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What is Miss World?

Miss World is the longest-running international beauty pageant, first held in the UK in 1951. It celebrates beauty, talent, and philanthropy, with contestants from around the globe competing for the coveted title. Joheirry Mola's win continues this tradition, highlighting the Dominican Republic on a global stage.

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Dominican Republic's Joheirry Mola wins Miss World 2026 title

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