Oscars 2025: Shocking Moments in Academy Awards History
As the 98th Oscars approach, we revisit the most controversial and bizarre incidents from past ceremonies, from Will Smith's slap to streakers and awkward kisses.
Category : Diplomacy
Gladiators Fans Cry Foul as Replacement Reaches Final
Viewers of BBC's Gladiators have expressed outrage after a replacement contender, Tyler, stepped in for injured semi-finalist Mo and won a place in the final, with many calling the rules unfair.
Trump's Iran War Miscalculation Exposed After Two Weeks
Two weeks into US-led strikes on Iran, Donald Trump's confused war aims have been exposed, with rising gasoline prices and strengthened Putin revealing strategic failures.
Bradley Walsh Told Off by Referee on Gladiators Show
During a BBC Gladiators semi-final, host Bradley Walsh was told to 'be quiet' by referee Mark Clattenburg after querying a rule, sparking boos from the audience and social media reactions.
Trump's Kharg Island Strikes Signal Unpredictable US Strategy
US strikes on Iran's Kharg Island reveal a strategy where unpredictability is central. With 90% of Iran's oil exports flowing through this strategic location, the conflict's economic and geopolitical stakes are immense.
Maya Jama Ready to Leave Presenting for Acting Career
Love Island host Maya Jama reveals she is ready to transition from presenting to acting, reigniting her teenage dream after landing a role in Netflix's The Gentlemen.
Delroy Lindo's Oscar Nomination at 73 Shows Late-Career Success
Delroy Lindo receives his first Oscar nomination at age 73 for 'Sinners,' joining a distinguished group of actors celebrated by the Academy later in life, including Christopher Plummer and Anthony Hopkins.
Turkey's Fidan on US-Iran Diplomacy Stalemate in Regional Conflict
Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan reveals US-Iran diplomacy is stalled but back-channel talks possible. Ankara maintains neutrality despite missile incidents and continues mediation efforts in the Middle East war.
Alex Bowen's Vasectomy After Olivia's Scary Birth Experience
Olivia Bowen reveals a 'very scary' haemorrhage during her second child's birth led to anxiety and the decision for husband Alex to have a vasectomy, ending their family expansion.
Amanda Seyfried's Proclaimers Anthem Energised Film Set
Hollywood star Amanda Seyfried reveals how The Proclaimers' hit 'I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)' became essential medicine for her and the crew during gruelling filming in Budapest for The Testament of Ann Lee.
Lily Allen's Manchester Tour Show Features Bold Looks and Ex References
Lily Allen, 40, dazzled in Manchester with sheer lace and leather outfits on her West End Girl tour, featuring nods to her ex-husband David Harbour through receipt-printed fabric and lyrics.
Martin Honors Irish Famine Victims at Philadelphia Memorial
Irish premier Micheal Martin laid a wreath at the Irish Memorial in Philadelphia, remembering the millions who died or emigrated during the Great Famine of 1845-1852.
Kelly McGillis' Journey from Hollywood Fame to Quiet Life
Kelly McGillis, the 1980s Hollywood star of Top Gun and Witness, stepped away from fame to confront trauma, addiction, and her sexuality, now finding peace in New Jersey.
Barrymore Buys Devon Home After Spain Retirement U-Turn
TV star Michael Barrymore has purchased a £350,000 bungalow in Devon after abandoning plans to retire in Barcelona following clashes with anti-tourism activists.
Oscars 2026: Stars' Costly Cosmetic Prep Revealed
Ahead of the 2026 Academy Awards, Hollywood celebrities are investing heavily in cosmetic treatments like Botox and lasers, with costs reaching up to $15,300, despite risks from over-treatment.
Gladiators' Sabre Reveals True Motivation for Joining BBC Show
Sheli McCoy, known as Sabre on Gladiators, shares the emotional reason she signed up for the BBC reboot, focusing on being a role model for young girls rather than fame.
Katie Price's Husband Mocks Ex as 'Little Man'
Lee Andrews, Katie Price's new husband, has issued a scathing remark about one of her exes, calling him a 'little man' in an Instagram post. The couple married weeks after her split from JJ Slater.
Spielberg Responds to Chalamet's Ballet and Opera Comments
Steven Spielberg has addressed Timothée Chalamet's controversial claim that 'no one cares' about ballet and opera, defending the arts during a SXSW keynote speech.
Strictly Star 'Devastated' After Sudden BBC Axe
Strictly Come Dancing professional Luba Mushtuk has reportedly gone into hiding after being abruptly dropped from the BBC show, leaving her career in turmoil and heartbroken.
US Flag Raised in Venezuela Embassy After 7-Year Gap
The American flag was raised at the US Embassy in Caracas for the first time since 2019, signaling improved relations after Maduro's capture and support for acting President Rodríguez.
Trump Posts Video of Apparent Strike on Iran's Kharg Island
Donald Trump posted surveillance footage on Truth Social showing apparent strikes on Iran's Kharg Island, threatening further action if attacks in the Strait of Hormuz persist.
Trump Calls for UK Warships in Strait of Hormuz as Iran Conflict Escalates
US President Donald Trump pressures Prime Minister Keir Starmer to send British naval forces to secure the vital oil shipping route, highlighting a deepening rift in US-UK relations.
Gellar Shines at Film Premiere, Reveals New Buffy Slayer
Sarah Michelle Gellar attended the Ready Or Not 2 premiere at SXSW 2026 in a chic lace dress, while announcing Ryan Kiera Armstrong as the new Slayer in the Buffy reboot.
Oscars Goodie Bags: Luxury Cannabis, Custom Pre-Nups Revealed
Oscars nominees receive lavish $350,000 gift bags featuring luxury cannabis sets, custom prenuptial agreements, and exotic villa stays, despite not winning awards.
Trump's Iran War Obsession Leaves Global Mess to Clean
Professor Michael Clarke warns Trump's military fixation in Iran lacks political strategy, creating a regional crisis the world must resolve as conflict escalates.
Trump Calls for Allies to Secure Strait of Hormuz from Iran
Former President Donald Trump urges UK, China, Japan, France, and South Korea to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz, threatening continued U.S. strikes to break Iran's blockade of the vital oil route.
MPs Urge Starmer to Address Christian Killings with Nigerian President
British MPs demand Prime Minister Keir Starmer confront Nigerian President Bola Tinubu about the persecution and killing of Christians during his historic state visit to the UK this week.
Dolly Parton Rebuilds After Health and Grief
Country legend Dolly Parton opens up about her journey to rebuild spiritually, physically, and emotionally following health issues and the loss of her husband.
Trump: US Planes Suffered 'Virtually No Damage' in Iran Strike
President Trump claims four US Air Force tanker planes are operational again after an Iranian missile strike in Saudi Arabia, with one more expected soon.
Trump Urges UK Warships for Strait of Hormuz Security
Donald Trump has publicly urged the UK and other nations to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz to counter Iran's blockade, which is disrupting global oil supplies and driving up energy prices worldwide.
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