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The Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival , held from August 23 to 25, was a celebration of the capital’s culinary and artisanal offerings. The event showcased the city’s unique cuisine and crafts, attracting visitors eager to immerse themselves in Hanoi’s cultural heritage. Visitors indulging in the delights of the Hanoi Tourism Gift Festival 2024. A Taste of Hanoi’s Cultural Heritage With the theme “Hanoi Noshes”, the festival highlighted food and gift tourism, a unique aspect of travel in many countries. Guests were invited to embark on a culinary journey, sampling Hanoi’s signature dishes and discovering the rich cultural stories behind each tasty treat. Over 20 food stalls tempted visitors with a myriad of flavors, and photo opportunities were aplenty. Among the mouthwatering offerings were Me Tri green rice flakes, Thanh Tri steamed rice rolls, Pho banh mi , Huong Mai ‘ pho ’ rolls, and the sweet delights of Duong Lam peanut candy and braised dessert soup. Artisan Vu Thi ...

The world of pageantry is abuzz with predictions and anticipation as we draw closer to the prestigious Miss International 2024 pageant. Among the sea of stunning contestants, the beauty from Peru has emerged as the favorite to claim the coveted crown. Right behind her, the representative from the Dominican Republic is expected to secure the first runner-up title. The competition is fierce, and the stakes are high. Among the other notable contenders are the contestants from Venezuela, Indonesia, and Mexico. These talented and gorgeous women are predicted to finish within the top five, making their mark on the pageant’s history. Adding to the excitement, Vietnamese beauty Thanh Thuy is projected to rank an impressive 16th among the Top 20 finalists. Following closely behind her are the contestants from Poland, Australia, South Africa, and Honduras, rounding out a diverse and talented group of young women. Huynh Thi Thanh Thuy, the reigning Miss Vietnam 2022, is a 21-year-old student ...

Tucked away on Trinh Dinh Trong Street in Ho Chi Minh City is a humble porridge shop with a 40-year legacy. The unassuming eatery, located at 104/22B, specializes in traditional Teochew-style porridge, a simple yet comforting dish. At the heart of their menu is plain rice porridge, a blank canvas for a variety of toppings and accompaniments. Diners can customize their bowl with options like meat, offal, shrimp, fish, and even peanut worms. Each bowl is served with crown daisy, pickled or fresh ginger, and deep-fried dough sticks, along with soy or fish sauce for an added punch of flavor. Portion sizes vary to suit different appetites. A bowl brimming with toppings will set you back VND70,000 ($2.79), while the standard and smaller portions, with fewer accompaniments, are priced at VND60,000 ($2.39) and VND50,000 ($1.99), respectively. For those who want to indulge in the toppings without the porridge, the shop also offers the option of having meat, offal, seafood, or peanut worms wit...

The total number of underprivileged children in different regions of Vietnam is as follows: 1,000 children in Ho Chi Minh City, 200 students in Long An Province located in the Mekong Delta region, and 200 others in An Giang Province, which is also situated in the delta. During the program, the participants not only received gifts and scholarships for their new academic year, but also had the opportunity to partake in the joyful festivities of the Mid-Autumn Festival. The Mid-Autumn Festival, also referred to as the ‘Children’s Festival,’ is celebrated annually on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. In 2022, it will occur on Friday, September 29th. Phan Van Mai, the chairman of Ho Chi Minh City, emphasized the significance of the ‘Golden Landmark’ program during his speech at the event. He emphasized that this initiative has been successful in fostering a sense of unity and connection among both Vietnamese and Canadian residents residing in Ho Chi Minh City. In addition, the com...

Visitors flocked to the Binh Dinh Convention Center in Quy Nhon on Sunday to admire a stunning assortment of ornamental plants and bonsai expertly cultivated by talented domestic artisans in the field. “The organizer of the exhibition proudly presents the city’s largest ornamental plant exhibition to date, featuring an exceptional collection of highly valuable bonsai. The exhibition commenced on Saturday and promises to be a remarkable display of horticultural mastery.” In addition to the showcased trees, the competition featured a staggering number of over 180 registered works of bonsai art. Some notable attractions include ancient trees dating back centuries and meticulously shaped bonsai trees with unique forms. An ancient Streblus asper features several branches, making it look like a tower cluster. Photo: Lam Thien / Tuoi Tre An over-100-year-old bonsai owned by artisan Le Van Dung in Thai Nguyen Province, northern Vietnam. Photo: Lam Thien / Tuoi Tre ...

Nguyen Tri Hieu, a highly skilled lineworker at the age of 55, is dedicated to his role as a line erector. Leading a proficient power line repair team in the esteemed central province of Quang Ngai, Hieu expertly maneuvers between various power lines with the aid of a customized bicycle that is connected to the suspended cables. Although onlookers may be taken aback by Hieu and his team’s utilization of this distinctive contraption, it is often overlooked that it is indeed an exceptional invention originating from Vietnam. Assisting co-workers is an essential part of being a team player. By helping our colleagues, we can contribute to a positive work environment and foster collaboration. Every morning, Hieu diligently starts his day in his office located in Nghia Chanh District, Quang Ngai City. He meticulously reviews the detailed reports generated by his team’s on-site inspections of 220kV power lines. Our reports play a crucial role in identifying faults and facilitating repairs...

An exhibition titled “Our Country” is currently taking place in Hanoi to mark the 78th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day. The exhibition showcases over 80 exceptional landscape paintings created between 1930 and 2007. The paintings, carefully selected from the museum’s modern art collection, were crafted by renowned artists from different generations, including graduates of the Indochina Art School, artists trained in Resistance Art courses, and younger artists. The exhibition features artists from the Indochinese Art School (1925-1945), such as Luong Xuan Nhi, Nguyen Van Ty, Phan Ke An, and Huynh Van Thuan, as well as artists born during the war of resistance, including Luu Cong Nhan, Duong Ngoc Canh, and Tran Thanh Ngoc. Present-day artists like Do Thi Ninh, Le Van Hai, and Dang Thi Khue are also represented. Through various styles and perspectives, the exhibition vividly depicts the beauty of different regions in Vietnam. Popular destinations like Ban Gioc Wa...

The organisers of this year’s festival have set the goal of making a charitable donation to the Santo Anibal Maria Center. This organization, part of the Institute of Education and Social Culture, supports the care of the disadvantaged, protects human rights, and promotes citizenship through social, educational, and cultural activities. The event attracted over 1,000 visitors, primarily from Brazil and other South American countries. The festival aims to showcase the cultural diversity of countries in the region, as well as highlight the unique cultural values of Vietnam to a global audience. Delegates and visitors were provided with brief information about Vietnam to create a positive impression, especially for those unfamiliar with the country. Visitors to the Vietnamese pavilion had the opportunity to choose from a variety of unique handicraft products made by skilled Vietnamese artisans, such as lacquered coconut bowls, pearl inlaid coconut bowls, brocade bags, silk scarves, a...

Dean Lewis is a renowned singer-songwriter with a remarkable track record of 10 billion streams for his hit songs. His breakthrough single “Waves” in 2016 achieved a remarkable feat, earning seven times platinum certification in Australia in 2019. He further solidified his success with his 2018 single “Be Alright”, which topped the charts in Australia and received platinum certification just four weeks after its release. The song went on to achieve an impressive 11× platinum certification in Australia and achieved multi-platinum status worldwide, including double platinum in the United States. In 2019, Lewis released his highly anticipated debut studio album, “A Place We Knew,” followed by his second album, “The Hardest Love,” in 2022. Recognized for his exceptional talent, Lewis has earned three awards from 16 nominations at the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) Music Awards, an esteemed annual ceremony that celebrates excellence and innovation in Australian music ...

Prior to the 5-day visit, UK International Trade Minister Nigel Huddleston spoke about the significant contribution of the Vietnam-UK trade partnership to the diplomatic relations between the two countries over the last 50 years. The trade relationship between the UK and Vietnam has continued to strengthen, with the total trade volume reaching £6.9 billion in 2022. This represents a 29% increase from 2021 and nearly double the figure from 2013. Minister Huddleston expressed his eagerness to meet with his counterparts in Vietnam to explore new opportunities and support UK businesses in accessing the dynamic Vietnamese market. The UK currently has 536 direct investment projects in Vietnam, with a total registered capital of US $4.28 billion. This makes the UK the 15th largest foreign investor in the country. In the first seven months of this year, bilateral trade between Vietnam and the UK reached US $3.95 billion, a 0.5% increase compared to the same period last year. Vietnam’s im...

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Luu Quang has agreed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ proposal for a 2024 plan to mark the Day for Honouring Vietnamese Language in Vietnamese Communities Abroad (September 8) next year, according to VNA. Vietnamese representative agencies abroad will collaborate with relevant ministries, agencies, and localities to implement activities within the framework of the plan. These activities will promote the expats’ maintenance of their mother tongue and recognize and encourage exemplary individuals who contribute to the preservation of the language in the communities. The funding for implementing the plan will come from the state budget, sponsorships, support from organizations and individuals in Vietnam and abroad, and other sources in accordance with regulations. The Vietnamese Embassy in the Czech Republic in July 2023 presents certificates of merit to Vietnamese individuals who have made great contributions to community affairs and outstanding ...