Michael B Jordan pays tribute to other black winners in emotional Oscars speechBy Laura Harding, Deputy Entertainment EditorMichael B Jordan paid tribute to past black Oscar winners as he was named best actor at the Academy Awards. He continued: “Thank you, everybody in this room and everybody at home, for supporting me over my career. Michael B Jordan with his Oscar (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) Photo by Jordan Strauss“Thank you for everybody in this room that has something to do with my success. I love you.”Jordan won one of four gongs for Sinners, including best original screenplay for Ryan Coogler, best score, and best cinematography. The cinematography prize was won by Autumn Durald Arkapaw, the first woman to be recognised in the category in its history.

Meta could slash more than 20 percent of its workforce as the company that owns Facebook pours billions into artificial intelligence. The potential cuts could affect over 15,000 of the tech giant's employees, according to sources cited by Reuters. Senior executives have reportedly told leaders across the company to begin planning ways to reduce headcount as Meta pushes deeper into AI and automation. The looming cuts come as Zuckerberg doubles down on AI - pouring vast sums into new data centers, research teams and powerful AI models. Software company Atlassian also announced plans to cut about 10 percent of its workforce to focus on AI.

The findings come as the BDA urges political parties to commit to “future proofing” NHS dentistry in Scotland. The professional body has published a manifesto calling on the next Scottish Government to take further action to improve access to care and tackle widening oral health inequalities. Albert Yeung, chair of the BDA’s Scottish Council, said the sustainability of NHS dentistry now depends on decisive government action. “This significant and continued investment in NHS dentistry is delivering for the people of Scotland and supporting high volumes of patient access to NHS care. “We have delivered almost 1.1 million courses of NHS dental treatment in the latest quarter – with 96% of the Scottish population registered with an NHS dentist.”

My husband is in his 50s, but is as addicted to his phone as our teenagers. Phubbing is annoying enough when you are having dinner, but it is particularly irritating when you are in bed together. In men, problematic smartphone use correlated with lower erectile function, lower desire, intercourse dissatisfaction, overall sexual dissatisfaction and more difficulties having orgasms. In women, problematic use of smartphones correlated with difficulties with lubrication, difficulties having orgasms, sexual dissatisfaction, coital pain and greater sexual distress. He will sleep better — blue light from smartphones interferes with circadian rhythm — and he will rediscover his interest in sex.

Rooney announced himself to the world with his first Premier League goal aged 16 - a stunning winner for Everton against Arsenal. Rooney's goal against Arsenal in 2002 - a sumptuous long-range strike into the top corner - made him the youngest Premier League goalscorer of all time. He is even being mentioned in the World Cup conversation. Theo Walcott was taken along to the 2006 World Cup aged 17, though he has since admitted it was not helpful for him. Arsenal have seven more Premier League games, including four in May, while they remain in the Carabao Cup, FA Cup and Champions League.

Jimmy Kimmel makes dig at Trump on Oscars stageBy Jenny Garnsworthy, Press AssociationJimmy Kimmel’s dig at Donald Trump and director Paul Thomas Anderson referencing “the mess that we left in this world” were among several politically charged comments from stars on the stage of the 98th Academy Awards. Javier Bardem wore a ‘No to war’ badge (John Locher/AP) Photo by John LocherTV host Jimmy Kimmel was also on presenting duty. Ahead of announcing the winners of documentary short and documentary feature, he appeared to make a dig at the US president, whose wife Melania’s own documentary recently released. “As you know, there are some countries whose leaders don’t support free speech.”Kimmel went on to announce the documentary feature winner as Mr Nobody Against Putin. Let us celebrate not because we think all is well, but because we work and hope for better.

In a briefing on Monday, Israeli military spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani told reporters that there are detailed operational plans for the war with Iran in place for the next three weeks, along with additional plans extending further ahead. The military, which has mobilized over 110,000 reservists, has said it still has thousands of targets to hit inside Iran. Energy markets faced further disruption with oil loading operations suspended following an Iranian drone strike at the UAE port of Fujairah. Germany's Defence Minister Boris Pistorious ruled out his country's participation in any military activity in the Iran war, including efforts to reopen the strait. The Israeli military said on Monday its troops had begun limited ground operations against positions in southern Lebanon held by Hezbollah.

The Nikkei Stock Average continued to fall, as investors raised concerns about longer-term economic damage from spiking oil prices. US stock futures edged higher after several tankers managed to traverse the Strait of Hormuz on the weekend, raising hopes that the key oil transport artery could reopen. High oil prices are keeping alive worries about inflation and economic growth. Gold has fallen below $5,000 as high oil prices threaten Fed rate cuts. “Concerns about an economic slowdown due to rising oil prices are being factored in,” Sawada said.

Pasta has been demonised by dieters – but one expert tells the Daily Mail it can be part of a healthy, balanced dietWhat is the nutritional value of pasta? Calories, carbs and key nutrients explainedBesides carbohydrates and fibre, pasta contains a range of vitamins and minerals, meaning it can play a useful role in a balanced diet. Fresh egg pasta contains slightly more fat due to the eggs, but the amount remains modest. A typical serving made from 75g of dried pasta contains roughly 270 calories, about ten per cent of an average adult's recommended daily intake. 'Gnocchi tends to be softer and slightly higher in starch but often lower in protein than traditional pasta,' Ludlam–Raine explains.

The most recent assessment was published in September 2024 under then taoiseach Simon Harris, and no updated report has yet been issued. “The national risk assessment provides an opportunity to identify and discuss significant strategic risks which may arise for Ireland,” Martin said in his reply. “My department is currently reflecting on the national risk assessment process with a view to producing the next iteration later this year,” he said. “At the same time, the Government has decided that they didn’t need to do a new national risk assessment for 2025 or 2026,” he said. Martin said the national risk assessment is only one element of Ireland’s broader system for managing risks and preparing for potential crises.

The US said late on Friday that it had struck military sites on Kharg Island, which handles the bulk of Iran's oil shipments, although the Fars News Agency reported that exports from the island were continuing. Oil loading at Fujairah was suspended and damage was being assessed, according to people familiar with the latest incident. That followed a drone strike at the site on Saturday, which interrupted shipments from the country's only viable oil export route. After the attack on Kharg, it "looks like the market is pricing disruption rather than a full supply shock," he added. The drawn-out conflict is taking a toll on energy consumers, prompting China's biggest oil refiner to trim run rates although officials said Beijing's robust energy supply can cushion external shocks despite oil price volatility.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell with Darragh Murray after their victory over Scotland at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. Photo: Brendan Moran/SportsfileAndy Farrell has given his strongest indication yet that he would like to stay on as Ireland head coach beyond next year’s World Cup. Having led Ireland to the Triple Crown and a second-place Six Nations finish on a dramatic final day, Farrell is now set to have discussions with the IRFU about his future.

Surging oil and gas prices triggered by the war in the Middle East have renewed calls from policymakers and energy experts to accelerate the transition to renewable energy in Ireland. The war has created what the International Energy Agency (IEA) described as the “largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market”, sending crude prices above $100 per barrel (up from around $70 before the war) and sharply raising fuel prices in Ireland. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway between Iran and Oman and the United Arab Emirates, which carries around a fifth of the world’s daily oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply, has slowed dramatically since the US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28, with the conflict spreading across the region and disrupting production in several Gulf states. Last Thursday, Climate Minister Darragh O’Brien said expanding domestic renewable energy capacity would be critical to protecting Irish consumers from volatile global fuel markets.

Having read Lorraine Courtney’s article on eulogies and why they should be banned (‘It’s time to ban eulogies outright – funerals are not an open-mic night’, Irish Independent, March 13), I feel compelled to respond. I have no doubt Ms Connolly was speaking for the vast majority of people in what she said in her International Women’s Day statement. However, I have to agree with Ms Carey when she says it was not Ms Connolly’s role to say it. I totally agree with Ms Connolly highlighting the importance of international law, but I would like to ask her: Is the Irish Constitution not important? She goes on to say that Ms Connolly has made that job harder.

Nominees and stars dazzle on Oscars red carpetFor Hollywood’s biggest night, celebrities pay as much attention to their red-carpet attire as their speeches. It’s a night to leave a mark not just on Hollywood but on best-dressed lists and even make fashion history. Renate Reinsve in a classic red Louis Vuitton strapless dress with a high side slit (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)Demi Moore arrives at the Oscars on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)Zoe Saldana was among the early arrivals (Gregory Bull/AP)Rose Byrne brought old Hollywood glamour to the carpet in a chic custom black Dior gown embroidered with colourful beaded flowers. Rose Byrne in a strapless black fishtail gown by Dior (Gregory Bull/AP)Best supporting actress nominee Elle Fanning graces the red carpet (Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)Leonardo DiCaprio arrives at the Dolby Theatre (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)Audrey Nuna on the red carpet (Gregory Bull/AP)Timothee Chalamet poses for cameras (Gregory Bull/AP)Wagner Moura is nominated in the best actor category for The Secret Agent (Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)