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GMA Network
18 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Following Rachel Gupta's MGI resignation, Michelle Dee says of CJ Opiaza: 'It's her time!'
Michelle Dee took to social media to air her support for CJ Opiaza, who is set to take over the Miss Grand International 2024 title. In an Instagram Stories post, the Miss Universe Philippines 2023 shared a teaser reel of CJ posted by Miss Grand Philippines. "It's her time! The queen that you are!" Michelle said in the caption, tagging the soon-to-be Miss Grand International 2024. CJ's fellow Filipina beauty queens also aired their support by commenting on the reel. "Finally! You did it [CJ]. Congratulations! First MGI Queen from [the] Philippines!" Samantha Bernardo said. "Knew it since the start! Our queen [CJ]," Dia Mate said. On Wednesday, Rachel Gupta announced she is resigning from her title. Shortly after, the Miss Grand International organization released an official statement, terminating the beauty queen's title. MGI founder Nawat Itsaragrisil also spotlighted CJ, saying "Real queen coming soon." Following her announcement, the Indian beauty queen shared a 56-minute tell-all video on Thursday morning detailing the reasons for her resignation. Rachel said she has put so much effort and hard work into her dream of winning the Miss Grand International crown. But "all I've gotten in return is constant harassment, mental torture, mistreatment, and it's on a systemic level. I don't think they can ever change this." The Miss Grand Organization has yet to post a statement about it. — Hermes Joy Tunac/LA, GMA Integrated News
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GMA Network
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
MGI founder Nawat Itsaragrisil spotlights CJ Opiaza after Rachel Gupta's exit: 'Real queen coming soon'
Is CJ Opiaza about to make history as the Philippines' first Miss Grand International queen? In the wake of Rachel Gupta's exit as Miss Grand International 2024, MGI founder Nawat Itsaragrisil posted a video of first runner-up CJ, captioned with a cryptic phrase. "Right person and real queen coming soon," Nawat said in his Instagram caption. Nawat's post comes amid growing speculation about who will officially inherit the Miss Grand International 2024 crown. In the comments section, CJ received an outpouring of congratulations from fellow beauty queens and fans online. "Finally! You did it [CJ]. Congratulations! First MGI Queen from Philippines!" Samantha Bernardo said. "Knew it since the start! Our queen [CJ]," Dia Mate said. Miss Grand Philippines also posted a teaser video, writing "Being a queen isn't just about outer beauty—it begins within. Stay tuned!" Should CJ be formally crowned, she would make history as the Philippines' first-ever MGI titleholder.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Young truckie shares job secrets amid major warning for Aussie industry: 'Massive problem'
She might have more than 200,000 followers across social media, but just don't call her an influencer. She's a truck driver who happens to make videos, taking Aussies behind the wheel to show what life is like on the road and behind some of the country's biggest vehicles. Casuarina Smith isn't who you would expect to be driving big rigs or road trains in mining sites, but she's worked her way up in the industry dominated by older men. At the age of 26 she threw in her job at an insurance company and a "miserable" corporate career to follow her dad and sister into the truckie life. "We're farmers, turned truck drivers," she told Yahoo News Australia of her family. "There's just no money for the small guys anymore [in farming]." The change from sitting behind a desk to sitting behind a wheel instantly suited her. "When I transitioned ... I was taking home more money every week from driving trucks," she said, recalling that she was "blown away" by the potential money that could be made. Better known as CJ, some nine years later and she's now become one of the most prominent faces in the more than $70 billion Aussie trucking industry. In a previous trip driving from Adelaide to Coober Pedy when she was still fresh in the industry, her dad came along for the ride and CJ filmed parts of the journey for her own recollection. It helped spark an idea, and eventually – about two years ago – she began posting videos of her job because she couldn't see anybody else out there doing it. "Typically in our industry we're not allowed to post anything online," she said. "It's very shunned, and I guess it's seen as a liability." "I thought that was really disappointing because how do we encourage other people to get in the industry if we're not actually showing what's involved?" So she went to HR and showed them a video of the trip she drove with her dad and got permission to post about what she's doing on the road. Since obtaining the "top licence" and navigating the world of fuel tankers and road trains she's turned the unique role into a small social media empire and become the de facto representative for a new generation of truckers. "I had all these questions that I had no idea about, and I thought if I can learn something and share that with others, then others don't have to feel stupid in asking those questions," she told Yahoo. With so many drivers about to retire "and take that knowledge with them", CJ is trying to ask as many questions as she can to pass on the insights from older colleagues before it's too late. It's a service that could prove vital for the hugely important sector in Australia. Earlier this month, a report revealed that about 28,000 heavy-vehicle driving jobs went unfilled in Australia last year, prompting truckies to call for an industry overhaul to attract more young drivers. The same report, from the International Road Transport Union, found that nearly half of drivers in the country were over 55 and therefore nearing retirement, while a meagre five per cent of drivers were under 25. Sad sound in truckie footage shows brutal reality of Australian roads Aussie truckie praises caravanners for simple road act that saves lives Calls to end major $250 million loophole amid destructive car buying trend It's a worrying state of affairs, says Wade Lewis, who is the vice president of the Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association. "State and federal governments are going to have to step up and say we are going to start putting a lot more focus on this because it's really important we have young people coming through," he told the ABC, adding that long-distance truckers can comfortably earn as much as $150,000 a year. "We already have a massive, massive problem. Every single trucking company is on trouble with drivers – they can't get them," CJ told Yahoo News about the headwinds facing the industry. "Truckers have got a bit of a dirty name," she said. "I think at schools, no one encourages someone to be a truck driver." CJ doesn't just share videos relevant for those interested in the industry, but also for everyday drivers, highlighting potential road mistakes that could end in serious disaster – like trying to overtake a turning truck. Particularly when she's driving on remote roads where she's able to get a drone up to perfectly illustrate the potential dangers of not giving trucks the requisite space. "My god, it happens all the time," CJ said. "There's an overwhelming naivety about how much space we need... People just don't know. "People see a tiny gap and jump in it not realising we actually had that space on purpose." It's advice that is echoed by the Executive Director of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR), Michelle Tayler. Speaking to Yahoo News recently, she said the one thing truckers want to convey to drivers is to always remain respectful of sheer power and size of Australia's transport trucks. "We've got more than 200,000 truck drivers across the country ... and they're on the road all the time," she said. "It's a two way street... As a truck driver they need to respect the fact that they're in a much larger vehicle and it can be quite intimidating to smaller cars. "But also as a smaller vehicle, if you're putting yourself in danger, you're really leaving your life in the hands of that truck driver," she said. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'In interest of institution', high court Chief Justice withdraws case from judge after getting complaints
CHANDIGARH: The Chief Justice (CJ) of Punjab and Haryana high court has withdrawn a case from its judge "in the interest of the institution" and to "protect the reputation" of the judge after receiving "oral and written" complaints, according to an order from the CJ. The court also asserted that the power of the Chief Justice to allocate a particular case to any particular bench or withdraw a particular case from any particular bench and allocate the same to any other judge is "untrammelled and immune from judicial scrutiny". The order came after eminent lawyer Mukul Rohtagi, the counsel for the petitioner Roop Bansal, who had sought the quashing of an FIR registered against him by the Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau under the Prevention of Corruption Act in Panchkula on April 17, had objected to the withdrawal of the case. The petition was heard by Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu who reserved the judgement on May 2. However, Chief Justice Sheel Nagu withdrew the case from Justice Sindhu after receiving some "oral and written" complaints and constituted another bench comprising himself and listed the matter on May 12, to "draw curtains to the controversy and save the institution and the concerned judge from any further embarrassment". by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo Rohtagi objected to withdrawal of the case, arguing that the matter which is "heard and reserved" by a bench holding roster, cannot be withdrawn from that roster to be heard by any other single bench including that of Chief Justice. "The reason for withdrawing this case from the Single Bench Criminal Roster of Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu, was the receipt of complaint, (oral and written), which impelled the Chief Justice to requisition the record of this case from the said Single Bench and constitute another Single Bench comprising of Chief Justice on May 12 to give quietus to the complaint, draw curtains to the controversy and save the institution and the concerned Judge from any further embarrassment by deciding the case as expeditiously as possible," said the order which was passed on Friday.
Wales Online
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
BGT finalist rushed to hospital for 'life-changing surgery' before live semi-final
BGT finalist rushed to hospital for 'life-changing surgery' before live semi-final Britain's Got Talent finalist CJ Emmons was left fighting for his life just days before the final BGT: CJ Emmons says he was 'fighting for his life' in hospital Britain's Got Talent finalist CJ Emmons shared details about his emergency trip to the hospital for 'life-changing surgery' just a few days before the final performance. In the episode aired on May 24 of the much-loved ITV show, it marked the end of the semi-finals with eight acts showcasing their talents live in hopes of progressing to the grand finale. The evening kicked off with a spectacular performance from the cast of the new musical 'Here and Now', accompanied by the iconic pop group Steps. CJ, who had previously stunned the audience in his audition with his rendition of Whitney Houston's I Will Always Love You, delivered another sensational performance on Saturday, belting out This Is A Man's World that left judges and viewers alike in awe. He was met with roaring applause and calls for KSI to hit the golden buzzer on his behalf. CJ once again impressing the judges and viewers with his rendition of This Is A Man's World on Saturday night (Image: ITV ) Despite the praise, KSI chose not to use his golden buzzer, reserving it for another act. Following his impressive performance, presenters Ant and Dec engaged CJ, asking how he felt. Article continues below It was then that CJ shared the challenging circumstances he faced leading up to the semi-final, reports Belfast Live. With the hosts by his side, he revealed: "Can I tell you something, I'm fighting for this. Two weeks ago I was in the hospital having life-changing surgery. I am fighting for this, I want this so bad." He continued, expressing his deep desire to return to the stage next week: "I really want to be here next week, this is something that I've been fighting for. I mean literally two weeks ago I was in a hospital bed for five days fighting, and I am fighting for this." Following his initial audition, CJ returned to California to gear up for the semi-finals, but his health unexpectedly deteriorated. He found himself in hospital after experiencing intense abdominal pain and collapsing at the nurse's station. CJ Emmons opens up on recent hospital dash (Image: ITV ) After undergoing tests, he was informed that he required emergency surgery as his life was at risk. However, in a recent interview, CJ confessed that he continues to experience discomfort following his gallbladder operation, but this isn't deterring him from striving for a spot in the final. Article continues below Despite being in the recovery phase, CJ told The Mirror: "I won't let it stop me from my dream and goal. They cut into my abdominal wall and every time after that, it's been hurting to sing." He continued: "But my doctor's like, 'keep singing, strengthen it, strengthen it, and it's going to get better. ' So there's still a bit of pain. But I can tell it's getting stronger and stronger." Britain's Got Talent will air on Saturday night at 7pm on ITV and ITVX
