The reigning Miss Universe says she wants to be the first Filipina Bond girl. Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach was a small-time TV actress, before she won her crown in Las Vegas last month.The ceremony hit the headlines, when the host of the awards made a mistake, and first declared Miss Colombia the winner. Thousands of people took to the streets for Wurtzback’s homecoming and victory parade in Manila on Monday.
Reddit sues Australia over social media ban
Message board website Reddit filed a lawsuit in Australia's highest court on Friday seeking to overturn the country's social media ban for children, calling it an intrusion on free speech and setting the stage for a protracted legal battle.
Eurovision winner Nemo to send trophy back in protest over Israel's participation
Swiss Eurovision winner Nemo announced on Thursday they were handing back their trophy in the latest protest about Israel's continued participation in the contest over the war in Gaza.
World-famous cellist Hauser to perform in Abu Dhabi
Known for transforming the cello into a powerful, expressive voice that bridges classical music with pop and rock, celebrated star Hauser will headline a special night at the Abu Dhabi Festival 2026 on May 2.
BRIDGE Summit: Bassem Yousef says satire isn't meant to fix the world
Celebrated political satirist Bassem Yousef said he will continue to "make jokes at the powerful" but clarified that satire does not attempt to change world issues "because it was not designed to".
Jared Harris tells content creators to prioritise storytelling over tech at BRIDGE
British actor Jared Harris has warned creators on the use of generative AI and its ethical risks at the BRIDGE Summit 2025 in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, advising to focus on human narratives rather than algorithmic output.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
Apple Inc. shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand for the firm’s new iPhone 16 Pro model has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn’t ready?
Does working from home kill productivity or can it benefit staff by giving them more flexibility and a better work/life balance?
Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!
