Madelyn Mejía, a 28-year-old engineer, model, and beauty queen from Peravia, Dominican Republic, has represented her country in various beauty pageants, including Miss Latinoamérica and Miss Grand International. She founded Escuela de Refinamiento and Madelyn Mejia Academy, winning several titles, including Miss Ambar Dominicana 2017 and Miss Grand Dominican Republic 2025.
CJ Opiaza crowns Miss Grand International 2025 Emma Tiglao in Bangkok
Christine Juliane “CJ” Opiaza of the Philippines was runner-up at Miss Grand International 2024, then became the titleholder in June 2025 following Rachel Gupta's resignation. On October 18, 2025, she crowned her successor, Emma Tiglao, during the pageant held in Bangkok, which featured 77 candidates and various special awards.
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10 things about Jilin’s Xuhe Hou
Xuhe Hou, a Chinese model and beauty queen, withdrew from Miss Universe 2025 one month prior to the event. Born in 2006 in Jilin, China, she won Miss Universe China 2024 and participated in notable fashion weeks. She later crowned her successor for Miss Universe 2026 before her withdrawal.
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Gaza City’s Mahmoud Al-Muhtadi jailed in St. Martinville, Louisiana
Mahmoud Amin Ya’qub Al-Muhtadi, 33, is a native of Gaza, Palestine. On October 16, 2025, he was arrested for his alleged involvement in the Hamas-led terrorist attack against Israel on October 7, 2023.
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13 things about Staten Island, New York’s Peter Giunta
Peter Robert Giunta, an alumnus of Susan E. Wagner High School, is a political activist from Staten Island. He served as chief of staff to Michael W. Reilly Jr. and held various positions within the Staten Island Republican Party. Giunta's career ended controversially in 2025 due to leaked racist messages.
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Miss Grand International 2025 could be Madelyn Mejia, Nariman Battikha, Faith Porter
Rachel Gupta of India won Miss Grand International 2024 at the MGI Hall in Bangkok, Thailand on October 25, 2024 but she gave up the title on May 28, 2025. As the first runner-up, Christine Juliane “CJ” Hinkle Opiaza of the Philippines took over and was officially crowned on June 3, 2025 at the same venue. Gupta turned … Continue reading Miss Grand International 2025 could be Madelyn Mejia, Nariman Battikha, Faith Porter
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13 things about Southaven, Mississippi’s Lindsey Whiteside
Lindsey Aldy Whiteside is a registered sex offender from Southaven, DeSoto County, Mississippi. She is one of the children of Robert Shannon "Shan" Whiteside and Gayle Betts Whiteside.
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10 things about The Miss Globe 2025 Chayathanus Saradatta
Chayathanus Saradatta represented Khon Kaen, Thailand in the 12th edition of Miss Grand Thailand. She represented the country in the 22nd edition of The Miss Globe. BIOGRAPHY Saradatta is a Thai actor, model and beauty queen of Hainanese descent. Aside from Khon Kaen, she has lived in other parts of Thailand including Lamphun. On January … Continue reading 10 things about The Miss Globe 2025 Chayathanus Saradatta
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13 things about The Miss Globe 2024 Diana Moreno
Diana Moreno is a Colombian beauty queen from Cundinamarca, notable for winning The Miss Globe 2024. With a bachelor's in international business, she speaks Spanish, English, and Japanese. She has participated in various events and travels, including visits to the U.S. and other locations in Colombia over the years.
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13 things about The Miss Globe Philippines 2025 Annabelle McDonnell
Annabelle Mae Tate McDonnell, a Filipino beauty queen from Lanao del Norte, has represented the Philippines in various pageants, including Miss Charm and upcoming The Miss Globe 2025. Born in the UK, she was abandoned as a child. McDonnell has won titles like Miss Iligan, Miss Lanao Del Norte, and Miss Kuyamis.
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