SAN FRANCISCO, United States — Montana on Wednesday became the first US state to ban TikTok, with the law set to take effect next year as debate escalates over the impact and security of the popular video app.

NEW YORK, United States — Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle were involved in a "near catastrophic car chase" with paparazzi in New York, a spokesperson for the couple said Wednesday.

PARIS, France — Ruben Ostlund, head of this year's Cannes festival jury, said Tuesday he supports the screenwriters strike in Hollywood ahead of the opening ceremony for the industry shindig on the French Riviera.

Beauty queen turned actress Kylie Verzosa made a surprise appearance on the opening day of the 2023 Cannes Film Festival.

Makati's Michelle Dee has been crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2023 during the coronation night at the Mall of Asia Arena on May 13.