# Oscar

This year

2023

# RIP

Oscar winner Alan Arkin dies aged 89

The American actor appeared in films including Little Miss Sunshine, Argo and Glengarry Glen Ross.

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Jun 30th 2023, 3:45 PM

# an cailín Ciúin

An Cailín Ciúin becomes first ever Irish language film to be nominated for Oscar

The film stars Catherine Clinch, Carrie Crowley, and Andrew Bennett.

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Jan 24th 2023, 4:56 PM

Last year

2022

# Oscar

An Cailín Ciúin becomes first Irish-language film to be shortlisted for Best International Feature Oscar

Director Colm Bairéad says it is an ‘historic moment for Irish-language cinema’.

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Dec 21st 2022, 8:44 PM

# Oscar

US actor Sean Penn gives Oscar award to Ukraine's president during visit to Kyiv

Penn told Zelensky: ‘If I know this is here with you, then I will feel better and stronger for the fight.’

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Nov 9th 2022, 9:38 AM

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# Podcast

The Explainer: How do you get nominated for an Oscar?

We speak to director Tomm Moore about Cartoon Saloon’s latest Oscar-nominated film, Wolfwalkers.

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Apr 24th 2021, 1:00 PM

# Oscars

Bohemian Rhapsody wins big, while Green Book nabs best picture - Here's the full list of Oscar winners

The hostless ceremony produced a shock or two.

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Feb 25th 2019, 4:46 AM

# Academy Awards

Oscars to postpone controversial 'Best Popular Film' category as it needs more study

The move came after some backlash from people in the film industry.

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Sep 7th 2018, 8:47 AM

# inclusion rider

Frances McDormand asks all female nominees to stand in rousing Oscars speech

She won the Best Actress award for her role in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.

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Mar 5th 2018, 8:24 AM

# Kilkenny

Inside the Irish animation studio that could be in line for an Oscar

The Kilkenny-based animation studio have previously been nominated for The Secret of Kells and Song of the Sea.

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Mar 3rd 2018, 8:00 PM

# no ragrets

Oscar: 'When I came to China, I was thinking more of my family than of my career'

Oscar listed offers from several major European clubs while explaining why he opted for China.

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Oct 13th 2017, 6:00 AM

# Kentucky

Actor and playwright Sam Shepard has died aged 73

He recently played the character Robert Rayburn in the Netflix show Bloodline.

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Jul 31st 2017, 5:00 PM

# Crime and Punishment

Watch: Ex-Chelsea star Oscar gets 8-game ban for instigating this brawl in China

The midfielder appeared twice to fire the ball deliberately at Guangzhou players

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Jun 22nd 2017, 11:56 AM

# loving

Interview: Ruth Negga on racism, fame, and the chance of winning an Oscar

The Irish-Ethiopian actress has had a stellar year – and her latest film, Loving, touches on a subject very close to her heart.

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Feb 25th 2017, 9:30 AM

# China in his hands

'I'm a pioneer!' - Oscar says China's money is good for football

The Brazil international says he headed to Asia to help the game grow.

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Jan 16th 2017, 5:49 PM

# temptation

Mihajlovic says China wages gave him 'sleepless nights'

Sinisa Mihajlovic has turned down the chance to join the Chinese Super League, despite receiving a lucrative approach.

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Jan 8th 2017, 6:00 AM

# High hopes

'China can become world's top football league'

The country has made headlines in recent weeks thanks to jaw-dropping megabucks moves for Argentina striker Carlos Tevez and Brazil playmaker Oscar.

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Jan 7th 2017, 9:30 PM

# enough is enough

China to crack down on record-breaking spending by football clubs

Splashing massive funds on overseas players is not going down well.

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Jan 5th 2017, 2:15 PM

# excess

Here are the top 10 highest-paid players in world football

It is believed that Carlos Tevez will make around 38 million euros a season in China.

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Dec 30th 2016, 3:25 PM

# Big Money

Oscar and the top 5 most expensive signings in the history of Chinese football

The Brazil international’s record-breaking move to Asia was confirmed earlier today.

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Dec 23rd 2016, 11:49 AM

# Speculation

Chelsea star set for €71 million China move - reports

Oscar is the latest high-profile footballer to be linked with a big-money move to Asia.

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Dec 14th 2016, 9:50 AM

# Viva

An Irish film about Cuban drag queens helped these filmmakers find their voice

The film was shortlisted as Ireland’s pick to be considered for a foreign language Oscar.

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Aug 20th 2016, 10:00 PM

# Room

Could Ireland win an Oscar tonight?

We have nine nominees in the running.

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Feb 28th 2016, 9:45 PM

# Safe passage

Oscar hits first half hat-trick and Hazard finally breaks 273-day goal duck

Former Ireland midfielder Darren Potter scored for MK Dons but Chelsea ran out comfortable 5-1 winners.

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Jan 31st 2016, 6:00 PM

# Reaction

'It's a pity our photographer missed Oscar-Costa bust up!'

The Chelsea boss said he will not be taking any action against either player.

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Jan 8th 2016, 3:29 PM

# On the up

Chelsea have got their groove back as Hiddink claims his first victory

Goals from Oscar, Willian and Diego Costa handed the Blues a 3-0 win at Selhurst Park.

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Jan 3rd 2016, 3:40 PM

# slip up

A John Terry-esque penalty denied Chelsea a win today

Chelsea, who visit United on Monday, are two points above the relegation places.

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Dec 26th 2015, 5:25 PM

# RIP

Scarface and Big actor Robert Loggia has died aged 85

The Oscar-nominated actor battled Alzheimer’s disease for five years.

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Dec 4th 2015, 11:58 PM

# He's out

Oscar Pistorius has been released from prison a day early

The Paralympian was allowed out of prison in Pretoria a day early in an apparent attempt to avoid media coverage.

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Oct 20th 2015, 7:02 AM

# Out of the blue

Rumblings of major discontent at Chelsea after certain players were dropped last night

Jose Mourinho was fuming after the performances of six players against Newcastle last weekend.

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Sep 30th 2015, 3:31 PM

# no oscar for you

An anonymous Oscar-winner mocked Leonardo DiCaprio with their award

Winners hang out on Imgur now.

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Sep 10th 2015, 8:15 AM

# this friday

South African minister seeking legal advice on Oscar Pistorius release

Pistorius was jailed last year after being convicted on a manslaughter charge. He’s due for release on Friday.

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Aug 18th 2015, 10:59 PM

# New York

"Tragic and senseless": Morgan Freeman's step-granddaughter stabbed to death

The suspect has been taken into custody.

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Aug 17th 2015, 7:25 AM

# next friday

Oscar Pistorius is getting out of prison next week - 10 months into his sentence

He’s expected to be kept under house arrest with one hour of free time each day.

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Aug 13th 2015, 2:17 PM

# Samba stars

The top 5 best and worst Brazilians to play in the Premier League

Some samba stars have proved more of a success than others during their time in England.

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Jun 24th 2015, 2:00 PM

# Analysis

5 things we learned from the weekend's Premier League action

We also assess Liverpool’s disappointing result and intriguing Spurs-Southampton clash.

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Apr 26th 2015, 8:26 PM

# Report

Chelsea had just 29% possession -- and still beat Man United today

Eden Hazard’s first-half goal secured a clinical 1-0 home win.

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Apr 18th 2015, 7:56 PM

# Red carpet fever

And the Oscar goes to: Here's our essential guide to tonight's show

If you’re brave enough to attempt to stay up.

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Feb 22nd 2015, 8:15 PM

# Five Star Blues

Oscar and Diego Costa netted twice as Chelsea had an easy afternoon in Swansea

The Blues extended their lead at the top to five points.

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Jan 17th 2015, 5:15 PM

# Pensioners

Oscar and Costa strike as leaders Chelsea take advantage of Man City's slip-up

Jose Mourinho’s men are now two points clear at the top of the table after a 2-0 win over Newcastle at Stamford Bridge.

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Jan 10th 2015, 5:20 PM

# New Deal

And the Oscar stays with... Chelsea: Brazilian signs new five-year deal

“I am so happy because I love playing for Chelsea,” says Oscar. Yup.

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Nov 10th 2014, 7:50 PM