Brandina Kaonga Lubuli Chiyabi is a Zambian science laboratory technologist, business administrator, model, and beauty queen, known for advocating women's and children's rights. She is the first married woman and mother to represent Zambia at Miss Universe. Brandina has held multiple beauty titles and founded the Brandina Lubuli Foundation.
10 things about Miss Earth Russia 2023 Daria Lukonkina
Daria Vladimirovna Lukonkina, a Russian fashion model and beauty queen from Nizhny Novgorod, won Krasa Rossii 2022 and became Miss Earth Russia 2023. Born on April 19, 2003, she was the 19th Russian contestant in Miss Earth, finishing as a runner-up in 2023. She advocates for environmental preservation and enjoys swimming.
10 things about Miss Eco Thailand 2025 Natthakan Kunchayawanat
Natthakan Kunchayawanat, a Thai beauty queen from Chonburi, will represent Thailand in the 10th Miss Eco International. Born in 1998, she is Miss Grand Chonburi 2024 and a semifinalist in Miss Grand Thailand 2024. Kunchayawanat has visited various locations in Thailand and abroad, showcasing her commitment to beauty pageantry.
10 things about Miss Eco Brazil 2025 Brenda Matos
Brenda Karoline Matos de Oliveira is a Brazilian model and beauty queen from Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, representing Brazil in Miss Eco International 2025. She won Miss Eco Brazil 2024 and is the second titleholder from her state. Matos has extensive modeling experience across several countries. Her birthday is on May 19, 2025.
13 things about Miss Eco International 2024 Angelina Usanova
Angelina Usanova, a multifaceted Ukrainian humanitarian, musician, and beauty queen, is dedicated to promoting peace and aiding Ukrainian refugees. Her charitable efforts include organizing concerts and raising funds for humanitarian aid. She is also a yoga master and a vegan, known for her musical talent and commitment to advocating for important causes.
13 things about Miss Korea 2023 first runner-up Kim Ji-sung
Kim Ji-sung is a South Korean actress and beauty queen, known for her participation in "Produce 101" and various television series such as "The Miracle" and "Graceful Friends." She was born in Hwaseong, graduated from the School of Performing Arts Seoul, and earned titles as Miss Seoul and Miss Korea runner-up in 2023.
13 things about Johnstown, Ohio’s Tom Keesee
Gary Thomas "Tom" Keesee Jr. is an American man from Johnstown, Licking County, Ohio, United States. In 1926, a farmer named James Bailey found a nearly complete skeleton of a mastodon in Johnstown, which he sold to the Cleveland Museum of Natural History in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Johnstown is home to Johnstown-Monroe High School. The … Continue reading 13 things about Johnstown, Ohio’s Tom Keesee
FBI arrests Mason, Ohio’s James River Phillips
James River Phillips, 20, was arrested in Ohio for possessing a dangerous destructive device and allegedly creating homemade explosives. Investigations revealed materials for explosives in his possession, videos of detonations, and an improvised explosive device found at a soccer complex. Phillips faces federal charges and is scheduled for court appearances.
10 things about Miss Universe Belgium 2019 Angeline Flor Pua
Angeline Flor Pua is a Filipino-Chinese-Belgian beauty queen, pilot, and model, born in Belgium. She has won titles such as Miss Antwerp and Miss Belgium, representing her country in Miss World and Miss Universe. Pua studied aviation and enjoys traveling and baking, and she frequently participates in beauty pageants and related events.
13 things about Tallahassee, Florida’s Phoenix Ikner
Phoenix Ikner, a 20-year-old from Tallahassee, Florida, was accused of a mass shooting at Florida State University in April 2025, resulting in two deaths and five injuries. A former member of the Youth Advisory Council, he is the son of a sheriff's deputy and was born in 2004.
