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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...

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...

According to the National Center for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting, on August 27, the temperature in the northern region will reach 35-36 degrees, with some areas going over 36 degrees. The relative humidity is expected to be between 60-65%. The Weather Forecast in Different Regions The Northwest: The region will experience cloudy weather with scattered showers and thunderstorms at night. Some areas might also experience tornadoes, lightning, and strong gusts of wind during thunderstorms. The lowest temperature will be between 25-28 degrees, with some places dropping below 24 degrees. The highest temperature will range from 33-36 degrees, with some areas going over 36 degrees. The Northeast: Expect cloudy weather with showers and thunderstorms in the evening and night. The mountainous areas will see scattered showers and thunderstorms. Similar to the Northwest, tornadoes, lightning, and strong gusts of wind are possible during thunderstorms. The lowest temperature will be be...

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 ...