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.
Miss Grand International sees franchise shake-ups across countries, Vietnam retains license holder
Vietnam News 14:48 25/10/2026Miss Grand International has seen a wave of national franchise changes in Ecuador, India, Myanmar, and Honduras amid disputes over financial obligations, management, and competition rules, while Vietnam's long-time franchise holder remains in place for 2027.
Why has Miss Tourism Vietnam 2028 chosen ‘Era of Rising Together’ as theme?
Vietnam News 09:25 24/10/2026Although it is an entertainment event, Miss Tourism Vietnam 2028 has chosen the theme ‘Vietnam - An Era of Rising Together’ to reflect the organizers’ ambition to help transform tourism into a spearhead economic sector and a leading cultural industry.
Which Vietnamese beauty queens will shine on international stages later this year?
Vietnam News 15:19 19/10/2026Following strong performances by Vietnamese contestants at major international beauty pageants this year, four more representatives are preparing to compete on the global stage in the coming months.
What to expect from 1st Miss Charm Vietnam pageant?
Vietnam News 13:01 16/10/2026Miss Charm Vietnam 2026, the first domestic edition of the pageant after three seasons of selecting Vietnamese representatives for the international competition, brings together 23 contestants with diverse backgrounds and strengths.
Miss Charm Vietnam 2026 unveils Top 24, featuring multilingual beauty, TikTok influencer with 1.2 million followers
Vietnam News 13:32 14/10/2026A multilingual beauty of Vietnamese-Turkish descent, a social media influencer with a massive following, and several seasoned pageant contestants are among the 24 finalists vying for the Miss Charm Vietnam 2026 crown.
Why are Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines so obsessed with beauty pageants?
In-Depth 11:01 13/10/2026From packed arenas and fiercely loyal fan communities to viral social media battles and national celebrations, beauty pageants have become a cultural phenomenon in Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines. But what fuels this extraordinary passion for crowns and contestants across Southeast Asia?
Pageant fever turns toxic: Vietnamese creator’s extreme reaction to Miss Grand International result fuels debate
Vietnam Life 21:44 12/10/2026A video of Vietnamese content creator Pham Thoai smashing a television after the Miss Grand International 2026 final has sparked online debate, with viewers questioning whether his reaction was an emotional outburst or a stunt to attract views.
Tanzania takes Miss Grand International 2026 crown, Vietnam’s Emoura Pham finishes in top 5
Vietnam News 09:54 11/10/2026Vietnam’s Emoura Pham secured the fourth runner-up title at Miss Grand International 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand on Saturday night, while Tanzania’s Jihan Dimack was crowned the winner of the beauty pageant.
Philippine witch, Thai buffalo and Vietnam’s paper horses turn heads at Miss Grand 2026 International 2026
Vietnam Life 14:00 08/10/2026From a Philippine witch to a Thai racing buffalo and Vietnam’s ceremonial paper horses, contestants turned folklore and cultural traditions into spectacular fashion statements at Miss Grand International 2026.
Miss World 2026: Who are the frontrunners for the crown?
Vietnam News 15:19 31/08/2026As the Miss World 2026 final approaches, several contestants are emerging as frontrunners after strong performances in preliminary events and high placements in international beauty pageant rankings.
