The 96th Annual Academy Awards, airing this Sunday at 7 p.m. on ABC, will feature popular stars like Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. The event will showcase a variety of movie genres and actors from diverse backgrounds, with nominees including America Ferrera for 'Barbie' and Bradley Cooper for 'Maestro.' A-list celebrities will walk the red carpet on March 10, celebrating their talents on the big screen.

The Kurhíkuaeri K’uínchekua, a significant Purepecha cultural celebration, takes place on February 1st to reinforce the community's culture, roots, and identity. The event begins with the movement of the 'Fuego Abuelo' to the host community, followed by a renewal ceremony attended by Purepecha community members from various regions. Established in 1983 in Tzintzuntzan, the celebration is governed by principles that exclude political parties, Western religions, and government or private institutions to maintain its sacredness. The event includes symbols like the Fire, Calendar Stone, Flag, and Spear/Staff, and is related to the winter solstice and agricultural cycle. It fosters regional unity and resistance against cultural eradication, with variations in activities depending on the location. The ceremony concludes with the announcement of the next host community and emphasizes the importance of the Purepecha language and identity, as expressed by Noé de la Luz from the community of Uricho.

The study evaluates the use of whole flour of purple maize as a functional ingredient in gluten-free bread, focusing on its nutritional benefits and technological properties. The research highlights that bread with 34% purple maize flour shows acceptable technological parameters, lower starch digestibility, and higher antioxidant capacity compared to control bread. The study also examines the impact of in vitro digestion on the bioaccessibility and bioavailability of bioactive compounds, concluding that purple maize flour can enhance the nutritional profile of gluten-free bread.

An immersive experience called Golden Girls Kitchen, based on the iconic sitcom 'Golden Girls,' has arrived in South Florida's Wynwood on Nov. 10. Derek Berry, president of experiences at Bucket Listers, expressed excitement about bringing the event to Miami, a location frequently requested by fans. The pop-up store and kitchen, which debuted in Los Angeles, is expanding to New York, Miami, San Francisco, and Chicago.

A bidirectional Mendelian randomization study published in April 2020 investigated the bidirectional association between Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and cardiometabolic diseases. The study used genetic variants as instrumental variables to assess causal inferences between MDD and type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease (CAD), and heart failure. The findings indicated a significant genetic predisposition to MDD associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and CAD, and a suggestive association with heart failure. However, reverse Mendelian randomization analysis did not show evidence that the likelihood of type 2 diabetes, CAD, or heart failure was associated with MDD. The study reinforces the evidence that MDD is a potential risk factor for type 2 diabetes and CAD, while the causal relationship with heart failure requires further study.

A special screening of Richard Linklater’s “Dazed and Confused” was held at the Coral Gables Art Cinema to celebrate the film's 30th anniversary. Fans like Carlos Roig expressed their long-standing admiration for the film, while the cinema's general manager, Max Zarran, emphasized the importance of experiencing the film as it was originally intended.

Aventura Mall in South Florida is now one of three global locations hosting a pop-up store themed around the popular Netflix series 'Stranger Things.' The store offers an immersive fan experience with interactive activities, exclusive merchandise, and a retro '80s ambiance. Fans like Karissa Larsh express excitement about the exclusive event, which replicates scenes from the show for sensational photo opportunities. The pop-up store aims to provide a unique and engaging experience for 'Stranger Things' enthusiasts.

The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed a regulation requiring electric vehicles to constitute over two-thirds of new car sales in the U.S. by 2023. EPA Administrator Michael Regan emphasized the cost-saving benefits for consumers, while Yale Professor Kenneth Gillingham noted that electric vehicles are currently comparable in price to luxury gasoline vehicles. The proposal aims to drive the U.S. towards a more eco-friendly future.

Egg prices have surged nearly 60 percent over the past year in South Florida, driven by a significant decrease in supply due to the Avian flu, which has killed nearly 58 million birds across 47 states. Customers express dissatisfaction with the price hike, while some residents find humor in the situation through social media.

The study characterizes the phenolic compounds in purple maize (Zea mays cv. “Moragro”) using HPLC–QTOF-MS and investigates their bioaccessibility through a simulated in vitro digestion/Caco-2 culture model. The research highlights the agronomic and chemical properties of the maize, focusing on its potential health benefits and bioactive compound accessibility.