At least 12 people died and an unspecified number were injured in a stampede at a soccer stadium in El Salvador on Saturday, the Central American government tweeted. On Saturday night, the Alianza F.C. and Club Deportivo FAS teams were playing a quarter-final game at the Cuscatlan stadium in San Salvador, the capital. An ambulance arrives following a stampede prior to a soccer game between C.D. FAS Vs. Alianza F.C. at the Cuzcatlan stadium, in San Salvador, El Salvador May 20, 2023. Photo : Reuters Play was suspended after a stampede broke out in the general section of the stadium, a venue with a capacity for more than 44,000 fans. "The Salvadoran Football Federation deeply regrets the events that occurred at the Cuscatlan Stadium," the organization wrote on Twitter. "It also expresses solidarity with the relatives of those affected and deceased in this incident." A fan is attended to in an ambulance following a stampede prior to a soccer game … [Read more...] about At least 12 dead in stampede at El Salvador soccer stadium
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Gold remains a potential investment channel
Gold remains a potential investment channel until the end of this year, though the global economy in general, and Vietnam in particular, still possess potential risk factors related to recession and inflation, which make it difficult to forecast the gold price. Customers buy gold at Phú Quý Gold and Silver Company in Hanoi. Gold is still a potential investment channel until the end of this year. VNA/VNS Photo This statement was made by Shaokai Fan, Head of Asia-Pacific (ex-China) and Global Head of Central Banks of the World Gold Council (WGC), at a press conference on Wednesday to release the WGC’s latest gold consumer demand trend report for the first quarter of 2023. … [Read more...] about Gold remains a potential investment channel
Vinicius Jr calls LaLiga and Spain racist for chants after sending-off
Real Madrid's Brazil forward Vinicius Jr has called LaLiga and Spain racist after receiving racial slurs from the stands in Sunday's defeat at Valencia's Mestalla stadium. Vinicius Jr pointed out the fans who were insulting him, leading to the match being stopped for 10 minutes, and then got into an altercation with Valencia's players which led to his sending off in the second half. "It was not the first time, nor the second, nor the third. Racism is normal in LaLiga. The competition considers it normal, the federation considers it normal and the rivals encourage it," Vinicius posted on Twitter after the game. "The championship that once belonged to Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, Cristiano (Ronaldo) and (Lionel) Messi today belongs to the racists. "A beautiful nation, which welcomed me and which I love, but which accepted to export to the world the image of a racist country. I am sorry for those Spaniards who disagree but today, in Brazil, Spain is known as a country of racists. "I am … [Read more...] about Vinicius Jr calls LaLiga and Spain racist for chants after sending-off
Vietnam obtains 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup broadcasting rights
Fans will be able to enjoy live coverage of the Vietnamese national team competing at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, as a media entity in Vietnam has successfully secured the broadcasting rights for the tournament this summer. This entity will select one or more TV stations in Vietnam as partners and will hold a ceremony in Hanoi on Thursday to officially announce the rights. The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, scheduled to take place in Australia and New Zealand from July 20 to August 20, marks Vietnam’s debut at the global association football competition. Vietnam have been drawn in Group E alongside defending champions the U.S., reigning runners-up the Netherlands, and Portugal. They will kick off their 2023 Women’s World Cup campaign against the U.S. on July 22 at 1:00 pm (local time) in Auckland. Vietnam will then play Portugal on July 27, followed by the Netherlands on August 1. In thorough preparation for their tough challenges at the tourney, Vietnam regrouped at … [Read more...] about Vietnam obtains 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup broadcasting rights
Watch owned by China’s last emperor sells for $6 million
The Ref 96 Quantieme Lune timepiece, which boasts a crown-like moon phase, originally belonged to Aisin-Gioro Puyi, the final monarch of the Chinese Qing dynasty. Emperor at the age of two in 1908, Puyi was immortalized by Bernardo Bertolucci's Oscar-winning film "The Last Emperor," but left a mixed legacy. More than 20 years after being forced to abdicate, he was installed as the puppet leader of Japanese-occupied Manchuria, before he was captured in 1945 after the fall of Japan and taken to a Soviet prison camp. British auction house Phillips said it had documentation that showed Puyi had brought the watch with him to the camp. It was expected to fetch about $3 million but, after about five minutes of spirited bidding, it was sold for HK$40 million ($5.1 million). With the buyer's premium fee, the total price came to about $6.2 million. Thomas Perazzi, Phillips' head of watches in Asia, said he was "thrilled with this groundbreaking sale" because it set records. Those … [Read more...] about Watch owned by China’s last emperor sells for $6 million
Escape to greenleaf retreat: A tranquil coffee spot in Hanoi
Located at No. 11, Alley 5, Tu Hoa Streeet within Hanoi's Tay Ho District, the coffee shop serves as an oasis for nature lovers looking for a peaceful setting. From the moment visitors arrive, they are greeted by an entrance adorned with many trees, making it a beloved spot for photography enthusiasts. The entire cafe is decorated with trees that encompass the space, embellishing the aisles, surrounding each seat, and even hanging from the windows in small pots. The courtyard is modest in size and features a pathway paved with white pebbles. Philo Garden has opted for a camping-style selection of tables and chairs, and also provides fans for those who choose to sit outside. On hot days , due to the absence of air conditioning and uneven distribution of fans and misting systems , … [Read more...] about Escape to greenleaf retreat: A tranquil coffee spot in Hanoi
Businesses on edge as record power demand, low supply cause outages
"We have nearly 1,600 students, and guests have also confirmed their participation, so we cannot cancel the ceremony," Nguyen Le Quoc Dung, vice principal of Phu Hoa 3 Elementary School in Thu Dau Mot city said. "With this power cut notice, we have to cancel some activities." Besides, the school would have to hire a generator, he added. A seafood restaurant in the city said it could only open in the evening on May 26. "The power cut is from 6am to 6pm, and so we cannot open with the hot weather and without fans and air conditioners. We also had to cancel pre-orders for that day." Many factories have had to change their schedules or suspend operations due to load shedding since last week. A construction materials manufacturer in HCMC has had to stop production at its facilities for one to five hours on some days last week. There is no schedule for this week yet, but its CEO said that if the power outages continue, production would badly hit. Pham Xuan Hong, chairman of … [Read more...] about Businesses on edge as record power demand, low supply cause outages
Millionaire Bayer Farmers 2022-2023 contest culminates in a jubilant final night
After an exhilarating series of challenges, the Hanh Anh team from Can Tho city emerged victorious during the Final Night of the Millionaire Bayer Farmers 2022-2023 contest, earning the title of the most knowledgeable group of farmers. The contest provided a vibrant platform for farmers to unwind, enjoy, and share laughter, all while fostering connections and exchanging updated agricultural knowledge. Through this contest, Bayer reaffirmed its dedication to supporting the advancement of Vietnamese farmers. Through the exciting preliminary rounds and semi-finals, eight excellent teams were brought together from prominent rice-growing provinces in the Mekong Delta, including Long An, Tra Vinh, Can Tho, An Giang, and Kien Giang. In a gripping finale, they competed in terms of farming knowledge and artistic talent through three challenges. The first challenge, "Erudite Farmer”, involved a multiple-choice test focusing on agricultural knowledge. In "The Versatile Farmer" round, … [Read more...] about Millionaire Bayer Farmers 2022-2023 contest culminates in a jubilant final night
‘Queen of rock ‘n’ roll’ Tina Turner dies at 83
She died peacefully after a long illness in her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland, her representative said. Turner began her career in the 1950s during the early years of rock 'n' roll and evolved into an MTV phenomenon. In the video for her chart-topping song "What's Love Got to Do with It," in which she called love a "second-hand emotion," Turner epitomized 1980s style as she strutted through New York City streets with her spiky blond hair, wearing a cropped jean jacket, mini skirt and stiletto heels. With her taste for musical experimentation and bluntly worded ballads, Turner gelled perfectly with a 1980s pop landscape in which music fans valued electronically produced sounds and scorned hippie-era idealism. Sometimes nicknamed the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll," Turner won six of her eight Grammy Awards in the 1980s. In that decade she landed a dozen songs in the Top 40, including "Typical Male," "The Best," "Private Dancer" and "Better Be Good to Me." Her 1988 show in … [Read more...] about ‘Queen of rock ‘n’ roll’ Tina Turner dies at 83
BigBang heartthrob Taeyang to perform in Vietnam
A representative of Seen Festival confirmed Tuesday that Taeyang would perform at the event on June 17. The news excited many Vietnamese fans, as BigBang is one of the top boy bands in South Korea. Dubbed the "Kings of K-pop", BigBang helped spread the Hallyu wave to the international scene and are one of the most influential artists in the genre. Formed in 2006 with the original lineup of five members, BigBang are still active with four members after 17 years. Taeyang is set to perform at the Seen Festival in Hoi An, Vietnam on June 17. Photo courtesy of Taeyang Taeyang, 35, is the main vocalist and dancer of the group. In addition to his activities with BigBang, Taeyang also has several solo projects that achieved great success with hits like "Wedding Dress" and "Eyes, Nose, Lips". Seen Festival will take place June 17-18 in Hoi An in Quang Nam Province. The rumored lineup is said to include other K-pop acts like BoA, aespa and Somi. However, Taeyang is the … [Read more...] about BigBang heartthrob Taeyang to perform in Vietnam