In case you missed it, Miss World is no longer a pageant. Come to think of it, they’ve even quietly retired the word “contest”. Now that “festival” is the operative word, the 72nd edition gave just as much platform to culture … Continue reading Opal’s Swift Redemption: A Recap of the 72nd Miss World
After three weeks of activities and challenges, marred by a Miss England switcheroo but, thankfully, spared by the conflict up north, the festival has reached its finale. In less than 12 hours, a new Miss World will be crowned. And, … Continue reading 72nd Miss World Festival: My Final Wishlist
If we separate Oceania and redirect the transcontinental beauties to Europe, the host continent would be the smallest group. And it was even made smaller with Korea’s confirmed delegate never showed up on account of an injury. Nevertheless, this is … Continue reading 72nd Miss World Candidate Round-Up (Asia and Oceania)
For two straight editions, Europeans reigned supreme. And while the perceived frontrunners aren’t necessarily from this continent, it’s still a formidable roster. However, controversy erupted days after the opening, when England‘s original candidate, Milla Magee, suddenly withdrew from the contest … Continue reading 72nd Miss World Candidate Round-Up (Europe)
Face it. Despite scoring a record number of placements last year, Africa‘s only major contender then was Botswana‘s Lesego Chembo. This year’s race is arguably tighter with at least four candidates having a shot at the continental title (or even … Continue reading 72nd Miss World Candidate Round-Up (Africa)
Despite winning thrice since 2016, the Americas has yet to clinch the crown in the New Normal. Its closest, recently, was a surprising 2021/2022 runner-up finish from Shree Saini, the first US representative of Indian extraction. Two countries from last … Continue reading 72nd Miss World Candidate Round-Up (Americas and Caribbean)
First, on a personal note: You can say I’m greeting this Miss World season with a renewed sense of interest. Last July, I watched Miss World Philippines live for only the second time, after a prolonged 12-year gap. Coincidentally, both … Continue reading The 72nd Miss World Festival: A Prelude
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