• Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu, left, is crowned Miss Universe 2021 by Miss Universe 2020 Andrea Meza from Mexico during the Miss Universe 2021 pageant in Eilat, Israel. Contestants from 80 countries and territories competed in the Miss Universe 2021 pageant. EPA
    Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu, left, is crowned Miss Universe 2021 by Miss Universe 2020 Andrea Meza from Mexico during the Miss Universe 2021 pageant in Eilat, Israel. Contestants from 80 countries and territories competed in the Miss Universe 2021 pageant. EPA
  • Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu reacts as the Miss Universe crown is placed on her head by the outgoing Miss Universe Andrea Meza of Mexico, at the Red Sea resort of Eilat in Israel. Reuters
    Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu reacts as the Miss Universe crown is placed on her head by the outgoing Miss Universe Andrea Meza of Mexico, at the Red Sea resort of Eilat in Israel. Reuters
  • Contestants congratulate Miss Universe 2021 winner Harnaaz Sandhu. Reuters
    Contestants congratulate Miss Universe 2021 winner Harnaaz Sandhu. Reuters
  • Miss Universe contestants congratulate Harnaaz Sandhu as she is crowned Miss Universe during the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
    Miss Universe contestants congratulate Harnaaz Sandhu as she is crowned Miss Universe during the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
  • Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu walks on the stage among celebrations after being crowned Miss Universe 2021. EPA
    Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu walks on the stage among celebrations after being crowned Miss Universe 2021. EPA
  • Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu from India speaks to reporters after winning the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
    Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu from India speaks to reporters after winning the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
  • Miss Universe second runner-up Lalela Mswane from South Africa reacts during the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
    Miss Universe second runner-up Lalela Mswane from South Africa reacts during the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
  • The final three Miss Universe contestants, left to right, Miss South Africa, Lalela Mswane; Miss India, Harnaaz Sandhu; and Miss Paraguay, Nadia Ferreira, pose on stage during the pageant. AFP
    The final three Miss Universe contestants, left to right, Miss South Africa, Lalela Mswane; Miss India, Harnaaz Sandhu; and Miss Paraguay, Nadia Ferreira, pose on stage during the pageant. AFP
  • US singer JoJo performs on stage during the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
    US singer JoJo performs on stage during the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
  • Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu during the swimsuit round of the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
    Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu during the swimsuit round of the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
  • Miss South Africa Lalela Mswane poses in the evening gown competition during the pageant. AFP
    Miss South Africa Lalela Mswane poses in the evening gown competition during the pageant. AFP
  • US television host Steve Harvey asks Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu the final question during the 70th Miss Universe pageant. AFP
    US television host Steve Harvey asks Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu the final question during the 70th Miss Universe pageant. AFP
  • Miss Universe 2021 contestants pose during the pageant. Reuters
    Miss Universe 2021 contestants pose during the pageant. Reuters
  • Miss Universe 2020 Andrea Meza appears during the 70th Miss Universe pageant. AP Photo
    Miss Universe 2020 Andrea Meza appears during the 70th Miss Universe pageant. AP Photo
  • Outgoing Miss Universe Andrea Meza of Mexico poses during the event. Reuters
    Outgoing Miss Universe Andrea Meza of Mexico poses during the event. Reuters
  • Miss France Clemence Botino poses during the swimsuit round at the Miss Universe 2021 pageant. EPA
    Miss France Clemence Botino poses during the swimsuit round at the Miss Universe 2021 pageant. EPA
  • Miss Puerto Rico Michelle Colon poses during the Miss Universe 2021 pageant. EPA
    Miss Puerto Rico Michelle Colon poses during the Miss Universe 2021 pageant. EPA
  • Miss Colombia Valeria Ayos poses during the Miss Universe 2021 pageant. EPA
    Miss Colombia Valeria Ayos poses during the Miss Universe 2021 pageant. EPA
  • Miss USA Elle Smith poses during the Miss Universe pageant. Reuters
    Miss USA Elle Smith poses during the Miss Universe pageant. Reuters
  • Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu and at the pageant. AFP
    Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu and at the pageant. AFP
  • Paraguay's Nadia Ferreira poses during the final round of the 70th Miss Universe pageant. AP Photo
    Paraguay's Nadia Ferreira poses during the final round of the 70th Miss Universe pageant. AP Photo
  • Miss Universe semifinalists pose on stage during the swimsuit competition of the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant in Israel's southern Red Sea coastal city of Eilat. AFP
    Miss Universe semifinalists pose on stage during the swimsuit competition of the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant in Israel's southern Red Sea coastal city of Eilat. AFP
  • US television host Steve Harvey hosts the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
    US television host Steve Harvey hosts the 70th Miss Universe beauty pageant. AFP
  • Judges Adriana Lima, left, and Lori Harvey at the 70th Miss Universe pageant. AP Photo
    Judges Adriana Lima, left, and Lori Harvey at the 70th Miss Universe pageant. AP Photo

Miss Universe 2022: Everything you need to know about the pageant and how to watch it live


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Beauty queens from around the world have arrived in New Orleans for the 71st Miss Universe pageant, which bills itself as "the greatest celebration of women".

The global event, which will crown the 2022 winner, was due to be held last month, but was postponed to avoid a clash with the Fifa World Cup.

A total of 86 delegates are set to take part in the pageant, including Miss Universe Bahrain Evlin Khalifa, who was crowned in September. Khalifa, 24, will be only the second beauty queen from her country and the only representative from the Gulf to take part in the contest.

Miss Universe is one of the longest-running and most-watched beauty competitions in the world; it is broadcast in 165 countries and seen by more than half a billion people annually.

Ahead of the glitzy event, here's everything we know so far about Miss Universe 2022.

When is Miss Universe 2022?

  • Miss Universe contestants visit the Tower of David Museum in Jerusalem. AFP
    Miss Universe contestants visit the Tower of David Museum in Jerusalem. AFP
  • Colombia's Valeria Ayos, left, Armenia's Nane Avetisyan, centre, and India's Harnaaz Sandhu pose as members of the Miss Universe beauty pageant. EPA
    Colombia's Valeria Ayos, left, Armenia's Nane Avetisyan, centre, and India's Harnaaz Sandhu pose as members of the Miss Universe beauty pageant. EPA
  • Argentina's Julieta Garcia, left, and Costa Rica's Valeria Rees. EPA
    Argentina's Julieta Garcia, left, and Costa Rica's Valeria Rees. EPA
  • The 70th Miss Universe contest will be held in the city of Eilat at the Red Sea resort in December. Reuters
    The 70th Miss Universe contest will be held in the city of Eilat at the Red Sea resort in December. Reuters
  • Miss Universe contestants take photos of each other. Reuters
    Miss Universe contestants take photos of each other. Reuters
  • Miss Universe contestants arrive in Jerusalem's Old City. AFP
    Miss Universe contestants arrive in Jerusalem's Old City. AFP
  • Miss Universe contestants tour Jerusalem's Old City. EPA
    Miss Universe contestants tour Jerusalem's Old City. EPA
  • Miss Brazil Teresa Santos waves to the crowds. EPA
    Miss Brazil Teresa Santos waves to the crowds. EPA
  • Flags of different countries are projected on the walls of Jerusalem's Old City. AFP
    Flags of different countries are projected on the walls of Jerusalem's Old City. AFP
  • Miss Argentina Julieta Garcia, left, and Miss Costa Rica Valeria Rees pose. EPA
    Miss Argentina Julieta Garcia, left, and Miss Costa Rica Valeria Rees pose. EPA
  • Contestants tour the ancient citadel. David Tower. Reuters
    Contestants tour the ancient citadel. David Tower. Reuters
  • Organisers of the Miss Universe pageant said a contestant tested positive for Covid-19 after arriving in Israel. AP Photo
    Organisers of the Miss Universe pageant said a contestant tested positive for Covid-19 after arriving in Israel. AP Photo
  • Organisers are pressing ahead with plans to host the pageant despite closing its borders in the face of a newly detected variant. Reuters
    Organisers are pressing ahead with plans to host the pageant despite closing its borders in the face of a newly detected variant. Reuters

While the coronation night for Miss Universe 2022 will be held on Saturday, a crucial preliminary competition will take place on Wednesday, which will be followed by the colourful national costume competition.

In the preliminary competition, contestants will parade in their evening gowns and swimsuits in front of the judges. This will determine their scores and who makes it to the semifinal, the results for which will be announced on the coronation night on Saturday.

The postponed event means two Miss Universe pageants are likely to be held this year — the second one later in the year to crown Miss Universe 2023. It has also extended the reign of the current titleholder, Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu, from India.

The longest-reigning Miss Universe is Zozibini Tunzi of South Africa, who won the tile in 2019. Tunzi held her title for 525 days after the 2020 pageant was cancelled owing to the Covid-19 pandemic. She crowned her successor Andrea Meza from Mexico in May last year, in turn making Meza's the shortest reign in history.

Meza passed on her crown to Sandhu at a pageant held in Israel in December last year, after only 211 days.

Where will Miss Universe 2022 be held?

The city of New Orleans will host Miss Universe 2022. Known for its history, musical traditions and festivals, including the Mardi Gras, the former French and Spanish colony is also referred to as NoLa, which stands for New Orleans, Louisiana, or The Big Easy, an ode to its laid-back culture.

“There is no place like New Orleans. This vibrant city has been at the top of our list to host for quite some time due to its rich cultural history, as well as its unique arts, entertainment, and culinary scene,” said Paula Shugart, president of the Miss Universe Organisation. “I look forward to our delegates from all over the world getting to experience all it has to offer."

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, the first female mayor in the city’s 300-year history, said her city and the Miss Universe Organisation "share common values of celebrating inclusion, culture and the empowerment of women. Former Miss Universe delegates and winners have gone on to become surgeons, diplomats, politicians and business leaders, and they all champion social causes that are important to them.

"Hosting this event demonstrates the significant global impact an international city like New Orleans has on the world’s tourism and cultural stages," she said.

Online voting for Miss Universe 2022 opens

Online voting is now open for Miss Universe 2022, giving fans the chance to send their favourite contestant into the semifinal. Official photos of 86 contestants have now been uploaded to the Miss Universe website. The contestant with the highest number of fan votes will automatically qualify for a spot in the semifinal of the live pageant.

Schedule for Miss Universe 2022

Here is the full schedule for the New Orleans pageant:

  • January 3-5: Arrivals, registration and fittings
  • January 6: Orientation day
  • January 11: Preliminary competition and national costume competition
  • January 14: Live telecast of final show
  • January 15: Departure of delegates

New owner of Miss Universe Organisation

  • Miss Universe winners through the years and the organisation's new owner Anne Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip at the Miss Universe Extravaganza in Bangkok, Thailand. From left, Catriona Gray (Philippines), Andrea Meza (Mexico), Jakrajutatip, Harnaaz Sandhu (India), Leila Lopes (Angola) and Natalie Glebova (Canada). All photos: AFP
    Miss Universe winners through the years and the organisation's new owner Anne Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip at the Miss Universe Extravaganza in Bangkok, Thailand. From left, Catriona Gray (Philippines), Andrea Meza (Mexico), Jakrajutatip, Harnaaz Sandhu (India), Leila Lopes (Angola) and Natalie Glebova (Canada). All photos: AFP
  • The group appeared together weeks after Jakrajutatip, the chief executive of Thai media and content company JKN Global Group, acquired the Miss Universe Organisation from IMG.
    The group appeared together weeks after Jakrajutatip, the chief executive of Thai media and content company JKN Global Group, acquired the Miss Universe Organisation from IMG.
  • Miss Universe 2005 Glebova on stage.
    Miss Universe 2005 Glebova on stage.
  • Miss Universe 2011 Leila Lopez.
    Miss Universe 2011 Leila Lopez.
  • From left, Miss Universe president Paula Shugart, Jakrajutatip and Miss Universe chief executive Amy Emmerich.
    From left, Miss Universe president Paula Shugart, Jakrajutatip and Miss Universe chief executive Amy Emmerich.
  • Jakrajutatip said she will work to evolve the Miss Universe brand for the next generation.
    Jakrajutatip said she will work to evolve the Miss Universe brand for the next generation.
  • Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray arrives at the event.
    Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray arrives at the event.
  • Miss Universe 2020 Andrea Meza on stage.
    Miss Universe 2020 Andrea Meza on stage.
  • Jakrajutatip is the first woman owner in the 70-year history of the global beauty competition.
    Jakrajutatip is the first woman owner in the 70-year history of the global beauty competition.
  • The gala event was held at the Siam Pavalai Royal Grand Theatre in Bangkok.
    The gala event was held at the Siam Pavalai Royal Grand Theatre in Bangkok.

In October, Thai media and content company JKN Global Group acquired the Miss Universe Organisation from IMG, making chief executive Anne Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip the first woman to own the global beauty competition in its 70-year history.

JKN, which owns a portfolio of broadcast and media titles, said the deal will build on the pageant's legacy and further its commitment to inclusivity. There are also plans to expand the Miss Universe brand, including the launch of MU Lifestyle, a new licensing and merchandising arm.

"We are incredibly honoured to be acquiring the Miss Universe Organisation and working with its visionary leadership team," said Jakrajutatip. "We seek not only to continue its legacy of providing a platform to passionate individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and traditions, but also to evolve the brand for the next generation."

Miss Universe has changed ownership a number of times since the first pageant was held in 1952. Former US president Donald Trump bought it in 1996 and sold it to global events and talent company IMG in 2015, following a backlash against his controversial comments about Mexican immigrants.

In November, four former Miss Universe titleholders joined the reigning queen, India's Sandhu, to celebrate new owner Jakrajutatip at an event in Bangkok.

Miss Universe 2005 Natalie Glebova of Canada, Miss Universe 2011 Leila Lopes of Angola, Miss Universe 2020 Andrea Meza of Mexico and Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray of the Philippines shared the stage with Miss Universe 2021 Sandhu and Jakrajutatip at the gala event at the Siam Pavalai Royal Grand Theatre.

Reigning Miss Universe Thailand Anna Sueangam-iam and Miss Universe Spain 2018 Angela Ponce were also at the event along with Miss Universe president Paula Shugart and chief executive Amy Emmerich.

New Miss Universe rules about married women and mothers

Last year, the Miss Universe Organisation made a historic decision to change qualification rules for contestants for the first time in seven decades. According to an internal memo seen by The National, the organisation said it will allow married women and mothers to participate.

Previously, only single women, aged between 18 and 28, who have never been married or had children, could apply.

"We all believe that women should have agency over their lives and that a human's personal decisions should not be a barrier to their success," the memo said.

However, the new rules will not be applicable to the January 14 pageant, as many countries had already named their delegates when the decision was made. They will be effective for the 72nd Miss Universe contest, likely to be held later this year.

How many countries will compete in Miss Universe 2022?

  • Miss Universe Turkey 2022 is Aleyana Sirin. Photo: Instagram / Aleyanasirinn
    Miss Universe Turkey 2022 is Aleyana Sirin. Photo: Instagram / Aleyanasirinn
  • Miss Universe Italy 2022 is Virginia Stablum. Photo: / Instagram / Virginia.Stablum
    Miss Universe Italy 2022 is Virginia Stablum. Photo: / Instagram / Virginia.Stablum
  • Miss Universe Kyrgyzstan 2022 is Altynai Botoyarova. Photo: Instagram / botoyarova_altynai
    Miss Universe Kyrgyzstan 2022 is Altynai Botoyarova. Photo: Instagram / botoyarova_altynai
  • Evlin Khalifa, 24, is the second Miss Universe Bahrain. Photo: Miss Universe Bahrain
    Evlin Khalifa, 24, is the second Miss Universe Bahrain. Photo: Miss Universe Bahrain
  • Miss Universe Spain, Alicia Faubel, comes from Alicante and has lived in Dubai and the Philippines. Photo: Instagram / alicia.aliccia
    Miss Universe Spain, Alicia Faubel, comes from Alicante and has lived in Dubai and the Philippines. Photo: Instagram / alicia.aliccia
  • Divita Rai, 23, winner of India's Miss Diva Universe 2022. Photo: Miss Diva
    Divita Rai, 23, winner of India's Miss Diva Universe 2022. Photo: Miss Diva
  • Sophiya Bhujel was crowned Oriflame Miss Universe Nepal 2022. Photo: Miss Universe Nepal
    Sophiya Bhujel was crowned Oriflame Miss Universe Nepal 2022. Photo: Miss Universe Nepal
  • Ndavi Nokeri, winner of Miss Universe South Africa 2022. Photo: Miss South Africa
    Ndavi Nokeri, winner of Miss Universe South Africa 2022. Photo: Miss South Africa
  • Anna Sueangam-iam was named Miss Universe Thailand 2022. Photo: Miss Universe
    Anna Sueangam-iam was named Miss Universe Thailand 2022. Photo: Miss Universe
  • Balsam Hussein when she was declared Miss Iraq 2022. Azhar Al-Rubaie for The National
    Balsam Hussein when she was declared Miss Iraq 2022. Azhar Al-Rubaie for The National
  • Yasmina Zaytoun after being crowned Miss Lebanon 2022 at Forum De Beirut. EPA
    Yasmina Zaytoun after being crowned Miss Lebanon 2022 at Forum De Beirut. EPA
  • Noky Simbani was crowned Miss Universe Great Britain 2022. Photo: Instagram / Miss Universe Great Britain
    Noky Simbani was crowned Miss Universe Great Britain 2022. Photo: Instagram / Miss Universe Great Britain
  • Miss Ukraine 2022 is Viktoria Apanasenko, first runner-up from last year's contest. There was no pageant held this year owing to the war in the country. Photo: Instagram / Viktoria Apanasenko
    Miss Ukraine 2022 is Viktoria Apanasenko, first runner-up from last year's contest. There was no pageant held this year owing to the war in the country. Photo: Instagram / Viktoria Apanasenko
  • Nguyen Thi Ngoc Chau has been named Miss Universe Vietnam 2022. Photo: Facebook / Nguyen Thi Ngoc Chau
    Nguyen Thi Ngoc Chau has been named Miss Universe Vietnam 2022. Photo: Facebook / Nguyen Thi Ngoc Chau
  • Filipino-Italian beauty queen Celeste Cortesi was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2022 in Manila. EPA-EFE
    Filipino-Italian beauty queen Celeste Cortesi was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2022 in Manila. EPA-EFE
  • Bhutan is marking its pageant debut this year and Tashi Choden is the country's first beauty queen. Photo: Tashi Choden
    Bhutan is marking its pageant debut this year and Tashi Choden is the country's first beauty queen. Photo: Tashi Choden
  • Laksmi Suardana took the Puteri Indonesia 2022 crown, becoming the first contestant from Bali to enter Miss Universe. Photo: Laksmi Shari De Neefe Suardana
    Laksmi Suardana took the Puteri Indonesia 2022 crown, becoming the first contestant from Bali to enter Miss Universe. Photo: Laksmi Shari De Neefe Suardana
  • Miss Universe Ghana 2022 Engracia Afua K Mofuman was one of the first women to be crowned in 2022, in order to compete in the 71st Miss Universe pageant. Photo: Engracia Mofuman
    Miss Universe Ghana 2022 Engracia Afua K Mofuman was one of the first women to be crowned in 2022, in order to compete in the 71st Miss Universe pageant. Photo: Engracia Mofuman
  • Hanna Kim, from Seoul, will represent South Korea in the next Miss Universe pageant. Photo: Hanna Ming
    Hanna Kim, from Seoul, will represent South Korea in the next Miss Universe pageant. Photo: Hanna Ming
  • The first and last time the Seychelles competed in Miss Universe was 1995 and so, after that 27-year hiatus, Gabriella Gonthier, from Mahe, will be representing her home country. Photo: Gabriella Gonthier/ Miss University Africa
    The first and last time the Seychelles competed in Miss Universe was 1995 and so, after that 27-year hiatus, Gabriella Gonthier, from Mahe, will be representing her home country. Photo: Gabriella Gonthier/ Miss University Africa
  • Amelia Tu, from Vancouver, winner of Miss Universe Canada 2022. Photo: Miss Universe Canada
    Amelia Tu, from Vancouver, winner of Miss Universe Canada 2022. Photo: Miss Universe Canada
  • Miss Universe Jamaica 2022, Toshami Calvin, 26, is the cousin of Miss World 2019 Toni-Ann Singh. Photo: Instagram / officialmissuniversejamaica
    Miss Universe Jamaica 2022, Toshami Calvin, 26, is the cousin of Miss World 2019 Toni-Ann Singh. Photo: Instagram / officialmissuniversejamaica

The number of countries participating in the pageant changes every year. At the Miss Universe 2021 pageant, 80 countries took part, including first-time contestant Miss Universe Bahrain.

Manar Nadeem Deyani, a fashion designer living in Dubai, made history by being the first beauty queen to represent Bahrain.

For Miss Universe 2022, 86 countries will participate.

Is the swimsuit round at Miss Universe mandatory?

Bahrain's Manar Nadeem Deyani in the swimsuit round of the Miss Universe 2021 pageant. AP
Bahrain's Manar Nadeem Deyani in the swimsuit round of the Miss Universe 2021 pageant. AP

While the controversial swimsuit round will still be a part of the competition, contestants are not obligated to wear them. Miss Universe Bahrain Deyani made waves at last year's pageant by walking the swimsuit round in fully covered sportswear.

Deyani's successor Khalifa will also be modestly dressed and, crucially, her decision is fully supported by the pageant.

“Fortunately, the Miss Universe organisation respects our tradition and our culture so, of course, they allow us to be covered or not covered, which is what I really respect about this organisation," she told The National earlier. "So, I will be in a burkini. I respect all the girls who wear the bikini, but I want to show the world that a woman who is covered can also be beautiful.”

Scroll through the gallery below for more images from Evlin Khalifa's photoshoot

  • The official photos of Miss Universe Bahrain Evlin Khalifa have been unveiled. All photos: Miss Universe Bahrain
    The official photos of Miss Universe Bahrain Evlin Khalifa have been unveiled. All photos: Miss Universe Bahrain
  • Khalifa is the only contestant from the Gulf to compete in the Miss Universe pageant
    Khalifa is the only contestant from the Gulf to compete in the Miss Universe pageant
  • For her official Miss Universe photo, Khalifa wears a dress by Filipino designer Furne One and his label Amato
    For her official Miss Universe photo, Khalifa wears a dress by Filipino designer Furne One and his label Amato
  • The photoshoot is themed The Power of Modesty, with gold-heavy look encompassing a ruffled cape and head cover, featuring heavy gold beadwork
    The photoshoot is themed The Power of Modesty, with gold-heavy look encompassing a ruffled cape and head cover, featuring heavy gold beadwork
  • Khalifa was crowned Miss Universe Bahrain 2022 in September
    Khalifa was crowned Miss Universe Bahrain 2022 in September
  • Khalifa is only the second beauty queen from Bahrain to take part in Miss Universe
    Khalifa is only the second beauty queen from Bahrain to take part in Miss Universe

A new crown for Miss Universe 2022

Last month, Lebanon's Mouawad, the official jeweller for Miss Universe, unveiled a new crown to be worn by Miss Universe 2022 at a glitzy event in Bangkok. Called Force for Good, the crown is estimated to be worth $5.5 million and comes embedded with 110 carats of blue sapphires and 48 carats of white diamonds.

The new Miss Universe crown by Lebanese jeweller Mouawad is called Force for Good, and is estimated to be worth $5.5 million. Photo: Instagram / missuniverse
The new Miss Universe crown by Lebanese jeweller Mouawad is called Force for Good, and is estimated to be worth $5.5 million. Photo: Instagram / missuniverse

"The Force for Good crown is a work of extraordinary craftsmanship. It's a crown filled with symbolism. And we hope it will inspire not only the winners, but all of you to be a force for good," said Fred Mouawad, the "co-guardian" of the Beirut-founded brand, who added that the crown represents "a future forged by women who push the limits of what's possible".

How to watch the Miss Universe pageant live

The preliminary and national costume competitions will be streamed live on the Miss Universe YouTube channel on Wednesday starting at 7pm Central Standard Time in the US. For those in the UAE, that will be 5am on Thursday.

The coronation night will stream on The Roku Channel globally and broadcast live on TV networks in various countries. Alternatively, JKN Global Group will be livestreaming the show on its YouTube channel and Facebook page.

Results

5pm: Warsan Lake – Maiden (PA) Dh80,000 (Turf) 2,200m; Winner: Dhaw Al Reef, Sam Hitchcott (jockey), Abdallah Al Hammadi (trainer) 

5.30pm: Al Quadra Lake – Maiden (PA) Dh80,000 (T) 1,600m; Winner: Mrouwah Al Gharbia, Sando Paiva, Abubakar Daud 

6pm: Hatta Lake – Handicap (PA) Dh80,000 (T) 1,600m; Winner: AF Yatroq, George Buckell, Ernst Oertel 

6.30pm: Wathba Stallions Cup – Handicap (PA) Dh70,000 (T) 1,600m; Winner: Ashton Tourettes, Adries de Vries, Ibrahim Aseel 

7pm: Abu Dhabi Championship – Listed (PA) Dh180,000 (T) 1,600m; Winner: Bahar Muscat, Antonio Fresu, Ibrahim Al Hadhrami 

7.30pm: Zakher Lake – Rated Conditions (TB) Dh80,000 (T) 1,400m; Winner: Alfareeq, Dane O’Neill, Musabah Al Muhairi.  

Test squad: Azhar Ali (captain), Abid Ali, Asad Shafiq, Babar Azam, Haris Sohail, Imam-ul-Haq, Imran Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Kashif Bhatti, Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Rizwan(wicketkeeper), Musa Khan, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Shan Masood, Yasir Shah

Twenty20 squad: Babar Azam (captain), Asif Ali, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Sohail, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Imam-ul-Haq, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Irfan, Mohammad Rizwan (wicketkeeper), Musa Khan, Shadab Khan, Usman Qadir, Wahab Riaz 

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UK-EU trade at a glance

EU fishing vessels guaranteed access to UK waters for 12 years

Co-operation on security initiatives and procurement of defence products

Youth experience scheme to work, study or volunteer in UK and EU countries

Smoother border management with use of e-gates

Cutting red tape on import and export of food

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Name: Hassan Mohsen Elhais

Position: legal consultant with Al Rowaad Advocates and Legal Consultants

From exhibitions to the battlefield

In 2016, the Shaded Dome was awarded with the 'De Vernufteling' people's choice award, an annual prize by the Dutch Association of Consulting Engineers and the Royal Netherlands Society of Engineers for the most innovative project by a Dutch engineering firm.

It was assigned by the Dutch Ministry of Defence to modify the Shaded Dome to make it suitable for ballistic protection. Royal HaskoningDHV, one of the companies which designed the dome, is an independent international engineering and project management consultancy, leading the way in sustainable development and innovation.

It is driving positive change through innovation and technology, helping use resources more efficiently.

It aims to minimise the impact on the environment by leading by example in its projects in sustainable development and innovation, to become part of the solution to a more sustainable society now and into the future.

Who's who in Yemen conflict

Houthis: Iran-backed rebels who occupy Sanaa and run unrecognised government

Yemeni government: Exiled government in Aden led by eight-member Presidential Leadership Council

Southern Transitional Council: Faction in Yemeni government that seeks autonomy for the south

Habrish 'rebels': Tribal-backed forces feuding with STC over control of oil in government territory

Roger Federer's 2018 record

Australian Open Champion

Rotterdam Champion

Indian Wells Runner-up

Miami Second round

Stuttgart Champion

Halle Runner-up

Wimbledon Quarter-finals

Cincinnati Runner-up

US Open Fourth round

Shanghai Semi-finals

Basel Champion

Paris Masters Semi-finals

 

 

MATCH INFO

Inter Milan v Juventus
Saturday, 10.45pm (UAE)
Watch the match on BeIN Sports

The full list of 2020 Brit Award nominees (winners in bold):

British group

Coldplay

Foals

Bring me the Horizon

D-Block Europe

Bastille

British Female

Mabel

Freya Ridings

FKA Twigs

Charli xcx

Mahalia​

British male

Harry Styles

Lewis Capaldi

Dave

Michael Kiwanuka

Stormzy​

Best new artist

Aitch

Lewis Capaldi

Dave

Mabel

Sam Fender

Best song

Ed Sheeran and Justin Bieber - I Don’t Care

Mabel - Don’t Call Me Up

Calvin Harrison and Rag’n’Bone Man - Giant

Dave - Location

Mark Ronson feat. Miley Cyrus - Nothing Breaks Like A Heart

AJ Tracey - Ladbroke Grove

Lewis Capaldi - Someone you Loved

Tom Walker - Just You and I

Sam Smith and Normani - Dancing with a Stranger

Stormzy - Vossi Bop

International female

Ariana Grande

Billie Eilish

Camila Cabello

Lana Del Rey

Lizzo

International male

Bruce Springsteen

Burna Boy

Tyler, The Creator

Dermot Kennedy

Post Malone

Best album

Stormzy - Heavy is the Head

Michael Kiwanuka - Kiwanuka

Lewis Capaldi - Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent

Dave - Psychodrama

Harry Styles - Fine Line

Rising star

Celeste

Joy Crookes

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The specs

AT4 Ultimate, as tested

Engine: 6.2-litre V8

Power: 420hp

Torque: 623Nm

Transmission: 10-speed automatic

Price: From Dh330,800 (Elevation: Dh236,400; AT4: Dh286,800; Denali: Dh345,800)

On sale: Now

Desert Warrior

Starring: Anthony Mackie, Aiysha Hart, Ben Kingsley

Director: Rupert Wyatt

Rating: 3/5

Teachers' pay - what you need to know

Pay varies significantly depending on the school, its rating and the curriculum. Here's a rough guide as of January 2021:

- top end schools tend to pay Dh16,000-17,000 a month - plus a monthly housing allowance of up to Dh6,000. These tend to be British curriculum schools rated 'outstanding' or 'very good', followed by American schools

- average salary across curriculums and skill levels is about Dh10,000, recruiters say

- it is becoming more common for schools to provide accommodation, sometimes in an apartment block with other teachers, rather than hand teachers a cash housing allowance

- some strong performing schools have cut back on salaries since the pandemic began, sometimes offering Dh16,000 including the housing allowance, which reflects the slump in rental costs, and sheer demand for jobs

- maths and science teachers are most in demand and some schools will pay up to Dh3,000 more than other teachers in recognition of their technical skills

- at the other end of the market, teachers in some Indian schools, where fees are lower and competition among applicants is intense, can be paid as low as Dh3,000 per month

- in Indian schools, it has also become common for teachers to share residential accommodation, living in a block with colleagues

Match info

Manchester United 1 (Van de Beek 80') Crystal Palace 3 (Townsend 7', Zaha pen 74' & 85')

Man of the match Wilfried Zaha (Crystal Palace)

Why it pays to compare

A comparison of sending Dh20,000 from the UAE using two different routes at the same time - the first direct from a UAE bank to a bank in Germany, and the second from the same UAE bank via an online platform to Germany - found key differences in cost and speed. The transfers were both initiated on January 30.

Route 1: bank transfer

The UAE bank charged Dh152.25 for the Dh20,000 transfer. On top of that, their exchange rate margin added a difference of around Dh415, compared with the mid-market rate.

Total cost: Dh567.25 - around 2.9 per cent of the total amount

Total received: €4,670.30 

Route 2: online platform

The UAE bank’s charge for sending Dh20,000 to a UK dirham-denominated account was Dh2.10. The exchange rate margin cost was Dh60, plus a Dh12 fee.

Total cost: Dh74.10, around 0.4 per cent of the transaction

Total received: €4,756

The UAE bank transfer was far quicker – around two to three working days, while the online platform took around four to five days, but was considerably cheaper. In the online platform transfer, the funds were also exposed to currency risk during the period it took for them to arrive.

Updated: January 10, 2023, 7:24 AM