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Paris Hilton faces backlash for Maui vacation photo
Amidst a devastating situation in Hawaii, Paris Hilton and her partner, Carter Reum, were captured in carefree vacation photos, sparking outrage on social media.
The heiress and Reum were seen kissing in the ocean while carrying their baby boy Phoenix, seemingly oblivious to the recent disaster that has left over 95 people dead and nearly 1000 missing.
The photos depict the couple strolling along the shoreline of a resort in Wailea, located merely 48km away from the destruction in Lahaina. Their nonchalant demeanor in the midst of the tragedy elicited strong reactions online.
Social media users expressed anger and disbelief, with one individual humorously referencing Hilton’s famous catchphrase, “That’s hot,” in relation to the wildfire devastation. Others criticized the couple for their insensitivity, especially considering the authorities’ call for tourists to leave the island due to the ongoing crisis.
An aerial view shows damage along the coast of Lahaina in the aftermath of wildfires in Maui, Hawaii, U.S. August 9, 2023 this screen grab obtained from social media video. Richard Olsten/Air Maui Helicopters/via REUTERS
Paris Hilton has refrained from sharing any images from her Maui holiday on Instagram. Merely a day prior, she had posted pictures from her recent vacation in Greece.
The controversial images emerged shortly after actor Jason Momoa implored tourists to avoid visiting Maui due to the raging wildfires. Momoa, known for his role in “Aquaman,” took to Instagram to discourage travel to the island, emphasizing the devastating impact the fires have had on the local community and resources.
The island’s non-profit organization ʻĀina Momona supported Momoa’s plea, highlighting the need for the island’s resources to be preserved for recovery and healing. The post underscored the lasting impact of the tragedy on Maui and urged tourists to prioritize the community’s well-being.
What’s happening in the Middle East?
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President Donald Trump says Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed
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Iran is entering a transitional period, with a three man leadership council temporarily taking control
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The U.S. military confirms three American service members were killed in the joint Israeli U.S. operation
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The White House says U.S. forces have destroyed and sunk nine Iranian naval ships
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Israel strikes Tehran anew as conflict escalates and global markets react
Israel strikes Tehran after Khamenei’s death; U.S. warns of prolonged conflict as tensions escalate in the Middle East.
Israel strikes Tehran after Khamenei’s death; U.S. warns of prolonged conflict as tensions escalate in the Middle East.
Israel has launched a new wave of strikes on Tehran, following the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. U.S. President Donald Trump has warned the campaign could last up to a month, framing the operation as a move to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities.
Iran has retaliated with missile attacks, while its Revolutionary Guards claim responsibility for assaults on oil tankers in the Gulf. The escalating hostilities are already disrupting global shipping lanes and air travel, sending shockwaves through international markets.
With reports of the first U.S. casualties emerging and Washington declaring the Tehran operation a success, tensions across the Middle East are intensifying rapidly. The question now is how far this conflict could spread — and at what cost.
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U.S. and Israel strike Iran as missiles hit Gulf bases and oil surges
U.S. and Israel launch major military operation against Iran; tensions rise as conflict escalates, impacting global markets.
U.S. and Israel launch major military operation against Iran; tensions rise as conflict escalates, impacting global markets.
The United States and Israel have launched a sweeping military operation against Iran, striking leadership targets and more than 500 military sites in what President Trump has dubbed Operation Epic Fury.
Explosions have rocked Tehran, with civilians fleeing the capital as U.S. sea and air assets carry out sustained attacks. Washington says the mission is designed to prevent a nuclear armed Iran and has even called on Iranians to rise up against the regime.
Iran has retaliated with a barrage of missiles and drones targeting Israel and U.S. bases across the region, including in Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. While many projectiles were intercepted, a U.S. base in Bahrain sustained damage.
Gulf states long seen as stable hubs for global business are now directly in the firing line, raising fears of a wider regional war.
Oil prices are climbing and tankers are diverting from the Strait of Hormuz as markets react to the escalating conflict. U.S. aircraft carriers, advanced fighter jets and missile destroyers remain in position, signalling more strikes could follow.
With global leaders scrambling diplomatically, the world is watching to see whether this spirals further or shifts back to negotiations.
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