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Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has launched his own YouTube channel, offering fans an exclusive insight into his life on and off the pitch. The 39-year-old, a five-time Ballon D’Or winner, currently plays for Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, as he prepares for a new chapter in his illustrious career. “The wait is over!” exclaimed Ronaldo on his social media accounts. “My @YouTube channel is live. SIUUUbscribe and join me as I take you behind the scenes of my football journey and beyond.” Within hours of his announcement, 1.69 million subscribers had already joined, eager to catch a glimpse into the life of one of football’s greatest players. This adds to his massive online presence, including 112.5 million followers on Twitter, 170 million on Facebook, and a staggering 636 million on Instagram. Ronaldo, formerly of Real Madrid and Manchester United, is gearing up for his debut in the Saudi Pro League. His first match with Al Nassr will be against Al-Raed on Thursday, and fans worldwide...

“I left my office job three years ago to pursue my passion for painting ceramics,” shared 24-year-old Tu from Lam Dong Province in the Central Highlands of Vietnam.  The decision to leave a stable office job was not an easy one, but Tu found the long hours in front of a computer screen and the occasional all-nighters to meet deadlines extremely stressful.  “I’ve always had a love for handcrafting, so I decided to take a leap of faith and become a painter at a local pottery workshop,” Tu explained. Based in Thuan An City, Binh Duong Province, just outside Ho Chi Minh City, Tu works at the renowned Vuong Xuan pottery workshop, which has been in operation for over 40 years. It was love at first sight for Tu when he first visited the workshop, and he immediately felt a deep connection to the craft. His unique talent for creating ceramic items inspired by stray cats has gained popularity among young customers in recent times. Hoang Anh Tu, a young artist with a passio...

Vietnam News Headlines Today (Sep. 1) Booming Cross-Border Trade Amid Flourishing Imports and Exports UNESCO Lauds Vietnam’s Contributions to Natural Sciences Coastal, Island Locales Embrace Green Tourism Vietnamese-Funded Secondary School Opens in Laos Son La Showcases Vibrant Festivities for National Day Holiday Lao Cai Celebrates Sa Pa Autumn Festival for National Day Vietnam Firmly Upholds Freedom of Belief and Religion Vietnam and China Strengthen Economic and Trade Ties European-Vietnam Documentary Film Festival Returns in September Photo: VOV Booming Cross-Border Trade Amid Flourishing Imports and Exports Border import and export activities have witnessed robust growth, with import and export turnover through major gateways nationwide surging consistently. Thriving Imports and Exports via Border Gateways As per Lang Son Provincial Customs, from January to August-end, total import and export turnover through the province surpassed US$40 billion,...

When it comes to street food, Vietnam delivers big on flavor. Here are the top 10 dishes and beverages to indulge in while visiting Vietnam, as curated by the renowned Australian website, delicious.com.au . First of the list, of course, is Banh mi. The French may have introduced baguettes to Vietnam, but the country’s famed banh mi is a uniquely Vietnamese creation. Roasted Pork Bánh Mì. According to an article published on the website, different vendors worldwide have put their own spin on the globally beloved sanga. The general idea includes a fresh baguette, which draws influence from earlier French colonization. The baguette is then filled with pate, pork floss, pork belly, cucumber, and pickled vegetables. The resulting sandwich is a harmonious combination of crunchiness, softness, and unforgettable flavor. Second, Pho (rice noodle soup with beef or chicken) is another must-try. Pho was developed in the north of the country during the late 19th and early 20th cent...

Six years long central rule is beginning to yield diminishing returns. Largely, because this arrangement, even if run efficiently, lacks legitimate representative character. However, restoration of peace and normal routine of daily life, compared to the past, stands out as its most significant achievement. It is after a long time that various spheres of public and social life in the state, in general, and the Valley in particular, are back to normal routine without disruption. Sense of relief on that account is palpable. But, at another level, that is not enough nor a substitute for a normal democratic setup at the helm. Denial of popular, representative power structure for too long has its own inherent negative implications. Not only in Kashmir and Jammu regions but also in (separated) UT Ladakh region too law of diminishing returns is becoming more palpable with each passing day. Whenever the assembly polls are held, its outcome would essentially be the first popular v...

When it comes to street food, Vietnam offers a wide range of flavorful dishes. According to the Australian website delicious.com.au, here are the top 10 things to eat and drink in Vietnam. First on the list is Banh mi. While the French introduced baguettes to Vietnam, banh mi is a unique Vietnamese creation. Roasted Pork Banh Mi. “Different vendors have their own take on this globally loved sandwich, but the general concept includes a fresh baguette stuffed with pate, pork floss, pork belly, cucumber, and pickled vegetables. It’s crunchy, soft, and incredibly tasty,” wrote the article on the website. Second on the list is Pho (rice noodle soup with beef or chicken), a must-try dish. Pho was developed in the north of Vietnam during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The obsession with pho spread to the south in the 1950s when millions of north Vietnamese brought their soup recipe with them. December 12 is celebrated as the Day of Pho in Vietnam. A bowl ...

Fansipan – the Roof of Indochina. Photo: Le Viet Khanh Vietnam may not possess a single majestic mountain that rivals the iconic Mount Fuji of Japan or the Matterhorn of Switzerland. Nevertheless, if there is a mountain that the Vietnamese people can wholeheartedly take pride in, it unquestionably is Mount Fansipan – the loftiest summit throughout the former French Indochina, comprising Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos. It is certainly no coincidence that the Vietnamese culture embraces the proverbial expression, ‘Everyone has their own Fansipan to climb,’ metaphorically representing one’s most cherished aspirations in life. The Allure of Fansipan: A Familiar Stranger Fansipan, also known as Hủa Xi Pan in the local language, is a mountain in the northwestern region of Vietnam. It is named after its meaning in the local language, which translates to ‘the tottering giant rock.’ This majestic granite rock rose from deep within the earth over 250 million years ago, as documented ...