Syed Muhammad Zaid Alvi, a Pakistani doctor from East Lansing, Michigan, has a varied medical career, including roles in Karachi and internships in the U.S. He earned multiple qualifications and worked at prominent hospitals before being terminated in 2025 due to criminal charges involving child sexual abuse.
13 things about Japan’s prime minister Sanae Takaichi
Sanae Takaichi, born in Nara, Japan, is the first female prime minister and president of the Liberal Democratic Party. She has a diverse political career, having served in various roles since 1993, including Japan's Minister for Internal Affairs. Takaichi, an alumna of Kobe University, remarried in 2021 and has adopted children.
13 things about Miss Grand International 2025 Emma Tiglao
Emma Mary Francisco Tiglao, a Filipino television presenter and beauty queen, represented Pampanga in Miss Grand Philippines and later won titles in Miss Grand International. Born in Mabalacat, she has participated in various beauty pageants since 2012, achieving significant placements. Her career spans event hosting, news anchoring, and youth advocacy.
13 things about Miss Grand Jamaica 2025 Matea Mahal Smith
Matea Mahal Pantoja Smith, born on January 18, 2002, in Florida, represents the Filipino community in various beauty pageants. She attended the University of Florida and has participated in multiple competitions, winning titles like Miss Filipina International 2023 and Miss Grand Jamaica 2025. Her diverse heritage includes Jamaican and Filipino roots.
13 things about Miss Grand Indonesia 2025 Vina Sitorus
Vina Anggi Sitorus, an Indonesian environmental activist and beauty queen, represented Kalimantan Tengah in Miss Grand Indonesia and finished as a semifinalist in Miss Grand International. She has received numerous accolades, including first runner-up in Miss Universe Indonesia 2023 and the title of Miss Grand Indonesia 2025, while advocating for sustainability.
CJ Opiaza crowns Miss Grand International 2025 Emma Tiglao in Bangkok
Christine Juliane “CJ” Opiaza of the Philippines was runner-up at Miss Grand International 2024, then became the titleholder in June 2025 following Rachel Gupta's resignation. On October 18, 2025, she crowned her successor, Emma Tiglao, during the pageant held in Bangkok, which featured 77 candidates and various special awards.
10 things about Jilin’s Xuhe Hou
Xuhe Hou, a Chinese model and beauty queen, withdrew from Miss Universe 2025 one month prior to the event. Born in 2006 in Jilin, China, she won Miss Universe China 2024 and participated in notable fashion weeks. She later crowned her successor for Miss Universe 2026 before her withdrawal.
Gaza City’s Mahmoud Al-Muhtadi jailed in St. Martinville, Louisiana
Mahmoud Amin Ya’qub Al-Muhtadi, 33, is a native of Gaza, Palestine. On October 16, 2025, he was arrested for his alleged involvement in the Hamas-led terrorist attack against Israel on October 7, 2023.
Miss Grand International 2025 could be Madelyn Mejia, Nariman Battikha, Faith Porter
Rachel Gupta of India won Miss Grand International 2024 at the MGI Hall in Bangkok, Thailand on October 25, 2024 but she gave up the title on May 28, 2025. As the first runner-up, Christine Juliane “CJ” Hinkle Opiaza of the Philippines took over and was officially crowned on June 3, 2025 at the same venue. Gupta turned … Continue reading Miss Grand International 2025 could be Madelyn Mejia, Nariman Battikha, Faith Porter
10 things about The Miss Globe 2025 Chayathanus Saradatta
Chayathanus Saradatta represented Khon Kaen, Thailand in the 12th edition of Miss Grand Thailand. She represented the country in the 22nd edition of The Miss Globe. BIOGRAPHY Saradatta is a Thai actor, model and beauty queen of Hainanese descent. Aside from Khon Kaen, she has lived in other parts of Thailand including Lamphun. On January … Continue reading 10 things about The Miss Globe 2025 Chayathanus Saradatta
