MANILA, (Reuters) – A 24-year-old woman from Paris won the Miss Universe crown in a three-hour show in Manila that focused on diversity and overcoming life struggles, besting 85 other 
hopefuls from all over the world.
Iris Mittenaere, (right) who is pursuing a degree in dental surgery, won the 65th edition of the annual competition hosted for the third time by the Philippines.
Miss Haiti Raquel Pelissier is first runner-up while Miss Colombia Andrea Tovar was declared second runner-up.
