Oliver Cheung Chi Jie, a Hong Kong financial analyst and bodybuilder, competed in the ninth Mister Global pageant. He graduated magna cum laude in economics from UC San Diego. Cheung won a bodybuilding competition in 2021 and was crowned Mister Global Hong Kong 2023, finishing as first runner-up at the global event.
37 Miss Aura International 2026 candidates competing in Kemer, Antalya
Krishan Pauline Alerre from the Philippines won the Miss Aura International 2026 title in Turkey, competing against 41 candidates. Kira Andreea Stan from Romania was the runner-up, followed by participants from the Czech Republic, Thailand, and Kyrgyzstan. The next coronation will be on May 22, 2026, at the FashionTV Luxe Resort.
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BKB champ Rolando Dy KOs Brooklyn, New York’s Paul Malignaggi in Manchester
Rolando Gabriel Dy successfully defended his Bare Knuckle Boxing Super Welterweight World Championship title at "BKB 54: Mayhem in Manchester" by defeating Paul Malignaggi via knockout in the second round. Dy’s performance solidifies his status as a top fighter and a proud representative of the Philippines in global combat sports.
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Rolando Dy, Rodrigo Duterte and Sara Duterte’s trials and defenses
Rolando Dy, the first Filipino Bare Knuckle Boxing World Super Welterweight Champion, won his title on December 5, 2025. He will defend it against Paul Malignaggi on May 16, 2026. Meanwhile, political turmoil surrounds Sara Duterte's impeachment trial and her father Rodrigo's ICC case for alleged crimes against humanity, reflecting significant challenges ahead.
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13 things about Miss Worldwide Philippines 2026 Nicole Borromeo
Nicole Yance Borromeo, a beauty queen from Cebu, Philippines, has held multiple titles including Miss Cebu City Olympics 2016, Bb. Pilipinas-International 2022, and Miss International 2023 third runner-up. With a background in interior design, she has participated in numerous pageants and continues to represent her country in various competitions.
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13 things about Miss Cosmo Philippines 2026 Bella Ysmael
Maria Ysabella Roxas Ysmael, known as Bella Ysmael, is a Filipino-Spanish-Lebanese entrepreneur and beauty queen representing the Philippines in several pageants, including Miss Universe and Miss Cosmo. With a background in psychology from De La Salle University, she has diverse experiences in fashion and business, and has gained recognition for her achievements in pageantry.
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Ahtisa Manalo crowns Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Bea Millan-Windorski in Pasay
Maria Ahtisa Manalo of Quezon, Philippines won Miss Universe Philippines 2025 on May 2, 2025, competing against 66 candidates. She crowned her successor, Bea Millan-Windorski of La Union, on May 2, 2026, at the same venue, where 50 candidates participated. Various special awards were also presented during the pageant events.
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Daniel Palacio launches Carwajee’s ‘Asawa’ via Imperium Entertainment
Daniel Palacio has transitioned from filmmaking to songwriting with the duo Carwajee, releasing their debut single "Asawa". The band consists of buskers Richter Kent Velasco and Kenlei Serwelas, discovered online by Palacio. Carwajee showcases Palacio’s songwriting, blending film narrative with music, under the newly founded Imperium Entertainment.
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13 things about Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Bea Millan Windorski
Beatrice Rebecca "Bea" Millan Windorski is a Filipino-American beauty queen who has competed in various pageants, including Miss Earth and Miss Universe. An environmental advocate and language enthusiast, she has earned degrees in history and international relations. Millan-Windorski will represent the Philippines at Miss Universe 2026.
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13 things about Miss Universe Baguio 2026 Roxanne Baeyens
Roxanne Agnaonao Baeyens, a Belgian-Igorot model and actress from Baguio City, Philippines, has achieved notable success in beauty pageants, including being crowned Miss Philippines Earth 2020 and Miss Earth-Water 2020. She also acts under the name Roxie Smith and garnered attention in films and TV series, alongside her role as national director of Miss Bikini Philippines.
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