American Soldiers' Deaths in Lithuania

Four American soldiers died during a training exercise in Lithuania, their bodies recovered after being missing for a week. The soldiers were part of the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division. A ceremony is being held in their honor with government officials, religious leaders, and the U.S. Army paying their respects.

Oscars Best Picture Race

Two very different films, 'Anora' and 'Conclave,' are in a close race for the Best Picture at the Oscars. The awards season has been tumultuous, with wildfires and scandals. 'Anora' is a highly acclaimed indie film, while 'Conclave' is a big-studio drama. Adrien Brody and Timothee Chalamet are strong contenders for Best Actor. Mikey Madison and Demi Moore are competing for Best Actress. The Oscars ceremony will honor firefighters and feature performances by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.

Handover Ceremony of Israeli Hostages' Bodies by Hamas

The International Committee of the Red Cross participated in a handover ceremony of four bodies of Israeli hostages who were abducted by Hamas and died in captivity. The ceremony shocked Israelis, who likened Hamas to Nazis. The Red Cross has been criticized for not visiting the hostages during their captivity and participating in gruesome ceremonies.

Golden Globes War Between Owners and HFPA

A bitter war is raging between the new owners of the Golden Globes and the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, with HFPA members furious over not being allowed inside the ceremony. The HFPA, founded in 1943, is upset because they feel left out of their own party as the operation was split into for-profit and non-profit parts two years ago.

Pro-Palestinian Graduates Protest at Columbia University

Pro-Palestinian graduates at Columbia University protested at smaller department ceremonies after the main graduation event was canceled due to mass unrest. They wore zip-tie handcuffs, tore diplomas, and donned keffiyehs symbolizing Palestinian nationalism.

Chaos at Howard University Nursing Graduation Ceremony

A graduation ceremony for nursing students at Howard University in Washington, DC, ended abruptly and in chaos after angry family members were locked out when the auditorium hit capacity, resulting in a disturbance and cancellation of the event.