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Miss Philippines Beyond 2008 : The Ultimate Philippine Pageant Messageboard of the New Millenium!
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A JOURNEY THROUGH SPACE AND TIME
COME AND EXPLORE THE MANY WORLDS OF

Miss Philippines Beyond 2008

Bridging the gap from the past to the present to the future.
Your gateway to the finest moments in Philippine pageant history!

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The Miss Philippines Beyond 2008 Messageboard is an independent forum on filipina beauty queens.
This messageboard reflects the unbiased opinions of its webmaster, pageant fans, and visitors.
The forum is in no way affiliated with any Philippine or U.S. based organization.

Miss Philippines Beyond 2008 welcomes you to the many worlds of Miss Philippines.
From the glorious legends of the past, to the captivating newsmakers of today!
Miss Philippines is the filipina legend of the new millenium.

Redefining the look of Miss Philippines, side by side with the world's finest.
Beyond the aura of years gone by, the true essence of the filipina.

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Filipina Essence Video of the Month


Subject: The Miss Universe Look The Miss Universe Look The Miss Universe Look The Miss Universe Look


Author:
hEiMLiCh -NAGSASABI NG TOTOO!
[Edit]

Date Posted: 00:54:40 04/19/08 Sat










Hiroko, the new Miss Universe Japan, in her latest pictorial. Awesome!!! Though not that stunning, but Ines surely knows how to PACKAGE and MARKET her! Capitalizing on her unique ASIAN features and not TRYING in vain trying to make her look LATINA!!! I have a feeling Japan is going to do well again this year. Just look at that, in just a span of a few years, 2 runners-up and a Miss Universe. And it all started happening after the Miss Japan Organization was given an overhaul and Ines came into the picture! Hay, enough said! Donald Trump is looking for a marketable face and image, not a face fit for the market! Get niyo????
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Subject: Treasure Chest Treasure Chest Treasure Chest Treasure Chest


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 12:01:43 04/19/08 Sat



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To watch the video, CLICK HERE
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Subject: This is Nuts! This is Nuts! This is Nuts! This is Nuts!


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 23:23:59 04/19/08 Sat


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The Source of Cumbia's Inspiration


Kaya naman pala cheap eh ang source of inspiration eh cheap din. OO nga naman BIRDS OF THE SAME FEATHER FLOCK TOGETHER. I wonder...do they just buy those wholesale here from the U.S. or what??? hmmmmmmmmmm......
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Subject: Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 00:37:45 04/19/08 Sat






RIYO MORI, MISS UNIVERSE 2007 & HIROKO, MISS UNIVERSE JAPAN 2008
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Subject:
DELEGATES FOR MISS HONDURAS UNIVERSE 2008


Author:
Not-Your-Hero
[Edit]

Date Posted: 12:12:47 04/18/08 Fri



The official Srta. Honduras Universo 2008 site has been updated with the
portraits of this year's
candidates.







Final is on April 26 at Hotel Villas Telamar in Tela.

Winner will represent Honduras in Miss Universe 2008.




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Subject:
Just a Cover and the girls.


Author:
patet
[Edit]

Date Posted: 08:05:13 04/18/08 Fri

Miss Earth 2004 Priscilla Meirelles during the launching of Playboy Magazine Philippine Edition (she's also the covergirl) with Racquel Gibson (Heimlich's fave/ that one on the center on the two lower photos)....remember?....that Angelina Jolie look alike babe who once became a US' Playboy playmate.











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Subject:
Nikki Martin


Author:
alexei
[Edit]

Date Posted: 04:37:49 04/16/08 Wed





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Nikki Martin
Miss Philippines-Earth USA 2008


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Nikki Martin with Fred & Marlene Dizon, Krystle Dizon's parents


Special Thanks
gerardisgejay/Flickr
Images

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Subject: Watch This! Watch This! Watch This! Watch This!


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 18:56:52 04/17/08 Thu





I am SO JEALOUS! Miss Universe Japan is what we all want. Runway, supermodel like pose, glitz, glamour, class, beauty queen attitude, all rolled into one. No wonder they have been doing so well. Just look at the way these girls strut their stuff on the runway - walang hiya-hiya, may konting LANDI, hayyyy INES LIGRON please save us!!!!!! Until we start training our girls like the way Ines does, it will be a while before we see another pinay called to the top 12 or top 15. Almost 10 years na since Miriam Quiambao, how long will we have to wait?

HEIMLICH
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Subject: could this be the preview of what will happen in vietnam?


Author:
lito_mora
[Edit]

Date Posted: 09:19:31 04/15/08 Tue

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puerto rico, dom. rep and venezuela at trumps miss usa pageant, guys eto eh 3 lang naman sa makakalaban ni miss barrientos, does she stands a chance with these 3? though i love pr and ven., i go for dp bcoz of her rawness very polished na ang 2 but not bad dhil beauty pageant ito... ah ewan ko sa bpci...
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Subject: Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz


Author:
hEiMLiCh -NAGSASABI NG TOTOO!
[Edit]

Date Posted: 17:31:59 04/17/08 Thu





Cathy Untalan and 2 familiar beauties, Nadia Shami and Jeanne Harn. I just cannot believe my eyes every time I see a picture of Cathy, she really went through a big transformation! Not to degrade her no, but rather to commend her for a job well done. Galeng ng whoever her stylist is. Just like what JBC said, what a 180 degree turn! Carousel is definitely light years ahead of Binibini. Binibini is still stuck in Jurassic Park while Carousel is already at Universal Studios! LOL~!!!!!!!! Hay naku...no hope talaga ang BPCI. Sana Carousel na lang ang may-ari ng franchise o di kaya yung organizers ng Miss Islands Philippines.

P.S. THANK YOU to FOUNTAIN OF BEAUTY for this picture. =)
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Subject: Binibini Watch Binibini Watch Binibini Watch Binibini Watch


Author:
hEiMLiCh -no comment !!!
[Edit]

Date Posted: 17:54:43 04/16/08 Wed










Heimlich says: Thank you very much to FOUNTAIN OF BEAUTY. Maraming salamat po.

The BIG QUESTION : ARE THEY READY?


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Subject:
Miss Universe UK contestant makes charity fashionable


Author:
Not-Your-Hero
[Edit]

Date Posted: 11:00:47 04/17/08 Thu

A South London beauty has been selected to compete in the finals of a prestigious beauty pageant. Paula Hector, an international event producer and a psychology graduate, will compete in the distinguished Miss Universe UK pageant; to take place at the Café de Paris, in Leicester Square on May 4th. Paula will compete against 49 other women from across the country at the grand final.



The Miss Universe UK pageant is also raising funds for the Joshua Foundation. This is the only UK charity that specifically assists children who have terminal cancer. The organisation was formed in memory of Joshua Cornelius who was diagnosed with an aggressive form of abdominal cancer at the precious age of five.



Paula will be hosting a glamorous fashion show called The Joshua Foundation Fashion Show on 27th April to raise money for the charity. This will feature designs from trend setting group "Fashion-Enter" and will be hosted at the very exclusive club, Volstead , close to Piccadilly Circus. This venue has hosted events for celebrities like Beyonce, Maroon 5 and Linkin Park. "It is a very worthy cause" she says "and the Ignite group were very kind to allow us to use the venue free of charge. It was even more amazing that Fashion Capital also agreed to be a media sponsor for me and my event." Paula says, "I hope people will make the effort to come out to an event which will be really fun and exciting but ultimately and most importantly will help improve the lives of the children". The fashion show will submit 100% of the profit from the event directly to the Joshua Foundation.



The winner of Miss Universe UK, which is organised by Vibe Models in Wales and sponsored by Dress Stop, will compete against women from all over the world in the Miss Universe Pageant; an organisation co-owned by real estate mogul Donald Trump . Miss Universe will stay in a luxury New York City apartment and have the opportunity to meet heads of state and dignitaries from around the world as she acts as a global ambassador for the fight against HIV/Aids.




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Subject: see the skills of the new miss usa: barrientos must watch this...


Author:
lito_mora
[Edit]

Date Posted: 08:48:16 04/15/08 Tue


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Subject:
DELEGATES FOR MISS PANAMA UNIVERSE 2008


Author:
Not-Your-Hero
[Edit]

Date Posted: 16:19:23 04/15/08 Tue




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After a week-long reality which is going to start in the next few days the
new Miss Panama Universe 2008 will be crowned at the end of May.

10 girls will be competing.


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If you would like to find out about the individual delegates I recommend to
tale a look at the following message board. There all the delegates are
presented individually with pics etc.

http://www.bellezasdepanama.co.nr/



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Subject: Binibini Watch Binibini Watch Binibini Watch Binibini Watch


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 19:39:29 04/12/08 Sat










PICTURES COURTESY OF FOUNTAIN OF BEAUTY

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Subject: More of Riyo Mori ! More of Riyo Mori ! More of Riyo Mori ! More of Riyo Mori !


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 20:24:40 04/12/08 Sat






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Subject: Evening Gowns Evening Gowns Evening Gowns Evening Gowns


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 17:12:48 04/13/08 Sun



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COLOMBIAN DESIGNER ALFREDO BARAZZA

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U.S. BASED DESIGNER ALAN DEL ROSARIO

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CEBU BASED DESIGNER JUN ESCARIO

WHO ROCKS & WHO SUCKS???


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Subject: Binibini Watch Binibini Watch Binibini Watch Binibini Watch


Author:
hEiMLiCh - thanks to OPMB
[Edit]

Date Posted: 18:12:48 04/13/08 Sun


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STILL AS RADIANT AS EVER!

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Subject: Binibini Watch Binibini Watch Binibini Watch Binibini Watch


Author:
hEiMLiCh -no comment !!!
[Edit]

Date Posted: 05:27:04 04/14/08 Mon


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Subject: Treasure Chest Treasure Chest Treasure Chest Treasure Chest


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 18:46:03 04/14/08 Mon


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These pictures were taken from the Miss International Queen 2007 Pageant in Thailand. Yes, the girls here are actually guys. What impresses me the most is they have BETTER national costumes and BETTER gowns and hard to admit, they project BETTER. Whoever trained them must be a pageant fanatic. My question now is why not tap these pinoy fashionistas to train our delegates? Why the heck to we have to send them to Colombia wherein even the neighborhood manicurista could probably do a better job? -

Oh well,
Heimlich
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Subject: Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 18:56:43 04/14/08 Mon




MISS PUERTO RICO IN LAS VEGAS


This is what I am saying! Though not that stunning, but always in fighting form! Always well made up, it's the packaging that helps a lot guys! PACKAGING!!! Well done hair, teeth shiny and white, good make-up (in my opinion), and a simple yet elegant evening gown (no recycling...)
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Subject: A MSG FOR HEADMASTER HEIM


Author:
lito_mora
[Edit]

Date Posted: 09:11:20 04/15/08 Tue

heim below is a subject sa isang board ( ei heim sorry ha just wanna know the facts i'm not making patol bout it, but the thing is i checked on the board pati previous posts kaso d ko nakita maliban sa photo ni barrientos na wlang mga captions sa baba), did you really did or suggested this thing bout our current ms u rep.?

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infairness kung gawa mo man, maganda naman d ba beyonders? malayo talaga sa plain looks ni jen sa ngayon, total make-over talaga... kung ganito ang itsura nya may laban tlaga tayo sa miss u 200. kasi sabi dun sa board suggestions nad make over courtesy mo daw. thanks heim. have a nice day!!!
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Subject:
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Author:
alexei
[Edit]

Date Posted: 11:23:37 04/12/08 Sat






American Boy

By: Estelle
Featuring Kanye West




Special Thanks
TrentLove1
Video

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Subject:
MISS BRAZIL UNIVERSE 2008


Author:
Not-Your-Hero
[Edit]

Date Posted: 04:30:12 04/14/08 Mon



THE RESULT:

The Miss Brasil 2008 pageant just took place in Săo Paulo.
Here are the results:

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MISS BRASIL 2008 - RIO GRANDE DO SUL, Natalia Anderle (to Miss Universe2008)

1st RU - Ceará, Vanessa Vidal (to Miss International 2008)
2nd RU- Miss Goiás, Cynthia Oliveira
3rd RU- Miss Săo Paulo, Janaina Barcelos
4th RU- Miss Minas Gerais

CROWNING VIDEO





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Subject: Facts about the new Miss USA


Author:
lito_mora
[Edit]

Date Posted: 08:57:08 04/15/08 Tue

Did you all know that Crystle Stewart, Miss USA 2008 competed five (5) times prior to winning the most competitive state pageant in America. Annually, the pageant has over a hundred candidates competing for the coveted title.

2003 - Crystle was Top 12 semifinalist; Miss Texas USA title won by Nicole O'Brian (2nd runner-up Miss USA 2003)

2004 - Crystle did not compete; took a break; Miss Texas USA title won by Stephanie Guerrero (Top 15 Miss USA 2004)

2005 - Crystle was 3rd runner-up; Miss Texas USA title won by Tyler Willis (Top 15 Miss USA 2005

2006 - Crystle was 1st runner-up ; Miss Texas USA title won by Lauren Lanning (Top 10 Miss USA 2006)

2007 - Crystle was 1st runner-up once again; Miss Texas USA title won by Magen Ellis (Top 10 Miss USA 2007)

2008 - Crystle finally won the most competitive Miss Texas USA title (eventually winning the Miss USA 2008 pageant last night)

Past Miss Texas USA winners and their respective placements:

2007
Magen Ellis
(Houston)
Top 10
at Miss USA

2006
Lauren Lanning
(Friendswood)
Top 10
at Miss USA

2005
Tyler Willis
(Lubbock)
Top 15
at Miss USA

2004
Stephanie Guerrero
(Lake Jackson)
Top 15
at Miss USA

2003
Nicole O'Brian
(Friendswood)
2nd Runner-up
at Miss USA

2002
Kasi Kelly
(Bridgeport)
Top 12 Semi-Finalist
at Miss USA

2001
Kandace Krueger
(Austin)
Winner - MISS USA
(2nd Runner-up at
Miss Universe)

2000
Heather Ogilvie
(Houston)

1999
Carissa Blair
(Houston)

1998
Holly Mills
(San Antonio)
Top 5 Finalist
at Miss USA

1997
Amanda Little
(Wylie)
Top 6 Finalist
at Miss USA

1996
Kara Williams
(Houston)
Top 12 Semi-Finalist
at Miss USA

1995
Chelsi Smith
(Deer Park)
Winner - MISS USA
( & Miss Congeniality)
Winner - MISS UNIVERSE

1994
Christine Friedel
(El Paso)
Top 6 Finalist
at Miss USA

1993
Angie Sisk
(Houston)
Top 12 Semi-Finalist
at Miss USA

1992
Katie Young
(Ft. Worth)
Top 12 Semi-Finalist
at Miss USA

1991
Chris Bogard
(Tomball)

1990
Stephanie Kuehne
(Missouri City)
Top 12 Semi-Finalist
at Miss USA

1989
Gretchen Polhemus
(Fort Worth)
Winner - Miss USA 2nd Runner-up - Miss Universe

1988
Courtney Gibbs
(Fort Worth)
Winner - Miss USA
Semi-Finalist - Miss Universe

1987
Michelle Royer
(Keller)
Winner - Miss USA
2nd Runner - Miss Universe

1986
Christy Fitchner
(Dallas)
Winner - Miss USA
1st Runner - Miss Universe

1985
Laura Martinez Herring
(El Paso)
Winner - Miss USA
Semi-Finalist - Miss Universe

1984
Laura Shaw
(Burleson)
Semi-Finalist - Miss USA

1983
Lisa Allred
(Fort Worth)
Miss Photogenic and
1st runner up -Miss USA U.S. representative -
Miss World

1982
Luann Caughey
(Abilene)
1st runner up -Miss USA U.S. representative -
Miss World

1981
Diana Durnford
(El Paso)
Semi-Finalist - Miss USA

1980
Barbara Buckley
(Midland)
Semi-Finalist - Miss USA

1979
Anne Hinnant
(Houston)
Semi-Finalist -Miss USA

1978
Barbara Horan
(Dallas)
Winner of Best State Costume and
2nd runner-up - Miss USA

1977
Kim Tomes
(Houston)
Winner - MISS USA
(& Best State Costume)
Semi-Finalist -
Miss Universe

1976
Candice Gray
(El Paso)
Semi-Finalist - Miss USA

1975
Aundie Evers
(El Paso)
4th Runner-up - Miss USA

1974 - Debra Cronin
1973 - Lavon McConnell (Best State Costume & Semi-Finalist - Miss USA)
1972 - Susan Peters (Miss Photogenic)
1971 - Brenda Lynn Box (1st Runner-up - Miss USA)
1970 - Diane Swendeman (Miss Congeniality and Semi-Finalist - Miss USA)
1969 - Sandy Drewes
1968 - Jeannie Wilson
1967 - Bonnie Robinson (Semi-Finalist - Miss USA)
1966 - Dorothy Pickens (Semi-Finalist - Miss USA)
1965 - Phillis Johnson (Semi-Finalist - Miss USA)
1964 - Diane Elaine Balloun (1st Runner-up - Miss USA)
1963 - Cheryl Rene Wilburn
1962 - Jackie Faye Williams (Semi-Finalist - Miss USA)
1961 - Sheila Wade
1960 - Pat Cloud
1959 - Carelgean Douglas (1st Runner-up - Miss USA)
1958 - Linda Daugherty (Semi-Finalist - Miss USA)
1957 - Gloria Hunt (Semi-Finalist - Miss USA)
1956 - Jo Dodson (4th Runner-up - Miss USA)
1955 - Mary Miles Daughters (Semi-Finalist - Miss USA)
1954 - Betty Lee (3rd Runner-up - Miss USA)
1953 - Joan Gail Bradshaw (Semi-Finalist - Miss USA)
1952 - Charlene McClary

Subject: SYA NA LANG SANA


Author:
WOLF
[Edit]

Date Posted: 04:21:24 04/15/08 Tue





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Subject:
3 LATINAS AT MISS USA 2008


Author:
Not-Your-Hero
[Edit]

Date Posted: 15:22:07 04/13/08 Sun

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Subject:
MISS JAMAICA UNIVERSE 2008


Author:
Not-Your-Hero
[Edit]

Date Posted: 15:38:52 04/13/08 Sun

THE RESULT:


18-year old April Jackson has just been crowned Miss Jamaica Universe 2008.

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April stands 6 feet tall and she was Miss Jamaica UK 2006.


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April will now represent Jamaica in Miss Universe 2008.
1st RU was Doneika Plowright
2nd RU was Rebecca Silvera

READ HER INTERVIEW




Why did you enter this competition?
I entered Miss Jamaica Universe because I am a proud Jamaican; it would be my honour to bring the Miss Universe crown home for the first time. Having lived in England and visited elsewhere I have seen Jamaicans being portrayed both positively and negatively; I believe that Miss Jamaica Universe is an ideal platform that will enable me to defy those negative stereotypes and be a great role model by inspiring young people locally and internationally. Also, MJU will add to my portfolio of experiences by allowing me to meet new people and face challenges that will contribute to my personal development.

What personal attribute(s) you feel will give you an 'edge' over the other contestants?
All the contestants have their different strengths, however, my strengths that I believe will give me an edge are my ability to articulate, learn quickly and my maturity. It is clear that this competition is not just one of physical beauty; hence I believe that the winner will need to be able to form and express her opinions clearly in order to compete for the Miss Universe crown and advocate change in whichever platform she chooses. Miss Jamaica Universe 2008 will have to prepare for the international competition in a relatively short period, therefore it is vital that she can be trained easily. Lastly, having traveled quite extensively and worked alongside my father in business for years I am a mature young lady that has achieved and is eager to continue achieving great things.

How do you intend to take home the Miss Universe crown for Jamaica?
I intend to take home the Miss Universe crown by standing out, therefore not only focusing on single aspects of my person based on the judging requirement but focusing on me as a package. The contest carries high requirements which I have begun to familiarize myself and I will therefore need to prepare so that I not only meet these requirements but to exceed them. I plan to bring recognition to our great country by remaining in the spotlight and performing well in all the challenges I would face throughout the month prior to the final day. It would be my duty to show the world why Jamaica is so great and that is because of its people and their ability to make their mark on the world despite being the size of a dot on the map. Most importantly I would be myself and represent our beautiful island with dignity, poise and grace.

What will be your platform (charity) if you win, and why?
If I became Miss Jamaica Universe one of the things I would like to do is work alongside some of the children’s homes to create programs such as mentoring, improve the facilities and increase awareness. I am currently volunteering with the National Children’s Home of Jamaica and Marigold Children’s Home and I can see that there is a lot more that could be done for these children many of whom may remain in care until they are 18. It is necessary that these children receive counseling and are prepared to enter the real world when the time comes. I believe that is it is important that those who are more privileged and able give to the less fortunate, be it taking the time to visit the children, donating money or material goods. Being Miss Jamaica Universe would allow me to be even more successful in my efforts to effect change and advance the conditions of children’s homes islandwide.

If you could pick the winner (other than yourself), who would that be, and why?
Although the group is full of great personalities and beautiful faces making the decision even more difficult, I would pick Lauri-Ann Ainsworth based on what I have seen so far. She seems to be well aware, accomplished and down to earth; which I feel would allow her to be a good role model and represent her county well.

Describe yourself using three adjectives.
Confident, sincere and jovial.

What beauty product can't you go without?
Lip gloss

Reggae or Dancehall?
Dancehall

"Fashion over style" or "Style over fashion"
Style over fashion

Bikinis or boyshorts for the beach?
Boyshorts (with a kaftan)



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Subject:
DELEGATES FOR MISS SLOVENIA UNIVERSE 2008


Author:
Not-Your-Hero
[Edit]

Date Posted: 15:45:44 04/13/08 Sun



After Friday's final casting, here are the 16 finalists vying for Miss
Universe Slovenije 2008 on May 17.

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Group Pic:
(FRONT L-R) Vanesa Štefanovski, Renata Humar, Ksenija Kaloper, Maja Tripunovi
č, Anamarija Avbelj, Karmela Mikšič, Anja Gorišek, Sara Jug,

(BACK L-R) Andreja Tišler, Suzana Grlič, Klavdija Kolmančič, Klara Kobe, Ž
iva Kuralt, Tara Zupančič, Nina Batista in Polona Gril.

Winner will represent Slovenia in Miss Universe 2008.




Subject:
MISS COSTA RICA UNIVERSE 2008


Author:
Not-Your-Hero
[Edit]

Date Posted: 15:09:55 04/13/08 Sun



THE RESULT:





The new Miss Costa Rica 2008 is Maria Teresa Rodriguez (21, 168 cm). She was
crowned tonight.



1st runner up: Marilin Marin
2nd runner up: Diana Mackenzie


Maria Teresa Rodriguez will now represent Costa Rica in Miss Universe 2008.

Mike Blum, Lorena Velázquez, Nancy Soto, Luis Kaver and Marianela Dobles were the distinguished panel of judges.




Subject: Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz Beauty Buzz


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 20:47:51 04/12/08 Sat



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Melanie Felix will represent the Filipino community of US East Coast in this year's Miss Philippines-Earth pageant.

Although she missed the Long Gown Competition held April 1st, she will be wearing gowns by Versace, Dolce & Gabanna and Marc Bauwer Couture throughout the month-long competition, provided by her sponsors.

Her cultural gown will be a modern "terno" designed by Philippine-based award-winning designer Ariel Alvarez. Last year's US East Coast delegate Emerald Morales wore a stunning purple evening gown designed by Alvarez. Emerald won Best In Long Gown.

Since being crowned 2008 Miss Filipinas-USA in January, Melanie has been training for Miss Philippines-Earth. Her advisors include: actress Olivia Tracey (Miss Universe Semifinalist/Miss World Finalist) and the staff at Vivace Conservatory for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles - Paul Martinez (voice), Manuel Tuason (stage projection) and Blythe Matsui (dance).

Melanie was born in the United States and works as a flight attendant based in Washington, DC. She speaks Tagalog.

Many thanks to the Filipino Community on the East Coast. Maraming salamat po.

Heimlich's Two Cents: In all honesty and no B.S..., I like this girl. ATTITUDE is written all over her face. Not the wrong kind of attitude, but the BEAUTY QUEEN ATTITUDE which I will start calling today as the "B.Q.A. Factor." Good luck to you Melanie! Go and kick some ass in Manila!
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Subject: Potential Queen Potential Queen Potential Queen Potential Queen


Author:
hEiMLiCh
[Edit]

Date Posted: 20:19:41 04/12/08 Sat




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GWEN RUAIS : PINAY SUPERMODEL.....FIERCE!!!!!


She is half pinay, half French, and she stands 6'1"... Good Lord! Certainly can stand side by side with those Latinas. We need an INES LIGRON in the Philippines. Someone who truly has an eye for beauty. I wonder if someone has the $$$$$ and the guts to buy the franchise from the Aranetas. Japan languished for years under the same old system until Ines Ligron entered the picture. Oh well, we can only hope.....
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Subject: check out this website to know who won MTQI 2008


Author:
lito_mora
[Edit]

Date Posted: 21:15:21 04/12/08 Sat

http://www.misstqi.com/

Subject: Beauty Buzz