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Nadeen Ayoub, the Dubai-Based Palestinian Making History at Miss Universe 2025

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History is about to take place in Palestine as Nadeen Ayoub, a 27-year-old Palestinian beauty queen and advocate based in Dubai, is  set to become the first-ever representative of the country at the iconic Miss Universe pageant. Her participation this November isn’t just walking the runway, it’s her giving a powerful voice to a people striving to be heard.

 

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A Legacy of Advocacy and Pageantry

Ayoub is not new in the international pageantry world. Her first appearance was in 2022, when she was crowned Miss Palestine.  Also that same year, she competed in Miss Earth and reached the top five, earning the title of Miss Water. This was a remarkable feat for her country.

Nadeen is a trained wellness and nutrition coach, she holds a degree in literature and psychology, and runs the Olive Green Academy in Dubai, a pioneering institution focused on sustainability training powered by AI.

 

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From Pause to Platform: Though slated for international pageants, Ayoub postponed her Miss Universe journey amid the conflict in Gaza, believing that the spotlight belonged on those suffering rather than on her.

Now, with renewed purpose, she’s embracing the platform, not just with beauty, but with a message:

“Today, I step onto the Miss Universe stage not just with a title,but with a truth… We are more than our suffering, we are resilience, hope, and the heartbeat of a homeland that lives on through us.”

To Nadeen, being Miss Universe isn’t about elegance alone, it’s a responsibility. “When you have that power, you have a responsibility to speak out,” she said, adding that no one should remain silent in the face of injustice.

 

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A Pageant with Purpose

This year, the 74th Miss Universe will be held on November 21, 2025, at the Impact Challenger Hall in Thailand, just outside Bangkok. And it marks a historic debut for Palestine, joining more than 130 countries and territories in one of the world’s most-watched pageants.

The Miss Universe  Organization has warmly welcomed her, describing Ayoub as “an accomplished advocate and model who embodies the resilience and determination that define our platform.”

 

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Why This Matters

In a world where some countries still suffer discrimination and identity struggles, Ayoub’s entry is hope. She brings forward not only the Palestinian flag, but the stories of women and children affected by conflict, striving to be heard,to make a difference in a world where suffering is the order of things

Her role blends heritage with advocacy, and she roots her activism in empathy and cultural pride.

Nadeen Ayoub’s journey is a great reminder — that beauty and brains can and should stand hand in hand with courage and compassion. As she prepares to light the global stage this November, she carries a weight far greater than a sash: the hope and voice of Palestine.

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Kim Kardashian Declines Legal Help Request From Mackenzie Shirilla

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Kim Kardashian has passed on a request to provide legal support to Mackenzie Shirilla, who is serving a prison sentence for a 2022 car crash that killed her boyfriend, Dominic Russo, and their friend, Davion Flanagan.

During a recorded call from the Cuyahoga County Corrections Center in Ohio, Shirilla said she hoped Kardashian would take on her case, even suggesting she could act as her attorney. The comment surfaced through media coverage of the ongoing story, with TMZ reporting that Kim Kardashian is not expected to get involved in the case.

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The outlet claimed her criminal justice reform work is centered on alleged wrongful conviction cases and appeals based on rehabilitation, and that this situation falls outside that scope.

Public interest in the case has resurfaced following Netflix’s release of “The Crash,” a documentary revisiting the fatal incident. The film digs into the story with interviews from folks close to the victims and people from Shirilla’s family, stirring up new talks about her legal situation. She is currently serving two concurrent 15-to-life prison sentences.

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Back in 2023, Shirilla got convicted for murder and aggravated vehicular homicide. Prosecutors alleged she deliberately slammed her car into a brick wall during a strained period in her relationship with with her boyfriend, Dominic Russo. When the court handed down her sentence, they didn’t hold back describing how serious her actions were.

The defense claimed she suffered a medical episode related to postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome during the crash.

Since then, the case has remained polarizing, with differing accounts emerging across media reports, family statements, and the documentary’s framing Kim Kardashian has previously used her platform to advocate for individuals she believes were wrongfully convicted or deserving of sentence reconsideration, but has not extended that advocacy to this case. Shirilla remains incarcerated in Ohio and will become eligible for parole in 2037.

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Shakira, Madonna and BTS Set to Headline First-Ever World Cup Halftime Show

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For the first time in the tournament’s history, the FIFA World Cup final will have a halftime show. Shakira, Madonna, and BTS are the headliners, FIFA confirmed on Thursday, bringing together Latin pop, American pop, and K-pop headliners. The final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The 2022 final drew more than 500 million live viewers without a single musical act.

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Adding one now is widely seen as a deliberate step to amplify the event’s impact. The lineup was revealed in a social media video posted by Chris Martin of Coldplay, featuring characters from Sesame Street and the Muppets. Martin, who has been leading the tournament’s entertainment programming, explained his selection choices during an interview with Elmo. “It’s a chance to show how amazing all different kinds of humans are,” he said. The three acts span different continents, fan bases, and musical generations in a combination rarely seen on a single stage.

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All three artists enter the announcement with strong recent activity and visibility. Shakira has released a new track titled “Dai Dai,” the official tournament song featuring Afrobeats star Burna Boy, and she previously performed at the 2010 World Cup opening ceremony in South Africa. Madonna is also expected to release new music around the same period, according to industry reports.

BTS reunited as a full group in March for the first time in nearly four years completing mandatory military service obligations.

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The show itself will be produced by Global Citizen, the nonprofit behind large-scale concerts tied to causes like hunger and poverty. FIFA and Global Citizen tested the format last summer during the Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium where Doja Cat, Tems and J Balvin performed from a stage built into the stands. The format is being expanded after a test run at the Club World Cup final.

The tournament begins next month across 16 cities in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with U.S. broadcasts on Fox and Telemundo.

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Bella Hadid Brings Brother Anwar as Her Plus-One to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival

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Bella Hadid returned to the 2026 Cannes Film Festival on May 17 in one of the season’s most anticipated appearances. She showed up at the premiere of Jeanne Herry’s Garance, accompanied by her brother Anwar. Their entrance at the Palais des Festivals set a more relaxed, family-oriented tone for the evening.

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For the premiere, Bella wore a custom white strapless Prada gown with a structured jeweled bust and an ankle-length hem and a trailing train. She completed the look with a satin shawl, pointed pumps, and sparkling Chopard diamonds. Next to her, Anwar wore a classic black tuxedo with a white tie, keeping the look clean and understated.

Photographers caught the siblings walking together at the event, and their low-key coordination stood out against the usual red carpet activity. Earlier that day, Bella was spotted arriving in Nice ahead of the premiere, dressed in relaxed sportswear with no immediate indication she would later appear on the red carpet that evening. It’s classic Cannes for her.

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On May 17, Bella was also seen with her mother, Yolanda Hadid, during a relaxed boat ride along the French Riviera. She opted for relaxed off-duty looks that matched the coastal mood, moving away from red carpet styling.

This marked Bella’s first major Cannes red carpet appearance of the season. She Continues her consistent presence at the festival. Year after year, the festival remains a consistent stage for her, where she moves between couture statements and relaxed off-duty style.

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