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Miss USA 2022 pageant has officially kicked off in “The Biggest Little City in the World” with the contestants already checked in and ready to slay the competition. Along with Miss Teen USA 2022, the highly anticipated annual event with the motto "Pageantry Reimagined" is taking place at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in Reno Tahoe, Nevada. As reported earlier, the venue was chosen to honor the late former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst and her legacy as this is the same place where she was crowned in 2019. The Miss USA Organization (The Miss Brand Corp.) headed by Crystle Stewart (Miss USA 2008) has also just announced the launch of its streaming service so fans can watch the live shows on a pay per view basis comfortably at home. While Miss USA 2022 final will be broadcast exclusively on FYI and Hulu Live, the Costume Show, Preliminary Competition, and the Miss Teen USA 2022 final can be watched online. Here is the schedule of events:   September 29 - Miss Teen USA 2022 Costum

Miss Earth Slovenije 2022 (Miss Earth Slovenia) will be held on Saturday, October 8 at the La Vie hall in Kostanjevica na Krki. A total of 12 finalists were chosen to participate in the upcoming event and one of them succeeds last year's titleholder Asja Bonnie Pivk. The next Miss Earth Slovenije is expected to represent her country at the Miss Earth 2022 pageant in the Philippines this November. Meet the 12 finalists: 1 - Manca Merc 2 - Ines Jaklič 3 - Živa Vrabac 4 - Neža Klemenčič 5 - Patricija Golob 6 - Evelin Sadek 7 - Tiara Križnik 8 - Špela Sever 9- Lea Prstec 10 - Neža Lozej 11 - Neja Prosenjak 12 - Larisa Latič You can vote for your favorites by liking their photos on the official Facebook page “ Miss Earth Slovenia ” and @missearthslovenia on Instagram. The finalists with the most votes will be announced as Miss Internet during the final show. Photos: Tibor Golob Photography / Metropola Media / Miss Earth Slovenija

Jennifer Barrantes, representing the region of Ucayali, was crowned Miss World Peru 2022 on Sunday, September 25 in Lima. The 23-year-old beauty is a commercial aviation graduate, a business owner, and an animal advocate. Apart from winning her title, she also bagged several awards including Best Smile, Miss Yolett, and Top Model. Gianella Paz Pacheco of Callao was named first runner-up while Lucia Arellano of Loreto and Fairus Ore of Lima Centro were announced the second and third runners-up, respectively. Completing the Top 8 finalists were the representatives of Chincha, María Claudia Ghersi Núñez; Junín, Nea Paz; La Libertad, Sofia Armas; and Lima Este, Mariley Vivanco. The new Miss World Peru succeeded Paula Montes and will now prepare to represent her country at the 71st Miss World pageant, whose date and venue are yet to be announced. A total of 16 contestants representing various cities and regions of Peru participated in the event. Since its debut at Miss World in 1959, Peru h

Miss World Nederland 2022 (Miss World Netherlands) is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, September 28 at the De Koning Party & Events in Amsterdam. A total of 12 contestants were chosen to participate in the upcoming final where one winner will be crowned as the Netherlands' representative in the 71st Miss World pageant. Who will succeed last year's winner Lizzy Dobbe? Meet the 12 official finalists: Alisha van den Berg Alissa van de Lei Amber Koelewijn Fabienne van de Pol Iris can de Mars Jeany Kühr Linda Koers Marianne van Bruinnesen Nakaris Bokshoven Nova Cheyen Robey Bruins Tiarra Kappar To learn more about the finalists and purchase tickets for the finale, visit the Miss World Nederland official website. Photos:  Wim van Wel / Miss World Nederland

"La Magia de Ser Miss" (The Magic of Being Miss) premiered on Saturday, September 24 on Venevisión to learn more about the contestants vying for Miss Venezuela 2022. Hosted by the beautiful Nieves Soteldo and the charismatic Mario Bruno, the show featured the first group of contestants representing Apure, La Guaira, Mérida, Nueva Esparta, Táchira, and Yaracuy. Miss Apure, Luisana Siso - 26, social communicator by profession and enjoys dancing, drawing, and exercising. Miss La Guaira, Andrea Romero - 25, a model and holds a degree in international studies. Her hobbies include drawing mandalas, exercising, going to the beach, and traveling. Miss Mérida, Litzy González - 18, a nursing student who enjoys dancing, walking, reading, and baking in her spare time. Miss Nueva Esparta, Sharon Frontado - 23, has a bachelor's degree in international studies. She enjoys going to Ávila, reading, coloring, listening to music, baking, cooking, and taking care of her plants. Miss Tách

The finalists of Miss Universe Laos 2022 were officially introduced to the media in an official press conference held on Sunday, September 25 at the Crowne Plaza Vientiane.  Twenty of the most beautiful Laotian women are vying for the national title and one of them will represent Laos at the 71st Miss Universe pageant this January in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. The 5th Miss Universe Laos edition themed "The Change Is Now" will have its preliminary competition on October 6 while the final show is scheduled for October 8. Who will succeed last year's winner Tonkham Phonchanheuang and become her country's 6th representative at Miss Universe? Meet the Top 20 finalists: MUL 01 - Manichanh Sengduangchan MUL 02 - Koutkeo Latthasombath MUL 03 - Lattana Munvilay MUL 04 - Chanvipha Sounsiri MUL 05 - Namtan K. Nampanya MUL 06 - Kannika Syvanglard MUL 07 - Payengxa Lor MUL 08 - Phonevilai Vuechaimoua MUL 09 - Davanh Vongsinghalath MUL 10 - Muithida Karantry MUL 11 - Vilaivan Sen

Two trailblazing and highly accomplished Indian women met each other on Saturday, September 24 during the Global Citizen Festival in New York City's Central Park. The Global Citizen, a non-profit organization dedicated to driving change and making an impact, celebrated its 10th year anniversary with former Miss World Priyanka Chopra as host. Nick Jonas' wife also just recently attended as a speaker at the United Nations General Assembly, also in NYC, where she talked mainly about its top agenda this year which is the Sustainable Development Goals. Prior to last night's show, Priyanka shared the behind-the-scenes with the caption: "Global Citizen Festival and the incredible team behind the mission statement take the saying “it takes a village” to another level. Today you will witness everyone’s hard work and united movement to end extreme Global Poverty." Reigning Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu also attended the meaningful event as one of the speakers where she talke

Miss Universe front-runner from Puerto Rico Ashley Cariño squeezed in a few latest photos while she is busy preparing for the competition of her life in just three months. Photographed by Fani Miranda, the proud boricua went to social media on Saturday, September 24 to share the stunning shots of her wearing a gown by Laura Saez and the crown by Lido Jewelers. "My favorite color is purple," she captioned in Spanish with a purple heart emoji and added: "It's no coincidence that purple is the mix of blue with red, the colors of my flag. Let violet be a balance between intensity and calm. It stands for dignity, creativity and magic." The 28-year-old aerospace engineer and women in STEM advocate also continued by sharing how grateful she is for how her country has remained calm amid intensity and how they rise together as brothers. Ashley was crowned Miss Universe Puerto Rico 2022 on August 11 in San Juan and this January, she will attempt to win her country's s

Mayuko Hanawa was crowned Miss Supranational Japan 2022 on Saturday, September 24 at the Kanda Myojin Hall in Tokyo. The 27-year-old Japanese-Filipino teacher who represented the Ibaraki Prefecture will now prepare to compete in the Miss Supranational 2023 pageant in Poland. Miss Aichi, Ayano Shinkawa, 28, and Miss Shizuoka, Riho Sasaki, 22, were the first and second runners-up, respectively. A total of 18 finalists were selected to participate in the national final. At the end of the event, last year's winner Rina Okada relinquished her reign. Meet the new Miss Supranational Japan: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mayuko Hanawa (@hanawa_mayuko) Photos:  Ben Gonzalez  / Mayuko Hanawa / Instagram

After months of preparations, the Miss USA 2022 contestants are finally on their way to Reno, Nevada for the upcoming national competition. This year's venue, the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino welcomes 51 of the country's most beautiful and talented young women representing the 50 states and the District of Columbia. Apart from the opportunity to represent the USA at the 71st Miss Universe in New Orleans this January, fantastic prizes also await the winner including a six-figure salary, a fully furnished condo, a luxury car, and more. Miss USA 2022 will air live on FYI and Hulu Live on October 3 at 5pm PDT / 8pm EDT. American entertainment reporter and TV personality Zuri Hall will host the final show with Julissa Bermudez and Micah Jesse. Who will succeed Miss USA 2021 Elle Smith? Don't forget to vote for People's Choice and help your favorite advance to the Top 16 by voting on the official website missusa.com . Here are some of the contestants in their departures: Ph

One week left before The Miss Globe 2022 kicks off in Albania. Over 50 contestants from around the globe are expected to arrive in the country for the 19th edition of the international pageant. The contestants will go through a series of pre-pageant activities and competitions leading to the final on Saturday, October 15 at the Opera and Ballet Theatre in Tirana. Reigning queen Maureen Montagne of the Philippines will crown her successor at the end of the event. Here is the schedule of events released by The Miss Globe organization (Deliart Association): September 29 - October 2: - Arrivals at Mother Teresa International Airport, Rinas, Albania - Check-in at Diamma Resort, Golem Durres - During these days, according to the arrivals, there is also a photo shoot for the official magazine of The Miss Globe - Distribution of gift uniforms by The Miss Globe and Chol’s Program orientation and explanation - Group division of Head to Head Challenge and Talk Show programs October 3: - Tour of t

Jorge Aldoney Mazzachiodi was named Mr World Chile 2022 in a national competition held on July 10 at Teatro Cousiño in Santiago. The 26-year-old fashion model and commercial engineer who represented the district of Providencia bested 12 other finalists to win the national title. At the end of the event, Mr Mundo Chile 2018 Felipe Rojas Ramírez sashed his successor who will now prepare to represent the "land of poets" at the 11th Mr World edition. The next Mr World competition, whose date and venue have yet to be announced, will possibly be held in the middle of 2023. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jorge Aldoney Mazzachiodi (@jorgitoaldoney) Photos:  Ivan Reyes Portraits  /  Misters de Chile

Miss Vale do Tejo 2021 Nadiuska Gutierrez will represent Portugal at the 50th Miss Intercontinental pageant in Sharm El Sheik, Egypt this October. The 26-year-old technical support, esthetician, and content creator represented the Portuguese region of Vale do Tejo at Miss Queen Portugal 2021 where she placed in the Top 10 and bagged the Miss Popular award. Originally from Venezuela, Miss Intercontinental Portugal 2022 is passionate about dancing and acting, and enjoys photography, traveling, and learning about new places and cultures. Nadiuska believes in dreams and that with faith, focus and effort, anything can be achieved. She said: "We always have to dream because nothing could be accomplished without having first believed in dreams. We are who we want to be." Meet the new Miss Intercontinental Portugal: View this post on Instagram A post shared by MISS QUEEN PORTUGAL ® (@missqueenportugal) Photos: Miss Queen Portugal

Kana Yamaguchi bested 30 other finalists (including her sister) to be crowned Miss World Japan 2022 on Thursday, September 22 at the Hulic Hall Tokyo. The 24-year-old licensed teacher, model, and TV host from Toyama Prefecture succeeds last year's winner Tamaki Hoshi and will now prepare to represent Japan at the 71st Miss World pageant. Years prior to winning her national title, the new Miss World Japan has never imagined standing in front of an audience. "I would be happy if my challenge could be someone's courage, strength, and hope. Thank you for giving me the chance to stand here again, and next time I will spread my wings to the world," she said in her bio for the competition. Kana also wants a society where sports enrich the lives of children and increase the number of people who aim for a well-being lifestyle through sports. She believes that with her new position, she can communicate with the government and the board of education to realize it. Apart from the

Miss Mundo Uruguay 2022 Top 8 finalist Carla Romero has been officially revealed as Miss Universe Uruguay 2022. She succeeds Miss Universe Uruguay 2020, Lola de los Santos. The 24-year-old business administration graduate and an image consultant from Montevideo will represent her country at the 71st Miss Universe pageant in New Orleans, Louisiana this January. Carla went to social media on Thursday, September 2022 to personally announce the news to her followers with a new photo captioned "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams." "We’re ready Universe! Uruguay is here to play. I’m your Miss Universe Uruguay 2022," she added. The new Miss Universe Uruguay also has a message for her supporters: "Thank you to all who believe in me and my potential. I invite you to join me in this adventure." Since joining Miss Universe for the first time in 1952 with Gladys Rubio Fajardo, Uruguay skipped only four editions including last year. The South American count