Guatemala has crowned its new queen, and the woman heading to Miss Universe 2026 brings an impressive résumé to the international stage.

María Adelina Castillo Birba , representing Sacatepéquez, was crowned Miss Universe Guatemala 2026 during the national pageant held on August 8 at Parque de la Industria in Guatemala City. Castillo emerged as the winner after competing against 26 other contestants for the opportunity to represent Guatemala internationally.

But the new titleholder is bringing much more than pageant experience to the crown. Castillo is a 30-year-old physician specializing in pediatrics who is continuing her medical education in…

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