Mar. 1, 2021: Chadwick Boseman, Andra Day Awarded at Golden Globes, Iceberg Breaks from Antarctica and More
Welcome to Word on the Street where we discuss the top five most interesting links of the day. Here is what’s hot for Monday, March 1, 2021:
Chadwick Boseman, Andra Day Awarded at Golden Globes: At the Golden Globes, Chadwick Boseman and Andra Day received Best Actor in a Drama and Best Actress in a Drama Film, respectively. The late Boseman won for his role in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, and Andra Day won for her role in The United States vs. Billie Holiday.
Iceberg Larger Than New York City Breaks From Antarctica: An iceberg measuring 492 feet thick and 490 square miles broke off from the Brunt Ice Shelf. Researchers say the first indication of calving came last November.
Former President of France Sentenced to Prison: A Paris court found French former President Nicolas Sarkozy guilty of corruption and influence peddling and sentenced him to one year in prison.
Governor Andrew Cuomo Apologizes for “Misinterpreted” Remarks: New York governor Andrew Cuomo released a statement that he has never inappropriately touched or propositioned anyone, but that he apologizes for comments that may have “misinterpreted” as “unwanted flirtation.”
Texas Attorney General Sues Texas Utility Provider Over Pricing After Winter Storm: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that he is suing electricity provider Griddy for passing along massive bills to consumers after the recent Texas winter storm.