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The Australian pyrotechnic team kicked off the evening with a stunning and captivating pyrotechnic performance. It is predicted to be a top contender for this year’s festival championship title. With an astonishing combination of dazzling fireworks and electrifying dance music, the mesmerizing performance captivated and exhilarated the audience. One of the standout elements of the performance was the breathtaking lighting effects, which added a special and spectacular touch to the event. Nguyen Van Hung, a resident of Da Nang, praised the special performance by the Australian team and expressed his belief that they deserved to win the trophy at this year’s festival. “Sound and lighting effects were consistently used throughout the performance, creating numerous overwhelming moments for the audience,” Hung commented approvingly. Meanwhile, the performance of the Italian pyrotechnic team was somewhat subdued. The team gained recognition by creating unique highlights and utilizing

One year later, Vietnam’s capital has experienced a significant improvement, jumping 19 spots to 129th out of 173 cities in the latest Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU) liveability rankings. The vibrant city of Hanoi has experienced a remarkable transformation, propelling it to become one of the world’s most livable cities in 2023. Boasting a strong sense of community, the city’s friendly residents and their unwavering support have played a pivotal role in Hanoi’s recovery and growth. Hanoi’s rich heritage and traditional values, which date back centuries, have been preserved and celebrated, adding to the city’s charm and appeal. Additionally, Hanoi’s cuisine, renowned for its unique flavors and diverse range of dishes, has further enhanced its reputation as a must-visit destination. This combination of factors has contributed to Hanoi’s ascent in the global livability rankings, solidifying its position as a captivating and thriving city.  The daily life of Hanoians in the O

France and Italy, by defeating strong opponents, have secured the highest scores and will compete for the title on the final night of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2023. The festival is themed ‘The World Without Distance’ and Ngo Thi Kim Yen, the vice chairwoman of the Da Nang municipal administration and head of the organizing board, has announced that the prize value has been doubled for this year’s winners. The champions will receive a prize of US$20,000 and the runners-up will be awarded a US$10,000 prize. Eight teams from Vietnam, Finland, Canada, France, Australia, Italy, Poland, and the UK have participated in DIFF 2023. Yen admits that it was a difficult task to select the two best teams for the final night due to the exceptional performances of all the participants. However, France and Italy stood out with their impressive displays, thus earning their spot in the final night Vietnam Television’s channel 1 (VTV1) will broadcast the final night of D

The Duy Tan University is ranked 514 in the QS World University Rankings 2024. The Ton Duc Thang University is placed in the range of 721-730, while the Vietnam National University (VNU) – Hanoi and VNU – Ho Chi Minh City are in the range of 951-1000. The Hanoi University of Science and Technology is categorized as 1201-1400. The QS World University Rankings 2024 includes a total of 1,499 universities from 104 countries and territories. Out of these, 83 universities are entering the list for the first time. Malaysia has the highest number of ranked universities in Southeast Asia, with 28 universities. Indonesia follows with 26, Thailand has 13, Vietnam has 5, the Philippines has 5, Singapore has 4, and Brunei has 2. Singapore, despite having only four universities on the list, is still considered a leading position in the region with two universities named in the top 30 in the world. Duy Tan University Duy Tan University is located in Da Nang, Vietnam. It is the first and larges

Deputy PM Ha meets with Prince Jaime de Bourbon de Parme, Climate Envoy of the Netherlands. Source: VOV Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha and Dutch Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management Mark Harbers recently co-chaired the eighth meeting of the Vietnam-Netherlands Inter-Governmental Committee on climate change adaptation and water management in The Hague, as reported by VOV. The meeting aimed to address the pressing issues regarding climate change and water management, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between Vietnam and the Netherlands. This joint effort signifies the commitment of both nations to find innovative solutions and implement effective measures in mitigating the adverse effects of climate change and managing water resources. Deputy Prime Minister Ha expressed his happiness at the encouraging progress achieved in the bilateral relations, particularly in the strategic partnership focused on climate change adaptation and water management. S

The representatives of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) and the Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons (VNOSMP) held the 161st repatriation ceremony on June 27, handing over the remains thought to be associated with a US servicemember missing in action (MIA) from the war in Vietnam at the Danang International Airport in Danang City. The ceremony was hosted by US Consulate General Susan Burns and VNOSMP Director Le Cong Tien, with the attendance of dignitaries from the US Embassy in Hanoi, Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), and other embassies. (Photo: American Center Ho Chi Minh City) At the ceremony, the VNOSMP side handed over one set of remains to the DPAA , representing the result of the 151st joint field activity (JFA) from recovery operations in Nghe An, Quang Binh, and off the coast of Khanh Hoa Province. The 151st JFA started in mid-May and will conclude at the end of July of this year. Vietnamese and U.S. forensic specialists examined the rem

The spinning tops of the Tay ethnic minority are crafted from various types of wood such as ironwood, guava, and grapefruit trees. These tops feature a unique design with a round and squat body, and a sharp point at the bottom that allows them to spin effortlessly. Tay women have a unique technique for spinning tops using a fiber cord made from jute or flax. They tightly wrap the cord around either the upper or lower part of the top. This allows them to throw the top down and simultaneously pull the cord, causing the top to spin on the ground. Nong Thi Huong, a Tay woman from Luc Yen district, fondly reminisces about her experience playing top since she was in grade 6 or 7. She would always carry it with her in her schoolbag or hang it on her belt. Sometimes, she would play it enthusiastically with her friends, even though she would occasionally get scolded by her parents. She admits that this game is incredibly addictive, as the more she played it, the more she fell in love with i

Vietnamese female students studied Veterinary Medicine at the University of Havana in the 1967-1968 years. Photo: Ky uc Cuba/Facebook page 73-year-old Phuong Song Lien, a member of the club of Vietnamese alumni once studied in Cuba, recalled the time in the fall of 1967, at the age of 17, she boarded a ship to go to Cuba to study Veterinary Medicine at La Habana University. After nearly a month, she arrived in Cuba. Since then, she had lived a vibrant, carefree and liberal Latin life, welcomed by the Cuban people with open arms, ready to teach all the students the knowledge and profession that Vietnam needs. What Lien treasures most is the love and affection of Cuban people for Vietnamese students. Despite many difficulties and deprivations due to the encirclement and embargo policies against their country, Cubans still save, give rice and share clothes, giving Vietnamese students the best conditions to study and live. She remembers the concern of Mrs. Margos, the repre

The grand opening ceremony of the festival was graced by the presence of esteemed guests such as Vietnamese State President Vo Van Thuong, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha, and several other prominent officials. This image shows Vietnamese State President Vo Van Thuong attending the launch ceremony of the Grape-Wine Festival in Ninh Thuan Province on June 15, 2023. The photo was taken by Duy Ngoc for Tuoi Tre. Vietnamese State President Vo Van Thuong attends the launch ceremony of the Grape –Wine Festival in Ninh Thuan Province, June 15, 2023. Photo: Duy Ngoc / Tuoi Tre Speaking at the event, Deputy PM Ha praised the diligence and non-stop efforts of Ninh Thuan farmers in growing several varieties of grapes. He emphasized that their hard work has played a significant role in transforming the province into a popular tourist destination. Products made from grapes such as wine and syrup not only contribute to the local economy, but also help diversify the range of touris