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.
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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Bond for Marion, Ohio cop Brendan Damron set at $250K
Marion, Ohio police officer Brendan Damron, 24, is accused of sexually assaulting a woman on February 11, 2026. He was arrested on February 12, 2026. He was charged with one count of third-degree abduction and two counts of first-degree rape.
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Nancy Guthrie’s family gets ransom texts; Hawthorne, California’s Derrick Callella arrested, released
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing from her Arizona home on February 1, 2026, following a suspected kidnapping by an unknown male. Derrick Callella, 42, was later arrested for sending ransom texts to her family, using a disguised phone number. He faces federal charges related to the incident.
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7 Miss Pacific Islands 2026 candidates competing on Denarau Island, Nadi
Litara Loma Leilani Ieremia Allan of Samoa won the Miss Pacific Islands 2025 title on February 8. Racheal Guttenbeil from Tonga was the runner-up. The next competition will take place on February 14, 2026, in Fiji, featuring seven contestants from various Pacific nations, marking the pageant's 37th edition.
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Nguyen Huu Hung crowns Mister Tourism World 2026 Phacharaphon Suksamran in Chiang Mai
Nguyễn Hữu Hưng from Vietnam was crowned Mister Tourism World 2025 on February 18, 2025. He later crowned Phacharaphon Suksamran of Thailand as his successor on February 12, 2026, in Chiang Mai. The 2026 competition showcased 19 candidates, with various winners across continental titles and special awards.
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