Chile’s Hil Hernandez crowns Miss Earth 2007 Jessica Trisko in Quezon City, Metro Manila

Hil Hernandez, representing Chile, won Miss Earth 2006 in Manila at age 22. Nearly a year later, she crowned Jessica Trisko from Canada as Miss Earth 2007. The pageant featured 88 candidates, with notable awards including Best in Talent to Monica Baliunaite and the Beauty for a Cause Award to Bokang Montjane.

88 Miss Earth 2007 candidates competing in Quezon City, Philippines

Miss Earth, launched on April 3, 2001, by Carousel Productions in the Philippines, focuses on environmental issues. Miss Earth 2006, Hil Yesenia Hernández Escobar of Chile, will crown her successor on November 11, 2007. The 2007 edition features 88 contestants from various countries competing for the title.

Shim Hyung-rae’s film ‘D-War’, Foo Fighters’ album ‘Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace’ released

"D-War," an action-adventure fantasy film written and directed by Shim Hyung-rae, premiered at the Berlin Film Market before its U.S. release on September 14, 2007. It is the highest-budgeted South Korean film, featuring Jason Behr. Meanwhile, the Foo Fighters released their sixth album, "Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace," on September 25, 2007.

Gustavo Gianetti crowns Mister World 2007 Juan Garcia Postigo in Sanya

Gustavo Cabral Narciso Gianetti from Brazil won Mister World 2003 in London on August 9, with 38 competitors. On March 31, 2007, Juan Francisco García Postigo from Spain succeeded him in Sanya, China, with 56 candidates vying for the title. The event included notable judges and a diverse range of finalists.

56 Mister World 2007 candidates competing in Sanya

Gustavo Cabral Narciso Gianetti represented Brazil and won the title of Mister World 2003 on August 9 in London, competing against 37 candidates. He will crown his successor at the Mister World 2007 pageant in Sanya, China, where 56 contestants from various countries will compete for the title.

Charm Osathanond crowns Miss Thailand Universe 2007 Farung Yuthithum in Bangkok

On March 25, 2006, Charm Osathanond was crowned Miss Thailand Universe 2006, competing against 43 candidates. She later participated in Miss Universe 2006, finishing in the Top 20. In March 2007, she crowned Farung Yuthithum as her successor for Miss Thailand Universe, who would represent Thailand in Miss Universe 2007.

Lebanon’s 6 most handsome men alive 2006

Lebanon is home to Miss Universe 1971 Georgina Rizk and Miss International 2002 Christina Sawaya. The country is located between Syria to the north and east and Israel to the south while Cyprus lies to its west across the Mediterranean Sea. On November 22, 1943, the French Mandate over Lebanon ended and on October 24, … Continue reading Lebanon’s 6 most handsome men alive 2006

Tan Chui Mui’s film ‘Love Conquers All’, Gary Chaw’s album ‘Superman’ released

"Love Conquers All," released in Malaysia on December 21, 2006, features Coral Ong Li Whei as Ping, who falls in love with John in Kuala Lumpur while having a boyfriend in Penang. The film, directed by Tan Chui Mui, was showcased at international festivals. Gary Chaw's second album "Superman" followed shortly after.

Venezuela’s Alexandra Braun crowns Miss Earth 2006 Hil Hernandez in Manila, Philippines

Alexandra Braun from Venezuela was crowned Miss Earth 2005 in the Philippines, marking the first win for her country. In 2006, she returned to crown Hil Yesenia Hernández Escobar from Chile as Miss Earth, the first winner from Chile. The 2006 pageant featured 82 candidates and various special awards.

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82 Miss Earth 2006 candidates competing in Manila, Philippines

Miss Earth, launched on April 3, 2001, is an international beauty pageant emphasizing environmental advocacy, organized by Carousel Productions in the Philippines. The 2006 edition featured 82 contestants. Miss Earth 2005, Alexandra Braun of Venezuela, crowned her successor on November 26, 2006, at the National Museum in Manila.