Overview
- A Bangkok South Kwaeng court issued an arrest warrant for co‑owner Jakkaphong “Anne” Jakrajutatip after she missed a hearing in a Thai fraud case reported as unrelated to the coronation dispute.
- Fátima Bosch published examples of insults and death threats she says she has received since her win and called the attacks digital violence against women.
- Miss Universe president Raúl Rocha argued that heavy visa requirements for Côte d’Ivoire’s finalist made the role unworkable, citing the need for rapid, global travel throughout the year.
- Contestant pushback grew as Olivia Yacé renounced her regional title and said she would cut ties with the organization, while Miss Indonesia and Miss Ecuador voiced discontent and Miss Norway said in a live stream the Top 10 was set in advance.
- Rocha denied a conflict of interest with Bosch’s father and announced legal action over defamation claims, as ex‑judge Omar Harfouch, who resigned before the final, accused the pageant of secrecy and preselection; Pemex also rejected allegations of influence.