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Sean Baker Sweeps Oscars with Anora, Wins Best Director and Best Picture
Acclaimed director Sean Baker gave a record-breaking performance at the 97th Academy Awards, winning four prestigious awards for his movie Anora. The highly praised comedy-drama won Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Editing, establishing Baker’s reign over this year’s awards season.
Anora, featuring Mikey Madison, is about a Brooklyn exotic dancer who spontaneously marries the son of a Russian oligarch on a ketamine-fueled Las Vegas weekend. The surprise marriage enrages his influential parents, who hire their goons to coerce an annulment.
With four Oscars on one night, Baker has equaled Walt Disney’s record for the most Academy Awards won in a single year. His acceptance speech highlighted the need to protect the theatrical experience in a world where streaming dominates. He made an impassioned plea for directors to keep prioritizing the big screen, referring to cinema as a “communal experience that we cannot afford to lose.”
Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra Will Launch in India on March 11
Xiaomi has now confirmed that the newest flagship phones in the country, the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, will be launching in India on March 11. Having already made their global launch at the Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, the eagerly awaited devices are coming to Indian shores.
These successors of the Xiaomi 14 series pride themselves on top-notch upgrades that include Leica-driven optics, enhanced telephoto lenses, and robust internal hardware. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra has a 6.73-inch QHD+ AMOLED display of 120Hz refresh rate capacity and 3,200 nits peak output, while the regular Xiaomi 15 has an even smaller 6.36-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen that shares the refresh rate capacity.
Both phones are driven by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, with the Ultra model set to provide up to 16GB of RAM. The camera system is still a highlight, with the Xiaomi 15 Ultra sporting a 200MP Leica telephoto lens, a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 32MP front-facing selfie shooter. The Xiaomi 15 has a 50MP triple-camera system.
The devices will be available in multiple colors, with the Ultra version launching in a sleek silver chrome finish. Customers will be able to purchase them via Amazon India, Xiaomi’s official website, and retail stores.
Tiger Shroff Unveils Baaghi 4 Poster on His 35th Birthday
Action hero Tiger Shroff celebrated his 35th birthday by unveiling the official poster of Baaghi 4, the sequel to his superhit action franchise. The poster features a darker and grittier version of his on-screen persona, suggesting a dramatic change in the plot.
A Harsha directs and Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment produces the movie, which will hit theaters on September 5. Sanjay Dutt is joined by Punjabi sensation Sonam Bajwa and Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu.
Shroff thanked the Baaghi franchise for making him an action hero, attributing the success to it. He played with fans by revealing his character in the fourth one is “definitely not the same” as his previous one, keeping high hopes for the movie.
Google Co-Founder Sergey Brin Advocates 60-Hour Work Weeks for AI Race
Google co-founder Sergey Brin has called on employees to work longer hours in an effort to gain ground in the race to artificial general intelligence (AGI). In an internal memo obtained by The New York Times, Brin asked employees to stay for a minimum of 60 hours per week in the office to keep Google ahead of its competitors.
As AI development has picked up around the globe, Brin said Google has “all the necessary ingredients” to succeed but needs to step up its game. He added that some of its employees were falling short of required commitment and threatened that lack of commitment would demoralize the whole team.
But Brin also warned against overworking more than 60 hours, recognizing that heavy workloads might cause burnout. His memo also notes the stakes of the AI field, where companies are competing to create systems that might surpass human intelligence.
Latvian Animated Film Flow Wins Best Animated Feature at the Oscars
Latvian director Gints Zilbalodis became the history maker at the 97th Academy Awards with his film Flow taking the honor of Best Animated Feature, representing Latvia’s maiden Oscar win for the category.
Created using the open-source software Blender, Flow is a visually stunning wordless parable that follows a black cat and a group of animals navigating a post-apocalyptic world submerged in floodwaters. The film captivated audiences with its unique storytelling, relying solely on animation and emotions rather than dialogue.
In his acceptance speech, Zilbalodis thanked his parents, his animals, and the international audience that accepted his film. He also stressed the significance of independent animation, hoping that Flow would lead to other non-mainstream animated films receiving comparable accolades.
Israeli-Palestinian Documentary No Other Land Wins Best Documentary Feature at the Oscars
The intense Israeli-Palestinian documentary No Other Land won the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature, illuminating the West Bank conflict through the bond of a Palestinian activist and an Israeli journalist.
Directed by Yuval Abraham and Basel Adra, the film brings to light the forced displacement of Palestinians in Masafer Yatta and the demolition of their homes by Israeli forces. It also explores the individual challenges of both protagonists, how their relationship is strained by the huge differences in their lives.
During their acceptance speech, the filmmakers called for a political resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, emphasizing the need for mutual respect and an end to ethnic supremacy.
Bombay High Court to Hear SEBI’s Appeal Against FIR on Ex-Chairperson
Bombay High Court has accepted to hear an urgent appeal of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) against the filing of an FIR against former SEBI chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and other officials.
The case is based on alleged lapses in regulations related to listing of Cals Refineries Ltd. The FIR, issued on the directive of a special court of the Anti-Corruption Bureau, mentions Buch among serving and retired directors of SEBI.
SEBI has forcefully denied the allegations, claiming not to have complied with due process before registering the FIR. The market regulator is likely to advance its case during the next hearing, justifying its officials from charges of misbehavior.
Delhi to Fit 328 New Traffic Cameras to Check Violations
In a bid to increase road safety, the Delhi Traffic Police has decided to fit 328 high-tech cameras in the city by June. These top-of-the-line cameras will automatically read traffic violations, such as riding without helmets, seatbelt offenses, and use of mobile phones while driving.
The project will minimize manual intervention in the issuance of traffic challans and automate enforcement. Officials said the new cameras would increase the existing surveillance capacity by nearly twice, enhancing road discipline and easing congestion.
Varun Chakravarthy’s Redemption in Dubai as India Beats New Zealand
Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy cast away his earlier demons at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, producing a brilliant five-wicket performance in India’s 44-run win against New Zealand.
Having had a tough time in Dubai in the 2021 T20 World Cup, Chakravarthy redeemed himself with a match-winning show. His variations confused the batsmen of New Zealand, and India cruised to a comfortable win.
With the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal against Australia looming large on the horizon, Chakravarthy’s return is a selection headache for the Indian team management.
Barcelona Returns to La Liga Summit with 4-0 Victory Over Real Sociedad
Barcelona reclaimed the top spot in La Liga after a commanding 4-0 win against Real Sociedad. Goals from Gerard Martin, Marc Casado, Ronald Araujo, and Robert Lewandowski secured the dominant victory.
Manager Hansi Flick praised his team’s attacking intent, emphasizing their hunger to score goals. He also addressed concerns over Gavi’s absence, revealing that the midfielder was feeling unwell before the match.
This win has placed Barcelona at the top of the table with 57 points, with a slim margin over Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid as they pursue their title bid.
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