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Danang and Hoi An, located in Central Vietnam, are among the top five destinations for digital nomads—individuals who leverage technology to work remotely while exploring different places. These cities offer a unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty, along with an affordable cost of living, making them ideal for this modern workforce. Danang, especially, stands out for its seamless fusion of cultural and historical richness with natural wonders. With a modest average rent of $355 and a bowl of delicious pho costing just $1.60, Danang presents an attractive proposition for digital nomads. The iconic Dragon Bridge, featured in the image below, is one of the city’s many landmarks. Travel Off Path recommends several must-visit attractions in Danang, including the famous Ba Na Peak at the Sun World Ba Na Hills tourist area. Here, adventurers can marvel at the breathtaking Golden Bridge, taste the exquisite Sun KraftBeer, and find serenity at the tranquil Linh Ung Pagoda, an...

Ho Chi Minh City police detained Le Sy Manh, a former Vietnamese international footballer, for assaulting a referee during an amateur tournament. The incident, which occurred on December 22, 2024, sparked outrage as a video of Manh’s violent reaction to receiving a red card went viral. Manh, a member of the Thanh Hoa City senior team, lashed out at referee Pham Van Nguyen after being shown a yellow card for a foul. He slapped the referee and was subsequently shown a red card, leading to an even more aggressive response. Manh kicked and punched Nguyen, with the entire incident being captured on camera and shared widely across social media platforms. Born in 1984 in Thanh Hoa Province, Manh represented Vietnam from 2009 to 2010. Throughout his club career, he played for prominent teams such as Hanoi T&T, Vissai Ninh Binh, FLC Thanh Hoa, Quang Nam, Xuan Thanh Sai Gon, and Hai Phong. The Ho Chi Minh City Police’s swift action in detaining Manh sends a strong message about their comm...

During the final month of the year, Vietnam offers a wide range of experiences that captivate travelers, according to the article. In the northern region, as winter sets in, destinations like Hanoi and Sa Pa become even more enchanting with their cool temperatures and misty landscapes. On the other hand, the southern region, including Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta, enjoys pleasant warmth and abundant sunshine. Whether it’s exploring the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An and its ancient temples or cruising through the breathtaking Ha Long Bay, Vietnam’s diverse scenery never fails to impress. For the adventurous souls, trekking through lush terraced rice fields in the highlands or embarking on thrilling motorbike rides along winding coastal roads are highly recommended. In December, the festive atmosphere adds a special charm with colorful celebrations taking place during Christmas and the upcoming lunar New Year holiday. Affordable Luxury Travel suggests that visitors to Vietna...

This event was part of a series of activities to celebrate the 130th anniversary of the formation and development of the city, as well as Da Lat’s recognition as a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the field of music. During the cultural exchange, artists from Da Lat and Chuncheon showcased traditional cultural and artistic performances, aiming to promote the cultural heritage of each country and locality. In his speech, Dang Quang Tu, Chairman of the Da Lat city People’s Committee, highlighted the friendly relationship between Da Lat and Chuncheon, which was established in 2016 and further strengthened by the twinning relationship in 2019. Tu mentioned that the two cities have successfully carried out various exchange and cooperation activities, including friendly visits and the exchange of delegations. Additionally, many students from Da Lat have had the opportunity to study at universities in Chuncheon city. He emphasized that the cultural and art exchange event w...

Doan Thu Thuy, a 28-year-old woman from the northern province of Phu Tho, was crowned Miss Fitness Vietnam 2022 in a grand final held in Ho Chi Minh City last year. She is 1.73 meters tall and weighs 56 kilograms, with body measurements of 85-62-95. Currently, she works as a model and a fitness coach. The Miss Global pageant was first organized in 2013. It is unique in that it allows contestants aged 18 to 35 to participate. This year marks the 10th edition of the beauty contest and will feature 80 contestants from around the world. The main events of the pageant will be held in Vietnam, with the semi-final night taking place in Phu Quoc on January 13. The grand final will then be held in Cambodia on January 18. Vietnamese representative Nguyen Thi My Duyen reached the Top 11 in the Miss Global 2019 pageant. However, last year’s local beauty, Doan Thi Hong Trang, did not win any prizes in the competition. The post Vietnamese representative selected for Miss Global 2023 appea...

Nachi’s work has stood out among 587 other artists from around the world, even though it’s just a one-shot comic. Inspired by her passion for astronomy, the story revolves around the daily lives of celestial bodies such as the Sun, Earth, Moon, Venus, Saturn, and Jupiter. These celestial bodies work together to protect and sustain life on Earth. “I enjoy learning about astronomy, but I’m not very good at math, so my dream of working for NASA is nearly impossible. That’s why I try to tell stories about this topic from my own perspective and imagination,” she said. Through meticulous illustrations and giving planets and stars human-like qualities, Nachi hopes to bring astronomy closer to people in a simpler way. The series will consist of three chapters, with the first one set to be released next year. “I didn’t expect much from my work, so I am extremely happy and honored to have received this award,” she told Tuoi Tre newspaper. The Japan International Manga Award, established in ...

Ronaldo departed Old Trafford last month following an explosive television interview in which the 37-year-old forward said he felt betrayed by the club and did not respect their Dutch manager Erik ten Hag. Al Nassr issued a statement saying the five-time Ballon D’or winner will join on a deal until 2025 but did not disclose any financial details. Ronaldo’s contract has been estimated by media to be worth more than 200 million euros ($214.04 million). “I am fortunate that I have won everything I set out to win in European football and feel now that this is the right moment to share my experience in Asia,” Ronaldo said in the statement. “I am looking forward to joining my new team mates and together with them help the Club to achieve success.” Ronaldo will arrive in Saudi Arabia with a vast collection of club honours after a glittering spell at Spanish giants Real Madrid from 2009-18 where he won two LaLiga titles, two Spanish Cups, four Champions League titles and three Cl...

A terrarium is typically a sealable glass container with soil and plants inside. They are created in such a way that the glass container essentially houses its own ecosystem. Dang Van Thanh, a 25-year-old resident of Linh Trung Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, recently finished his first homemade terrarium after spending a month following tutorials from the internet.  An ecosystem in your palm Thanh’s terrarium is 15 centimeters long, 15 centimeters wide, and 20 centimeters tall. Inside sits a replica Japanese pagoda tucked away against a miniature rocky cliff. At the entrance to the pagoda is a torii – a Japanese style gate – that Thanh hand-carved from small wooden planks. A terrarium is often a self-sustaining ecosystem. The roof of the pagoda was made using plastic and stone powder. The path leading to the pagoda is lined with pebbles while the green moss, grass, and plants that surround the pagoda create a jungle-like atmosphere. Thanh first fell in lov...

City authorities had prepared for three months for the inauguration of the food street, which stretches 368 meters from Dien Bien Phu Street to Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street. It operates from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm daily, featuring 92 eateries, besides 51 shops selling clothing, shoes, beauty products, and other goods. Teenagers enjoy beverages at Nguyen Thuong Hien Food Street in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, December 21, 2022. Photo: Phuong Quyen / Tuoi Tre Numerous food and drink stalls offer Vietnamese-English menus to welcome foreign tourists. Cars are banned from the section and motorbikes are required to be driven at restricted speeds.  Authorities have also arranged two parking lots for motorbikes. People visit Nguyen Thuong Hien Food Street in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, December 21, 2022. Photo: Phuong Quyen / Tuoi Tre Pham Thi Thuy Hang, deputy chairman of the People’s Committee of District 3, said there have always been food businesses on Nguye...

The air exercise, which will take place from January 12 to 26, will witness the participation of India’s Su-30 MKI, two C-17s, and one IL-78 aircraft. Meanwhile, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) will be participating with four F-2 and four F-15 aircraft. “An IAF contingent will depart tomorrow for Hyakuri Air Base, Japan for the maiden Exercise Veer Guardian 2023 to be held with Japan Air Self Defence Force from 12 to 26 Jan 2023 IAF will participate with four Su-30 MKI, two C-17 Globemasters and an IL-78 tanker,” Indian Air Force tweeted. This comes more than one month after the multilateral exercise Malabar between India, the United States, Japan and Australia was conducted from November 08 – 15 at Yokosuka, Japan. Before that in September 2022, six Indian Ships, one submarine along with P8I, Mig-29K and Dornier aircraft participated in the bilateral exercise JIMEX 22 with Japan Maritime Defence Force (JMSDF) ships Izumo and Takanami near Visakhapatnam. In th...