ICE facility employee Brandon Booth arrested in Aurora, Colorado

An off-duty ICE facility employee, Brandon Booth, was arrested in Aurora, Colorado, after allegedly shooting a protester during a July 16, 2026, demonstration. Booth faces multiple felony charges, including attempted second-degree murder. The GEO Group, which operates the facility, has placed him on unpaid leave pending the ongoing police investigation.

US Marshals arrest California’s Dylan Collins in Las Vegas, Nevada

A coordinated law enforcement operation led to the arrest of California fugitive Dylan Collins in Las Vegas. Wanted for a parole violation related to firearm possession, Collins was apprehended with illegal weapons and drugs. His arrest demonstrates effective collaboration among various law enforcement agencies, enhancing community safety.

Michael Alfonso Carter exits Mister World Philippines 2026

Michael Alfonso "Mikey" Soliven Carter is an English-Thai-Filipino model and singer from Romford, UK, known for participating in multiple beauty pageants. He was crowned Mister of Pilipinas Worldwide-UK 2024 and represented Great Britain in Great Man of the Universe 2025. Carter is a full-time student and enjoys sports and music.

21 Miss Virginia USA 2026 to compete in McLean

The Miss Virginia USA 2026 coronation ceremony is scheduled for July 18, 2026, at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner. Thirty contestants from various locations are competing for the title. Erin Houston, the Miss Virginia USA 2025, represented Virginia in the Miss USA 2025 pageant but did not place.

Pampanga’s Raven Lansangan represents Philippines at Manhunt International Male Supermodel 2026 in Colombo

Raven Renz Tiglao Lansangan is a Filipino model from Pampanga who has participated in various international pageants, including Mister International and Manhunt International. Born on October 11, 1997, he earned a business degree from Holy Angel University and has held titles such as Mister International Philippines 2017 and Manhunt Philippines Male Supermodel 2026.

Managua’s Erlin Ayerdis represents Nicaragua at Manhunt International Male Supermodel 2026 in Colombo

Erlin Jesus Ayerdis Hernandez is a Nicaraguan beauty king and model, notable for representing Nicaragua in the 11th Mister World and the upcoming 24th Manhunt International. He advocates for youth addiction prevention and enjoys singing, dancing, and cooking. Ayerdis is bilingual, graduated with a marketing degree, and is actively involved in international modeling events.

Isla Saona’s Leandro Mendoza represents Dominican Republic at Manhunt International Male Supermodel 2026

Leandro Mendoza is a prominent Dominican model and presenter who won the Caballero Universal 2023 title and is set to represent the Dominican Republic at Manhunt International Male Supermodel 2026. An alumnus of various educational institutions, he has participated in numerous beauty competitions and international visits, showcasing his modeling career.

Miss Universe Guadeloupe 2025 Ophely Mezino turns 27

Ophély Joëlle Mézino is a French model and beauty queen from Réunion, currently residing in Guadeloupe. She has participated in various beauty contests, including Miss World 2019 and is the 2025 Miss Universe representative for Guadeloupe. Mézino holds a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and is fluent in several languages.

30 Mister Turkiye 2026 candidates to compete in Istanbul

Mister Turkiye is a national beauty pageant in Istanbul for men aged 20 to 32. On September 25, 2025, Orhan Kesici represented Turkiye at Mister International 2025 but did not place. The first edition of Mister Turkiye 2026 will feature 30 contestants, with the coronation ceremony held on July 22, 2026.

Miss Universe Malta 2025 Julia Cluett crowns successor Francesca Mercieca

Julia Ann Cluett, a Maltese psychologist and model, competed in Miss Universe Malta twice, winning the title in 2025. An alumna of the University of Malta, she has worked in various educational and HR roles while traveling extensively across Europe. Cluett finished in the Top 12 at Miss Universe 2025.