Former President Donald Trump faced widespread criticism after sharing a video on his Truth Social account that depicted Barack and Michelle Obama as apes. The video, which was deleted from Trump's account on Friday, included an AI-generated clip set to the song "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" featuring images of the Obamas' faces imposed on ape bodies. The controversial post came amid a week of diverse news, including the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympics and preparations for Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show.
The video's content drew immediate condemnation. The depiction of the Obamas as apes aligns with a centuries-old racist trope used to dehumanize Black people, according to reports. The incident sparked outrage from both Republicans and Democrats.
Meanwhile, the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympics opening ceremony, described as "painfully long, inevitably uneven, excessively dance-obsessed but also somehow lovable," featured a tribute to the Italian film "La Dolce Vita," according to Time. The ceremony included a figure in an evening gown followed by paparazzi, a nod to the film's influence.
In the world of sports, Bad Bunny was set to make history as the first Latin solo artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show. His performance, coming after the Grammy Awards where celebrities criticized President Trump's immigration policies, raised questions about its potential political impact. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell backed the selection, stating that Bad Bunny is "one of the great artists in the world."
In other news, cross-country skier Jessie Diggins prepared for her fourth and final Olympics in Milan Cortina. Diggins, America's most-decorated cross-country skier, aimed to share her final Olympic experience with friends, family, and fans, according to Time. She emphasized the importance of her support system, which was absent during the Beijing games due to COVID restrictions.
A new Peacock series, inspired by the film "The 'Burbs," explored themes of race and suburban life. The series, featuring Keke Palmer as a Black lawyer and Jack Whitehall as her British-born husband, highlighted the complexities of navigating a predominantly white community. The show's setup drew comparisons to the film "Get Out."
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