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Jeff Bezos Gets Hit With Brutal Banner In Venice Ahead Of His Impending Wedding
Bezos is also expected to make substantial charitable donations, including €1 million to Corila, a research consortium focused on preserving Venice’s fragile lagoon ecosystem, according to reports from Corriere della Sera and ANSA.
But protesters from Greenpeace Italy and the UK-based group “Everyone Hates Elon” unfurled a massive banner in Venice’s iconic St. Mark’s Square, featuring an image of Bezos laughing alongside the message:
“If you can rent Venice for your wedding, you can pay more tax.”
You can see the banner below.
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And here's footage of the moment the banner was unfurled.
Greenpeace's complaint about tax equity is not without merit.
For instance, a 2021 ProPublica investigation, based on IRS data, revealed that the 25 wealthiest Americans—including Bezos, Elon Musk, and Michael Bloomberg—paid little or no federal income taxes between 2014 and 2018. During that time, their combined net worth reportedly grew by $401 billion, while they paid just $13.6 billion in federal taxes.
Altogether, the investigation showed how billionaires such as Bezos have capitalized on tax code loopholes and a system that prioritizes taxing income over wealth.
Much of the wealth amassed by the ultra-rich—such as corporate stock holdings, luxury real estate, yachts, and other investments—is not classified as “taxable income” unless the assets are sold and a profit is realized. Even then, a range of tax breaks can dramatically reduce or entirely eliminate what they owe.
Many have echoed Greenpeace's criticism.
Greenpeace campaigner Clara Thompson said in a statement that "while Venice is sinking under the weight of the climate crisis, billionaires are partying like there is no tomorrow on their megayachts."
Thompson stressed that ultimately the protest against Bezos' wedding is not just about him, noting that "it's about changing the rules so no billionaire can dodge responsibility, anywhere."
Halsey Shows Off Medical Port In Candid Selfie Amid Battle With Lupus And Rare Blood Disorder
The "Colors" singer wrote in the caption:
“Evidence that I still exist when the show ends. 90s mom haircut loading 🌈”
The pop star (who uses she/they pronouns) was diagnosed in 2022 with lupus and a rare T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder, and shared that news with fans last summer.
In the 2024 post, Halsey explained:
"In 2022, I was first diagnosed with Lupus SLE and then a rare T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder. Both of which are currently being managed or in remission; and both of which I will likely have for the duration of my life."
"After a rocky start, I slowly got everything under control with the help of amazing doctors. After 2 years, I’m feeling better and I’m more grateful than ever to have music to turn to."
"I can’t wait to get back where I belong: With you all 🤍 Singing and screaming my heart out."
According to Healthline, Lymphoproliferative disorders are a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled production of white blood cells called lymphocytes. T-cell disorders include leukemia and lymphoma.
This is not Halsey's first health issue. Halsey has been very forthcoming about being diagnosed and treated for bipolar disorder, endometriosis, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, and POTS.
Fans offered support, and appreciated that Halsey didn't hide the port.
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It helps to normalize such things.
Many folks felt seen in a new and unique way.
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Some commenters were rude, but fans had Halsey's back.
The current tour will wrap up in early July.
Trump Drops F-Bomb In Angry Rant After Israel And Iran Violate 'Ceasefire'—And It's Total Projection
Yet amid days of concerns about a wider war in the Middle East, Trump later shared what appeared to be positive news, declaring that a ceasefire agreement had been reached, writing:
"CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now, when Israel and Iran have wound down and completed their in progress, final missions!), for 12 hours, at which point the War will be considered, ENDED!"
"Officially, Iran will start the CEASEFIRE and, upon the 12th Hour, Israel will start the CEASEFIRE and, upon the 24th Hour, an Official END to THE 12 DAY WAR will be saluted by the World. During each CEASEFIRE, the other side will remain PEACEFUL and RESPECTFUL."
"On the assumption that everything works as it should, which it will, I would like to congratulate both Countries, Israel and Iran, on having the Stamina, Courage, and Intelligence to end, what should be called, “THE 12 DAY WAR.” This is a War that could have gone on for years, and destroyed the entire Middle East, but it didn’t, and never will!"
"God bless Israel, God bless Iran, God bless the Middle East, God bless the United States of America, and GOD BLESS THE WORLD!"
You can see his post below.
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However, Iran fired at least six missile barrages at Israel after the ceasefire was supposed to take effect; Israeli authorities reported multiple casualties.
When asked for remarks by reporters, Trump swore and lashed out at both countries, claiming that they—who have a better understanding of their international relations than him, let alone any of us—"don't know what the f**k they're doing":
"We basically have two countries that have been fighting so long and so hard that they don't know what the f**k they're doing. You understand that?"
You can hear what he said in the video below.
Trump's frustrations were undeniable considering he'd been eager to take credit for ending the conflict.
On Saturday he directed his envoy, Steve Witkoff, to convey his willingness to negotiate a ceasefire. However, Iranian officials reportedly declined to engage in talks until they had exacted retribution through targeted strikes on U.S. assets, a source familiar with the matter said.
Prior to Iran’s missile strike on the U.S.-run Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar, Iranian officials sent advance notice through Qatari intermediaries outlining the timing and intended targets. Following the strike, Iran again used back channels to inform the U.S. that no additional attacks on American forces were planned. The White House responded via Qatari officials that the U.S. would not retaliate and reiterated its openness to renewed negotiations.
On Monday evening, after it became clear Iran was halting further aggression, Trump called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and expressed his desire to end the war. According to the White House, Netanyahu agreed to a ceasefire on the condition that Iran stop its missile attacks.
Trump also spoke with Qatar’s Emir, Tamim al-Thani, while Vice President Vance coordinated with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani, who relayed the terms to Iran and finalized the ceasefire timeline.
But critics argued that Trump’s involvement in the discussions was largely irrelevant, noting that such comments overlooked the deeply complex and decades-long relationship between the two nations—dynamics that only the parties themselves fully understand.
Trump was swiftly called out.
Netanyahu’s office later claimed that Iran launched missiles after the ceasefire had officially taken effect, prompting Israel to respond with a strike on a radar installation near Tehran. Iran’s military denied breaching the agreement, and Netanyahu’s statement suggested the Israeli response was restrained.
Despite the conflicting accounts, both nations appeared to signal a shared interest in preserving the fragile ceasefire, with each side portraying itself as having emerged victorious.
The lack of clarity around the ceasefire agreement has fueled confusion about the timing and sequence of the strikes that followed its announcement.
Notably, Trump did not specify an official start time when he declared the truce. Further complicating matters are the time zone differences: Iran operates half an hour ahead of Israel, which itself is seven hours ahead of Eastern Daylight Time in the U.S.—making it difficult to determine definitively which side may have acted first.
Theater Called Out For Covering 'Superman' Poster With 'Fantastic Four' Display—But David Corenswet's Reaction Is Pure Class
On X, a fan tweeted a photo of a Fantastic Four movie theater display completely covering up a Superman one, and they were none too pleased about it!
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In their tweet, fan @DCUSuperboy called the move "fu*ked up" and said their movie theater was "doing Superman dirty."
The photo they included showed what appeared to be a Superman poster almost entirely hidden behind a giant stand-up Fantastic Four display.
As the star of the new Superman, you might expect actor David Corenswet to share the outrage. But instead, he had the perfect response—one you can imagine Superman himself having.
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In a quote-tweet of the offending photo, our new Clark Kent and Superman wrote:
"It’s okay, everybody needs backup from time to time. Happy to oblige 🫡"
Both tweets immediately went viral among the movies' rabid fanbases, and before long one of the movie theater's employees was getting in on the discourse too.
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Along with a photo of The Fantastic Four display moved out of the way, the employee quipped, "fixed it!"
Fans of the DC and Marvel cinematic universes were loving the discourse, especially Corenswet getting in on the action.
Of course, with two such high-profile movies from rival comic book studios coming out back to back, there was bound to be a bit of competition among fans.
But even The Fantastic Four director James Gunn has said there's no need for "fan wars" because "there's room for us both." And it seems Corenswet agrees! Now, to find out which movie wins the box office when Superman comes out July 11 and The Fantastic Four: First Steps on July 25...