Catriona Gray from the Philippines claimed the Miss Universe crown for 2018 on Monday, beating contestants from 93 other countries.

The 24-year-old Filipina-Australian pipped South African Demi Leigh Nel-Peters for the top spot, becoming the fourth Filipina to bring home the coveted title. Miss Venezuela, Sthefany Gutiérrez, rounded out the top three at the contest in Bangkok.

Thailand’s own Sophida Kanchanarin made it to the final 10, to huge cheers from the home crowd, but did not progress further. History and controversy

Ahead of Monday’s final, much attention was on Miss Spain, Angela Ponce, the first transgender contestant in the competition’s history.

Tech and Teen

Recent Posts

Porimoni Goes Live at Midnight, Alleges Attack on Her Car at Gulshan Shooting Club

Bangladeshi actress Porimoni has once again become the centre of controversy after going live on…

10 hours ago

Recruitment Recommendation for 1st to 12th NTRCA Registration Holders in Bangladesh

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Education has recommended recruiting candidates from the…

12 hours ago

From Runway Model to Miss Universe Bangladesh: Samira Khan Mahi’s Journey to the Global Stage

Once known for her appearances on fashion runways, Samira Khan Mahi has gradually built a…

1 day ago

Legal Notice Demands Unconditional Apology from Pori Moni Over Alleged Harassment of Journalists, National Anthem Controversy

Popular Bangladeshi film actress Shamsunnahar Smrity, widely known as Pori Moni, has been served a…

1 day ago

Walton Plaza protection cardholders get one instalment cash withdrawal facility  

Walton Plaza, the country’s leading electrical and electronics products sales and service provider, has introduced…

1 week ago

HSC Results May Be Published on October 29

The results of this year’s Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations in Bangladesh may…

3 weeks ago