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Cargo and tanker ship crews trapped, stranded by Strait of Hormuz closure | 60 Minutes

The unprecedented closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing Iran war has led to a significant spike in the prices of oil and gas. This critical maritime passage, through which a substantial portion of the world’s energy supplies transit, has become a focal point of geopolitical tension.

In addition to the economic impact, the closure has also stranded thousands of crew members on ships. As the conflict continues to escalate, these seafarers remain isolated at sea, facing uncertainty and challenging conditions.

The situation highlights the far-reaching consequences of the war, affecting not only global energy markets but also the lives of those working on the front lines of maritime trade.
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/strait-of-hormuz-choke-point-60-minutes-video-2026-03-15/

Amy Madigan wins Oscar for ‘Weapons,’ 40 years after her first nomination

Amy Madigan was horror’s secret weapon this awards season, and now she has the gold to prove it. Madigan won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her turn as the ginger wig-donning witch Aunt Gladys in Zach Cregger’s supernatural film, *Weapons*.

She was the film’s sole nominee and beat out contenders Teyana Taylor (*One Battle After Another*), Wunmi Mosaku (*Sinners*), Elle Fanning (*Sentimental Value*), and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas (*Sentimental Value*) for the prestigious award.

“This is great!” Madigan exclaimed as she accepted the honor on Sunday evening. The actress added that the press has repeatedly asked her what’s different about this nomination compared to her earlier career decades ago. “What’s different is I have this little gold guy,” she quipped with a smile.

Madigan’s portrayal of Aunt Gladys was so iconic that ceremony host Conan O’Brien parodied her character in his opening monologue. O’Brien humorously ran with a trail of children behind him through various Oscar-nominated movies, including *Sinners* and *KPop Demon Hunters* (in animated form), highlighting the character’s cultural impact.

With her nomination for *Weapons*, Madigan set a new record for the longest gap between Oscar nominations for an actress. She earned her last nod 40 years ago for her performance as Sunny in 1985’s *Twice in a Lifetime*, directed by Bud Yorkin and starring Gene Hackman.

This awards season, Madigan also received nominations from the Golden Globe Awards, Critics Choice Awards, and Actor Awards—the latter two of which she turned into wins. Reflecting on her decades-long career, Madigan dedicated her Actor Award win to her fellow SAG-AFTRA members earlier this month, saying, “It’s such an honor to be here. I’ve been doing this a long-ass time.”

“Gladys has surprised me. She’s getting a lot of love back,” Madigan said. “I didn’t know y’all want to hang out with her.”

The veteran performer expressed similar surprise at her *Weapons* character’s rapid rise to icon status during a recent episode of The Times’ Envelope podcast. “I thought people would really have a good time with Aunt Gladys,” she said. “But the night that we opened it was, ‘Boom.’ So this was all a surprise to me.”

Madigan added that she and director Zach Cregger are in conversation about a potential *Gladys* prequel movie, which would likely explore the character’s origins and journey to witchcraft.

“What that will be, I don’t know. I like mystery in things, and Gladys is a mystery, but I trust Zach implicitly,” Madigan said. “So I’m very curious if we get to make it and what will happen.”
https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2026-03-15/amy-madigan-wins-oscars-2026-supporting-actress-weapons

‘War of the Worlds’ remake sinks to the bottom at this year’s Razzie Awards

**Surveillance Industry Take on War of the Worlds Starring Ice Cube Sweeps 46th Annual Golden Raspberry Awards**

The latest remake of H.G. Wells’ 1898 classic sci-fi novel *War of the Worlds*, starring Ice Cube, dominated the 46th Annual Golden Raspberry Awards, popularly known as the Razzies. The Razzies, a parody of the Academy Awards, annually highlight Hollywood’s most embarrassing cinematic efforts just before the mainstream Oscars ceremony.

This direct-to-video reboot of *War of the Worlds* was awarded a total of five Razzies, including Worst Remake, Worst Actor, Worst Screenplay, Worst Director, and Worst Picture. Critics universally panned the film, and it earned abysmally low ratings on Rotten Tomatoes.

In a press release, members of the Golden Raspberry Foundation—a voting group comprising over 1,200 movie fans, journalists, and film industry professionals worldwide—described the remake as a “cult hate-watch classic” and “a near sweeper of our $4.97 trophy.”

Ice Cube took home the Worst Actor award for his portrayal of a Department of Homeland Security surveillance expert in the film. Meanwhile, Australian star Rebel Wilson was named Worst Actress for her “not-quite-believable performance as an action hero in *Bride Hard*,” a film featuring weaponized curling irons.

Neither Ice Cube nor Rebel Wilson have responded to NPR’s requests for comment regarding these dubious honors.

The Worst Supporting Actress Razzie went to Scarlet Rose Stallone for her role in *Gunslingers*. Meanwhile, the award for Worst Supporting Actor was humorously bestowed upon all seven CGI-enhanced dwarves in Disney’s live-action *Snow White* remake. The Razzie press release noted, “It cost a fortune and lost a fortune,” referencing the film’s massive $300 million budget and reported $170 million loss, as detailed by Forbes. The statement even speculated that the film was “perhaps cursed by Walt himself for having ignored his dying wish for it never to be remade.”

In a more positive note, the Redeemer Award—given to a previous Razzie nominee or winner who has made a critical or commercial comeback—was presented to Kate Hudson for her Oscar-nominated performance in *Song Sung Blue*. Hudson has appeared multiple times on Razzie hit lists, including for *My Best Friend’s Girl* (2008), *Mother’s Day* (2016), and *Music* (2021).

Founded in 1981 by Hollywood publicist John J. B. Wilson, the Razzies were created to “celebrate” the least compelling films of the prior year. The very first Worst Picture winner was *Can’t Stop the Music* from 1980.

### Full List of 46th Razzie Award Winners

– **Worst Picture:** *War of the Worlds* (2025)
– **Worst Actor:** Ice Cube, *War of the Worlds* (2025)
– **Worst Actress:** Rebel Wilson, *Bride Hard*
– **Worst Supporting Actress:** Scarlet Rose Stallone, *Gunslingers*
– **Worst Supporting Actor:** All Seven Artificial Dwarfs, *Snow White*
– **Worst Screen Combo:** All Seven Artificial Dwarfs, *Snow White*
– **Worst Prequel, Remake, Rip-Off or Sequel:** *War of the Worlds* (2025)
– **Worst Director:** Rich Lee, *War of the Worlds* (2025)
– **Worst Screenplay:** *War of the Worlds* (2025) – Kenny Golde, Marc Hyman

Stay tuned for more updates and insights from Hollywood’s most notorious award ceremony!
https://www.npr.org/2026/03/14/nx-s1-5747985/razzie-awards-war-of-the-worlds-ice-cube-oscars-academy-awards

Review and setlist: Dropkick Murphys fires up crowd, flames ICE at St. Patty’s Day kickoff show

“This weekend makes us a better band because we have to play so many songs. Thanks for giving a s-t.”
— Ken Casey, Dropkick Murphys
MGM Music Hall at Fenway, March 13, 2026

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Dropkick Murphys once again came in swinging Friday night, kicking off a rollicking weekend of pedal-to-the-metal shows celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Reveling in the glory of their 30th anniversary and yet another weekend of St. Patty’s Day shenanigans, the band wasted no time in getting things going.

With three openers under their belts already, the crowd was raring to go as frontman Ken Casey launched into the opening lines of “Barroom Hero.” The crowd’s intensity might have come as a bit of a shock to a less-experienced group, but Dropkick Murphys are about as seasoned as Boston-based performers get. Pouncing on the explosive energy, they barreled right into fan favorites such as “The State of Massachusetts” and “The Boys Are Back.”

MGM Music Hall at Fenway has been the home turf for the band’s St. Patrick’s Day concerts for a few years now, and Friday’s show proved that it’s a stage they’re fully comfortable on. Casey once again proved his mastery at keeping a rowdy crowd together, leaping out onto the stage extensions and leaning in to sing along with fans.

Looking back on three decades as a band, Dropkick Murphys gave time in the spotlight to songs old and new. This included a run of three back-to-back tracks — “Caught in a Jar,” “Boys on the Docks,” and “Never Alone” — from their 1998 album *Do or Die*.

“This weekend makes us a better band because we have to play so many songs,” Casey said. “Thanks for giving a s-t.”

It was also during this run that Casey foreshadowed the more overt politics that came into full force in the second half of the band’s set. Dropkick Murphys have always been vocal, especially about their support for immigrants, but the past year’s crackdown from the Trump administration has only amplified their response.

“I wanna send this one out to the children and grandchildren of immigrant parents,” Casey said before launching into “Boys on the Docks.” The band then paid tribute to fellow Boston-based punk band The Trouble with a cover of their song “This One’s For You.”

Perhaps playing a string of older songs left Dropkick Murphys reminiscing, but that sentimentality didn’t last long.

“There’s a dementia-ridden pedophile in office starting wars,” Casey bellowed. “F-k that!”

Casey’s cries prompted an eruption of cheers from the audience as his bandmates catapulted into “Who’ll Stand With Us?,” the lead track off the latest Dropkick Murphys album, *For the People*. The band first debuted the song during last year’s St. Patrick’s Day shows and gave it the acoustic treatment soon after at Boston’s “Hands Off!” rally in April 2025.

In keeping with past years, union member and Lizzie Borden and the Axes frontwoman Heather Fahey joined Casey on stage to perform “The Dirty Glass” as a duet. Fahey’s appearance revealed just how many crowd members had been at past St. Patrick’s Day shows, and fans who recognized her gave a hearty welcome.

“Forever” made space for a rare solemn moment in an otherwise bombastic set. However, Casey seemed to understand that these moments being so few is what makes them so precious.

“We weren’t planning on playing this one, but y’all look like a bunch of sensitive bastards. And someone requested it,” he joked.

As any seasoned Dropkick Murphys fan would know, moments like these are typically the calm before the storm. “Forever” was no exception, as it was immediately followed by “Citizen I. C. E.,” a fiery protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

“It’s time to wake up, Boston!” Casey called. “F-k ICE!”

The song is an updated version of their 2005 track “Citizen C. I. A.” and was released earlier this year to protest the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis by ICE agent Jonathan Ross. The band bolted through the blistering cut as the song’s lyrics and footage of ICE arrests played behind them on stage. At barely over a minute in length, the breakneck speed and raucous chanting made it the hardest-rocking song of the night.

Being joined on stage by Austin Sparkman, frontman of the Boston-based hardcore punk band Haywire, certainly helped.

“Citizen I. C. E.” is the lead single from *New England Forever*, a split EP by Dropkick Murphys and Haywire. It officially releases on streaming March 17, but it was available early on vinyl at Dropkick Murphys shows starting Feb. 9.

The band squeezed in a few more fan favorites to close out their main set, including “Rose Tattoo” and “Worker’s Song,” but the rapid pace of some songs left them with extra time on their hands. To make sure they used every minute they had, they added a live debut of “Only the Strong” from *New England Forever* to the start of their encore.

Though fans seemed to enjoy “Only the Strong” enough, there was a sense that they would’ve preferred to hear one of the classics that got left on the table, such as “Tessie” or “Kiss Me, I’m Sh-tfaced.” While Dropkick Murphys shouldn’t hesitate to play new material, one of those tracks would’ve certainly hit harder, especially in Boston on St. Patrick’s Day weekend.

After that, it was time for the anthem everyone had been waiting for. Two decades after it became Dropkick Murphys’ biggest hit, “I’m Shipping Up to Boston” still fires up crowds like no other song. While it would have been a perfect closer, the show didn’t end there.

The band made sure to go out with a bang by playing “The Big Man,” a song practically made for moshing.

“Let’s get that circle going!” Casey shouted as the crowd released the last of its pent-up chaotic energy.

Once again, Dropkick Murphys proved that they know Boston crowds like no other and kicked off the weekend in fine style. With four more shows on the way this weekend, Friday’s performance showed that the band still has local loyalty at a time when Boston needs it most.

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### Opening Acts

Dropkick Murphys were led in by an all-star lineup of Boston-based punk bands, including The Vigilantes, Haywire, and Showcase Showdown. Each band built on the next and perfectly set the tone for the night. The Vigilantes and Showcase Showdown, both underground acts from the 1990s, came out of retirement after decades to support Dropkick Murphys. Haywire, on the other hand, is a much newer act, but they certainly had the chops to stand alongside the others.

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### Dropkick Murphys Setlist
*MGM Music Hall at Fenway, March 13, 2026*

– Barroom Hero
– The State of Massachusetts
– Mick Jones Nicked My Pudding
– The Boys Are Back
– Johnny, I Hardly Knew Ya
– The Gang’s All Here
– Pipebomb on Lansdowne
– Caps and Bottles
– Caught in a Jar
– Boys on the Docks
– Never Alone
– This One’s For You (The Trouble cover)
– Which Side Are You On? (The Almanac Singers cover)
– Who’ll Stand With Us?
– The Dirty Glass
– God Willing
– Forever
– Citizen I. C. E.
– The Men Behind the Wire (The Barleycorn cover)
– Rose Tattoo
– Worker’s Song

**Encore:**
– Only the Strong (Live debut)
– I’m Shipping Up to Boston
– The Big Man

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Dropkick Murphys’ March 13 show at the MGM Music Hall at Fenway was a powerful mix of nostalgia, fiery political statements, and high-energy punk rock — a fitting start to a weekend of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
https://www.boston.com/culture/concert-reviews/2026/03/14/review-setlist-dropkick-murphys-at-mgm-music-hall-3-13-26/

Official cause of U.S. military plane crash in Iraq under investigation, officials say

The U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran is quickly approaching the two-week mark.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that Iran’s missile and drone capabilities have been severely diminished. He also revealed that the new Supreme Leader is wounded and likely disfigured.

CBS News reporters Eleanor Watson and Nancy Cordes provide further updates on the situation.
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/official-cause-u-s-military-plane-crash-iraq-under-investigation-officials-say/

How a beloved fan at local sporting events became a pillar of this New Jersey town

Clinton, New Jersey, is known primarily for its old grist mill, quaint downtown, and rich history.

One of the town’s most iconic landmarks is the old grist mill, which stands as a testament to Clinton’s heritage and charm.

The downtown area offers visitors a picturesque experience with its unique shops, cafes, and historic architecture.

Steve Hartman has the story on what makes Clinton a special place to visit and explore.
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/how-a-beloved-fan-at-local-sporting-events-became-a-pillar-of-this-new-jersey-town/

Makai Lemon’s combine podium performance didn’t bother NFL team executives

Makai Lemon got another chance Thursday to demonstrate his skills for NFL scouts. About 50 representatives from each of the 32 teams gathered at USC to spend a few hours evaluating the school’s latest class of draft prospects. Lemon, who won the Biletnikoff Award last fall as college football’s top receiver, had everyone’s attention.

“Running good routes, catching the ball, running fast,” he said of his objectives for the day. “Whatever I showcase, let them know I can do it at a high level.”

It was a more comfortable setting than Indianapolis. At the scouting combine, Lemon’s performance at the podium drew scrutiny not for anything he said, but for how he said it. He swayed. He was measured, unhurried, visibly unbothered. Some read it as detached. Others saw something else entirely.

“We don’t want a guy who’s phony and coached up,” said one team executive, speaking on condition of anonymity. “We want a guy to be his authentic self. As long as he’s not a jerk, we love it.”

Rams general manager Les Snead, who attended Thursday’s workout of 17 USC players, put it another way. “At the combine you’re usually getting some version of a personality,” he said. “A lot of times it’s, ‘This is my interview personality,’ and that’s not necessarily who they are 365 days a year.”

The other USC prospects who participated in Thursday’s workouts were receivers Ja’Kobi Lane, Jaden Richardson and Jay Fair; running back Eli Sanders; tight end Lake McRee; offensive linemen J’Onre Reed and DJ Wingfield; defensive linemen Anthony Lucas and Keeshawn Silver; linebacker Eric Gentry; cornerbacks DJ Harvey and DeCarlos Nicholson; safeties Bishop Fitzgerald and Kamari Ramsey; punter Sam Johnson; and long snapper Hank Pepper. Former Trojan linebacker Mason Cobb, who was on the team in 2024, also participated.

Lemon’s credentials are not in dispute. He finished last season with 79 catches for 1,156 yards and 11 touchdowns. At 5-foot-11 and 192 pounds, he’s not big for the position, and according to a school release ran the 40 in 4.46 seconds, which is fast but not blistering. But those aren’t his main strengths.

“One of the underrated aspects when you’re watching wide receivers is toughness, and he kind of oozes toughness,” said Daniel Jeremiah, lead draft analyst for NFL Network. “He catches everything. He’s super strong physically and super strong to the ball.”

The technical detail that stands out for Jeremiah: Lemon doesn’t leave his feet to catch unless he has to. He stays grounded, keeps himself in position to do something after the ball arrives. Receivers who lunge and cradle in the air have nowhere to go. Receivers who catch with their feet under them turn completions into more yards.

“He’s got a really good feel for the game,” Jeremiah said. “I think he’s going to be a high-volume guy. I think he’ll catch 90-plus balls every year and be the quarterback’s best friend.”

Snead, who has a history of finding productive receivers that others miss — among them Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua — is skeptical of the 40 as a measuring stick.

“You rarely see a route in football where the receiver runs straight for 40 yards and then makes his break,” he said. “Even on a go route you’re usually trying to get an edge on the defender, so you’re not running straight. The 40 might tell you how many gears you have in your body. But sometimes you need to run a route in third gear and then shift into fourth or fifth, or decelerate.”

Jeremiah ranks Lemon among the two best receivers in this draft, giving a slight edge to Ohio State’s Carnell Tate, who projects as more of a down-the-field, big-play threat. Comparisons to Detroit’s Amon-Ra St. Brown (also a former USC player) and Tampa Bay’s Emeka Egbuka have circulated.

Jeremiah sees those, but also reaches back to Jarvis Landry, the former Louisiana State standout who made five Pro Bowl appearances.

“I actually think Lemon is a better player than Jarvis Landry coming out,” Jeremiah said. “When you’re instinctive, you’re tough and you catch everything, that’s a pretty high floor. Absolute worst case, you’re going to have a steady, dependable, reliable player.”

Watching from the sideline Thursday was Marqise Lee, who won the Biletnikoff in 2012 — the only other USC player to do so — and was a second-round pick of the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2014. He has spent much of the past several months as a mentor to Lemon, and when the combine criticism arrived, Lee wasn’t surprised by any of it.

“My biggest thing to him was just enjoy it,” Lee said. “I know he got a lot of backlash about the media stuff and things like that, but when you know the guy, he’s not a big talker. He’s calm, he’s all about business.”

Lee believes Lemon has the skills to thrive at the next level, but knows how much context matters once a player gets there.

“The league is different until you actually get there and get the opportunity to practice and go through it,” Lee said. “Some people have a hard time adapting. Once he gets on a team I’ll be texting him: ‘How’s the comfort level? How’s the offense?’ Because that stuff matters. Offensive coordinator, people loving you — all that matters.”

Lemon, for his part, already sounds like someone who has thought about this.

“I want to go in there and be myself,” he said. “Don’t want to try to be anybody else.”
https://www.latimes.com/sports/usc/story/2026-03-12/usc-pro-day-makai-lemon-gets-chance-to-show-skills

Truck catches fire on Mass. Pike during early-morning commute, causing lane shutdowns

Emergency crews responded quickly to a truck fire on the Massachusetts Turnpike in Westborough Thursday morning. The incident occurred near the 102.4 mile marker at around 8 a.m., according to the Westborough Fire Department.

The fire caused a temporary shutdown of the westbound lanes, with all lanes initially closed as firefighters worked to control the blaze. Grafton firefighters assisted in the response effort.

By 8:30 a.m., the fire was extinguished, allowing the left lane on the westbound side to reopen shortly thereafter. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation confirmed that by 1:30 p.m., all remaining westbound lanes were reopened to traffic.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the early-morning fire. Officials are currently investigating the cause of the incident.

Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available.
https://www.boston.com/news/local-news/2026/03/12/truck-catches-fire-on-mass-pike-during-early-morning-commute-causing-lane-shutdowns/

DNC sues Trump administration for information on potential deployments to election sites

The Democratic National Committee is suing the Trump administration to seek clarity on whether officials plan to deploy federal agents and troops to polling places and election sites.

CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on the developing situation, highlighting the increasing concerns over election security and federal involvement at voting locations.
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/dnc-sues-trump-administration-plans-send-troops-election-sites/

Hero NYPD officer who chased down bomb suspect had just one thought: “Catch the bad guy”

Chief Aaron Edwards and Sgt. Luis Navarro of the NYPD are being hailed as heroes for their quick and courageous response to an attempted bomb attack during protests outside the New York City mayor’s residence.

Jericka Duncan spoke with the officers to learn more about what was going through their minds as they sprang into action, shedding light on their dedication and presence of mind in a tense situation.

Their bravery and professionalism have been widely recognized, highlighting the critical role law enforcement plays in ensuring public safety during times of unrest.
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/hero-nypd-officer-who-chased-down-bomb-suspect-had-just-one-thought-catch-the-bad-guy/