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In a thrilling event held in Mexico City on November 16, 2024,   Victoria Kjaer Theilvig   from Denmark has been crowned   Miss Universe 2024 ! This remarkable achievement is especially significant as it marks Denmark's   first-ever victory   in the history of the Miss Universe pageant. At just  21 years old , Victoria stood out among  125 contestants  from around the globe, impressing the judges with her talent, grace, and confidence. The competition was fierce, with  Chidimma Adetshina  from Nigeria finishing as the first runner-up, and  María Fernanda Beltrán  from Nicaragua taking the third spot As the newly crowned Miss Universe, Victoria will take on a year filled with exciting responsibilities, including advocating for important global issues and representing various causes. Her win not only brings pride to Denmark but also shines a spotlight on the country's presence in international beauty competitions. This victory is...

An American tourist,  Steve Lee Hayes , aged 65, was arrested in Tokyo on  November 15, 2024 , for allegedly defacing the  Meiji Jingu shrine . According to reports, he is suspected of carving letters into a torii gate at the shrine, which is a significant cultural site in Japan. Hayes was arrested at his hotel.  Meiji Jingu shrine The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding the behavior of tourists in Japan, especially as the country experiences a surge in inbound tourism. Authorities have noted that such incidents can strain the relationship between visitors and local communities. Hayes reportedly arrived in Japan for a holiday with his family just a few days prior to his arrest. The Tokyo Metropolitan Police confirmed that security footage was instrumental in identifying him as the suspect. There have been a few notable incidents involving American tourists in Japan that highlight concerns about behavior and respect for local customs: An 18-year-old America...

United Nations Committee Against Torture is currently holding its eighty-first session in Geneva from October 28 to November 22, 2024. During this session, the committee is reviewing Cameroon's fifth periodic report on its compliance with the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. This session comes at a critical time, with reports and videos emerging that allegedly show Cameroonian military forces engaging in torture against civilians in the conflict zones of the Northwest and Southwest regions and also in other Regions of the country. These disturbing images have drawn attention from human rights groups and the international community, particularly amid ongoing violence tied to separatist movements and the fight against Boko Haram. The committee’s review of Cameroon is vital, especially given these serious allegations. It provides the Cameroonian government an opportunity to respond to accusations of torture and explain the steps...