Former Maui police officer Carlos Frate, 41, was sentenced to 65 months in prison for repeatedly tasing a non-resisting arrestee in 2024. He admitted to the unjustified use of force, which federal officials condemned as a betrayal of public trust and a violation of civil rights.
Miami, Florida’s Mckenzie Monestine sentenced to 4 years in prison
Mckenzie Levar Monestine, 33, was sentenced to 55 months in federal prison for identity theft and possessing unauthorized access devices. Following a 2020 FBI raid, authorities uncovered substantial evidence of fraud, including stolen personal information and $11,000 in cash. Monestine's actions resulted in financial losses between $250,000 and $550,000.
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US seeks forfeiture of ghost tanker, 1.8M barrels of illicit oil
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a complaint to seize the M/T Skipper and its cargo of 1.8 million barrels of Venezuelan oil, linked to financing the IRGC. The vessel, evading sanctions since 2021, was intercepted in December 2025. Officials assert this action is part of efforts to dismantle foreign adversaries’ financial networks.
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10 things about Mister Supranational Brazil 2021 Joao Henrique Lemes
Dr. João Henrique Siqueira Lemes is a Brazilian doctor, model, and beauty titleholder from Rio Grande do Sul. He won Mister Rio Grande do Sul CNB 2020 and was second runner-up at Mister Brasil CNB 2020. Lemes also served as Mister Supranational Brazil 2021 and recently graduated with a medical degree in 2023.
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Lucas Laet crowns Mister Brasil CNB 2026 Eduardo Castillo in Caruaru, Pernambuco
Lucas Laet from Rio de Janeiro won the Mister Brasil Concurso Nacional de Beleza 2025 on April 5, 2025. He crowned Eduardo Castillo as his successor on February 27, 2026, in Pernambuco. The 2026 event featured 23 candidates, with Castillo winning the title and representing Brazil in international competitions.
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10 things about Miss Global Hmong 2025 Nikki Nsta Iab Lee
Nikki Nsta Iab Lee, a Hmong-Laotian-American entrepreneur and beauty queen, represented the Hmong community in Miss Global 2025. Owner of Kasha Daleina, a creative arts studio, Nikki's career spans roles in human resources and technical recruitment. She is the first plus-size and Hmong woman in Miss Global history.
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23 Mister Brasil CNB 2026 candidates competing in Caruaru, Pernambuco
Lucas Laet from Rio de Janeiro won the Mister Global Brazil 2025 title at the CNB on April 5, 2025, competing against 28 candidates. The event also crowned other winners, including Igor Thierry and Rodrigo D'Soni. Laet will crown his successor on February 27, 2026, as the competition continues.
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13 things about Reina Hispanoamericana 2025 Dia Mate
Deanna Marie Remulla Mate, known as dia maté, is a multi-talented Filipino artist from Cavite, involved in music, modeling, and beauty pageants. She has released several songs and EPs, interned with Universal Music Group, and competed in various pageants, winning Reina Hispanoamericana 2025. She studies communications technology at Ateneo de Manila University.
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10 things about Miss Supranational Bolivia 2025 Vanessa Hayes
Vanessa Alexandra Hayes Schutt, a Bolivian model and businesswoman, was born in Santa Cruz de la Sierra and is an alumna of West Texas A&M University. She has held titles such as Miss Bolivia Internacional 2023 and third runner-up in Miss International 2023. Hayes also owns a bakery named Cherie.
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10 things about Miss Universe Latina 2025 semifinalist Andrea Aguilar
Andrea Aguilar, a Salvadoran beauty queen residing in Pasadena, California, has represented El Salvador in various pageants, including Miss Intercontinental and Miss World. Originally from San Salvador, she enjoys arts and outdoor activities. She achieved second place in Reinado de El Salvador 2022 and was crowned Miss Intercontinental El Salvador 2022.
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