80 Miss International 2026 candidates to compete in Tokyo

Catalina Duque Abréu represented Colombia and won Miss International 2026 on November 27, 2025, in Tokyo, competing against 79 others. Yollanda Chimbarami from Zimbabwe was the runner-up, followed by contestants from Bolivia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Duque will crown her successor on November 25, 2026, at the Tokyo Dome City Hall.

81 Miss Earth 2026 candidates to compete in the Philippines

Natálie Puškinová represented the Czech Republic at Miss Earth 2025, competed against 76 other candidates at the Okada Manila in Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines on November 5, 2025 and won the title. Also crowned were Miss Earth-Air 2025 Sóldís Ívarsdóttir of Iceland, Miss Earth-Water 2025 Mỹ Anh Trịnh of Vietnam and Miss Earth-Fire 2025 Waree … Continue reading 81 Miss Earth 2026 candidates to compete in the Philippines

Jalen Hurts placed on IR with blood clots amid battle over medical protocols

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is set to miss the rest of the 2026 NFL season due to severe blood clots discovered in his lungs after a calf injury. The situation raises concerns about player safety and medical procedures, prompting the NFLPA to demand an independent investigation into Hurts' medical care amid conflicting views with league officials.

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120 Miss Universe 2026 candidates to compete in San Juan

The Miss Universe 2026 coronation ceremony will be held at the José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum in San Juan, Puerto Rico, United States on November 24, 2026. It is the 75th edition of the international beauty pageant currently owned by JKN Global Group and Legacy Holding Group. Miss Universe 2026 contestants A total of 120 women will … Continue reading 120 Miss Universe 2026 candidates to compete in San Juan

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Nguyen Dinh Nhu Van crowns Miss Global 2026 Saffron Snook in Nonthaburi

Nguyễn Đình Như Vân from Vietnam was crowned Miss Global 2025 on March 9, 2025, in Thailand. She later passed the title to Saffron Maya Snook of Thailand at the Miss Global 2026 pageant held on October 11, 2026, which featured 73 candidates and various special awards.

Golden State Warriors secures Greenfield, Wisconsin native Brandin Podziemski with $110M extension

The Golden State Warriors have signed a five-year, $110 million extension with guard Brandin Podziemski, 23, ahead of the rookie-scale extension deadline. Despite earning All-Rookie honors and significant contributions, analysts debate the contract's wisdom due to his complementary role and potential to evolve into a star amidst the aging roster.

Anthropic’s Claude AI submits fake homicide tip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania police

Artificial intelligence safety is under scrutiny after Anthropic’s Claude AI mistakenly submitted a false homicide tip during automated testing. The Philadelphia Police flagged the submission, avoiding complications. Anthropic has ceased the testing sequence and enhanced validation measures, while city officials emphasize the need for stricter safeguards in AI technologies.

Fresno, California’s Anthony Tub Zaj Moua is Mister Global Hmong 2026

Anthony Tub Zaj Moua, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Hmong American from California, is a multifaceted individual who excels as a singer, actor, model, barber, and volleyball coach. In 2026, he won Mister Global Hmong and represented the Hmong community in the international Mister Global pageant in Thailand.

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Emma Tiglao crowns Miss Grand International 2026 Jihan Dimack in Bangkok

Emma Mary Tiglao from the Philippines won Miss Grand International 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 18. She crowned Jihan Dimack from Tanzania as her successor on October 10, 2026. The pageant featured 77 candidates, with Dimack winning alongside top placements from Ecuador and Thailand in a competitive event.

Isabela Fernades crowns Miss Asia Pacific International 2026 Sasiwararin Atsawahirankarn in Lapu-Lapu

Isabela Fernandes from Brazil won Miss Asia Pacific International 2025, held in Cebu, Philippines, on October 8, 2025. She crowned her successor, Sasiwararin Atsawahirankarn of Thailand, at the 2026 pageant in Lapu-Lapu on October 10, 2026. The event featured contestants from various countries with significant placements.