Competition

Miss Universe November 20

Miss Universe contestant falls off stage as rigging allegations rock competition

Miss Universe contestant from Jamaica falls off stage during evening gown round as judge resigns amid rigging allegations at Thailand pageant.

Miss America September 21

Miss America defends pageant makeup after social media trolls took aim

Cassie Donegan, who overcame a difficult childhood and bullying to become Miss America, is now facing social media criticism about her appearance with grace and determination.

Miss America September 6

Miss America hopeful swaps combat boots for evening gown, says military service gives her purpose

Army National Guard soldier Alexia Rodrigues uses her Miss America platform to raise awareness about foster care reform and support for military women.

Achievement May 30

Teen from Allen, Texas wins Scripps National Spelling Bee with 'eclaircissement'

Texas teenager Faizan Zaki won the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee after correctly spelling "éclaircissement" in the 21st round of the competition.

Exclusive January 27, 2025

Miss America says she's following the Lord in world that's 'broken, polarized and divided'

Abbie Stockard declared victory over 51 other contestants. She credited her relationship with God for giving her the drive to become a positive role model on a public platform.

LIFESTYLE August 20, 2024

T-Rex world championships are off to a roaring start and finish in Washington state

T-Rex enthusiasts of all ages suited up to compete for the ultimate prize at the World Championships held at Emerald Downs in Washington state over the weekend.

Germany May 13, 2024

Fingerhakeln frenzy: Bavarian men grapple for victory in Germany's finger wrestling championship

More than 150 Bavarian men gathered in Bernbeuren, Germany, for the national championship of "Fingerhakeln," a unique form of finger wrestling, officials said.

Exclusive February 22, 2024

Miss America says Air Force service is life-changing: 'It's all been just wonderful'

Madison Marsh, who was crowned 2024 Miss America, is also a master’s student at the Harvard Kennedy School’s public policy program. She won the title of Miss Colorado last year.

Exclusive January 12, 2024

Miss Universe recalls struggles with debilitating anxiety: 'I didn't want to get out of bed'

Miss Universe Sheynnis Palacios, a 23-year-old communicologist from Nicaragua, said she wants to promote mental health after suffering debilitating bouts of anxiety herself.

Sports December 14, 2023

Trans athlete wins girls' U14 dance competition, sparking both fury, praise; Riley Gaines weighs in

A firestorm has erupted online after a biological boy won a girls' under-14 Irish dance tournament in Texas recently, with Riley Gaines advocating for one of two competing petitions.