envelope of gases that surrounds the planet. Earth's atmosphere is made up of nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, water vapor, and many. other gases, as well as particles of liquids and solids. Plants and animals take oxygen directly from air and use it to release energy from food.
Underlining its long-range thinking, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences on Thursday announced airdates for the next three Oscar ceremonies: Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016; Feb. 26, 2017; and March 4, 2018. This answers questions such as whether Oscars will return to Monday nights or shift its calendar dates to earlier in the year.
Here is some background information about the Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars.. February 22, 2015 - The 87th Annual Academy Awards are televised live from Hollywood on ABC, with Neil Patrick Harris hosting for the first time. 2015 Winners (selected): Best Picture: Birdman.