In what appears to be a drastic bid to make global column inches, the Miss Universe pageant released official photos taken by photographer Fadil Berisha of some of the contestants posing topless and covered only in strategically placed body paint. The nudity has caused an uproar of criticism from many commentators who view the racy photos as a blatant attempt by organisers and the Trump organisation (which co-owns the Miss Universe Organisation with NBC) to increase ratings.
