2012 French Open results: Spain’s Rafael Nadal wins men’s singles in Paris, France

tennis tournament: French Open edition: 116th dates: May 27, 2012 - June 11, 2012 venue: Roland Garros Stadium, Paris, France event: men's singles defending champion: Rafael Nadal (Spain) WINNERS PLACEMENTTENNIS PLAYERSChampionRafael NadalSpain1st runner-upNovak DjokovicSerbiaSemifinalistsDavid FerrerSpainRoger FedererSwitzerlandQuarterfinalistsJuan Martin del PotroArgentinaJo-Wilfried TsongaFranceNicolas AlmagroSpainAndy MurrayUK https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWg9DVn1Yuo

Miss Universe Thailand 2012 results: Chanyasorn Sakornchan crowns Nutpimon Natthayalak in Bangkok

beauty pageant: Miss Universe Thailand edition: 13th international memberships: Miss Universe, Miss Earth venue: Siam Pavalai Royal Grand Theatre, Siam Paragon, Bangkok, Thailand date: June 2, 2012 broadcaster: Channel 5 hosts: Kanit Sarasin, Elizabeth Sadler performers: Thongchai McIntyre, Sukrit Wisetkaew, Thanakrit Panichwid, Chutima Durongdej, Farung Yuthithum, Nuttamon Krisnakupt candidates: 44 JUDGES Preeya Kullavanich Petcharaporn Watcharapol Patra Sila-on … Continue reading Miss Universe Thailand 2012 results: Chanyasorn Sakornchan crowns Nutpimon Natthayalak in Bangkok

John T. Pierson biography: 13 things about US Navy veteran from Milford, Delaware

John T. Pierson was an American man from Delaware, United States. His nickname was Jack. Pierson was Barbara "Bobbi" Rambo Pierson's husband. Here are 13 more things about him: He lived in Milford, Delaware. He is John Pierson and Minna Lou Moorefield Pierson's son. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and reading math books. He was an avid fan … Continue reading John T. Pierson biography: 13 things about US Navy veteran from Milford, Delaware

‘Euphoria’ by Loreen wins Eurovision 2012 in Baku

"Euphoria," performed by Loreen, won the 57th Eurovision Song Contest on May 26, 2012, representing Sweden. The competition featured 42 entries and was executive produced by Adil Kerimli, aired by İctimai Television. Loreen, a former "Idol" contestant, gained fame for her impactful performance, elevating Sweden's status in the contest.

Miss World Canada 2012 results: Riza Santos crowns Tara Teng in Richmond, British Columbia

Canada has achieved 13 Miss World placements since 1984, with notable runners-up like Connie Fitzpatrick and Nazanin Afshin-Jam. The 2012 Miss World Canada event featured 32 candidates. Tara Teng from Vancouver won.

Miss Brazil 2012 results: Priscila Machado crowns Gabriela Markus in Fortaleza, Ceara

beauty pageant: Miss Brazil edition: 58th international membership: Miss Universe venue: Centrode Eventos do Ceara, Fortaleza, Ceara, Brazil  date: May 12, 2012 hosts: Sergio Marone, Adriane Galisteu performer: Gaby Amarantos broadcaster: Rede Bandeirantes candidates: 27 FINALISTS Top 10Vívian Amorim (Amazonas)Milena Ferrer (Ceara)Fernanda Pereira (Espirito Santo)Rayanne Morais (Rio de Janeiro)Manoela Deschamps (Santa Catarina)Top 5Tamíris Rodrigues (Distrito … Continue reading Miss Brazil 2012 results: Priscila Machado crowns Gabriela Markus in Fortaleza, Ceara

Complete list of Miss Brazil 2012 candidates

Miss Universe Brazil 2011 Priscila Machado, 26, of Canoas, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil will crown her successor at the Centrode Eventos do Ceara in Fortaleza, Ceara, Brazil on May 12, 2012. It is the 58th edition of the national beauty pageant that selects Brazil's Miss Universe candidate. Currently, Brazil has two Miss Universe crowns, … Continue reading Complete list of Miss Brazil 2012 candidates

Complete list of Miss World Canada 2012 candidates

Canada has achieved 13 placements in Miss World history, with notable runners-up, including Connie Fitzpatrick and Nazanin Afshin-Jam. The 54th Miss World Canada pageant occurred on May 13, 2012, featuring 32 contestants vying for the title, which was previously held by Riza Raquel Santos in 2011.

Wilma Mitchell biography: 13 things about North Webster, Indiana woman

Wilma May Mitchell was a resident of North Webster, Tippecanoe Township, Kosciusko County, Indiana, United States. She has five sisters namely Jewell Crume, Annabell Snyder, Mary Mathias, Helen Love and Suzella Hinton and four brothers namely Carl Wilfong, Eldon Manlove, Charles Wilfong and Bill Wilfong.  Wilma was a member of the North Webster United Methodist … Continue reading Wilma Mitchell biography: 13 things about North Webster, Indiana woman

Whitney Houston biography: 13 things about singer born in Newark, New Jersey

Whitney Elizabeth Houston was an African-American singer and actress born in Newark, New Jersey, United States to former U.S. Army serviceman and Newark city administrator John Russell Houston Jr. and gospel singer Emily "Cissy" Drinkard Houston. Gary Garland is Whitney's half-brother while Dionne Warwick, Dee Dee Warwick and Leontyne Price are her cousins. Among the awards Whitney … Continue reading Whitney Houston biography: 13 things about singer born in Newark, New Jersey