Ailava Samuels, a Samoan-Fijian beauty queen from Nasinu, Fiji, made history in 2026 as the second Miss Pacific Islands from Fiji. She has participated in various beauty pageants, winning titles such as Miss Valelevu 2025 and Miss Fiji 2025 first runner-up. Alongside beauty, she advocates cancer awareness through the Fiji Cancer Society.
13 things about Miss Universe La Union 2026 Bea Millan-Windorski
Beatrice Rebecca "Bea" Millan-Windorski, a Filipino-American beauty queen from Wisconsin, represents La Union, Philippines in Miss Universe Philippines 2026 after achieving titles like Miss Earth USA 2024 and Miss Wisconsin Earth 2023. She is an advocate for climate refugee rights and holds degrees in history and international relations.
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13 things about Miss Global Fiji 2025 Nadine Roberts
Nadine Roberts, an Australian beauty queen of Fijian descent, has represented Australia and Fiji in various international pageants. Married to businessman Jamie McIntyre, who faced legal issues, she has navigated a tumultuous pageant career. In 2024, she was briefly crowned and then dethroned as Miss Universe Fiji. Roberts is active in anti-vaccination rallies and continues to compete in beauty contests.
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13 things about Miss Universe Fiji 2024 Manshika Prasad
Manshika Prasad, the first Miss Universe Fiji, advocates against domestic violence, a cause stemming from personal experience. Born in Fiji, she moved to Australia for education, holding various executive roles. Prasad won Miss Universe Fiji 2024 but faced dethronement amid controversy; her title was later reinstated. She competed in Miss Universe 2024.
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51 Miss Universe Philippines 2026 candidates to compete in Pasay
Ahtisa Manalo, representing Quezon, initially placed second runner-up at Miss Universe Philippines 2024 before winning the title in 2025. She will return to crown her successor in 2026, where 51 contestants are vying for the Miss Universe Philippines title. The seventh edition of the pageant will be held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
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Shared brain biomarker for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder identified
A study by researchers from the University of Florence and others reveals significant neurological links between schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, indicating a psychosis spectrum. Analyzing 30 years of MRI data, they identified white matter alterations in the corpus callosum that could serve as biomarkers, enhancing diagnosis and risk assessment for these disorders.
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US-funded hepatitis B trial in Guinea-Bissau is unethical: WHO
The WHO criticized a U.S.-funded hepatitis B vaccine trial in Guinea-Bissau as unethical, raising concerns about exposing infants to harm by delaying vaccination. The trial, involving 14,000 newborns, faced backlash amid local outrage over its methods. Following the WHO's intervention, the Guinea-Bissau government suspended the study.
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13 things about Miss Pacific Islands 2024 Moemoana Schwenke
Moemoana Safa’ato’a Schwenke, a Samoan climate activist and performing arts practitioner, won Miss Pacific Islands in 2024. A University of Wollongong alumna, she actively advocates for climate action. Born in Samoa, she also excels in fire-knife dancing, theater, and has participated in multiple climate conferences, highlighting her commitment to environmental issues.
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Litara Ieremia Allan crowns Miss Pacific Islands 2026 Ailava Samuels on Denarau Island, Nadi
Litara Loma Leilani Ieremia Allan of Samoa won Miss Pacific Islands 2025 at Friendship Hall in Honiara, Solomon Islands on February 8, 2025. Eight candidates competed for the title. On February 14, 2026, Allan crowned her successor Ailava Samuels of Fiji at the Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa on Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji. Seven candidates competed for … Continue reading Litara Ieremia Allan crowns Miss Pacific Islands 2026 Ailava Samuels on Denarau Island, Nadi
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Delaware sets deadline for insurance data security
Trinidad Navarro, Delaware's insurance commissioner, has reiterated the importance of compliance with the Delaware Insurance Data Security Act ahead of the February 15, 2026 deadline. The Act mandates insurers to implement strong data security measures, notify authorities of breaches swiftly, and provide affected consumers with credit monitoring and investigation of incidents.
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