Slaven Micallef, a Maltese football player and fitness model, has competed in various beauty pageants, including Mister World Malta and Mister Supranational. He won Mister World Malta in 2023 and was previously the first runner-up in Mister Supranational Malta 2022. He is bilingual and has a diverse journey in sports and modeling.
‘Christy’ star Sydney Sweeney wears Christian Cowan dress, EFFY jewelry in Beverly Hills, California
Sydney Sweeney attended Variety’s 2025 Power of Women event on October 29, 2025, in Beverly Hills, honoring her alongside Jamie Lee Curtis and others. Sweeney wore a sparkling silver dress, promoting the upcoming film "Christy," a boxing drama directed by David Michôd, releasing on November 7, 2025.
Lina Poffet crowns Miss Universe Switzerland 2025 Naima Acosta in Bern
Laura Bircher won the Miss Universe Switzerland 2024 title on September 28, 2024, competing against 15 candidates. Naima Acosta of Ticino succeeded her on September 27, 2025, and will represent Switzerland at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand. Switzerland has a total of 12 placements in Miss Universe history.
18 Miss Universe Laos 2025 candidates competing in Vientiane
Phiranya Thipphomvong was runner-up at Miss Universe Laos 2023 and won the title in 2024. She will crown her successor on September 21, 2025. Currently, 18 contestants are vying for the Miss Universe Laos 2025 crown. Laos has had limited success in Miss Universe, with one placement to date.
13 things about UFC Middleweight Champion Khamzat Chimaev
Khamzat Chimaev, the undefeated reigning UFC Middleweight Champion, has a perfect professional MMA record of 15-0. Born in Chechnya, he transitioned from judo and wrestling to mixed martial arts, gaining acclaim in both welterweight and middleweight divisions. Notable victories include wins over Kamaru Usman and Robert Whittaker.
10 things ex-WWE employee Janel Grant from Stamford, Connecticut
Janel Grant is from Stamford, Connecticut, which is home to WWE. She is a former employee of the wrestling promotion. In 2024, she sued the promotion and Vincent McMahon.
13 things about UFC fighter Rinya Nakamura from Saitama
Rinya Nakamura is a Japanese mixed martial artist, known as Hybrid, currently signed to the UFC. He has a background in wrestling and began his MMA career in 2021, achieving an impressive record of 10 wins and 1 loss. Nakamura has competed in various UFC events, including notable victories and a recent loss in 2025.
13 things about tennis player Tommy Paul from Boca Raton, Florida
Tommy Paul is a professional American tennis player from Voorhees Township, New Jersey, now residing in Boca Raton, Florida. Born into a sports-loving family, he started playing tennis at age four and debuted professionally in 2015. Notable achievements include reaching the semifinals at the 2023 Australian Open and quarterfinals in multiple grand slams.
Hilo’s Lorraine Shin believes ex-UFC fighter BJ Penn suffers from Capgras syndrome
Lorraine Pualani Shin, 79, has filed a restraining order against her son, BJ Penn III, believing he suffers from Capgras syndrome, which causes individuals to think loved ones are impostors. This situation follows a history of tumultuous interactions between them, including theft allegations and prior restraining orders involving his relationships.
10 things about NBA player Joel Embiid from Yaounde
Joel Embiid is a 7'0" Cameroonian basketball player for the Philadelphia 76ers. Born in Yaoundé, he transitioned to basketball after playing volleyball and soccer. Drafted third overall in 2014, he faced injuries but earned an NBA MVP title in 2023. He holds citizenship in Cameroon, France, and the USA.
