Media Roundup: Oscar nods drop, Trump's first interview, Myer revamps loyalty program and Rivers shuts up shop
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The 2025 Oscar nominations have delivered their fair share of drama and delight. Leading Australia’s charge is , earning a Best Supporting Actor nod for his role in The Brutalist, a testament to his cinematic prowess.
Meanwhile, Emilia Pérez made history with 13 nominations, breaking records for non-English films. Among its achievements, became the first openly trans actor nominated for an Oscar – a landmark moment for the industry.
As in The Sydney Morning Herald, some big names were left in the wings. expected nod for Babygirl never came, and was overlooked for her performance in Maria.
first sit-down since reclaiming the Oval Office was a chat with Fox News ally , offering little in the way of tough questions but plenty of insight into his plans for round two.
Trump hinted at scrapping federal disaster relief, leaving states to handle emergencies solo – controversial timing, with wildfires ravaging LA and hurricanes battering the eastern US.
As reported by in The Sydney Morning Herald, he also took aim at FEMA, accusing the agency of failing disaster victims, framing his approach as a shake-up to a broken system.
Brands
Myer executive chairman has declared it “day zero” as she embarks on integrating the newly acquired Premier Investments fashion brands into the retailer’s fold.
The revamped retailer will boast 783 outlets across its flagship department stores and brands like Just Jeans, Jay Jays, Dotti, Portmans, and Jacqui E, with a combined annual turnover of $4 billion.
“We’re focused on hitting the ground running,” Wirth told in The Australian, adding the integration will begin next week with a parallel approach to ensure the business stays on target during the transition.
Iconic Aussie brand , known for its shoes and clothing since 1863, is closing all 136 stores and cutting over 600 jobs after a failed sale effort.
As reported by in The Australian Financial Review, owned by ASX-listed , which entered administration in October, Rivers is the latest casualty of the retailer’s collapse. Administrators from KPMG and FTI Consulting have already announced closures of the Katies chain, leaving Noni B and Millers as Mosaic’s remaining brands.
KPMG partner said, “Despite efforts, a sale of Rivers couldn’t be achieved, leading to the tough decision to wind down the brand.”
Woolworths and Coles top Australia’s most distrusted brands list
Woolworths and Coles have become Australia’s most distrusted brands, according to the latest Roy Morgan research.
As reported by Mediaweek, Woolworths now holds the unwanted title of being the most distrusted brand in the country, dethroning Optus, with Coles following as the second-most distrusted.
Roy Morgan CEO said of the research, “Distrust has a far more potent impact on consumer behaviour than trust. While trust creates loyalty, distrust can drive customers into the welcoming arms of more trusted brands.”
