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BuzzFeed reports Ben Shapiro calls Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey a “masterpiece,” praising Nolan and the cast (including Matt Damon as Odysseus, Lupita Nyong’o as Helen, Tom Holland as Telemachus, Robert Pattinson as Antinous, and Anne Hathaway as Penelope) while online reactions skew toward mockery and discussions about political optics and influence.
Ben Shapiro posted an 18‑minute YouTube review of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, calling the Greek epic a “masterpiece” and praising Nolan as the best director working today, while also lauding Matt Damon, Robert Pattinson, Tom Holland and Anne Hathaway; he criticizes Lupita Nyong’o’s Helen of Troy and Elliot Page’s Sinon, and Nolan says he's unfazed by online backlash, noting that controversy comes with blockbuster filmmaking.
At Turning Point USA's AmericaFest, prominent conservatives clashed over issues like antisemitism and extremism within the Republican Party, highlighting deep divisions and disagreements over how to address rising bigotry and extremist views among party members.
Vance spoke at Turning Point's event amid internal conflicts within the conservative movement, which was marked by sharp criticisms among influential figures like Ben Shapiro and Steve Bannon, highlighting tensions over the direction and integrity of the MAGA movement.
Turning Point USA's annual convention featured intense infighting among conservative media figures, debates over Israel and antisemitism, and endorsements for political figures like JD Vance, highlighting ongoing divisions within the Republican and conservative movement.
The article covers a range of political topics including Ben Shapiro criticizing the GOP's embrace of white supremacists like Nick Fuentes, ongoing election results, concerns about the Republican Party's direction, and various international issues, highlighting deep divisions within American politics and the global impact of conflicts.
Ben Shapiro argues that the retirement age should be raised due to increased life expectancy and fiscal sustainability concerns, criticizing the idea of retirement as "stupid" unless health issues are involved. He believes that relying solely on Social Security benefits for over 20 years is not financially viable, with the average monthly benefit being close to the federal poverty level. To ensure a comfortable retirement, individuals are advised to take charge of building their nest egg through tax-advantaged accounts, delayed-retirement credits, and potential part-time work or relocation to reduce expenses.
The right-wing media outlet The Daily Wire, co-founded by Ben Shapiro, has severed ties with Candace Owens due to her repeated embrace of antisemitic rhetoric, including accusations of a Jewish government committing "genocide" and promoting conspiracy theories. Owens, known for promoting misinformation and conspiracy theories, has faced backlash for her extremist commentary, leading to her suspension from YouTube for hate speech violations. Despite the split, Owens maintains a large platform and continues to be a prominent figure in right-wing circles, with a history of supporting former President Donald Trump.
Candace Owens has departed from the Daily Wire, founded by Ben Shapiro, following months of promoting antisemitic ideas. The details of her exit are unclear, but tensions over antisemitic rhetoric led to her departure. Owens used her platform at the Daily Wire to promote antisemitism and clashed publicly with Ben Shapiro, who is Jewish. This marks a significant development in the conservative media landscape.
The conservative news site Daily Wire has ended its relationship with political presenter Candace Owens following her endorsement of a conspiracy theory about rabbis drinking Christian blood and her outspoken criticism of Israel. This move comes amid a feud with Daily Wire co-founder Ben Shapiro over Israel, with Shapiro publicly criticizing Owens' behavior. Owens has also drawn criticism for endorsing Kanye West’s antisemitic rants and bashing "political Jews." The decision to part ways with Owens has sparked mixed reactions from viewers.
Conservative commentator Candace Owens has parted ways with right-wing media outlet Daily Wire, with CEO Jeremy Boreing confirming the split. Owens, known for her controversial views, had joined the Daily Wire in 2021 but reportedly clashed with co-founder Ben Shapiro over her promotion of anti-Semitic conspiracy theories. Her departure follows tensions surrounding her criticism of Israel's military response in Gaza. The Anti-Defamation League has accused Owens of promoting antisemitism, while Owens has defended herself against these allegations.
Candace Owens has parted ways with The Daily Wire after nearly four years, announcing that she will bring her show to her personal YouTube page. Known for her right-wing rhetoric, Owens has faced criticism for embracing conspiracy theories and was recently called out by the Anti-Defamation League for "vitriolic antisemitism." Her departure follows public clashes with co-founder Ben Shapiro over the Israel-Hamas war.
Megan Thee Stallion's "Hiss" and Nicki Minaj's "Big Foot" are in a chart battle for the top spot on the upcoming Billboard Hot 100, with Megan currently leading in real-time metrics. Meanwhile, conservative pundit Ben Shapiro's collaboration with rapper Tom MacDonald, "Facts," is also aiming for a top spot, despite smaller streaming numbers and no radio support. Justin Timberlake's comeback single "Selfish" and Morgan Wallen's re-release of "Spin You Around (1/24)" are also vying for chart success.
Elon Musk visited Auschwitz with his 3-year-old son X Æ A-XII, despite guidance recommending against children under 14 visiting the memorial site. Musk's visit was part of a trip organized by the European Jewish Association, and he was seen with right-wing media personality Ben Shapiro. The visit comes after Musk apologized for promoting an antisemitic post on his social network. The Tesla CEO is engaged in a custody battle over X and his siblings with their mother, Grimes.
Elon Musk visited the Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp in Poland with Ben Shapiro, following his endorsement of an antisemitic conspiracy theory on his X platform. The visit was part of an event discussing online antisemitism organized by the European Jewish Association. Musk's comments had previously sparked widespread condemnation and led to major companies halting advertising spending on X. Despite this, Musk described his endorsement of the conspiracy theory as foolish and denied allegations of antisemitism during his visit to Auschwitz.