MAKATI CITY, Philippines—Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Miss Philippines Earth pageant will stage a virtual competition once again like it did last year, amassing 66 delegates from all over the country for its 21st edition, which was the biggest haul for the environment-themed contest.
Among this year’s roster of aspirants are seasoned pageant queens and newbies.
Flight attendant Riah de Ocampo, who was crowned 2012 Miss Silay, will represent Silay, Negros Occidental, while 2018 Bb. Urdaneta Marvie Fernandez carries the sash for Urdaneta, Pangasinan.
The two accomplished queens are joined by rookie Chynna Kay Verosil, who just turned 18 in May and is one of the …
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