# Ms Rachel Matches Macklemore's Gaza Donation | Calgary News

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Podcast: [Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/calgary-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7599267)
Published: 2026-09-19T02:42:35+00:00
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Ms. Rachel drops a jaw-dropping $1 million donation to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund, matching Macklemore’s bold gesture — and sparking a celebrity-led humanitarian wave. After Macklemore was unceremoniously booted from Ed Sheeran’s tour for his pro-Palestinian stance (a move allegedly backed by Robert Kraft), the fallout ignited a firestorm of solidarity. Ms. Rachel, calling out the moral duty of the wealthy, urges others to speak up and act. Meanwhile, Ed Sheeran clarifies the removal was the promoter’s call — but he’s stepping in with a $2 million pledge, matched by Kraft. This moment captures how pop culture platforms are becoming urgent stages for global justice, with cash, courage, and conscience colliding. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/ms-rachel-macklemore-donation-sheeran-tour-9.7349853 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fde77fa1948d882c Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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