British Museum's First Fundraising Ball Sparks Celebrity Exit and Debate
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Campaigners attribute the withdrawal of several celebrities from a British Museum fundraising event to pressure over its ties to BP and companies linked to Israel's actions in Gaza. The museum denies these connections, while critics highlight the event's controversial sponsors and its impact on cultural and ethical standards.
Topics:entertainment#bp-sponsorship#british-museum#celebrity-withdrawal#climate-justice#palestine#world
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