American Pope Leo XIV To Receive Liberty Medal For US 250th Anniversary American Pope Leo XIV To Receive Liberty Medal For US 250th Anniversary
American Pope Leo XIV To Receive Liberty Medal For US 250th Anniversary The first American pope will be honored during the United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations. Pope Leo XIV — a Villanova University graduate — will receive the 2026 Liberty Medal during a public ceremony on Independence Mall in Philadelphia on Friday, July 3, the eve of the nation’s semiquincentennial, the National Constitution Center announced. The award recognizes the pope’s lifelong advocacy for religious liberty, freedom of conscience, and freedom of expression, ideals reflected in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, officials said. Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevo…
Oscars: 'One Battle After Another' Wins Best Picture Oscars: 'One Battle After Another' Wins Best Picture
Oscars: 'One Battle After Another' Wins Best Picture "One Battle After Another" was named Best Picture at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday, March 15. The movie about a group of revolutionaries who try to stay one step ahead of the federal agents on their trail was considered an Oscar frontrunner from the moment it debuted in theaters last fall to critical acclaim. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Benicio Del Toro, Sean Penn, Teyana Taylor, Regina Hall and Chase Infiniti. Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor, who starred in "Moulin Rouge" 25 years ago, reunited to present the award. "One Battle After Another" racked up 13 nominations and six…
Oscars: Michael B. Jordan Wins Best Actor For 'Sinners' Oscars: Michael B. Jordan Wins Best Actor For 'Sinners'
Oscars: Michael B. Jordan Wins Best Actor For 'Sinners' Michael B. Jordan, a native of Newark, won Best Actor at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday, March 15. Jordan won for "Sinners", where he played two identical twin brothers, Smoke and Stack, as they open a juke joint in Mississippi, only to have it overrun by vampires. He grew up in Newark, graduating from Newark Arts High School, appearing in locally shot productions like "Cosby" and "The Sopranos", before landing a three-year run on "All My Children."  This was Jordan's first Oscar nomination.
Oscars: Sean Penn Wins Best Supporting Actor For 'One Battle After Another' Oscars: Sean Penn Wins Best Supporting Actor For 'One Battle After Another'
Oscars: Sean Penn Wins Best Supporting Actor For 'One Battle After Another' Sean Penn won Best Supporting Actor at the 98th Annual Academy Awards on Sunday, March 15. Penn won for his performance as Col. Lockjaw in "One Battle After Another,", a corrupt military officer who hunts down a revolutionary group while trying to silence a secret from his past so he can join the Christmas Adventurers Club. The actor is no stranger to Oscar glory, having previously won for "Milk" and "Mystic River" and been nominated for "Dead Man Walking," "I Am Sam" and "Sweet and Lowdown."
Beloved 'Family Guy' Character Getting Own Spinoff, Reports Say: What To Know Beloved 'Family Guy' Character Getting Own Spinoff, Reports Say: What To Know
Beloved 'Family Guy' Character Getting Own Spinoff, Reports Say: What To Know What the deuce? Stewie Griffin is getting his own show. Fox and Hulu have ordered a two-season spinoff of the hit animated series "Family Guy" centered on the show's evil genius toddler, Deadline reported. The show will premiere during the 2027-28 TV season, with new episodes streaming the next day on Hulu. The new animated comedy, titled "Stewie," will follow the devious toddler during his time in preschool while exploring time and space travel, Deadline reported. The series comes from "Family Guy" creator Seth MacFarlane and 20th Television Animation. MacFarlane will continue voicin…
NYC Among 10 Best Cities For St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, Study Says: See Full List NYC Among 10 Best Cities For St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, Study Says: See Full List
NYC Among 10 Best Cities For St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, Study Says: See Full List Every year, some cities feel the luck of the Irish a little more than others. WalletHub released its 2026 list of Best Cities for St. Patrick's Day Celebrations on Wednesday, March 11. The study ranked 200 US cities based on holiday traditions, Irish pubs and restaurants per capita, affordability, safety, accessibility, and even the weather forecast. WalletHub said Americans are expected to spend about $7 billion on St. Patrick's Day in 2026. "St. Patrick's Day celebrates the Irish, but it's become a beloved cultural holiday for millions of Americans regardless of their ancestry," said Wal…
AI 'Actress' Condemned By Hollywood Releases First Music Video: 'I've Got Life' AI 'Actress' Condemned By Hollywood Releases First Music Video: 'I've Got Life'
AI 'Actress' Condemned By Hollywood Releases First Music Video: 'I've Got Life' An artificial intelligence-generated "actress" that was widely blasted across the entertainment industry has released a defiant music video mocking critics. Production company Particle6 and AI talent studio Xicoia debuted Tilly Norwood's comedic music video "Take the Lead" on Tuesday, March 10. Norwood was unveiled as "the world's first AI actor" in September 2025, sparking tremendous backlash from human actors, writers, producers, and fans. The release of "Take the Lead" comes days before Hollywood gathers for the 98th Academy Awards. "Tilly is, and has always been, a vehicle to…
Shuck It Out: 'Oyster Party' Opens Brick-And-Mortar Seafood Spot In Hudson Valley Shuck It Out: 'Oyster Party' Opens Brick-And-Mortar Seafood Spot In Hudson Valley
Shuck It Out: 'Oyster Party' Opens Brick-And-Mortar Seafood Spot In Hudson Valley A seafood catering company known for its raw bars and fresh oysters has opened its first brick-and-mortar restaurant in Ulster County — and early diners are already giving it glowing reviews. Oyster Party, located in Woodstock at 1802 Route 28, opened its doors in late 2025 after more than a decade building a reputation across New York for its mobile raw bar catering business. The new restaurant currently holds a 5-star rating on Yelp, with customers praising its oysters, lobster rolls, and laid-back coastal atmosphere. The small seafood spot leans into a simple mission: bringing people t…
NY Falls In Best States For Women Rankings: Here's Why NY Falls In Best States For Women Rankings: Here's Why
NY Falls In Best States For Women Rankings: Here's Why Several Northeast states are among the best places in the country for women, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 list of Best & Worst States for Women on Monday, March 3. The list was released ahead of International Women's Day, which falls on Sunday, March 8. The personal finance website compared all 50 states and Washington, DC, across 25 measures tied to economic opportunity, health care, and safety for women. "Despite improvements the US has made over the years, women still lag behind men when it comes to economic prospects, executive positions, and political…
Sudden Death Of 16-Month-Old Inspires Nearly $8K For NY Children’s ER Sudden Death Of 16-Month-Old Inspires Nearly $8K For NY Children’s ER
Sudden Death Of 16-Month-Old Inspires Nearly $8K For NY Children’s ER A New York family is honoring the memory of a 16-month-old boy whose sudden, unexplained death stunned loved ones by raising thousands of dollars to support families facing similar emergencies. Liam Chadwick was born Jan. 4, 2024, and died on May 8, 2025, after collapsing during a nap at daycare, according to a family statement shared through the Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation. After Liam’s death, an autopsy determined the cause to be SUDC, a rare condition diagnosed only after doctors rule out every known medical explanation. The diagnosis came months after Liam’s…
Luxury Jewelry, Rat Poison, Meteorite: Report Reveals Strangest Lost Luggage Finds Of 2025 Luxury Jewelry, Rat Poison, Meteorite: Report Reveals Strangest Lost Luggage Finds Of 2025
Luxury Jewelry, Rat Poison, Meteorite: Report Reveals Strangest Lost Luggage Finds Of 2025 A $35,000 Rolex, a fully assembled robot, and a suitcase packed with rat poison are just some of the unusual discoveries found inside lost airline luggage in 2025. Unclaimed Baggage released its 2026 "Found Report" on Thursday, March 5. The annual report highlights valuable items, strange discoveries, and travel trends uncovered from bags never reunited with their owners. The Alabama company is the nation's only retailer that resells, donates, or recycles items from airline luggage after it goes unclaimed for 90 days. "Each year, I am amazed at the treasures discovered in luggage and what …
Britney Spears Arrested For DUI Weeks After Major Music Catalog Deal Britney Spears Arrested For DUI Weeks After Major Music Catalog Deal
Britney Spears Arrested For DUI Weeks After Major Music Catalog Deal Pop superstar Britney Spears was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence just a few weeks after reaching a deal to sell her music catalog. Spears, 44, was taken into custody by the California Highway Patrol at around 9:30 p.m. PST on Wednesday, March 4. Ventura County booking records show that the "Oops!... I Did It Again" singer was released by 6:07 a.m. on Thursday, March 5. Variety confirmed that Spears was arrested for a DUI. She's scheduled to appear in court on Monday, May 4. Spears' arrest comes after the "...Baby One More Time" performer recently finalized a …