{
  "id": 11613056,
  "title": "At 37, businesswoman Eunice Wong takes Miss Universe Malaysia crown, heads to Puerto Rico",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/at-37-businesswoman-eunice-wong-takes-miss-universe-malaysia-crown",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-03T05:43:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/showbiz/2026/10/03/at-37-businesswoman-eunice-wong-takes-miss-universe-malaysia-crown-heads-to-puerto-rico/237508"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Businesswoman Eunice Wong, aged 37, has been crowned Miss Universe Malaysia 2026 after an intense competition with 12 other finalists. The esteemed pageant took place in Kuala Lumpur last night, with Wong emerging victorious and earning the honor of representing Malaysia at the upcoming Miss Universe 2026 pageant in Puerto Rico. In addition to Wong, Sapphire Wong from Sarawak was named the first runner-up, while Amreet Kaur from Perak and Emanuelle Mah from Bukit Jalil secured third and fourth places, respectively.\n\nAt a press conference following the event, Wong expressed her gratitude for her achievement, crediting her hard work and sacrifices throughout the competition. She also emphasized the importance of pursuing one's dreams regardless of background or circumstances, encouraging young people to stay determined and move forward. Wong, born in Johor, thanked Malaysians for their unwavering support and encouragement throughout the competition. She is committed to bringing the 'Malaysia Boleh' spirit to Puerto Rico and making her country proud. Wong will begin her preparations for the Miss Universe 2026 pageant in Puerto Rico from tomorrow.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 — Businesswoman Eunice Wong proved that age and experience can be strengths after being crowne...",
  "key_points": [
    "Eunice Wong, 37, crowned Miss Universe Malaysia 2026",
    "Wong represents Malaysia at Miss Universe 2026 in Puerto Rico",
    "First runner-up Sapphire Wong, third Amreet Kaur, fourth Emanuelle Mah"
  ],
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}