Julio Ángel Torres Roche, 19, from Puerto Rico, was arrested as part of a federal crackdown on the violent Los Viraos organization. His arrests involved possession of drugs and firearms. Torres and 42 others were indicted by a federal grand jury in September 2025, leading to further investigations and seizures by authorities.
13 things about Miss Universe Belize 2025 Isabella Zabaneh
Isabella Zabaneh, a Belizean-American model, represented North Tampa in the Miss Florida Teen USA and Belize in Miss Universe. Born in Dallas, her accomplishments include winning Miss Independence 2018, co-founding Project Royalty, and earning degrees in political science and international relations. She participated in various internships and modeled professionally.
ICE arrests Mario Ynfante in Wyoming, Michigan, Cuello Garcia in Miami-Dade County, Florida
During the Thanksgiving weekend, ICE arrested several serious offenders, including Cuban illegal aliens Mario Ynfante and Cuello Garcia, both with criminal records. Ynfante faced sexual conduct charges involving minors and is a registered sex offender. Meanwhile, Cuba's president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, continues to navigate international criticism related to the U.S. embargo.
10 things about Khost’s Rahmanullah Lakanwal
Rahmanullah Lakanwal is originally from Khost, Afghanistan. He worked with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) before relocating to Bellingham, Washington. His asylum application in the U.S. was approved in 2025.
13 things about Mister Universe Russia 2025 Anton Ivannikov
Anton Ivannikov, a 35-year-old Russian actor, model, and fitness director, will represent Russia at Mister Universe 2025. Based in Miami Beach, he has a diverse background in management and modeling. Bilingual in Russian and English, Ivannikov transitioned to the U.S. to pursue a career in entertainment and fitness.
13 things about Mister World USA 2024 Daryn Friedman
Daryn Alexander Friedman, a 26-year-old kinesiologist and model from Hollywood, Florida, has competed in prestigious pageants like Mister USA and Mister International. He holds titles such as Mister International USA 2022 and first runner-up at Mister USA 2024. His achievements also include winning the 2021 World's Perfect Model Search.
13 things about Mister World 2024 Danny Mejia
Daniel Felipe Mejia Romero, known as Danny Mejia, is a trilingual Puerto Rican singer and dancer, recognized as the first Mister World from Puerto Rico. Born on October 30, 1997, in Miami, he graduated from Stetson University and has been active in charitable work. He won Mister World 2024, showcasing his talents globally.
10 things about Mister World Mexico 2024 Alan Salazar
Alan Salazar Casillas, a Mexican calisthenics coach and model, won Mister World Mexico 2024 representing Mexico City. He graduated in environmental engineering in 2023 and is bilingual. Salazar has traveled to various countries, participated in international competitions, and earned accolades, including being a Mister World 2024 semifinalist.
10 things about Mister World Caribbean 2024 Tarique Barrett
Tarique Sheldon Barrett, a Jamaican model, won Mister World Jamaica in 2024 and represented the country in Mister World 2024, where he was crowned Mister World Caribbean. Raised in Mountain View, he is pursuing a degree at the University of the West Indies and actively engages in sports and community workshops.
10 things about Mister International El Salvador 2024 Josue Molina
Josue David Molina Zelaya, a Salvadoran surfing instructor and beauty king from San Salvador, represented his country in Mister World and Mister International 2024. He is trilingual, studying mechanical engineering, and enjoys extreme sports. Born in 1998, he has traveled extensively across Central and South America, as well as Asia.
