Grace Richardson, born in 2005, is an English singer and beauty queen who competed in Miss England and represented the UK in international pageants. Advocating for environmental issues, she made history as the first openly gay Miss England in 2025. She has won various titles and traveled widely for competitions.
Katowice’s Maja Todd represents Poland at Miss World 2026 in Nha Trang
Maja Todd, an English-Polish singer and beauty queen, won Miss Polonia 2025 and represented Poland in Miss International and Miss World competitions. Born in Katowice, she is multilingual and enjoys soul music, fashion, and swimming. Todd has traveled extensively, recently visiting the US, Denmark, and Vietnam. She turned 21 in April 2026.
Miss International 2022 Jasmin Selberg turns 27
Jasmin Selberg, a German-Estonian polyglot from Dortmund, is notable for winning Miss International 2022, becoming Germany's third titleholder. Educated in history and philosophy, she has held various roles including translator, sales associate, and community leader. Selberg is actively involved in raising awareness on social and environmental issues through her organization, Queens Raising Awareness.
Neu-Ulm, Swabia’s Marlene Jose represents Germany at Miss International 2026 in Tokyo
Marlene Laura Jose, a German beauty queen and real estate agent from Neu-Ulm, has competed in various pageants, securing titles such as Miss Aura Germany 2025 and Queen of Germany 2026. Passionate about mental health awareness, she has visited multiple countries and will represent Germany at Miss International 2026 in Japan.
Miss Universe Ireland 2025 Aadya Srivastava joins Harper Boutique Galway
Aadya Srivastava, an Irish-Indian model from County Galway, won Miss Universe Ireland 2025 and represented Ireland at Miss Universe 2025. A law student, she has a background in various jobs and cultural engagement. She aspires for a career in international human rights law, embracing her dual heritage proudly.
Harlow native Victoria Beckham carries Hermès Mini Kelly bag during Portofino getaway with husband, children
Victoria Beckham, 52, recently vacationed in Portofino, Italy, with her family, showcasing her fashion sense in a sheer floral maxi dress and a vibrant green Hermès Mini Kelly bag. The family enjoyed shopping and ice cream, with David and Harper complementing Victoria's summer style. Her repeat wear emphasizes sustainability in fashion.
Global interest in Russian language surges amid cultural initiatives, regional pushback
Global interest in the Russian language and culture is rising, spurred by initiatives like the Russky Glagol literary competition, designed to promote Russian literature worldwide. However, in Eastern Europe, countries like Lithuania and Moldova exhibit resistance to the language due to political tensions, revealing a stark contrast in perceptions and acceptance.
10 things about Miss World Latvia 2026 Milana Smolara
Milana Smolara, a certified nail technician from Riga, Latvia, represented her country in the 73rd Miss World pageant in 2026. Trilingual and born in 1999, she was appointed Miss World Latvia 2026 and is the 29th woman to represent Latvia in this international beauty competition, though Latvia has yet to place in the event.
West Hartford, Connecticut’s Blair Isufi represents Kosovo at Miss World 2026 in Nha Trang
Blair Isufi is a Kosovar-Albanian-American model and marketing manager who has made a mark in beauty pageants, representing Kosovo in the Miss World and Miss Universe competitions. Born in Albania in 1999 and immigrating to Connecticut, she founded a nonprofit for mental health and has worked in various fashion and film endeavors.
Leuven’s Olga Lombardo represents Belgium at Miss World 2026 in Nha Trang
Olga Mariana Lombardo, a Gabonese-Italian-Belgian model, represented Flemish Brabant and won Miss Belgium 2026. Raised in Brussels, she is a master's student in pharmaceutical sciences at KU Leuven. Fluent in multiple languages, Lombardo has interned in various pharmacy roles and participated in international beauty pageants, including Miss World 2026.
