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A captivating exhibition titled ‘Sofia Yablonska – Journey through Centuries’ is currently adorning the walls of the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts. On display are 55 documents, photos, and videos by the talented Ukrainian artist, offering a glimpse into the past and a unique perspective on Vietnam. The exhibition, hosted by the Embassy of Ukraine in Vietnam, commemoratessection> marks a significant milestone – the 32nd anniversary of Ukraine-Vietnam diplomatic ties. It invites visitors to embark on a journey through time, exploring the natural landscapes and daily life of Vietnam in the 1930-40s, captured beautifully in black-and-white photos and accompanied by heartfelt writings. Nguyen Minh Nhut (L), Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports, and Ukrainian Ambassador to Vietnam Gaman Oleksandr inaugurate the exhibition. Photo: H. Vy / Tuoi Tre Yablonska’s images and documents about Vietnam transport viewers back in time, allowing...

Solo travel is on the rise, with a significant trend among Vietnamese travelers. According to the latest report from the travel website Booking.com , an impressive 75% of Vietnamese are planning to embark on their journeys alone in 2024. Hanoi University’s breathtaking architecture, Photo: Huy Pham In today’s interconnected world, solo travel is more accessible than ever. Rather than being daunting, it presents unique opportunities for personal growth, adventure, and memorable experiences. Coinciding with Single Day, which falls on November 11, Booking.com offers a curated list of destinations in Vietnam ideal for solo explorers, ranging from seasoned adventurers to those taking their first steps into the world of solo travel. Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, stands out as a top choice for solo travelers. As Booking.com suggests, “Hanoi is a paradise for culture seekers.” Solo adventurers can wander through the bustling streets of the Old Quarter, admire the iconic Hoan K...

Leaders of Quang Ninh (Vietnam) and Hokkaido (Japan) provinces presented a memorandum of understanding to organize the Hokkaido Festival in Quang Ninh in 2023. Photo: Viet Anh Hokkaido Festival With the close relationship between the two countries, cultural activities and people-to-people exchanges have become an extremely important foundation. After many practical and effective meetings between the two local governments, Quang Ninh and Hokkaido agreed to organize Hokkaido Festival in Ha Long with the theme “Quang Ninh – Hokkaido: Rich cultural integration” taking place from November 17-19. Within the framework of the Hokkaido Festival in Ha Long, there will be many activities, such as the event to sign a memorandum of cooperation between Quang Ninh and Hokkaido province, Quang Ninh-Japan investment promotion conference in 2023, seminars on green growth agriculture, cultural exchanges, tourism and human resource development, Vietnamese-Japanese culinary space Qua...

The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting reports that all three regions will experience sunny weather with temperatures reaching around 32-33 degrees. In the Southern region, some areas may even exceed 34 degrees. Weather forecast for different regions Northwest region: The weather will be a mix of clouds and sun, with occasional rain during the night. The lowest temperature will range from 22-25 degrees, while the highest temperature will reach 29-32 degrees. Northeast region: The weather will be a combination of clouds and sun, with light rain at night. The lowest temperature ranges from 23-26 degrees, and in some mountainous areas, it may drop below 23 degrees. The highest temperature will vary between 30-33 degrees, with some places exceeding 33 degrees. Thanh Hoa – Thua Thien Hue: Expect a mix of clouds and sun during the day, with showers and thunderstorms possible in some areas during the evening and night. The lowest temperature will range from 23-26 de...

Quynh started to develop her interest in the craft after realizing the beauty of shiny fish scales discarded from the fish she used for cooking. “I started doing this in 2017, at first it was not easy, especially in purchasing the material,” she said.  “People were wary as they did not know what I would do with the discarded and stinky fish scales. “We took time to explain to the restaurants [where we came to buy fish scales] and they turned out to be supportive. “Now we have a stable source of materials.” Pham Nhu Quynh works on a product made from fish scales and other material. Photo: Ngoc Phuong / Tuoi Tre News It requires multiple steps for an artwork to be created from fish scales, including collecting the scales, cleaning and dying them before turning them into floral designs.  Other types of material such as dried flowers, clay, shells, rocks, woods, and more are also added to make decorations. According to Quynh, the hardest part is deodo...

Son, who is also the Editor-in-Chief of Tien Phong (Vanguard) newspaper that runs the contest, made the statement at a press conference on November 4 to unveil the final round of Miss Vietnam 2022 in Ho Chi Minh City. Son emphasised that Miss Vietnam is one of the oldest beauty pageants in the country that honours the natural beauty of Vietnamese women, through a number of other beauty contests in the country accept candidates undergoing plastic surgery. According to Son, through the preliminary rounds, Miss Vietnam 2022 has selected a total of 58 potential candidates to progress to the national final round. The newest feature of Miss Vietnam 2022 is that the contest consists of a judging panel made up of well-known figures who have been part of the contest for the past years, including historian Duong Trung Quoc, Miss Vietnam 1992 Ha Kieu Anh, and anthropologist Prof. Dr. Hoang Tu Hung.  The final round of the pageant will take place in Ho Chi Minh City from November 8 to...

Vietnam is a great choice. As there is a wide selection of educational programs and there is an opportunity to study in English. To enter a university in Vietnam, you need to have secondary education and pass an entrance exam. Higher education is received by studying in colleges and technical institutes. It is better to study science and technology in Ho Chi Minh City, and foreign languages, accounting, business, finance, and information technology in universities in Hanoi. But if you still have some doubts here is the list of 5 reasons why Vietnam is worth considering. 1. High level of education Many universities and colleges in Vietnam offer a wide variety of programs taught in English. The country is working to have more degree programs accredited. For Vietnamese students, it promotes a global learning environment. They can develop the skills necessary for future integration. The development of an international education plan draws foreign students to Vietnam to study. ...

Srinagar : The youth of Jammu and Kashmir are now interested in business instead of being confined to government jobs. Not only this, the youth are now also trying to make their business unique by incorporating new and innovative ideas into their business. Where earlier the business was limited to only young boys, now young girls are also taking a keen interest in it. During the last few years, many women entrepreneurs have emerged from Jammu and Kashmir, especially the Kashmir Valley, who have received a lot of recognition at the local and national levels. A good example of this is Afshana Feroze Khan (25) from Srinagar who makes flower-shaped chocolates. Afshana’s flower-shaped chocolates are quite unique in the market which the buyers are purchasing in droves. This variety of chocolates in the market has made Afshana the first woman entrepreneur in Kashmir to make flower-shaped chocolates. Afshana belongs to the Nishat area in Srinagar. She holds a bachelor’s degree...