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It is an uncommon daily routine among the elderly population in Vietnam. Vu Quy Hien, 65, and his entire family share a love for sports. This deep appreciation for sports comes from his father, Vu Ngoc Lau, 94. The swimmers at Rach Mieu Swimming Pool in Phu Nhuan District witness this man take a dip every day. It was Lau who inspired his family members to engage in physical activity. Lau happily shared that he swims around 500-700 meters in a large pool each day. Sporting spirit spreads among family members “My father became my inspiration for swimming. His children and grandchildren see him as a role model for a healthy lifestyle,” Hien said. “We often spend time swimming, cycling, and jogging together to improve our health and make our lives more meaningful.” Thanks to his swimming routine, this elderly man is in good health, according to his son. “My father is capable of performing daily activities such as eating, sleeping, and personal hygiene,” Hien proudly stated. Init...

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The prestigious Awards Ceremony for the World Flower Council Summit 2023 (WFCS) was held on the evening of September 11th. Taking place at Da Lat University in Da Lat, famously known as the City of Flowers, this event took place in Vietnam’s Central Highlands province of Lam Dong.  The flower-themed fashion show at the World Flower Council Summit 2023. Photos: VNA The event will feature a captivating flower-themed fashion show showcasing 34 exquisite outfits crafted from fresh flowers. The works of the host country Vietnam have received high praise, particularly for a costume that artfully combines flowers with traditional straw and bamboo materials. Other notable creations include a flower dress adorned with iconic patterns inspired by the Vietnamese Lac bird on the Dong Son drum. During the competition, the Vietnamese team achieved remarkable success in the WFC Championship Cup category, with Nguyen Chi Thai receiving the prestigious gold award and Ngo Hau earning...

The results are revealed by the number of villages that meet the criteria for new-style rural development and improve livelihoods. By the first quarter of 2023, all 382 communes in the city have met the standards for rural development, making it the highest number of commune-level administrative units to meet national criteria. Meanwhile, the livelihoods of farmers have been steadily improving, with rural residents earning a per capita income of over VND54 million (US$2,300) per year. In addition, the suburbs of Hanoi have seen the construction of many schools, roads, and public welfare facilities. The eye-catching colorful murals of Dong Xuan Primary School, Quoc Oai District, Hanoi. Part of Vong Xuyen Commune, Phuc Tho District, met the criteria of beautiful, green, clean, and environmental protection. The modern appearance of Dong Am Village Cultural Center, Phu Man Commune, Quoc Oai District. Growing pomelos brings sig...

The events included an international exhibit and workshops presenting paintings by Vietnamese children as well as those by their friends from 20 other countries. They also featured a collection by young artist Thao Nguyen of Hoi An ancient town. This is part of the Toucher Arts project, which comprises a series of concerts, exhibitions, and workshops on Vietnamese culture at schools in France from June 20 to July 3, marking the 50 years of diplomatic relations and the 10 years of strategic partnership between Vietnam and France. Hosted by Art Space Association, in cooperation with the Vietnam Bretagne Sud Association and APPEL Lorient Association, Toucher Arts contributes to spreading Vietnamese culture to the world and also raising funds to help disadvantaged children and those with disabilities in Vietnam. The project also organized events at three primary schools and a high school in Nantes and Saint Herblain cities from June 19-23, offering opportunities for Fren...

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