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Washington, D.C. Staff Writer   Education: American University, MA in Journalism and Public Affairs; University of Notre Dame, BA in American Studies   Marisa Iati is a reporter on the general assignment desk at The Washington Post. She previously worked at the Star-Ledger and NJ.com in New Jersey,...

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Russia is regrouping for more brutal attacks on Ukraine

Russia appears to be retreating after suffering huge losses but really President Vladimir Putin is just changing tactic.

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2022 Grammys Predictions: Who Will Win and Who Should Win

It’s that time of the year again.

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How Microsoft Became Washington’s Favorite Tech Giant

President Brad Smith has taken an amicable role with regulators. Rivals say he also directs negative attention toward them. Microsoft’s Activision deal, under FTC review, will test the strategy.

4 years ago

Jen Psaki to leave White House – media

The White House press secretary is said to be at the final stage of talks with the MSNBC network

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Will Smith: Can his career recover after Oscars slap?

Will Smith went from beloved film favourite to Hollywood villain when he slapped Chris Rock on stage at the Oscars last weekend. Has he done permanent damage to his image and career, and what might happen next?

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Bruce Willis gives up acting due to brain disorder aphasia

Bruce Willis will step away from his acting career after being diagnosed with aphasia, a condition that impedes a person's ability to speak and write.

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Academy releases findings of formal review in to Will Smith’s Oscars slap

As the Film Academy begins disciplinary proceedings against Will Smith, bombshell new information from Oscars night has been released.

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Russian bombers armed with nuclear warheads violated EU air space, Sweden says

Russian bombers armed with nuclear warheads have been accused of violating European Union air space, and doing so on purpose.

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Police at Canada mass shooting nearly fired on wrong man in chaotic response

RCMP officers chased man whose brother had just been killed into woodland during shooter’s rampage at Portapique, Nova Scotia

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Russia vows to ‘radically reduce’ military activity in northern Ukraine

Experts and western diplomats voice caution over pledge on first day of face-to-face talks in Istanbul

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Jada Pinkett Smith breaks silence, promotes 'healing' after Will Smith, Chris Rock slap

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and Screen Actors Guild have both said they are reviewing the incident. 

4 years ago

Don’t mention that slap! Why no one was talking about Will Smith and Chris Rock at the Oscars afterparty

Everyone from Larry David to Lady Gaga dodged questions or hid behind their PRs. If only their goodie bags had included a few opinions …

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Former Honduras President to Be Extradited to the U.S. on Drug-Trafficking Charges

Juan Orlando Hernández faces indictment in U.S. court on drug and weapons charges

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Roman Abramovich and Ukrainian Peace Negotiators Suffer Suspected Poisoning

Russian oligarch developed symptoms that people familiar with the matter blamed on hard-liners in Moscow who they say want to sabotage peace talks

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Oscars Will Smith’s Oscars apology smacks of insincerity

Will Smith has finally apologised for his violent behaviour. But do you believe a word he said?

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For Japan’s Leader, Russian Gas Is Also a Hometown Affair

Will Smith issued a public apology to Chris Rock, whom he slapped onstage at the Oscars after the comedian joked about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith's bald head.

4 years ago

‘Will Smith, we don’t need men to protect us’

Actor Will Smith slapping comedian Chris Rock under the guise of “protecting” his wife is completely toxic.

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North Korea makes ‘striking capabilities’ pledge

Statement comes several days after Pyongyang claimed it test-fired a new intercontinental ballistic missile

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The bizarre moments following Will Smith slapping Chris Rock in the face at the Oscars

Will Smith stunned the world by storming the stage at the Oscars and slapping Chris Rock after a joke about his wife - but the cameras missed what happened next.

4 years ago

Will Smith parties up with Oscar in hand after Academy Awards forehand

A few short hours after slapping Chris Rock and then tearing up in front of the world, Oscar winner Will Smith was spotted on the dance floor at an exclusive after party

4 years ago

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