Bezos, Sanchez say 'I do' in a divided Venice
Briefly

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez celebrated their wedding on a lavish island ceremony in Venice, attended by many celebrities. While the couple enjoyed their nuptials, protesters highlighted the challenges faced by Venice, including the city’s struggling economy and displacement of locals due to high rents. Despite the festivities, locals voiced concerns about tourism's impact on their city. The wedding featured a black-tie event on San Giorgio Maggiore, with an intimate performance and a gourmet dinner prepared by a Michelin-starred chef.
The couple exchanged vows at a black-tie ceremony on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, adjacent to Venice's iconic St Mark's Square, on Friday afternoon.
Activists protest over the city's struggles with tourism and rising rents, highlighting the disparity between wealthy visitors and local residents who can’t afford to stay.
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