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USAID official placed on leave after saying barriers to life-saving programs will cause ‘preventable death’
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USAID official placed on leave after saying barriers to life-saving programs will cause ‘preventable death’

An official at the federal foreign aid agency targeted by the Trump administration with layoffs, cuts and funding obstacles was placed on leave Sunday after saying those moves will lead to “preventable death” and threats to U.S. security. In a memo to staff, including those placed on leave or laid off, Nick Enrich said the...

‘Wicked’ opening duet; ‘James Bond’ tribute; Quincy Jones honored by Queen Latifah
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‘Wicked’ opening duet; ‘James Bond’ tribute; Quincy Jones honored by Queen Latifah

“Anora,” a madcap dramedy about a Brooklyn sex worker’s whirlwind romance with the son of a Russian oligarch, dominated the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, nabbing best picture and four other golden statuettes. Sean Baker, a maverick hailed for his empathetic portraits of working-class outsiders, took home honors for original screenplay, editing and direction. Mikey...

Watch highlights from the 2025 Oscars in 3 minutes
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Watch highlights from the 2025 Oscars in 3 minutes

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Watch highlights from the 2025 Oscars in 3 minutes 03:04 UP NEXT Zoë Saldaña becomes first American of Dominican origin to win an Oscar 01:22 How the 2025 Oscars have a chilling resemblance to the real world this...

Zelenskyy says U.S.-Ukraine relationship can be salvaged
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Zelenskyy says U.S.-Ukraine relationship can be salvaged

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday that he believes he will be able to salvage his relationship with the United States following his contentious meeting in the Oval Office on Friday with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Zelenskyy said he was still willing to sign a deal granting the United States access...

Oscar-winning ‘No Other Land’ directors plead for an end to Israeli-Palestinian conflict during speech
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Oscar-winning ‘No Other Land’ directors plead for an end to Israeli-Palestinian conflict during speech

“No Other Land,” a portrait of a West Bank village under Israeli military occupation, won the Oscar for best documentary feature at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday. In their acceptance speech, two of the film’s four directors pleaded for an end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. “About two months ago, I became a father, and...

See who won at the 97th Academy Awards
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See who won at the 97th Academy Awards

The 97th Annual Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O’Brien, returned to Hollywood on Sunday. NBC News will be updating the below list of winners as they are announced. (Winners are in italics.) Best picture: —“Anora” —“The Brutalist” —“A Complete Unknown” —“Conclave “ —“Dune: Part Two” —“Emilia Pérez” —“I’m Still Here” —“Nickel Boys” —“The Substance” —“Wicked” Directing:...

See all the best looks as celebrities arrive
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See all the best looks as celebrities arrive

It’s Oscar night, which means it’s also one of the most exciting nights for fashion — and cinema’s biggest stars did not disappoint as they walked the red carpet at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Among the most notable looks? Ariana Grande in a custom Schiaparelli gown that resembles a sparkly pink waterfall (or...

Chipotle CEO says company will absorb any cost increases from tariffs
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Chipotle CEO says company will absorb any cost increases from tariffs

President Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on America’s largest trading partners is sending ripples through the U.S. economy, as businesses and consumers alike prepare to pay Yet for Chipotle customers, it appears, for now, that it will be smoother sailing at the check-out register. In an exclusive interview with NBC Sunday Nightly News, Chipotle...