War between Israel and Hamas: Why do social media users block celebrities?

[ad_1] NEW YORK (AP) — Some social media users are criticizing celebrities for what they say is inaction against a humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and have adopted a “blockade” to pressure the stars to take a stand. For the block, users blocked the viewing of all content from certain celebrities’ accounts on social media platforms, … Read more

Jonathan Glazer’s Oscar speech on Hamas war in Israel sparks backlash

[ad_1] At this year’s Oscars, Hot Spot director Jonathan Glazer took home the award for most polarizing speech. And the swirl surrounding exactly what he said and what he meant (still a matter of debate) doesn’t seem to be abating. When the British filmmaker took the stage after the Holocaust drama set in Auschwitz was … Read more

Palestinian influencer in Gaza mourns family’s death in war between Israel and Hamas: NPR

[ad_1] Ibrahim Hassouna, 30, a social media influencer from Gaza known as Kazanova, has the phrase “my mom” tattooed on his wrist in Arabic. Most of his family was killed in an Israeli military operation on February 12 to rescue hostages. Anas Baba/NPR hide title toggle title Anas Baba/NPR Ibrahim Hassouna, 30, a social media … Read more

Israel’s Eurovision entry under scrutiny for alleged reference to Hamas

[ad_1] By Mark Savage BBC music correspondent 2 hours ago Image source, shay franco Screenshot, Israel will be represented by Eden Golan in this year’s contest. Israel says it will withdraw from the Eurovision Song Contest if organizers try to censor its entry. It comes after lyrics to Eden Golan’s October Rain were leaked to … Read more

Annie Lennox sparks backlash after delving into war between Israel and Hamas by calling for a ‘ceasefire’ during emotional Grammys performance

[ad_1] By Stewart Carr 12:29 February 5, 2024, updated 13:51 February 5, 2024 Share or comment on this article: Annie Lennox has sparked backlash after she called for a “ceasefire” during her emotional Grammys performance. The Eurythmics star, 69, appeared at the world’s biggest awards ceremony to pay tribute to the late Sinead O’Connor, performing … Read more