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Jinny Lu, rescued from a dog-meat farm, crowned World's Ugliest Dog

A pug mix named Jinny Lu, rescued from South Korea's dog-meat trade, won the 50th annual World's Ugliest Dog contest in California. Her tongue lolls, her eyes cross, and her humans adore her — proof that the best beauty pageant celebrates survival.

The upbeat factorThe upbeat factor: The crown she was always meant to wear.
✓ Verified · USA Today · 2026-08-14 · USA
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