Ronaldo is world’s highest-paid player: The photo dated 29 October 2008 (below) is an AFP file photo showing famous footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo kissing a golden boot trophy awarded to him as ‘FIFPro Player of the Year 2008′ in a presentation ahead of their English Premier League.

According to the AFP, Real Madrid have officially signed Cristiano Ronaldo on a six-year deal worth 93 million euros, the Spanish giants announced Friday.

Former Manchester United forward Ronaldo is set to earn 13 million euros a year with Real, thus becoming the world’s highest-paid footballer.

A statement on the official website of Real Madrid said: “Real Madrid CF and Manchester United have signed the definitive agreement for the transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo to the Spanish club on July 1. Reports said Friday that United are set to be paid in full by next week. A statement on the Premier League champions’ website said: “Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure is all but done and dusted after Real Madrid and Manchester United finalised the agreement for his transfer on Friday evening.

Ronaldo is now set to become the centrepiece of the new Real as newly-elected president Florentino Perez bids to get the club reacquainted with their former glory days on the European stage.

4 more cases of Influenza A H1N1: The Ministry of Health of Brunei Darussalam confirms another 4 cases today of Influenza A H1N1 cases, bringing the country’s total cases to 29 cases.

All the cases are currently undergoing treatment at the Pengiran Muda Mahkota Pengiran Muda Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah Hospital, Tutong and are in good conditions. The Ministry of Health is currently tracing all contacts and will quarantine those at risk.

Following the increase in the number of Influenza A (H1N1) cases, the Ministry of Health continues to advise the public not to be alarmed and worried. The public are also required to cooperate and comply with the following health advices:

* To avoid or delay travel to affected areas.
* To seek immediate medical attention if they develop symptoms following travel from affected areas.
* To reduce social activities and interactions for seven days after returning from overseas.
* To take precautions by practicing good personal hygiene, especially when visiting other countries.

Visit our H1N1 Healthcare Page for free leaflets downloads.

Laneige Photogenic Contest: Laneige, Brunei Darussalam sees its first year to organize the “Style Me Up” photogenic contest within the nation and overwhelmed with a huge crowd of contestants of up to 200 people. However, the list was contracted and shortlisted to 86 contestants, by harsh judge Izannita Zain, or widely known as DJ Izan from Pilihan FM as well as the managress of Laneige, Pat Lee.

Michael Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009), an American recording artist, entertainer, philanthropist and businessman. Referred to as the “King of Pop” in past subsequent years, his 1982 album Thriller remains the world’s best-selling album of all time and four of his other solo studio albums are among the world’s best-selling records: Off the Wall (1979), Bad (1987), Dangerous (1991) and HIStory (1995).

The Information Department would like to inform the public that Media Passes Application for the upcoming His Majesty The Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam 63rd Birthday Anniversary are now available from Media Services Divison, Department of Information.

The last day For submission is on Tuesday, June 30 2009 before 4.00pm.

For more information, contact Media Services Division, Department of Information at telephone numbers 238 3400, 238 0943 or fax-line 238 1132. Application Form are also available for download at www.information.gov.bn.