13 things about Japan’s prime minister Sanae Takaichi

Sanae Takaichi, born in Nara, Japan, is the first female prime minister and president of the Liberal Democratic Party. She has a diverse political career, having served in various roles since 1993, including Japan's Minister for Internal Affairs. Takaichi, an alumna of Kobe University, remarried in 2021 and has adopted children.

13 things about Miss Universe Canada 2024 Ashley Callingbull

Ashley Callingbull Rabbit is a Canadian activist and beauty queen of Cree descent, notable for winning Mrs. Universe 2015 and Miss Universe Canada 2024. A graduate in drama, she has participated in various international beauty pageants and noted for her roles in television. She focuses on supporting First Nations youth and mental health initiatives.

Birmingham, Alabama’s Jaden Ellis Sanders accused of shooting Bessemer’s Alfred Stephens

Jaden Ellis Sanders, 22, of Birmingham, Alabama is accused of shooting Alfred Stephens, 73, of Bessemer, Alabama on October 17, 2025 in Birmingham. Stephens died at UAB Hospital on October 18, 2025 and Sanders was arrested in Warrior, Alabama on October 20, 2025.

Palestine, Texas’s Leah Vernon, Eric Adams, Laquella Berry, West Holmes arrested

West Holmes, Leah Vernon, Eric Adams, and Laquella Berry were arrested in Palestine, Texas, for child endangerment after police found Berry's four young children unattended in a motel. Holmes was also charged with online solicitation of a minor. All three face serious charges, with bond set at $200,000 each.

‘Practical Magic 2’ star Joey King wears Chopard jewelry, Carolina Herrera gown in Los Angeles

Joey King, 26, attended the 2025 Academy Museum Gala in a Carolina Herrera gown. Cody Fern, 36, attended a Chopard launch party and stars in "Jimpa." King, known for roles in "Ramona and Beezus" and "The Act," will co-star in "Practical Magic 2," releasing September 18, 2026, alongside returning cast members.

13 things about Miss Grand International 2025 third runner-up Faith Porter

Faith Maria Porter, a Ghanaian-American, will represent Ghana in Miss Grand International 2025, a prestigious beauty pageant. Hailing from Greater Accra and Brookland, she has an impressive background including multiple pageant participations, internships, and a degree from Pace University. Porter is also crowned Miss Grand Ghana 2025.

13 things about Miss Grand International 2025 fourth runner-up Nariman Battikha

Nariman Cristina "Nary" Battikha Yanyi is a Syrian-Venezuelan model and economist, notable for her participation in beauty pageants like Miss Venezuela and Reina Hispanoamericana, winning in 2018. As the founder of RENASHI and a recent graduate, she has traveled extensively and currently holds titles including Miss Grand Venezuela 2025.

13 things about Miss Grand International 2025 Emma Tiglao

Emma Mary Francisco Tiglao, a Filipino television presenter and beauty queen, represented Pampanga in Miss Grand Philippines and later won titles in Miss Grand International. Born in Mabalacat, she has participated in various beauty pageants since 2012, achieving significant placements. Her career spans event hosting, news anchoring, and youth advocacy.

13 things about Miss Grand US Virgin Islands 2025 Giselle Burgos

Giselle Burgos is a Mexican-American heptathlete and beauty queen from Boyle Heights, California, representing the U.S. Virgin Islands in Miss Grand International. Born to Mexican parents, she is a graduate of Cerritos College and California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. Burgos has held multiple titles in beauty pageants, including Miss Grand U.S. Virgin Islands 2025.

13 things about Miss Grand New Zealand 2025 Gazelle Garcia

Gazelle Guarin Garcia, a Kiwi-Filipina based in Auckland, is a beauty queen and IT professional. She has competed in various pageants including Miss Globe and Miss Grand International. Garcia earned a computer science degree from the University of Santo Tomas and has worked in prominent tech roles in New Zealand and the Philippines.