The 2024 Miss Universe costume contest took place on Thursday. The boldest looks included feathered backpieces, sparkly details, and daring cutouts.

Is it a bird? Is it a winged goddess? Is it a giant roulette wheel? At the Miss Universe national costume contest, it was all those things — and more.

This year's Miss Universe national costume competition was once again a visual feast for pageant fans everywhere as their favorite candidates got to show off their ensembles that were crafted with culture and tradition in mind.

Mia le Roux who was set to represent South Africa at the Miss Universe finals this weekend in Mexico has pulled out of the competition, organisers have announced, citing health concerns.

Miss Universe South Africa has officially withdrawn from the Miss Universe pageant. The Miss Universe competition kicked off yesterday with the costume segment, but one notable contestant was missing: Miss Universe South Africa.

Miss South Africa 2024 winner, Mia le Roux, has pulled out of the ongoing Miss Universe competition. DAILY POST reports that the finale of the global contest will take place on Saturday, 16 November,