The headline news from February 23, 2015

The archive of all headlines from February 23, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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Far From the Oscars: Real ’Sniper’ Story Reaches Closing Scene

NBC News  23/Feb/2015 00:10:06

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Red carpet live: Stars shine despite gloomy weather

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 01:00:10

The red carpet is rolled out at Dolby Theatre in Hollywood for the film industry's biggest night of the year -- and perhaps one of its chilliest with the temperature in the 60s.SEE THE STORY

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Live Updates: Rain soaks red carpet

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 01:30:08

The red carpet is rolled out at Dolby Theatre in Hollywood for the film industry's biggest night of the year -- and perhaps one of its chilliest with the temperature in the 60s.SEE THE STORY

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 01:50:09

Celebrities are coming thick and fast on the red carpet before the 87th annual Academy Awards. For the second year in a row, nobody in Hollywood is sure which movie will win best picture.

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 02:00:08

As the 87th annual Academy Awards gets under way, nobody in Hollywood is sure which movie will win best picture for the second year in a row.

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 02:05:09

As the 87th annual Academy Awards gets under way, nobody in Hollywood is sure which movie will win best picture for the second year in a row. Five things to watch for during the broadcast.

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Live Updates: White dresses and lots of rain

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 02:10:10

The red carpet is rolled out at Dolby Theatre in Hollywood for the film industry's biggest night of the year -- and perhaps one of its chilliest with the temperature in the 60s.SEE THE STORY

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Live Updates: White dresses and quite a bit of rain

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 02:15:08

The red carpet is rolled out at Dolby Theatre in Hollywood for the film industry's biggest night of the year -- and perhaps one of its chilliest with the temperature in the 60s.SEE THE STORY

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Live updates: Oscars ceremony about to begin

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 02:25:07

Neil Patrick Harris hosts Hollywood's biggest night from the Dolby Theatre. 'Birdman' and 'Boyhood,' two of the eight best picture nominees, are among the favorites to win the top prize.SEE THE STORY

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 02:30:09

As the 87th annual Academy Awards get under way, nobody in Hollywood is sure which movie will win best picture for the second year in a row. Five things to watch for during the broadcast.

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Live: Ceremony opens with Neil Patrick Harris

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 02:35:09

Harris hosts Hollywood's biggest night from the Dolby Theatre. 'Birdman' and 'Boyhood,' two of the eight best picture nominees, are among the favorites to win the top prize.SEE THE STORY

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Oscars 2015: And the Winner Is…

NBC News  23/Feb/2015 02:40:09

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 02:45:07

J.K. Simmons wins the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor as the 87th annual Academy Awards begin. But nobody in Hollywood is sure which movie will win best picture for the second year in a row.

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Live: J.K. Simmons wins supporting actor

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 02:50:09

Neil Patrick Harris hosts Hollywood's biggest night from the Dolby Theatre. 'Birdman' and 'Boyhood,' two of the eight best picture nominees, are among the favorites to win the top prize.SEE THE STORY

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Live: J.K. Simmons wins supporting actor award

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 02:55:08

Neil Patrick Harris kicks off Hollywood's biggest night with music and magic. 'Birdman' and 'Boyhood,' two of the eight best picture nominees, are among the favorites to win the top prize.SEE THE STORY

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Amid Economic Chaos, Leader in Venezuela Cracks DownNYT Now

New York Times  23/Feb/2015 03:10:04

Faced with tumbling approval ratings as Venezuelans reel from a steep currency devaluation and a crumbling economy, President Nicolás Maduro is intensifying his attacks against opponents.

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Live: J.K. Simmons, 'Grand Budapest' win early

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 03:10:12

Neil Patrick Harris kicks off Hollywood's biggest night with music and magic. 'Birdman' and 'Boyhood,' two of the eight best picture nominees, are among the favorites to win the top prize.SEE THE STORY

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 03:15:08

Oscars go to ‘Ida’ for Best Foreign Film and J.K. Simmons for Best Supporting Actor at the 87th annual Academy Awards. But nobody in Hollywood is sure which movie will win best picture.

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Congress split over battling Islamic State

Washingtonpost  23/Feb/2015 03:25:07

Lawmakers want to show unified support for military engagement, but the only real agreement so far is that Congress must be more forceful in foreign affairs.

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Live: J.K. Simmons, 'Grand Budapest' win early

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 03:45:09

Lonely Island and Tegan and Sara inject some early energy into the show with their spin on 'Everything is Awesome' from 'The Lego Movie.'SEE THE STORY

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 04:00:12

Patricia Arquette and J.K. Simmons win Oscars for Best Supporting Actress and Actor at the 87th annual Academy Awards. But nobody in Hollywood is sure which movie will win best picture.

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Live: Arquette, Simmons win supporting honors

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 04:00:14

Lonely Island and Tegan and Sara inject some early energy into the show with their spin on 'Everything is Awesome' from 'The Lego Movie.'SEE THE STORY

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 04:05:09

Polish film ‘Ida’ wins Best Foreign Film, and Patricia Arquette and J.K. Simmons win acting Oscars at the 87th annual Academy Awards. But nobody in Hollywood is sure which movie will win best picture.

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Live: 'Big Hero 6' wins for animated feature

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 04:20:09

Lonely Island and Tegan and Sara inject some early energy into the show with their spin on 'Everything is Awesome' from 'The Lego Movie.'SEE THE STORY

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Live: 'Big Hero 6' wins for animated feature

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 04:35:07

In the show's first half, Lonely Island and Tegan and Sara perform 'Everything is Awesome,' Tim McGraw sings Glen Campbell's 'I'm Not Gonna Miss You' and Neil Patrick Harris opens with a big number.SEE THE STORY

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Live: 'Birdman' wins for cinematography

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 04:55:07

In the show's first half, Lonely Island and Tegan and Sara perform 'Everything is Awesome,' Tim McGraw sings Glen Campbell's 'I'm Not Gonna Miss You' and Neil Patrick Harris opens with a big number.SEE THE STORY

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Live: 'Birdman' wins for cinematography

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 05:00:10

Jennifer Hudson sings 'I Can't Let Go' for In Memoriam, Lonely Island and Tegan and Sara perform 'Everything is Awesome' and Tim McGraw covers Glen Campbell's 'I'm Not Gonna Miss You.'SEE THE STORY

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Live: 'Birdman' wins for cinematography

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 05:10:09

John Legend's performance of 'Glory' from 'Selma' gets a standing ovation. Earlier, Jennifer Hudson sang 'I Can't Let Go' and Lonely Island and Tegan and Sara performed 'Everything is Awesome.'SEE THE STORY

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Crowded ferry sinks

CNN  23/Feb/2015 05:20:04

Bodies carried from crash scene; 65 killed

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Australia to toughen citizenship law

BBC  23/Feb/2015 05:20:06

Australia will toughen its citizenship laws as part of a new anti-terrorism strategy to combat rising threats, PM Tony Abbott announces.

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Live: 'Glory' wins original song

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 05:20:14

John Legend's performance of 'Glory' from 'Selma' gets a standing ovation -- then it wins. Earlier, Jennifer Hudson sings 'I Can't Let Go' for In Memoriam.SEE THE STORY

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Live: 'Glory' from 'Selma' wins original song

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 05:25:08

John Legend's performance of 'Glory' gets a standing ovation -- then it wins. Earlier, Jennifer Hudson sings 'I Can't Let Go' for In Memoriam.SEE THE STORY

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Live: 'Glory' from 'Selma' wins original song

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 05:30:09

John Legend's performance of 'Glory' gets a standing ovation -- then it wins. Lady Gaga surprises with a 'The Sound of Music' medley.SEE THE STORY

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 05:50:09

Polish film ‘Ida’ wins Best Foreign Film, and ‘Birdman’ wins screenplay and directing awards at the 87th annual Academy Awards.

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Live: Inarritu wins best director for 'Birdman'

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 05:50:10

John Legend's performance of 'Glory' gets a standing ovation -- then it wins. Lady Gaga surprises with a 'The Sound of Music' medley.SEE THE STORY

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Live: Eddie Redmayne wins lead actor

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 05:55:08

John Legend's performance of 'Glory' gets a standing ovation -- then it wins. Lady Gaga surprises with a 'The Sound of Music' medley.SEE THE STORY

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 06:00:10

Eddie Redmayne wins the best actor Oscar for ‘The Theory of Everything,’ and ‘Birdman’ takes home awards for best screenplay and directing at the 87th annual Academy Awards. Polish film ‘Ida’ wins best foreign film.

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Live: Moore, Redmayne win top acting honors

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 06:00:13

John Legend's performance of 'Glory' gets a standing ovation -- then it wins. Lady Gaga surprises with a 'The Sound of Music' medley.SEE THE STORY

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Australia unveils security crackdown

BBC  23/Feb/2015 06:05:02

Australia is to toughen citizenship laws and clamp down on those inciting hatred as part of a new anti-terrorism strategy, PM Tony Abbott says.

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 06:05:08

Julianne Moore and Eddie Redmayne win top acting Oscars, and ‘Birdman’ takes home awards for best screenplay and directing at the 87th annual Academy Awards. Polish film ‘Ida’ wins best foreign film.

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Oscars 2015: Live Blog

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 06:10:10

‘Birdman’ wins best picture as well as best screenplay and directing awards, and Julianne Moore and Eddie Redmayne take top acting Oscars at the 87th annual Academy Awards. Polish film ‘Ida’ wins best foreign film.

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Live: 'Birdman' wins best motion picture

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 06:10:11

John Legend inspires with 'Glory,' Lady Gaga surprises with 'Sound of Music' and Lonely Island and Tegan and Sara impress with 'Everything is Awesome.'SEE THE STORY

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Oscars 2015: Recap

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 06:20:10

‘Birdman’ wins best picture as well as best screenplay and directing awards, and Julianne Moore and Eddie Redmayne take top acting Oscars at the 87th annual Academy Awards. Polish film ‘Ida’ wins best foreign film.

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Chinese Pray for a Pleasant Goat Year

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 06:35:08

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Australia PM unveils security laws

BBC  23/Feb/2015 06:55:02

Australia is to toughen citizenship laws and tackle those inciting hatred under new measures targeting domestic extremists, PM Tony Abbott says.

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Oscars 2015: ’Birdman’ Soars on Hollywood’s Biggest Night

NBC News  23/Feb/2015 06:55:07

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'Birdman' takes top film, directing honors

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 07:05:08

The dark comedy wins four Oscars, including directing honors for Alejandro G. Inarritu. Julianne Moore, star of 'Still Alice,' wins leading actress. Eddie Redmayne wins leading actor.SEE THE STORY

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Crowded ferry sinks

CNN  23/Feb/2015 07:20:02

Dozens killed when Bangladesh ferry capsizes

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Australia to target domestic extremists

BBC  23/Feb/2015 08:15:03

Australia is to toughen citizenship laws and tackle those inciting hatred, Prime Minister Tony Abbott says.

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ISIS captives caged

CNN  23/Feb/2015 08:25:03

ISIS parades Peshmerga in cages

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Eddie Redmayne wins best actor Oscar

BBC  23/Feb/2015 09:05:02

British actor Eddie Redmayne wins best actor at this year’s Oscars, while Julianne Moore is named best actress and Birdman best picture.

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Birdman named best picture at Oscars

BBC  23/Feb/2015 09:30:03

Dark comedy Birdman wins the best picture award at the 2015 Oscars, as Briton Eddie Redmayne is named best actor and Julianne Moore best actress.

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Birdman soars at Oscars

CNN  23/Feb/2015 09:40:04

Film takes Best Picture, Director

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Birdman, Redmayne, Moore lead Oscars

BBC  23/Feb/2015 10:20:03

Dark comedy Birdman wins the best picture award at the 2015 Oscars, as Briton Eddie Redmayne is named best actor and Julianne Moore best actress.

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How Jihadists Slip Through Europe’s Dragnet

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 10:20:09

Despite heightened security, recruits are finding alternate routes to join Islamic State fighters in Syria, sidestepping heightened airport security and evading intelligence agencies.

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Jihadists Slip Through Europe’s Dragnet

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 10:35:07

Despite heightened security, recruits are finding alternate routes to join Islamic State fighters in Syria, sidestepping heightened airport security and evading intelligence agencies.

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Race to find teen girls

CNN  23/Feb/2015 11:35:03

Police fear UK girls are on way to join ISIS

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'Birdman' takes top film, directing honors

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 11:50:08

The dark comedy wins four Oscars, including directing honors for Alejandro G. Inarritu. Julianne Moore, star of 'Still Alice,' wins leading actress. Eddie Redmayne wins leading actor. Best and worst dressed on the red carpet

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At the Oscars, it's the night of the 'Birdman'

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 11:55:07

Alejandro G. Inarritu's «Birdman," takes best picture, director, cinematography and original screenplay prizes. Best and worst dressed on the red carpet

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At the Oscars, it's the night of the 'Birdman'

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 12:05:09

Alejandro G. Inarritu's «Birdman," takes best picture, director, cinematography and original screenplay prizes.  

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At the Oscars, it's the night of the 'Birdman'

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 12:20:10

Alejandro G. Inarritu's «Birdman," takes best picture, director, cinematography and original screenplay prizes. Complete list of nominees and winners

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In Wisconsin, Walker’s anti-union law has crippled the labor movement

Washingtonpost  23/Feb/2015 12:25:06

Unions are trying to stem major membership losses as the governor boasts of billions of dollars saved.

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Wis. unions crippled by clash with Walker

Washingtonpost  23/Feb/2015 12:30:07

The anti-union law passed here four years ago, which made Gov. Scott Walker a national Republican star and a possible presidential candidate, has turned out to be even more transformative than many had predicted.

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White House enters critical week on immigration and homeland security

The Guardian  23/Feb/2015 12:30:08

Administration seeks emergency legal stay to reverse Texas court ruling as lawmakers have until Friday to agree on funding for homeland security

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Academy tries to highlight diversity onstage

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 13:35:10

¿Tonight we honor Hollywood¿s best and whitest, I mean brightest,¿ quipped host Neil Patrick Harris in his opening remarks onstage at the 87th Academy Awards Sunday night. At the Oscars, it's the night of the 'Birdman'

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Birdman, Redmayne, Moore lead Oscars

BBC  23/Feb/2015 13:40:03

Dark comedy Birdman wins the best picture Oscar, as Briton Eddie Redmayne is named best actor and Julianne Moore best actress.

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Academy tries to highlight diversity onstage

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 13:40:09

'Tonight we honor Hollywood's best and whitest, I mean brightest,' quipped host Neil Patrick Harris in his opening remarks onstage at the 87th Academy Awards Sunday night. Backstage antics run the gamut at Academy Awards

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At the Oscars, it's the night of the 'Birdman'

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 14:10:09

Alejandro G. Inarritu's «Birdman," takes best picture, director, cinematography and original screenplay prizes. Backstage antics run the gamut at Academy Awards

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It Can be Hard to Stand Out in London’s ‘Eccentric Club’

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 14:25:09

In England, an organization embraces eccentricity, but its members debate exactly what that means.

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Standing Out in London’s ‘Eccentric Club’

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 14:30:10

In England, an organization embraces eccentricity, but its members debate exactly what that means.

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Kayla’s Last Letter Home: ’My Heart Longs to Be With You’

NBC News  23/Feb/2015 14:40:07

ISIS Terror

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France stops Syria-bound ’jihadists’

BBC  23/Feb/2015 15:00:06

Six French men allegedly planning to travel to Syria to join jihadists have had their passports confiscated by authorities.

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At the Oscars, it's the night of the 'Birdman'

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 15:05:09

Alejandro G. Inarritu's «Birdman," takes best picture, director, cinematography and original screenplay prizes. Academy tries to highlight diversity onstage

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At the Oscars, it's the night of the 'Birdman'

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 15:20:09

Alejandro G. Inarritu's «Birdman," takes best picture, director, cinematography and original screenplay prizes. 'Glory,' Gaga and everything musical in between

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Success of 'Birdman' signals Inarritu's arrival as film royalty

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 15:46:02

The filmmaker reached the promised land when his move took best picture, director, cinematography and original screenplay prizes. 'Glory,' Gaga and everything musical in between

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Read the Last Letter Kayla Mueller Sent From Captivity

NBC News  23/Feb/2015 15:50:08

ISIS Terror

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Success of 'Birdman' signals Inarritu's arrival as film royalty

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 15:50:13

The filmmaker reached the promised land when his move took best picture, director, cinematography and original screenplay prizes. 'Glory,' Gaga hit all the right notes at this Academy Awards

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Jihadists Slip Through Europe’s Dragnet

Wall Street Journal  23/Feb/2015 15:55:08

Despite heightened security, recruits are finding alternate routes to join Islamic State fighters in Syria, sidestepping heightened airport security and evading intelligence agencies.

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France stops Syria-bound ’jihadists’

BBC  23/Feb/2015 16:05:03

France for the first time confiscates the passports of six of its citizens allegedly planning to travel to Syria to join jihadists.

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Globalresearch  23/Feb/2015 16:21:04

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White House enters critical week on immigration and homeland security

The Guardian  23/Feb/2015 16:21:06

Administration seeks emergency legal stay to reverse Texas court ruling as lawmakers have until Friday to agree on funding for DHS

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  23/Feb/2015 16:30:10

Why has the US Air Force not been able to wipe out the Islamic State which at the outset was largely equipped with conventional small arms not to mention state of the art Toyota pickup trucks?

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Egypt: Arabs must unite

CNN  23/Feb/2015 16:40:02

El-Sisi: We need an Arab coalition against ISIS

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Plot twists and turns keep this year's show fresh

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 16:55:10

One of the things that makes the Oscars such an engaging show to watch is not just the unexpected nature of who gets what. It's the surprising things the winners say. 'Glory,' Gaga hit all the right notes at this Academy Awards

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HomelandSecurity FacesShutdown AmidPolicy ImpasseNYT Now

New York Times  23/Feb/2015 17:00:05

With Congress deadlocked, officials at the Department of Homeland Security face having to furlough about 30,000 employees, creating worries about daily operations.

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Wis. unions crippled by clash with Gov. Walker

Washingtonpost  23/Feb/2015 17:00:14

The anti-union law passed four years ago, which made Scott Walker a national Republican star and a possible presidential candidate, has turned out to be even more transformative than many had predicted.

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Plot twists and turns keep this year's show fresh

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 17:00:16

One of the things that makes the Oscars such an engaging show to watch is not just the unexpected nature of who gets what. It's the surprising things the winners say. John Travolta, a.k.a. Glom Gazingo, gets some face time

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Plot twists and turns keep this year's show fresh

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 17:15:10

One of the things that makes the Oscars such an engaging show to watch is not just the unexpected nature of who gets what. It's the surprising things the winners say. John Travolta, a.k.a. Glom Gazingo, gets some face time

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Plot twists and turns keep this year's show fresh

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 17:30:10

One of the things that makes the Oscars such an engaging show to watch is not just the unexpected nature of who gets what. It's the surprising things the winners say. Early ratings show Oscars telecast down from last year

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Plot twists and turns keep this year's show fresh

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 17:45:08

One of the things that makes the Oscars such an engaging show to watch is not just the unexpected nature of who gets what. It's the surprising things the winners say. Is Oscar slipping? Early ratings have telecast down from last year

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Twist in racism storm

CNN  23/Feb/2015 18:00:02

Human rights official insists he is not racist

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Globalresearch  23/Feb/2015 18:00:07

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  23/Feb/2015 18:05:08

Why has the US Air Force not been able to wipe out the Islamic State which at the outset was largely equipped with conventional small arms not to mention state of the art Toyota pickup trucks?

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2,000-Mile Storm: Winter’s Wrath Stretches Across U.S.

NBC News  23/Feb/2015 18:20:08

Weather

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Leaked cables show Netanyahu’s Iran bomb claim contradicted by Mossad

The Guardian  23/Feb/2015 19:10:08

Gulf between Israeli secret service and PM revealed in documents shared with the Guardian along with other secrets including CIA bids to contact Hamas

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Spy cables Netanyahu’s Iran bomb claim contradicted by Mossad

The Guardian  23/Feb/2015 19:25:16

Gulf between Israeli secret service and PM revealed in documents shared with the Guardian along with other secrets including CIA bids to contact Hamas

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CIA plans to elevate espionage efforts on Web

Washingtonpost  23/Feb/2015 19:45:07

Director John Brennan’s new focus reflects a determination that the CIA’s approach to conventional espionage is increasingly outmoded amid the exploding use of technology.

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Plot twists and turns keep this year's show fresh

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 19:55:08

One of the things that makes the Oscars such an engaging show to watch is not just the unexpected nature of who gets what. It's the surprising things the winners say. Neil Patrick Harris' magic trick conjures up a shrug

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'Birdman' wins: Why Oscar loves backstage dramas

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 21:25:13

Oscar loves movies about show business and the Academy Awards ceremony was no exception as 'Birdman' took home four prizes, including the award for best picture. Plot twists and turns keep this year's show fresh

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Republicans divided as DHS shutdown looms

Washingtonpost  23/Feb/2015 21:35:07

As the White House prepares to shut down Homeland Security, Republican elder statesmen are pushing for a new strategy that does not link immigration action to the agency’s funding.

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'Birdman' wins: Why Oscar loves backstage dramas

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 21:40:08

Oscar loves movies about show business and the Academy Awards ceremony was no exception as 'Birdman' took home four prizes, including the award for best picture. Patricia Arquette stirs controversy with equal-pay remarks

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Putin: War with Ukraine ’unlikely’

BBC  23/Feb/2015 21:55:02

Russia’s Vladimir Putin says war with Ukraine is ’unlikely’, despite Ukrainian claims that Russia has been backing rebels in the east.

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Oscar night 2015 | The 87th Academy Awards

Los Angeles Times  23/Feb/2015 22:05:09

Join us for a glimpse of the color, sights, fashions, energy and excitement of the Oscars, Hollywood's biggest night and the culmination of an auspicious awards season, brought to you by the photojournalists of the Los Angeles Times. Enjoy! Times Voices

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Putin: War with Ukraine ’unlikely’

BBC  23/Feb/2015 23:40:04

Russia’s Vladimir Putin says war with Ukraine is ’unlikely’, and that the recent Minsk ceasefire deal is the best way to stabilise the country’s east.

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PalestinianAuthority HeldLiable by Juryin Terror CaseNYT Now

New York Times  23/Feb/2015 23:40:06

The verdict ended a long legal fight to hold the Palestinian Authority and the Palestine Liberation Organization responsible for six terrorist acts in which Americans were killed or injured.

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