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Mijaín López, who will turn 42 in two weeks, cemented his legacy in wrestling by defeating Yasmani Acosta of Chile in the 130kg Greco-Roman event final. With this win, López now holds the record for the most successive individual Olympic gold medals across six Olympic appearances, an extraordinary feat. Each of López’s Olympic journeys is a story in itself. When asked to describe his experiences, he reflected: “Beijing – youth; London – transcendence; Rio – effort; Tokyo – sacrifice; Paris – joy.” His dedication to his sport and the joy he finds in it have driven him to achieve these remarkable results. A true legend, López briefly retired after the 2021 Tokyo Games, but his love for wrestling brought him back. Despite a three-year absence and battling four herniated discs, he astonished the world by defeating the reigning world champion, Amin Mirzazadeh of Iran, in the quarter-finals. The final victory was bittersweet as López faced his close friend Acosta. López, known for his hum...

In 2008, Tim Pile, a lifestyle and travel journalist with SCMP, recounted the discovery of a massive cave by a team of British explorers led by cave expert Howard Limbert. This exploration was made possible by a local farmer who knew of its existence. The cave, spanning a length of at least five kilometers, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest in the world. According to SCMP’s report, this subterranean wonder houses underground rivers, lakes, a lush jungle ecosystem, ancient fossils dating back 400 million years, and stunning geological formations. Additionally, it is home to several rare species of flora and fauna unique to this location on Earth. Tham Luang Nang Non in northern Thailand, renowned for the dramatic rescue of a youth football team by divers in 2018, topped the list of the world’s seven most remarkable subterranean sights. This event captured global headlines and brought international attention to the cave. The remaining destinations on the l...

At the opening ceremony of the exhibition. Photo: Bac Giang Newspaper The exhibition is part of the celebrations for the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between Vietnam and Japan (September 21, 1973), according to a report by VietnamPlus. Organized jointly by the Bac Giang Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and the Japan Foundation Centre for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam, the event will run from August 10 to 30. Visitors at the exhibition. Photo: Bac Giang Newspaper The exhibition is divided into two sections – one showcasing human-shaped dolls and the other featuring Kokeshi wooden dolls. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore beautiful dolls depicting various characters, from children to adults, in different everyday life and theater settings. Additionally, the unique wooden doll Kokeshi provided by Tsugaru Kokeshi Museum will be showcased. Originating from the Tohoku (Northeast) region of Japan in the 19th century, Ko...