Beyond a ticket to Miss Universe: What makes a beauty pageant meaningful?
In-Depth 16:35 26/10/2026Winning a national beauty crown is often seen as a ticket to the international stage. But beyond the chance to compete for a global title, what makes a beauty pageant truly worthwhile for its contestants and society?
Miss Universe Vietnam 2026 winner suspended from stage performances for 6 months over leaked messages
Vietnam News 16:28 25/10/2026Miss Universe Vietnam 2026 winner Nguyen Quynh Anh has been barred from stage performances for six months, while its first runner-up is subjected to a three-month suspension following a controversy over private group chat messages that circulated on social media.
Vietnam, 5 other Southeast Asian countries confirmed to skip Miss Universe 2026
Vietnam News 20:41 22/10/2026Representatives from Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Laos will not compete in Miss Universe 2026, scheduled to take place in Puerto Rico in November, according to Nawat Itsaragrisil, CEO of Miss Universe East, which claims the right to manage Miss Universe franchises in the six countries.
Miss Universe 2026 to feature 120 contestants, but Vietnam’s spot remains uncertain
Vietnam Life 16:18 21/10/2026Preparations are underway for Miss Universe’s 75th anniversary, with contestants from around the world expected to begin arriving in Puerto Rico on November 8.
Vietnam, 5 other SE Asian representatives absent from Miss Universe 2026 contestant list
Vietnam News 17:21 17/10/2026Representatives of Vietnam and five other Southeast Asian countries are missing from a list of 126 contestants for Miss Universe 2026, amid an unresolved dispute over the eligibility of contestants from the six countries.
Vietnamese representative predicted to reach Miss Universe Top 20 despite group chat controversy
Vietnam News 14:31 15/10/2026Despite a controversy over an alleged private group chat, Miss Universe Vietnam 2026 winner Nguyen Quynh Anh is predicted by several international beauty pageant websites to make the Top 20 at Miss Universe 2026.
Miss Universe denies Vietnam will host 2027 pageant
Vietnam News 13:18 09/10/2026The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) has denied an announcement that Vietnam will host the 2027 Miss Universe pageant, warning that its website and social media accounts have been taken over by unauthorized individuals.
Miss Universe owners in Mexico, Thailand hit with fraud, trafficking claims
World 15:41 27/11/2025The Miss Universe beauty pageant was hit by fresh scandal days after it ended, with the Mexican co-owner of the contest accused of trafficking drugs and arms and his Thai counterpart accused of fraud.
Miss Mexico wins Miss Universe contest after host insult drama
World 17:30 21/11/2025Miss Mexico was crowned Miss Universe in Thailand on Friday, strutting to victory after several dramatic missteps before the final round, including staging a walkout when an organiser of the beauty pageant chastised her.
Story behind Huong Giang’s appointment as Vietnam’s Miss Universe 2025 contender
Vietnam Life 11:44 31/10/2025In the absence of a traditional pageant, Valentin Tran, president of Miss Universe Vietnam Organization (MUVN), has affirmed that the appointment of this year’s representative is a strategic decision to uphold the mission of empowering Vietnamese women on the global stage.
Vietnam names transgender singer Huong Giang as Miss Universe 2025 delegate
Vietnam Life 14:01 25/09/2025Vietnam has chosen singer and television personality Nguyen Huong Giang to compete at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant, marking the first time a transgender woman will represent Vietnam at the global competition.
Vietnam beauty to hit Miss Universe 2021 stage with rice cake costume
Vietnam Life 11:52 22/11/2021The costume alludes to 'banh tet,' a traditional type of glutinous rice cake in Vietnam