Breaking News : Miss Grand Philippines 2023 Redefining What Beauty Means
MANILA, PHILIPPINES - In a shocking turn of events, the latest Philippine pageant, Miss Grand Philippines 2023, has stirred up controversy with its unconventional selection process. Instead of the usual beauty pageant criteria, the finalists were chosen based on their proficiency in martial arts. According to the organizers, the aim of this new selection process was to find a candidate who could represent the country not just in beauty, but also in strength and courage. The finalists showcased their martial arts skills, including karate, taekwondo, and arnis, in a series of grueling challenges. However, critics have accused the organizers of turning the pageant into a "glorified fighting contest". Many have expressed concern that the emphasis on martial arts skills sends the wrong message to young girls about what it means to be a beauty queen. Despite the backlash, the winner of Miss Grand Philippines 2023, Maria Del Rosario, remains unfazed. In her victory speech, she tha