscar winner for 'La La Land'

It was the first Academy Award for Chazelle, 32, who was the favourite going into Sunday's ceremony after winning Directors Guild and Golden Globe awards earlier this year.
Mon Feb 27 2017
Oscar host Jimmy Kimmel pokes fun at new world under Trump

Oscar host Jimmy Kimmel pokes fun at new world under Trump

"This broadcast is being watched live by millions of Americans, and around the world in more than 225 countries that now hate us, and I think that is amazing."
Mon Feb 27 2017
Viola Davis, Iranian movie win Oscars as Trump looms large

Viola Davis, Iranian movie win Oscars as Trump looms large

Ali, and a tearful Davis, each winning their first Oscars, were among a record seven actors of color nominated for Academy Awards this year, in stark contrast to 2016 when there were none.
Mon Feb 27 2017
Disney's 'Zootopia' wins Oscar for best animated film

Disney's 'Zootopia' wins Oscar for best animated film

The movie from Walt Disney Co's Disney Animation Studios was one of year's biggest box-office hits, selling more than $1 billion in tickets worldwide.
Mon Feb 27 2017
Iran's 'The Salesman' wins Oscar for best foreign language film

Iran's 'The Salesman' wins Oscar for best foreign language film

The movie, directed by Tehran-based Asghar Farhadi, marked Iran's second Oscar victory, coming five years after Farhadi's drama "A Separation" won the nation's first Academy Award.
Mon Feb 27 2017
Mahershala Ali wins supporting actor Oscar for 'Moonlight'

Mahershala Ali wins supporting actor Oscar for 'Moonlight'

Ali, 43, plays Juan, a drug dealer who takes a young black boy living in Miami with a drug-addict mother, under his wing.
Mon Feb 27 2017
Stars shimmer on Oscar red carpet as diamonds and gold have their day

Stars shimmer on Oscar red carpet as diamonds and gold have their day

Emma Stone sparkled in a 1920s inspired gold fringed Givenchy gown, as "Hidden Figures" supporting actress contender Octavia Spencer opted for a silvery Marchesa adorned with a flounce of feathers.
Mon Feb 27 2017
Shivering weather greets Oscar red carpet arrivals

Shivering weather greets Oscar red carpet arrivals

Temperatures were some 15 degrees Fahrenheit (8 degrees Celsius) below normal for late February.
Mon Feb 27 2017
Leading nominations for the 2017 Oscars

Leading nominations for the 2017 Oscars

The 2017 Oscars, or Academy Awards, the highest honors in the movie industry, will be handed out on Sunday at a ceremony in Hollywood hosted by comedian Jimmy Kimmel.
Sun Feb 26 2017
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024