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Sven-Göran Eriksson, the renowned football manager, passed away in August of last year at the age of 76. Prior to his death, Eriksson bravely announced that he was terminally ill with pancreatic cancer. His legacy, however, extends beyond his illustrious career, as he left an impact on the financial world as well. According to his will, Eriksson’s estate was valued at 4.8 million pounds. However, it was revealed that he owed a significant amount of debt, totaling 8.64 million pounds. The majority of this debt was attributed to tax liabilities in the UK, with a staggering 7.25 million pounds owed to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). This comes as no surprise, given that Eriksson had previously disclosed a loss of 10 million pounds due to financial mismanagement by an advisor. Eriksson’s time as England’s manager from 2001 to 2006 brought him great success, but even during this period, he admitted to having little knowledge of his financial affairs. This unfortunate situation serves as a ...

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, has been recognized by Time Out magazine as one of the top global destinations to visit in 2025. The city’s rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse cuisine are just some of the attractions that have caught the publication’s eye. In their recent list of the 50 best cities to explore worldwide, Time Out ranked Hanoi as the 21st most appealing destination. This ranking places Hanoi as the second-highest among Southeast Asian cities, just after Thailand. According to the magazine, Hanoi has been a cornerstone of Vietnamese culture for millennia. The city’s Old Quarter, encircling the iconic Hoan Kiem Lake, is a culinary and architectural hub, offering a unique blend of traditional and modern influences. Visitors are invited to discover the grand Opera House and a church reminiscent of Notre Dame, along with hidden gems—cozy cafes nestled in narrow alleyways or perched atop ancient structures. One of Hanoi’s distinguishing features, as noted by Time O...

President Vo Van Thuong invites German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to step on the podium while military bands play the national anthems of both nations. Vietnam and Germany first established diplomatic relations in 1975. The two countries lifted ties to strategic partnership in 2011. Germany is Vietnam’s biggest trade partner in Europe, and more than 350 German businesses are operating in Vietnam. As of May 2023, Germany had 444 valid projects worth over US$2.36 billion, ranking fourth from a total of 24 European countries investing in Vietnam. The two leaders inspect the guard of honour. This is the first foreign visit of the German President in 2024 and the first high-level delegation exchange between the two countries this year – a pivotal year towards the 50th founding anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties in 2025. The two leaders hold talks immediately after the welcome ceremony. During two-day visit, German Presid...

Muong Tac culture is a mixture of Thai and Muong ethnic minority cultures. The most prominent cultural features are the folk songs and dances of the Thai, the original inhabitants of the region. Amid rapid economic and social development, the Thai people of Muong Tac are working hard to preserve and promote their culture. In Muong Tac valley Thai people gather every night to sing and dance. Some are members of the Art Club of the Elderly, who share an ardent love and enthusiasm for their traditional arts. Bac Cam Ton, head of Quang Huy commune’s Art Club of the Elderly, shared, “The Club was established in 2014 with 60 members. Many other communes have come here to study our model. Our purpose is to live happily, healthily, and usefully and transfer traditions to our children.” Grandfathers and granmothers teach the young people folk songs and folk dances as well as morality and dedication to building a happy and prosperous life. Hoang Xuan Hoa, chairman of the Elderly As...

People in the capital head to the market to buy big, beautiful, and green dong leaves to pack their Chung cakes to enjoy a traditional New Year. Having 10 years of experience selling dong leaves at Tran Quy Cap market, local trader Le Thu Van says during the Tet holiday this year, every day she imports more than 100,000 dong leaves to sell to customers.   Dong leaves at the market are imported from various places, including from the provinces of Lao Cai, Tuyen Quang, Thanh Oai in Hanoi, and Phu Ly in Ha Nam. According to small traders, this year a pack of 100 leaves are priced at between VND100,000 and VND150,000 To choose the right dong leaves, many customers spend between 20 and 30 minutes selecting the ones they want. Dong leaves are an indispensable ingredient in wrapping Chung cakes during the traditional Tet holiday in Vietnam. The post Hanoi's oldest Tet market bustling all day and night appeared first on Vietexplor...

Participants in the establishment ceremony for the Israel – Vietnam Friendship Association pose for a group photo. Photo: VNA The Israel – Vietnam Friendship Association has been established with a view to increasing people diplomacy between the two countries, VNA reported Monday. The establishment ceremony was held at the Israeli Foreign Ministry’s headquarters on January 22, one of the activities ahead of the 30th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties this year. The association gathers generations of Israeli ambassadors, deputy ambassadors, and diplomats who used to work in Vietnam over the last 20 years. Some of them have retired or moved to the private sector but still maintain their special sentiment towards the Southeast Asian nation. Appreciating Vietnam’s rapid development in all aspects, the delegates hoped that the establishment of the Israel – Vietnam Friendship Association would open another bridge to promote bilateral relations and exchanges in various ...

Vietjet’s Flight VJ5317 lands at Cam Ranh international airport, the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa, carrying Chinese tourists to Khanh Hoa after three years of hiatus caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Photo: Nhan dan (People) Newspaper It was the first flight carrying Chinese tourists to Khanh Hoa after three years of hiatus caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, VietnamPlus reported. Every passenger received flowers and a red packet of lucky money at the welcome ceremony. From January 23 – March 23, Vietjet is due to operate about 35 flights carrying Chinese visitors from the provinces of Anhui, Hunan and Sichuan to Nha Trang with 4-5 weekly flights transporting 180-220 passengers each. Before the pandemic outbreak, China was the biggest source of tourist arrivals in Khanh Hoa, with over 2.5 million in 2019. Last year, the province welcomed more than 2.5 million holidaymakers, earning over VND13.8 trillion ($600 million), marking a 5.75-fold increase year-on-...

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 24) notable headlines Supermarkets, wet markets open again after one-day closure Vietnam engages in building of UN convention against cybercrimes Police impose stiff penalties on drink driving at Tet Two scenarios for Vietnamese economy in 2023 Seaports nationwide busy through Tet break Israel – Vietnam Friendship Association comes into being First flight carries Chinese tourists to Khanh Hoa in New Year New Year celebrations in Switzerland, Czech Republic Foreign minister details six priorities of diplomatic sector in 2023 Many supermarkets open agaiin on January 23, the second day of the lunar New Year (Tet), after one day of closure to celebrate the Tet holiday. Supermarkets, wet markets open again after one-day closure Many supermarkets and wet markets began to receive customers and visitors on January 23 morning, one day after they closed their door to celebrate Vietnam’s biggest festival – the lunar New Year (Tet). Co.opma...