Comedian Conan O’Brien has been named as the host for the 97th Oscars. This will mark his first time helming the iconic awards show. “We are thrilled and honored to have the incomparable Conan O’Brien host the Oscars this year. He is the perfect person to help lead our global celebration of film with his brilliant humor, his love of movies, and his live TV expertise,” Academy CEO Bill Kramer and President Janet Yang shared in a statement, per Variety. “His remarkable ability to connect with audiences will bring viewers together to do what the Oscars do best — honor the spectacular films and filmmakers of this year.” Conan O’Brien’s debut will come after Jimmy Kimmel’s two-year reign as the Oscar’s host. Overall, Jimmy has hosted four times. Along with his recent sting, he also hosted in 2017 and 2018. Conan O’Brien Responds To Oscars Announcement After the Academy announced its pick, Conan replied in his true funny-man fashion. “America demanded it, and now it’s happening: Taco Bell’s new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I’m hosting the Oscars,” he shared on X. America demanded it and now it’s happening: Taco Bell’s new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I’m hosting the Oscars. https://t.co/OFIlxI3wh4— Conan O'Brien (@ConanOBrien) November 15, 2024 Several iconic comedians have also led the Oscars in the past, including Bob Hope, Jon Stewart, David Letterman, and Chevy Chase. According to the president of Disney Television Group, Craig Erwich, passing the torch to Conan was an easy choice. “Conan is a preeminent comedic voice, whose decades-long success is marked by his distinctive humor and perspective. He joins an iconic roster of comedy greats who have served in this role. And we are so lucky to have him center stage for the Oscars,” he said in a statement. The 97th Oscars ceremony will air on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET. This story’s featured image is by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images. The post The Academy Names New Host For 97th Oscars appeared first on InspireMore.

There’s so much to explore in our solar system, but the folks at NASA are doing their best to see it all. There are a number of things we can learn about our world through their missions, of course, but there’s something else we love about them… they’re just so cool! While NASA is interested in many elements of space, Mars is certainly near the top of the list. Over the years, NASA has found ways to venture onto the planet itself, though no human has ever been there. Instead, robots are sent to explore Mars’ surface. While it sure would be a blast to see a human out there, the footage that comes from these robotic missions is still breathtaking. Luckily for us, NASA has given us a peak onto the fascinating planet of Mars in the video below. In this video, we get a first-hand experience of what it takes to safely land a rover on the planet. So many folks work together to ensure it remains safe during its entry, descent, and landing suite. This part of the mission seems a bit nerve-wracking, but the process is certainly awesome to witness! But NASA has more than visuals to share from Mars. We’ve learned quite a lot about how sound works here. In fact, we even have footage from NASA that includes sound! Check out the video below to experience sound on Mars. NASA Videos From Mars Spark Curiosity and Joy in Folks of All Ages According to NASA, sound is different on Mars — though, not as much as you might think. Mars’ atmosphere is about 100 times less dense than Earth’s. Plus, its made up of about 96 percent of carbon dioxide. As a result, you would sound far more muffled when talking on Mars. It would also take a bit longer for your voice to be heard by someone else. Then there are high-pitched noises — some might not be audible at all! View this post on Instagram A post shared by NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover (@perseverance.mars) In addition to that incredible video, NASA created two different audio files to show the difference between how someone sounds on Earth vs how they might sound on Mars. You can check that out here! We still have a lot to learn about Mars, and our galaxy in general. But footage and audio like this prove how much exciting progress we’ve already made! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post A True Alien World: Wild Footage Of Sights & Sounds On Mars From NASA appeared first on InspireMore.

A post shared on Facebook claims Tesla CEO and owner of X, Elon Musk, has agreed to buy CNN for $3 billion. Verdict: False The claim is false and originally stems from an Oct. 18 article published on the satire site “SpaceX Mania.” In addition, a spokesperson for CNN denied the claim’s validity in an […]

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A post made on Threads claims television personality Guy Fieri plans to open ‘woke-free’ coffee shops in red states.   View on Threads   Verdict: False The claim originated as satire. There is no evidence to show Fieri plans to open coffee shops in red states. Fact Check: Social media users are claiming Fieri plans to open […]

A post shared on social media purports that X CEO Elon Musk mocked The Guardian and Don Lemon for announcing they are leaving the platform. Ok this is the funniest post of the years. X is not an airport. No need to announce you departure. TRUTH. pic.twitter.com/TAKlE72UiG — Futurist™ (@americasgreat) November 13, 2024 Verdict: False The claim […]

In the Washington county of San Juan, the transition to a 32-hour, or 4-day workweek, has generated a year’s worth of data that has county workers excited. The cash-strapped San Juan had projected that the union-negotiated salary rises would climb above the payroll budget for the year, and the reduction in working hours has helped […] The post How a Cash-Strapped County Found Success with a 32-Hour Workweek: It’s ‘Life Changing’ appeared first on Good News Network.

The post But What About Second Breakfast? When My Cats Think They’re Hobbits by Dr. Karyn Kanowski BVSc MRCVS (Veterinarian) appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren't considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com. Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and meet my five hilarious cats: Clutch, Cyril, Alex, Zelda, and Zazzles. One problem I’ve never had to deal with in my house is picky eaters. The most likely reason for this is competition. There was only one time that I had a single pet in the house, and that was Clutch, a cat that had come to me fresh from the mean streets of Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, UK, and a street cat is never going to pass up a meal! Although it’s not always the case, most cats and dogs that are fussy eaters, or leave their food to come back to later, are only children. As soon as there is another mouth that might steal your food, you learn to eat what you are given when you are given it! The other reason many pets become picky is that they are in the process of training their humans. Although it’s perfectly fine, and not at all dangerous, for a cat or dog to miss the occasional meal (as long as they’re not unwell or doing it on a regular basis), many owners will get quite worried if their pet refuses to eat their food. So what do they do? They race to the kitchen to find something more tempting, like some fresh chicken or fish, or some leftover rice pudding…you get where I’m going with this. Animals aren’t silly, and once they realize that turning their nose up at their regular food will get them something even better, it’s only a matter of time before their cat or dog food is being replaced with a rotating smorgasbord of Michelin star-worthy meals. Fortunately, I have never fallen victim to this particular form of manipulation, and my cats remain unaware that things like cooked chicken pieces are anything but an ‘after-dinner digestif’. However, they have managed to work out one way to manipulate their way into the occasional second breakfast or dinner. My five Hobbits…I mean cats Cats and Hobbits Unless you’ve been living in a (Hobbit) hole, you’ll have heard of Lord of the Rings, and even those of you who haven’t watched the films (multiple times, in the extended versions, and with cast commentary) as I have, might have heard the quote from the mischievous Pippin: We’ve had one breakfast, yes, but what about second breakfast? Not to mention ‘elevenses, luncheon, and afternoon tea.’ We’ve established that my cats don’t shy away from a feed, and in fact, they can be downright greedy. But, they are also quite cunning. Twice a day, all five cats gather together to meow and nag to make sure that Husband and I don’t forget to feed them. We never have, but obviously, they don’t want to leave anything to chance. If one of us has beaten the other home, or left for work early, we can usually tell if the cats have been fed by the enthusiasm of the group’s demands. On most days, one or two will come begging for some more later, but we are not going to be fooled by the food-loving Cyril into feeding them again. Every now and then, maybe once or twice a month, I swear that the cats come together and agree to go for a second meal. They will come to either Husband or me, whichever one hasn’t already fed them, demanding, with all five voices, to be fed. It’s not until the food is down that a voice comes from downstairs, saying “I’ve already fed them!” Sharing is caring The Conspiracy Theory You might be thinking that I’m reading too much into the behavior of a group of greedy cats, but here’s why I believe that this is a coordinated attack: In order for their plea for ‘second breakfast’ (or elevenses, supper, etc) to work, all five cats need to be in on it – if only a few (usually Cyril or Zelda) come begging, we can assume that they have all been fed, and that they are just hoping for second helpings. they need to target the person who didn’t already feed them – for obvious reasons. they can’t do it too often – if they were all begging for more food every day, we would never be fooled. It is because they only do this very occasionally that they manage to pull it off. Everyone needs to be in on the plan It might seem far-fetched to think that my cats are capable of such high-level espionage, but unless you can prove otherwise, I will continue to believe it! Do your cats manipulate you? Tell me about it in the comments below. This article is a part of Dr. Karyn's series with her five hilarious cats. Read her previous article: Dr. Karyn’s Feline Tried and Tested Home Improvements The post But What About Second Breakfast? When My Cats Think They’re Hobbits by Dr. Karyn Kanowski BVSc MRCVS (Veterinarian) appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren't considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com.

News Dune: Prophecy Get Ready to Learn More about the Harkonnens in Dune: Prophecy The series centers on two sisters who are ancestors to the family who brings down Leto Atreides By Vanessa Armstrong | Published on November 15, 2024 Credit: Attila Szvacsek/HBO Comment 0 Share New Share Credit: Attila Szvacsek/HBO Dune: Prophecy is premiering in days. The prequel series takes place 10,000 years before the events in Frank Herbert’s first Dune novel, and centers on the growing influence of the Bene Gesserit, specifically through the actions of the Reverend Mother, Valya, played by Emily Watson. Valya, along with her sister Tula (played by Olivia Williams), happen to be Harkonnens, the family that aim to destroy House Atreides in Dune. The Harkonnens are ruthless in Herbert’s novel, and the Harkonnens from 10,000 years ago appear to be the same. “Everything she does is fueled by rage and a sense of vengeance,” Watson said about Valya at a press conference Reactor attended. “And then she was spotted by a charismatic cult leader who said, ‘I see you. You’re very powerful. You’re very special… come and help me shape the future of mankind.’ And that’s an incredibly dangerous, enabling thing to do to someone who is essentially, probably bears some kind of DNA relation to a shark.” Watson later added that nothing fazes Valya: “Terrible things are happening. People are dying all around her. And she’ll be just figuring out, ‘What can I get from this situation? How can I advance the cause? How does that serve me?’” Williams added that Tula, who is Valya’s younger sister, keeps her rage inside. “But watch out for the quiet ones,” she warned at the same press conference, adding that Tula’s “science nerd” background allows her to eliminate her enemies efficiently and effectively. “She’s troubled by her conscience,” said Williams. “But does it make you a better person if you cry while you’re killing people?” You can see the Harkonnens in action when Dune: Prophecy premieres on HBO and Max on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. New episodes drop subsequent Sundays.[end-mark] The post Get Ready to Learn More about the Harkonnens in <i>Dune: Prophecy</i> appeared first on Reactor.