Kiyoshi Motohiko Italy, United States

13 things about Collegeville, Pennsylvania’s Esterina Mercogliano

Esterina Fiore Mercogliano was a resident of Collegeville, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. The borough is home to Ursinus College. BIOGRAPHY Mercogliano was an Italian-American woman. She has three brothers namely Antonio Fiore, Mario Fiore and Remigio Fiore and six sisters namely Marissa Fiore, Amelia Fiore, Nicolina Fiore, Salvatrice Fiore, Elena Fiore and Lisa Fiore. … Continue reading 13 things about Collegeville, Pennsylvania’s Esterina Mercogliano

Kiyoshi Motohiko Italy, United States

10 things about East Norriton Township, Pennsylvania’s Alfredo Mercogliano

Alfredo Mercogliano was a resident of East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. The township is home to Barley Sheaf Inn and Old Norriton Presbyterian Church.  On March 9, 1909, Norriton Township was divided into East Norriton Township and West Norriton Township. Both townships are served by the Norristown Area School District, which has six elementary schools, … Continue reading 10 things about East Norriton Township, Pennsylvania’s Alfredo Mercogliano

Coco Altatis beauty queens, Finland

13 things about Miss World Finland 2021 Emilia Lepomäki

Emilia Lepomäki is a Finnish entrepreneur, model, and beauty queen from Espoo. She has competed in several major pageants, including Miss World and Miss Earth, while holding titles such as Miss Eco Finland 2021. She also founded an influencer marketing app and became the Miss International Finland director in 2025.

Coco Altatis beauty pageants, Croatia

Zrinka Coric crowns Miss Universe Croatia 2025 Laura Gnjatovic in Zagreb

Zrinka Ćorić initially competed in Miss Universe Croatia 2020 but did not place. In 2024, she won the title and represented Croatia at Miss Universe 2024, finishing unplaced. She later crowned Laura Gnjatović as Miss Universe Croatia 2025, who will compete in Thailand.

Coco Altatis beauty queens, Belgium, Philippines

13 things about Miss Supranational 2023 first runner-up Pauline Amelinckx

Pauline Cucharo Amelinckx, a Belgian-Filipino beauty queen, represented the Philippines in Miss Supranational and was the first runner-up. An advocate for self-love, marine conservation, and mental health, she has held various titles, including Miss Universe Philippines 2020 third runner-up. She also hosts events and contributed to educational initiatives.

Coco Altatis beauty kings, Philippines, United Kingdom

10 things about UK’s Mister Pilipinas Worldwide 2025 candidate Michael Alfonso Carter

Michael Alfonso Carter, known as Mikey, is an English-Thai-Filipino model and basketball player from Romford, London. At 18, he competed in Mister Filipinas Royalty UK 2024, winning the title. He is studying computer science and has a passion for music. Carter aims to represent the U.K. in Mister Pilipinas Worldwide 2025.

Coco Altatis Croatia

Miss Universe Croatia 2025 could be Laura Gnjatović, Lea Turkalj, Ema Rutić

Croatia debuted in the Miss Universe pageant in 1997, achieving four placements since then. Zrinka Ćorić, crowned Miss Universe Croatia 2024, competed but was unplaced at Miss Universe 2024. The national pageant for Miss Universe Croatia 2025, with 14 candidates, will culminate in a live coronation on April 28, 2025.

Coco Altatis beauty pageants, Croatia

14 Miss Universe Croatia 2025 candidates competing in Zagreb

Croatia debuted in the Miss Universe pageant in 1997, achieving four placements to date. Zrinka Ćorić won Miss Universe Croatia 2024 but was unplaced at the international competition. The 2025 national pageant will crown her successor among 14 contestants, offering a scholarship as a prize.

Coco Altatis beauty queens, Croatia

10 things about Miss Universe Croatia 2022 Arijana Podgajski

Arijana Podgajski, a Croatian beauty queen from Krapina, represented Croatia in the 71st Miss Universe but did not place. Raised by a single mother, she enjoys reading, yoga, and hiking. Podgajski is pursuing economics at Ekonomski fakultet Zagreb and supports mental health and animal welfare causes.

Coco Altatis beauty queens, Croatia

10 things about Miss Universe Croatia 2021 Ora Antonia Ivanisevic

Ora Antonia Ivanišević, a Croatian makeup artist and beauty queen from Dubrovnik, represented Croatia in the 70th Miss Universe, won by Harnaaz Sandhu of India. She speaks multiple languages, holds a degree in tourism management, and has a passion for education. Ivanišević also engages in community service and wedding planning.