Nominees

Mogadishu (AX) – On Thursday, the Somali Council of Ministers reached a significant milestone, formally endorsing a list of nine candidates for appointment to the National Independent Human Rights Commission (NIHRC). Convened under the leadership of Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, this weekly session marked a pivotal moment in Somalia’s ongoing efforts to build a robust human rights institution. The nominations, which originated from the Minister of Family and Human Rights Development, were the result of what the…

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has made a significant announcement: all Oscar voters are now required to watch every film nominated in each category before casting their final votes. This new rule aims to address a long-standing concern that some voters may overlook certain films in the selection process. According to the Academy, this requirement will take effect for the upcoming Oscars ceremony scheduled for March 2026. Previously, the Academy operated on an honor system, trusting voters to view all…

And the Oscar for the fastest twelve months in recent memory undoubtedly goes to... well, this time it's not the dramatic, sweeping epics that have captured our imaginations but rather a more subdued yet pivotal year in cinema. It appears 2025 has taken a different path compared to its predecessors, especially for Irish talent at the Academy Awards. The spotlight, however, is still shining brightly on the biopic The Apprentice, co-produced by the Dublin-based Tailored Films. With nominations for Best Actor (Sebastian Stan)…