Miss India Nicole Faria Newly Crowned Miss Earth 2010: Miss Earth 2010 winner Miss India Nicole Faria during the 10th Miss Earth Pageant held on December 4, 2010 in Vinpearl Land, Nha Trang, Vietnam. Nicole Faria, 20-year old Indian beauty also won the Best in Talent Award. She was an early favorite to win the crown.
Nicole Faria beauty queen from Bangalore stands 1.76m and the first woman in India to win Miss Earth. Miss Earth 2009 Larissa Ribeiro Ramos of Brazil crowned her successor during the event. (rcayao.com)
Miss Vietnam wins the Best in Swimsuit: Miss Vietnam, Luu Thi Diem Huong outclassed all the other contestants en route being named the Best in Swimsuit in the ongoing Miss Earth 2010 on November 20. The show was held in Phu Yen Province with participation of 80 contestants from 80 countries and territories. Completing the top 5 were the contestants from Venezuela, Czech Republic, Norway and Ecuador.
At the show, Miss Earth’s organizing board offered Phu Yen Province People’s Committee VND500 million (US$25,000) to support flood victims. (saigon-gpdaily.com.vn)
Beauties plant trees in Khanh Hoa: Twenty-three beauties from the Miss Earth 2010 pageant planted trees on November 21 at the Cat Trang Doc Let tourism site in Ninh Hoa district in the south central province of Khanh Hoa to promote the “For the Green of the Earth” campaign. They were joined by more than 50 students from Tran Quoc Toan and Tran Quy Cap high schools. This event aims to create a green and clean society and raise public awareness of the need to plant trees and protect the environment. (vovnews.vn)
Miss World, continental Queens coming-Wareus: Miss World runner-up, Emma Wareus, jetted into the country on Friday and announced that Miss World Alexandria Mills, second princess Adriana Vasini of Venezuela and continental the queens will visit Botswana next year. Continental queens will include Miss Asia and Oceania, Xiao Tang of China, and Miss World Caribbean, Aiasha Gustave of St Lucia Island. Miss World and Wareus are also the Miss World America and Africa titleholders respectively. Wareus told a press conference at the Sir Seretse Khama International Airport on Friday that the queen will be here to fund-raise for charity. It will also be Wareus' official homecoming. (mmegi.bw)
Alyssa Campanella crowned Miss California USA 2011: Alyssa Campanella, of Hillsborough, was crowned Miss California USA 2011 today at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa in Rancho Mirage. Alyssa is a former Miss New Jersey Teen USA. There were 213 contestants this year. She travels to Las Vegas in May to compete for the Miss USA 2011 title. (examiner.com)
Great Britain is Mister International 2010: Ryan Ferry, 22, Mister Great Britain, was the winner of Mister International 2010. The pageant took place in Jakarta, Indonesia.
OFFICIAL RESULTS: Winner: Great Britain, Ryan Ferry. 2nd Place: Brazil, Caio Ribeiro, 3rd Place: Spain, Luis Alberto Maicas, 4th Place: Indonesia, Thomas Sebastian, & 5th Place: Greece, Leodion Sulaj.
TOP 10: Turkey (6th), Chile (7th), Namibia (8th), Bosnia & Herzegovina (9th), France (10th). TOP 15: Venezuela (11th), Austria (12th), Belgium (13th), Bolivia (14th), and Philippines (15th).
SPECIAL AWARDS: Best National Costume award: Indonesia, Mister Amity: Honduras, Best Body: Great Britain & Mister Photogenic: Sri Lanka.
Carousel's Lorraine Shuck: "All of the major events are carried on live telecast by VTV (Vietnamese TV), Perhaps this is their way of exposing themselves to the world after long years of isolation. It was only in 2004 that they began to open their doors again."
Vietnam has signed up with Carousel Productions to be the pageant's venue for 9 times within a 20-year period. (abs-cbnNEWS.com)
Slovak Republic is Manhunt International 2010: Peter Menky of Slovak Republic is the winner of Manhunt International 2010 in Taiwan.
OFFICIAL RESULTS: Winner: Slovak Republic, Peter Menky, 2nd Place: Gibraltar, Bogdan Brasoveanu, 3rd Place: Brazil, Marlon De Gregori, 4th Place: USA, Daniel Guerra & 5th Place:Taiwan, Jerry Chang.
TOP 16: Bosnia and Herzegovina, China, India, Indonesia, Lebanon, Panama, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Sweden, Turkey & Venezuela.
SPECIAL AWARDS: Mr. Internet Popularity: India, Best National Costume: China, Mr. Alishan (sponsored by Alishan Mayor): Nicaragua, Mr. Photogenic: Slovak Republic, Mr. Physique: Singapore, Mr. Friendship: Korea, Mr. Personality: England & Best Runway Model: Gibraltar
Miss Universe Australia in catwalk knife scare: Miss Universe Australia Jesinta Campbell has revealed she cut short a modelling trip to China after a man stabbed five of her friends on a catwalk.
In an exclusive interview with FHM magazine, the Gold Coast beauty said the armed man attacked the group at a shopping centre in June last year. "[My friends] were launching a Dior product ... it was some guy running around a shopping centre stabbing people," Campbell said. "It was all kept very hush-hush ... we weren't allowed to talk about it, or Twitter or Facebook, or tell anyone on the phone." (ninemsn.com.au)
2 Pinays in Ms. Earth 2010 in Vietnam: Interestingly, two Filipina beauties will vie for the crown in the pageant. They are Ms. Philippines, Kris Psyche Resus, and model-host Liza Andrea Kuster who is representing Switzerland.
“Nagulat nga ako nang mag-Tagalog siya! Proud din ako na maging Pilipina,” said Resus. "I’m very proud to be a Filipino even though I represent Switzerland. I was so happy also to meet her," Kuster said. (abs-cbnNEWS.com)
Miss America bringing shoe parade to Las Vegas: The Miss America Organization says it plans to hold a walking shoe parade Jan. 14, with pageant contestants wearing shoes decorated in homage to their home states. The idea is a nod to the pageant's days in New Jersey, when girls rode in open convertibles wearing elaborate dresses but casual shoes since nobody would see their feet. Locals heckled contestants to show their shoes, and contestants eventually adapted by decorating shoes with state themes.
"I'm trying to make the pageant more contemporary and attract it to younger viewers but I still think we have to honor the tradition and the history of this organization," Sam Haskell, chairman of the Miss America Organization, told The Associated Press on Thursday. "The DSW shoe parade is one of those facets." (victoriaadvocate.com)
Miss USA Rima Fakih returns to Michigan to vote: Fakih, 25, flew in from New York to her 14th District hometown to pose for pics and cast one of almost 3.3 million midterm ballots in that state, where Rep. John Conyers (D-Dearborn), held his seat while a Republican took the governorship. (latimesblogs.latimes.com)
Miss World to visit Botswana: The reigning Queen of the world, ‘Miss World 2010’ Alexandria Mills who is also Miss USA will make an official visit to Botswana sometime next year. This was revealed by her first princess, ‘Miss World Africa’, Emma Wareus at her home coming lunch held last week Friday at the Grand Palm Hotel.
“I can assure you that Miss World 2010 will make an official visit to Botswana next year”. Emma who is on a short visit home before heading back to carry out her Miss World duties also revealed that other queens from other countries like South Africa and Europe will also visit the country before the end of 2011. (gazettebw.com)
Lara Dutta launches her fitness DVD: Lara Dutta, who has joined the bandwagon of Bollywood actresses launching DVDs on fitness, says that yoga plays a vital role in keeping her in shape.
"Fitness has been important to me since my Miss Universe days and yoga plays an important part in my overall fitness regime. A combination of healthy eating and sensible exercising helps keep me looking and feeling great," Dutta told PTI after she launched a DVD—'HEAL with Lara' today. "I follow five days a week work out plan, combining cardio, strength training, yoga and meditate frequently. I have never followed fad diets," Dutta said. (dnaindia.com)
Miss Scotland Nicola Mimnagh launches refurbished Argyll Arcade Rox store: Nicola Mimnagh, the face of Scottish jewellery retailer Rox, launched the company’s refurbished Argyll Arcade store in Glasgow yesterday, ahead of its official opening today. Mimnagh, who won the contract with Rox after winning the Miss Scotland 2010 title, was pictured in the store’s Thrill Room wearing £100,000 worth of diamonds. She was there to unveil the retailer’s refurbished shop, which at 4,500sq ft is now Scotland’s largest jewellery store. (retail-jeweller.com)
Charity auction attracts Miss Earth candidates: Ninety national beauties attending the 2010 Miss Earth pageant joined more than 1,000 entrepreneurs in a charity gala auction held in Ho Chi Minh City on November 11. The gala was a venue for people to share their feelings and bid for goods in support of flood victims in central Vietnam. All proceeds will be transferred directly to the Ho Chi Minh Red Cross to help flood victims stabilize their lives. (vovnews.vn)
Jennifer Hawkins takes AVO against stalker: Jennifer Hawkins has taken out an AVO today against a man she claims has been stalking her. A judge in Waverley Court granted the model and former Miss Universe her request and ordered the man to stay at least 100 metres from her for 12 months.
A spokesperson for Hawkins, who did not appear in court today, said she was "very upset about the ordeal". "She was conscious of saying anything that would inflame the situation." (heraldsun.com.au)
Miss Ecuador wins Best in Evening Gown: Miss Ecuador (Jennifer Pazmiño) won the Best in Evening Gown Award from among the top five from Thailand, Brazil, the Czech Republic and Venezuela. (vovnews.vn)
Miss Serbia wins Best in Ao Dai: Among the 39 beauty queens, who participated in the Ao Dai contest, the Jury chose top five from Republic of Korea, the Philippines, Nicaragua, Serbia and Taiwan. Miss Serbia (Tijana Rakic) finally won the title in a beautiful orange Vietnamese Ao Dai, with her impressive style of performance. (vovnews.vn)
Miss World Homecoming Ceremony: Having travelled from Sanya to Shanghai, from Los Angeles and then on to Miami, Miss World Alexandria Mills returned to Louisville, Kentucky for her homecoming, where she was honoured with a "Proclamation for Distinguished Citizen" award by the Mayor of Louisville.
With friends and family in attendance at the ceremony held in the Mayor's Gallery, Metro Hall, Alexandria spoke of how important it meant to her to be back home: "I am honored to be here, to be from such a wonderful place. Born and raised, I wouldn't trade it for the world and this will always be my home...Throughout this year, I want to make my country, my family and Greater Louisville proud." (missworld.com)
Manhunt International 2010 Candidates: Check out the candidates for the Manhunt International 2010 Taichung, Taiwan.
Manhunt International 2010: Manhunt International 2010 contestants started pre-arrivals on the 9th November 2010 to Taipei for the world finals. The World Finals will be held on the 20th November 2010 at Taichung City. (manhunt.com.sg)
The Mister International 2010 Contestants: Check out the candidates for the Mister International 2010 in Indonesia.
The Mister International 2010 Pageant: Alan Sim, President of the Mister Singapore Organization, announced today the MISTER INTERNATIONAL 2010 pageant will be held on Saturday, November 20 (8-10 p.m.) from Central Park, Jakarta, Indonesia.
“Adventure. There is no better name for the beauty of Indonesia," said Sim. "The final show will highlight the warmth, beauty and hospitality of this exotic archipelago. We have had a wonderful working relationship with PT. Nutrifood Indonesia for several years and I am very excited this global event will take that partnership to a whole new level."
“The people of Indonesia are very proud and excited at the opportunity to host some of the most handsome people in the world in some of the most beautiful islands in the world," said Christian Widi Nugraha, Brand Manager of L-Men. "This feels like the perfect match. We look forward to showcasing the hospitality of our people, the history of our culture, the vibrancy of our music, dance, food and spirit." (mistersingapore.org)
Tree Planting and Parade at Phan Thiet: Miss Earth 2009 Larissa Ramos and the Miss Earth 2010 candidates participated in tree planting activity along Mui Ne beach, as part of the environmental protection of the international beauty event.
With knowledge and concern for the environment, the contestants participate in the activity with professionalism and dedication, under a sunny Phan Thiet sunny morning. The contestants also had a street parade in Phan Thiết. Enthusiastic local residents and international visitors enthusiasticaly gave cheers and welcome to the most beautiful women in the world. (missearth.tv/news)
Miss Japan wins National Costume award at Miss Earth 2010 contest: Japan's Marina Kishira was named winner of the Miss Earth 2010 National Costume competition on Saturday. Appearing in a black gown with images of flowers and water on the back and holding a fan with the image of the Japanese flag, the Japanese beauty impressed the judges and the 6,000-strong audience with her notable performance.
The 23-year-old girl said her costume was inspired by the tattoo art of Japan, and she wanted to convey the images of Japan's blooming fresh flowers and murmuring water flows. The Japanese beauty also won Miss Sea Links City, taking home a prize of US$5,000. In addition, she received a five-year voucher to enjoy vacations at the Sea Links City resort. The other contestants who made it to the top five in the National Costume competition were from Mexico, Brazil, South Africa and Ecuador. (thanhniennews.com)
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Nicole Faria beauty queen from Bangalore stands 1.76m and the first woman in India to win Miss Earth. Miss Earth 2009 Larissa Ribeiro Ramos of Brazil crowned her successor during the event. (rcayao.com)
Miss Vietnam wins the Best in Swimsuit: Miss Vietnam, Luu Thi Diem Huong outclassed all the other contestants en route being named the Best in Swimsuit in the ongoing Miss Earth 2010 on November 20. The show was held in Phu Yen Province with participation of 80 contestants from 80 countries and territories. Completing the top 5 were the contestants from Venezuela, Czech Republic, Norway and Ecuador.At the show, Miss Earth’s organizing board offered Phu Yen Province People’s Committee VND500 million (US$25,000) to support flood victims. (saigon-gpdaily.com.vn)
Beauties plant trees in Khanh Hoa: Twenty-three beauties from the Miss Earth 2010 pageant planted trees on November 21 at the Cat Trang Doc Let tourism site in Ninh Hoa district in the south central province of Khanh Hoa to promote the “For the Green of the Earth” campaign. They were joined by more than 50 students from Tran Quoc Toan and Tran Quy Cap high schools. This event aims to create a green and clean society and raise public awareness of the need to plant trees and protect the environment. (vovnews.vn)
Miss World, continental Queens coming-Wareus: Miss World runner-up, Emma Wareus, jetted into the country on Friday and announced that Miss World Alexandria Mills, second princess Adriana Vasini of Venezuela and continental the queens will visit Botswana next year. Continental queens will include Miss Asia and Oceania, Xiao Tang of China, and Miss World Caribbean, Aiasha Gustave of St Lucia Island. Miss World and Wareus are also the Miss World America and Africa titleholders respectively. Wareus told a press conference at the Sir Seretse Khama International Airport on Friday that the queen will be here to fund-raise for charity. It will also be Wareus' official homecoming. (mmegi.bw)
Alyssa Campanella crowned Miss California USA 2011: Alyssa Campanella, of Hillsborough, was crowned Miss California USA 2011 today at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa in Rancho Mirage. Alyssa is a former Miss New Jersey Teen USA. There were 213 contestants this year. She travels to Las Vegas in May to compete for the Miss USA 2011 title. (examiner.com)
Great Britain is Mister International 2010: Ryan Ferry, 22, Mister Great Britain, was the winner of Mister International 2010. The pageant took place in Jakarta, Indonesia.OFFICIAL RESULTS: Winner: Great Britain, Ryan Ferry. 2nd Place: Brazil, Caio Ribeiro, 3rd Place: Spain, Luis Alberto Maicas, 4th Place: Indonesia, Thomas Sebastian, & 5th Place: Greece, Leodion Sulaj.
TOP 10: Turkey (6th), Chile (7th), Namibia (8th), Bosnia & Herzegovina (9th), France (10th). TOP 15: Venezuela (11th), Austria (12th), Belgium (13th), Bolivia (14th), and Philippines (15th).
SPECIAL AWARDS: Best National Costume award: Indonesia, Mister Amity: Honduras, Best Body: Great Britain & Mister Photogenic: Sri Lanka.
Carousel's Lorraine Shuck: "All of the major events are carried on live telecast by VTV (Vietnamese TV), Perhaps this is their way of exposing themselves to the world after long years of isolation. It was only in 2004 that they began to open their doors again."
Vietnam has signed up with Carousel Productions to be the pageant's venue for 9 times within a 20-year period. (abs-cbnNEWS.com)
Slovak Republic is Manhunt International 2010: Peter Menky of Slovak Republic is the winner of Manhunt International 2010 in Taiwan.OFFICIAL RESULTS: Winner: Slovak Republic, Peter Menky, 2nd Place: Gibraltar, Bogdan Brasoveanu, 3rd Place: Brazil, Marlon De Gregori, 4th Place: USA, Daniel Guerra & 5th Place:Taiwan, Jerry Chang.
TOP 16: Bosnia and Herzegovina, China, India, Indonesia, Lebanon, Panama, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Sweden, Turkey & Venezuela.
SPECIAL AWARDS: Mr. Internet Popularity: India, Best National Costume: China, Mr. Alishan (sponsored by Alishan Mayor): Nicaragua, Mr. Photogenic: Slovak Republic, Mr. Physique: Singapore, Mr. Friendship: Korea, Mr. Personality: England & Best Runway Model: Gibraltar
Miss Universe Australia in catwalk knife scare: Miss Universe Australia Jesinta Campbell has revealed she cut short a modelling trip to China after a man stabbed five of her friends on a catwalk.In an exclusive interview with FHM magazine, the Gold Coast beauty said the armed man attacked the group at a shopping centre in June last year. "[My friends] were launching a Dior product ... it was some guy running around a shopping centre stabbing people," Campbell said. "It was all kept very hush-hush ... we weren't allowed to talk about it, or Twitter or Facebook, or tell anyone on the phone." (ninemsn.com.au)
2 Pinays in Ms. Earth 2010 in Vietnam: Interestingly, two Filipina beauties will vie for the crown in the pageant. They are Ms. Philippines, Kris Psyche Resus, and model-host Liza Andrea Kuster who is representing Switzerland.
“Nagulat nga ako nang mag-Tagalog siya! Proud din ako na maging Pilipina,” said Resus. "I’m very proud to be a Filipino even though I represent Switzerland. I was so happy also to meet her," Kuster said. (abs-cbnNEWS.com)
Miss America bringing shoe parade to Las Vegas: The Miss America Organization says it plans to hold a walking shoe parade Jan. 14, with pageant contestants wearing shoes decorated in homage to their home states. The idea is a nod to the pageant's days in New Jersey, when girls rode in open convertibles wearing elaborate dresses but casual shoes since nobody would see their feet. Locals heckled contestants to show their shoes, and contestants eventually adapted by decorating shoes with state themes.
"I'm trying to make the pageant more contemporary and attract it to younger viewers but I still think we have to honor the tradition and the history of this organization," Sam Haskell, chairman of the Miss America Organization, told The Associated Press on Thursday. "The DSW shoe parade is one of those facets." (victoriaadvocate.com)
Miss USA Rima Fakih returns to Michigan to vote: Fakih, 25, flew in from New York to her 14th District hometown to pose for pics and cast one of almost 3.3 million midterm ballots in that state, where Rep. John Conyers (D-Dearborn), held his seat while a Republican took the governorship. (latimesblogs.latimes.com)Miss World to visit Botswana: The reigning Queen of the world, ‘Miss World 2010’ Alexandria Mills who is also Miss USA will make an official visit to Botswana sometime next year. This was revealed by her first princess, ‘Miss World Africa’, Emma Wareus at her home coming lunch held last week Friday at the Grand Palm Hotel.
“I can assure you that Miss World 2010 will make an official visit to Botswana next year”. Emma who is on a short visit home before heading back to carry out her Miss World duties also revealed that other queens from other countries like South Africa and Europe will also visit the country before the end of 2011. (gazettebw.com)
Lara Dutta launches her fitness DVD: Lara Dutta, who has joined the bandwagon of Bollywood actresses launching DVDs on fitness, says that yoga plays a vital role in keeping her in shape.
"Fitness has been important to me since my Miss Universe days and yoga plays an important part in my overall fitness regime. A combination of healthy eating and sensible exercising helps keep me looking and feeling great," Dutta told PTI after she launched a DVD—'HEAL with Lara' today. "I follow five days a week work out plan, combining cardio, strength training, yoga and meditate frequently. I have never followed fad diets," Dutta said. (dnaindia.com)
Miss Scotland Nicola Mimnagh launches refurbished Argyll Arcade Rox store: Nicola Mimnagh, the face of Scottish jewellery retailer Rox, launched the company’s refurbished Argyll Arcade store in Glasgow yesterday, ahead of its official opening today. Mimnagh, who won the contract with Rox after winning the Miss Scotland 2010 title, was pictured in the store’s Thrill Room wearing £100,000 worth of diamonds. She was there to unveil the retailer’s refurbished shop, which at 4,500sq ft is now Scotland’s largest jewellery store. (retail-jeweller.com)Charity auction attracts Miss Earth candidates: Ninety national beauties attending the 2010 Miss Earth pageant joined more than 1,000 entrepreneurs in a charity gala auction held in Ho Chi Minh City on November 11. The gala was a venue for people to share their feelings and bid for goods in support of flood victims in central Vietnam. All proceeds will be transferred directly to the Ho Chi Minh Red Cross to help flood victims stabilize their lives. (vovnews.vn)
Jennifer Hawkins takes AVO against stalker: Jennifer Hawkins has taken out an AVO today against a man she claims has been stalking her. A judge in Waverley Court granted the model and former Miss Universe her request and ordered the man to stay at least 100 metres from her for 12 months.
A spokesperson for Hawkins, who did not appear in court today, said she was "very upset about the ordeal". "She was conscious of saying anything that would inflame the situation." (heraldsun.com.au)
Miss Ecuador wins Best in Evening Gown: Miss Ecuador (Jennifer Pazmiño) won the Best in Evening Gown Award from among the top five from Thailand, Brazil, the Czech Republic and Venezuela. (vovnews.vn)
Miss Serbia wins Best in Ao Dai: Among the 39 beauty queens, who participated in the Ao Dai contest, the Jury chose top five from Republic of Korea, the Philippines, Nicaragua, Serbia and Taiwan. Miss Serbia (Tijana Rakic) finally won the title in a beautiful orange Vietnamese Ao Dai, with her impressive style of performance. (vovnews.vn)
Miss World Homecoming Ceremony: Having travelled from Sanya to Shanghai, from Los Angeles and then on to Miami, Miss World Alexandria Mills returned to Louisville, Kentucky for her homecoming, where she was honoured with a "Proclamation for Distinguished Citizen" award by the Mayor of Louisville.
With friends and family in attendance at the ceremony held in the Mayor's Gallery, Metro Hall, Alexandria spoke of how important it meant to her to be back home: "I am honored to be here, to be from such a wonderful place. Born and raised, I wouldn't trade it for the world and this will always be my home...Throughout this year, I want to make my country, my family and Greater Louisville proud." (missworld.com)
Manhunt International 2010 Candidates: Check out the candidates for the Manhunt International 2010 Taichung, Taiwan.
Manhunt International 2010: Manhunt International 2010 contestants started pre-arrivals on the 9th November 2010 to Taipei for the world finals. The World Finals will be held on the 20th November 2010 at Taichung City. (manhunt.com.sg)
The Mister International 2010 Contestants: Check out the candidates for the Mister International 2010 in Indonesia.
The Mister International 2010 Pageant: Alan Sim, President of the Mister Singapore Organization, announced today the MISTER INTERNATIONAL 2010 pageant will be held on Saturday, November 20 (8-10 p.m.) from Central Park, Jakarta, Indonesia.
“Adventure. There is no better name for the beauty of Indonesia," said Sim. "The final show will highlight the warmth, beauty and hospitality of this exotic archipelago. We have had a wonderful working relationship with PT. Nutrifood Indonesia for several years and I am very excited this global event will take that partnership to a whole new level."
“The people of Indonesia are very proud and excited at the opportunity to host some of the most handsome people in the world in some of the most beautiful islands in the world," said Christian Widi Nugraha, Brand Manager of L-Men. "This feels like the perfect match. We look forward to showcasing the hospitality of our people, the history of our culture, the vibrancy of our music, dance, food and spirit." (mistersingapore.org)
Tree Planting and Parade at Phan Thiet: Miss Earth 2009 Larissa Ramos and the Miss Earth 2010 candidates participated in tree planting activity along Mui Ne beach, as part of the environmental protection of the international beauty event.
With knowledge and concern for the environment, the contestants participate in the activity with professionalism and dedication, under a sunny Phan Thiet sunny morning. The contestants also had a street parade in Phan Thiết. Enthusiastic local residents and international visitors enthusiasticaly gave cheers and welcome to the most beautiful women in the world. (missearth.tv/news)
Miss Japan wins National Costume award at Miss Earth 2010 contest: Japan's Marina Kishira was named winner of the Miss Earth 2010 National Costume competition on Saturday. Appearing in a black gown with images of flowers and water on the back and holding a fan with the image of the Japanese flag, the Japanese beauty impressed the judges and the 6,000-strong audience with her notable performance.The 23-year-old girl said her costume was inspired by the tattoo art of Japan, and she wanted to convey the images of Japan's blooming fresh flowers and murmuring water flows. The Japanese beauty also won Miss Sea Links City, taking home a prize of US$5,000. In addition, she received a five-year voucher to enjoy vacations at the Sea Links City resort. The other contestants who made it to the top five in the National Costume competition were from Mexico, Brazil, South Africa and Ecuador. (thanhniennews.com)































