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The Da Nang Christmas Market, a vibrant feature of the city’s festive calendar, is open daily from 5:00 pm to 10:30 pm until January 2, 2025. With a diverse range of stalls, the market offers a unique shopping and culinary experience. Visitors can explore an array of handicrafts, souvenirs, and local products, as well as indulge in delicious food from over 100 special dishes, including traditional Vietnamese cuisine and international favorites. The market is a festive wonderland, adorned with pine trees, scented candles, and unique Christmas ornaments, creating a warm and cheerful atmosphere. It’s a perfect setting for a memorable Christmas in Vietnam, as shared by Emily, a tourist from Australia, who was captivated by the market’s charm. A vibrant scene at the Da Nang Christmas Market, where visitors can enjoy a unique shopping and culinary experience. Photo: Thanh Nguyen / Tuoi Tre The market’s culinary delights are a highlight, with foreign visitors particularly enjoy...

Li, a former Everton player, was initially tried and sentenced to a 20-year fixed-term imprisonment, according to the state news agency Xinhua , who provided no further details. The far-reaching crackdown on official corruption, initiated by President Xi Jinping over a decade ago upon assuming power, has ensnared the sports industry. In late 2022, anti-graft authorities turned their attention to sports, and this week, they announced the convictions of several former football administrators. Li, who served as China’s coach from January 2020 to December 2021, had previously admitted to accepting over $10 million in bribes. The 47-year-old, a well-known former footballer in China, played as a midfielder for Everton in the Premier League. He featured in a documentary aired by CCTV in January, exposing the pervasive corruption in Chinese football. Li confessed in the program to paying nearly $421,000 in bribes to secure his position as head coach. He also admitted to match-fixing duri...

Teqball is an exciting, dynamic ball sport played on a curved table, merging the skills of sepak takraw and table tennis. The Teqball World Championship, a collaboration between the city government and the International Teqball Federation, is an upcoming event that will showcase this unique sport. Scheduled to take place from December 3 to 8, the championship will be hosted at iconic locations in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1: Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street, Le Loi Boulevard, Lam Son Park, and Bach Dang Wharf Park. This event marks a significant milestone as it coincides with the 10th anniversary of Teqball’s invention. The 2024 Teqball World Championship is more than just a sporting event. It serves as a platform to foster international sports cooperation between Ho Chi Minh City and strategic partner countries of Vietnam. Additionally, it aligns with the city’s vision for fast and sustainable development for the period 2020-2025 and complements the action plan of its cultural diploma...