Why Chicago, Illinois cop Jason Van Dyke shot Laquan McDonald 16 times

Laquan Joseph McDonald of Chicago, Illinois, United States died at the age of 17. He was shot by a police officer 16 times. At 9:54 p.m. on October 20, 2014, McDonald was carrying a knife while walking along South Pulaski Road in Chicago. The African American teen was allegedly breaking into vehicles in a trucking … Continue reading Why Chicago, Illinois cop Jason Van Dyke shot Laquan McDonald 16 times

Maureen Montagne crowns Miss Arizona USA 2016 in Mesa

Maureen Montagne, born in Chandler, Arizona, is a notable beauty queen, having been the third princess at Miss Asia Arizona 2011 and first runner-up at Mutya ng Pilipinas 2013. She represented South Chandler and won Miss Arizona USA 2015, crowning Chelsea Myers as her successor the following year.

Janet Tremblay biography: 10 things about Salem, New Hampshire woman

Janet M. Tremblay was a resident of Salem, New Hampshire, United States. Here are 10 more things about her: She was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA to Fred Bogannam to Edith Graham Bogannam. She enjoyed painting ceramics, crocheting and decorating. She worked at various employers including Raytheon and BJ’s. She was a school bus driver … Continue reading Janet Tremblay biography: 10 things about Salem, New Hampshire woman

36 Mister International 2015 candidates to compete in Pasay

Neil Perez, also known as Mariano Perez Flormata Jr., won Mister International 2014 in Seoul, South Korea, becoming the first Filipino and police officer to achieve this title. At the upcoming 2015 pageant, he will crown his successor among 37 contestants from various countries, including Australia, Belgium, and the Philippines.

Miss Brazil 2015 results: Melissa Gurgel crowns Marthina Brandt in São Paulo

beauty pageant: Miss Brazil (Miss Brazil Be Emotion) edition: 61st international membership: Miss Universe venue: Citibank Hall, São Paulo, Brazil  date: November 18, 2015 candidates: 27 CANDIDATES PLACEMENTNAME (HOMETOWN)Top 15​Amanda Balbino (Distrito Federal) Leticia Alencar (Piaui)Gabriela Gallas (Parana) Sayonara Veras (Pernambuco) Nathalia Pinheiro (Rio de Janeiro)Top 10Patricia Guerra (Bahia)Thaynara Fernandes (Goias)Isadora Amorim (Maranhão)Stefhanie Zanelli (Minas … Continue reading Miss Brazil 2015 results: Melissa Gurgel crowns Marthina Brandt in São Paulo

Complete list of Miss Brazil 2015 candidates

Miss Universe Brazil 2014 Melissa Gurgel, 21, of Fortaleza, Ceara, Brazil will crown her successor at the Citibank Hall in São Paulo, Brazil on November 18, 2015. It is the 61st edition of the national beauty pageant that selects Brazil's Miss Universe candidate. Currently, Brazil has two Miss Universe crowns, which were won by Ieda … Continue reading Complete list of Miss Brazil 2015 candidates

Puerto Rico’s Christian Ortiz wins Mister Universal Ambassador 2015 in Surabaya

The first Mister Universal Ambassador was held on November 11, 2015, in Surabaya, Indonesia, with 19 candidates participating. Christian Daniel Ortiz Gonzalez from Puerto Rico won the title. Other notable placements included Brett Murray from New Zealand and Izuchukwu Anoliefo from Nigeria. Special awards recognized contestants for various attributes, enhancing the event's prestige.

19 Mister Universal Ambassador 2015 candidates to compete in Surabaya

Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, will host the inaugural Mister Universal Ambassador 2015 beauty pageant on November 11, featuring 19 contestants from various countries. The city is notable for its universities and has produced several beauty pageant finalists, including Kamidia Radisti and Elvira Devinamira. The event will occur at Gedung Kesenian Cak Durasim.

Miss Mississippi USA 2016 results: Courtney Byrd crowns Haley Sowers in Tunica Resorts

The 58th Miss Mississippi USA pageant took place on October 31, 2015, at Gold Strike Casino. Haley Sowers won the title, with April Mayfield as 1st runner-up. Tamecia Myers was named Miss Congeniality. Courtney Byrd represented Mississippi at Miss USA 2015 but did not place among the finalists.

Juan David Zarama crowns Mr. Real Universe 2015 Cristobal Alvarez in Guayaquil

Juan David Zarama Perini, representing Colombia, won the Mr. Real Universe title in 2014, competing in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Born on January 12, 1991, he is studying law while modeling. He later crowned Cristobal Alvarez Leiva from Chile as his successor in 2015 during the event with 22 candidates.