• Daniel Dejnezenko, a model in Dubai, will represent Poland at the Mister Global 2022 beauty pageant. All photos: Jayson Isaac
    Daniel Dejnezenko, a model in Dubai, will represent Poland at the Mister Global 2022 beauty pageant. All photos: Jayson Isaac
  • Dejnezenko is a business student and runs his own luxury car venture in Dubai
    Dejnezenko is a business student and runs his own luxury car venture in Dubai
  • He says living in Dubai has prepared him for the Mister Global competition
    He says living in Dubai has prepared him for the Mister Global competition
  • Dejnezenko will compete with more than 40 contestants from around the world at Mister Global 2022
    Dejnezenko will compete with more than 40 contestants from around the world at Mister Global 2022
  • He says he wants to highlight the importance of free education for children, especially those affected by war
    He says he wants to highlight the importance of free education for children, especially those affected by war

Polish model's journey from Dubai runways to Mister Global stage


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Polish model Daniel Dejnezenko says the five years he has lived in Dubai have equipped him for one of the first major tests in his career — representing his country at the Mister Global competition.

More than 40 contestants have arrived in Chiang Mai in Thailand for the annual beauty pageant to crown the 2022 winner. The Thai-owned competition, which has been held annually since 2014, was postponed in 2020 owing to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Mister Global 2021, Danh Chieu Linh from Vietnam, is set to crown his successor in a glitzy ceremony to be held next Saturday.

Dejnezenjo, 22, a part-time model and business student in Dubai, was selected as Poland's representative last month. He also runs his own venture dealing in luxury cars and helps with running his family's jewellery business. He says living in the UAE has taught him to prepare for his moment in the pageant spotlight.

Daniel Dejnezenko, a model in Dubai, will represent Poland at the Mister Global beauty pageant. Photo: Jayson Isaac
Daniel Dejnezenko, a model in Dubai, will represent Poland at the Mister Global beauty pageant. Photo: Jayson Isaac

"Studying in the golden city of Dubai has given me a lot of wisdom, including how to manage my own business," he tells The National.

"It has also given me a global outlook and convinced me that the world needs each other, and that we can all grow together."

As a model, Dejnezenko has worked with many UAE brands, and was the youngest male model to open the Arab Fashion Week digital show in 2021. He's also a professional swimmer and has competed in Poland's national swimming team.

At Mister Global, he says he wants to highlight the importance of free education.

"My advocacy is to use my voice to spread the message of free education for all kids, especially the victims of war, as my mother is originally from Ukraine," he says.

Contestants at Mister Global are already being vetted ahead of the coronation next Saturday. The 15 semifinalists will be named on the night. They are currently being judged on various criteria, including appearance, physique, confidence and attitude.

The semifinalists will then compete in another round of interviews, as well as swimwear and eveningwear rounds, before the field is narrowed to five contestants.

They will be asked more questions by the judges, who from there, will whittle the group down to three finalists. Each is to be asked the same final question, before the 2022 winner is crowned.

Mister Global is one of many international male beauty pageants held annually, along with Mister International, Mister World and Man of the World.

German intelligence warnings
  • 2002: "Hezbollah supporters feared becoming a target of security services because of the effects of [9/11] ... discussions on Hezbollah policy moved from mosques into smaller circles in private homes." Supporters in Germany: 800
  • 2013: "Financial and logistical support from Germany for Hezbollah in Lebanon supports the armed struggle against Israel ... Hezbollah supporters in Germany hold back from actions that would gain publicity." Supporters in Germany: 950
  • 2023: "It must be reckoned with that Hezbollah will continue to plan terrorist actions outside the Middle East against Israel or Israeli interests." Supporters in Germany: 1,250 

Source: Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution

The Pope's itinerary

Sunday, February 3, 2019 - Rome to Abu Dhabi
1pm: departure by plane from Rome / Fiumicino to Abu Dhabi
10pm: arrival at Abu Dhabi Presidential Airport


Monday, February 4
12pm: welcome ceremony at the main entrance of the Presidential Palace
12.20pm: visit Abu Dhabi Crown Prince at Presidential Palace
5pm: private meeting with Muslim Council of Elders at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
6.10pm: Inter-religious in the Founder's Memorial


Tuesday, February 5 - Abu Dhabi to Rome
9.15am: private visit to undisclosed cathedral
10.30am: public mass at Zayed Sports City – with a homily by Pope Francis
12.40pm: farewell at Abu Dhabi Presidential Airport
1pm: departure by plane to Rome
5pm: arrival at the Rome / Ciampino International Airport

Traits of Chinese zodiac animals

Tiger:independent, successful, volatile
Rat:witty, creative, charming
Ox:diligent, perseverent, conservative
Rabbit:gracious, considerate, sensitive
Dragon:prosperous, brave, rash
Snake:calm, thoughtful, stubborn
Horse:faithful, energetic, carefree
Sheep:easy-going, peacemaker, curious
Monkey:family-orientated, clever, playful
Rooster:honest, confident, pompous
Dog:loyal, kind, perfectionist
Boar:loving, tolerant, indulgent   

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While you're here
'The Lost Daughter'

Director: Maggie Gyllenhaal

Starring: Olivia Colman, Jessie Buckley, Dakota Johnson

Rating: 4/5

European arms

Known EU weapons transfers to Ukraine since the war began: Germany 1,000 anti-tank weapons and 500 Stinger surface-to-air missiles. Luxembourg 100 NLAW anti-tank weapons, jeeps and 15 military tents as well as air transport capacity. Belgium 2,000 machine guns, 3,800 tons of fuel. Netherlands 200 Stinger missiles. Poland 100 mortars, 8 drones, Javelin anti-tank weapons, Grot assault rifles, munitions. Slovakia 12,000 pieces of artillery ammunition, 10 million litres of fuel, 2.4 million litres of aviation fuel and 2 Bozena de-mining systems. Estonia Javelin anti-tank weapons.  Latvia Stinger surface to air missiles. Czech Republic machine guns, assault rifles, other light weapons and ammunition worth $8.57 million.

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Living in...

This article is part of a guide on where to live in the UAE. Our reporters will profile some of the country’s most desirable districts, provide an estimate of rental prices and introduce you to some of the residents who call each area home.

The Settlers

Director: Louis Theroux

Starring: Daniella Weiss, Ari Abramowitz

Rating: 5/5

Updated: February 03, 2023, 10:14 AM