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The Art of Glass Noodle Making in Tan Hoa Commune, Hanoi The residents of Tan Hoa Commune, in Hanoi’s Quoc Oai District, have honed their glass noodle-making tradition over generations, with the craft being passed down from one generation to the next. The exact origins of this tradition may be unclear, but the village elders believe that the name “So Village’s Glass Noodles” is derived from So, known for its historic communal house, one of the most renowned in the area. Reviving an Ancient Tradition The art of making glass noodles in So Village has been practiced for decades. Photo: Phuong Nga/The Hanoi Times Nestled approximately 20 kilometers from the heart of Hanoi, So Village is enveloped by four mountains: Long (Dragon), Ly (Unicorn), Quy (Turtle), and Phuong (Phoenix). This picturesque setting is enhanced by lush green trees, and nature has blessed the village with a source of clear, sweet water. This pristine water is a key contributor to the remarkable whitene...

During the drawing ceremony, three lucky winners – Grazia Di Stefano, Gullo Massimo Edil Guido, and Nguyen Thi Thuy Dung – were announced as the recipients of round-trip tickets from Vietnam Airlines. The lottery draw was a part of the Vietnamese Tourism Promotion Program in Milan, which was launched on November 24th to showcase the country’s charm in Milan, enhance tourism cooperation, and foster cultural exchanges between Vietnam and Italy. The program featured various captivating images of Vietnam displayed in prominent locations across Milan, aiming to introduce popular destinations, unique culinary delights, and the diverse cultural identities of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups to the local population. In line with this initiative, train cars in Milan were adorned with vibrant photographs of Vietnam to provide Italians with a deeper appreciation of the country’s natural beauty and cultural diversity. A range of tourism promotion activities were also organized in Milan to commemor...

The seventh annual event will be open to the public and is set to welcome all spectators to enjoy vibrant and stylish music, according to details given by the organisers. Various famous artists from different music genres both in Vietnam and worldwide, such as hip-hop artist Adrienne Mack-Davis and DJ 32french from the United States, along with Vietnamese popular singers like Da LAB, Vo Ha Tram, and the Wall band, will deliver spectacular performances for audiences. This year, a total of 38 social organizations, enterprises, and youth clubs from across the country have registered to make BridgeFest happen, with a primary focus on resolving social problems relating to the environment, education, health care, culture, sexual and gender identity, people suffering from disabilities, and women and children towards a better future. Foreign ambassadors, including Marc Knapper of the United States, and representatives of many international organizations are to visit booths from 5:30 p.m. ...

In the 2022 VBA, Gibbs played a crucial role in helping Saigon Heat win their third consecutive championship. This is his second season in Vietnam, but instead of staying with Saigon Heat to defend the title, the talented defender and Finals MVP of 2022 has joined the Nha Trang Dolphins. The departure of their star player to a rival team initially disappointed Saigon Heat fans. However, upon seeing Gibbs in his new jersey, many supporters still expressed their admiration for the experienced player. Madarious Gibbs (R) and a Saigon Heat fan at the 2023 VBA. Photo: VBA “No matter which team Madarious Gibbs is on, I will cheer for him,” said Saigon Heat fan Nguyen Thanh Thuy. On the other hand, facing his former team presented its own challenges for Gibbs. In addition to the support from the stands, he received special attention from his former teammates. Madarious Gibbs performs a free throw in the match against the Saigon Heat. Photo: VBA As the 2023 VBA...

Ambassador Vuyiswa Tulelo said, in the economic field, the two countries can strengthen cooperation in coal import and export. South Africa is rich in natural resources, with up to 50 billion tons of coal reserves, which is a potential source of supply for Vietnam to serve its development requirements and goals. In the field of education, through educational exchanges, students of the two countries not only share knowledge but also enhance mutual understanding. Vietnam and South Africa have many similarities in culture, therefore, heritage introduction activities benefit the promotion of bilateral relations. According to the South African ambassador, the people-to-people relations between Vietnam and South Africa are positively developing. The South African community shows deep sentiment toward Vietnam, considering Vietnam as their second home. An increasing number of South Africans are coming to Vietnam to work and live, laying an important basis for promoting people-to-people exc...

The event welcomed Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, VUFO President, Nguyen Truong Giang, Vice Chairman of the Law Committee of the National Assembly of Vietnam, Chairman of the Vietnam – Pakistan Friendship Parliamentary Group, Samina Mehtab, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Pakistan to Vietnam, Nguyen Trong Kien, Director General of Department of Southeast Asia – South Asia – South Pacific, Party’s Commission for External Relations, together with representatives of ministries, departments, and the embassy of Pakistan to Vietnam. Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, President of VUFO delivered a speech at the event. In her remark, Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, VUFO’s President, said since the establishment of diplomatic relations 50 years ago, Pakistan has always been a close and reliable partner of Vietnam. The Vietnam – Pakistan relationship has achieved encouraging results, contributing to each country’s prosperous development, and enhancing their position in the...

“Dr. Lan has been at the forefront of protecting the rights of filmmakers in Vietnam,” said Belinda Lui, president and managing director of the Asia-Pacific region of Motion Picture Association. “We are honoured to recognize the significant contribution Dr. Lan has made to strengthening copyright during her tenure in various leadership roles in government and industry. Over the years, Dr. Lan has initiated numerous knowledge exchange programs, in Vietnam and at film events around the world. Her efforts have helped to build a healthy and sustainable film and television industry in Vietnam that is increasingly competitive on the world stage,” Lui noted. Dr. Lan received her Ph.D. in History of Culture and Art at the Institute of Culture and Information in the capital in 2005. She then founded the VFDA in 2019 and was subsequently elected as head of the agency. In addition, she was formerly the director of the Vietnam Cinema Department under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism...

Portugal coach Fernando Santos had benched the country’s all-time top scorer Cristiano Ronaldo, tasking Benfica forward Ramos with leading the line despite the 21-year-old making his debut just three days before the World Cup in a friendly. Ramos had played only 10 minutes as a substitute in Qatar but the youngster looked like he belonged on the big stage with a memorable performance for Portugal, who did not miss Ronaldo – a late substitute who had a goal ruled out for offside. “Cristiano Ronaldo talks to me and everyone in the team. He’s our leader and always tries to help,” Ramos said after netting the first hat-trick of the tournament in Qatar. “I don’t know if I will start the next game, that’s up to the coach, I have to work as hard as I can and then we’ll see.” After a tepid start, the game came to life when Ramos opened the scoring in the 17th minute by picking up Joao Felix’s incisive pass before blasting the ball into the top corner from a tight angle to put the Portugue...

From Baghdad to Casablanca, fans cheered as Morocco became the first Arabic-speaking country to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup in Qatar, the first held in an Arab country. They won 3-0 on penalties after a 0-0 draw following extra time. In Rabat, where fans had crowded cafes for hours beforehand to watch the game, people jammed downtown roads leading to a square where fans had partied after previous Morocco victories, flags waving from their windows and horns furiously sounding. “It’s the first time I had this feeling!” said Fahd Belbachir, on his way to the city centre. “We’re so proud.” Leaders from across the Arab world showered praise on the Moroccan side. “Congratulations to the Atlas lions, you delighted us. Wow Morocco, you did it again!”, Queen Rania of Jordan wrote on Twitter. Soccer Football – FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 – Round of 16 – Morocco v Spain – Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar – December 6, 2022 Morocco’s Abde Ezzalzouli celeb...

The library brings people together and lets them listen to life stories, meaning it allows library-goers to borrow people instead of books. Yen and her partners have implemented the “Human-borrowing library” project for nearly two years in an online manner to enable many people anywhere to join it. “During my long journey of looking for ways to change myself, I realize my scar makes me unique. Everyone is unique, so judgment on or comparison with someone is nonsense,” said Le Hai Yen. People have their own “scars” The majority of volunteers selected as a ‘human book’ to tell their life stories are facing different challenges and hardships. Many were victims of prejudice, but have overcome it to enjoy life. “People chosen as a ‘human book’ are not necessarily successful ones. I always encourage those who are suffering discrimination, losses and difficulties to speak out and express their opinions as their stories are worth listening to,” Hai Yen said. As such, the storytellers a...

Located on Vo Chi Cong Street (Tay Ho District, Hanoi), Ta Thi Thu Hien’s passenger car chicken pho restaurant has impressed many diners. Photo: recepes.latimes Hien, the shop owner, said: “My husband is a car enthusiast. After learning about the food truck business model, we applied this idea with pho – a traditional Vietnamese dish.” The truck was purchased for USD 4020.93. In order to have electricity for lighting, Hien’s husband also bought a car next to it to connect the battery and conduct electricity. This pho truck is only open in the morning, so Hien has to get up at 4 a.m. to prepare the broth and the ingredients. According to her, on average, she sells 25-30 kg of pho noodles every day. The chicken thighs, wings, ribs, and legs are all de-boned. The shop only uses Dong Tao chicken to cook pho. Photo: monngon 247 According to Hien, to make a delicious bowl of pho, she must carefully prepare the ingredients before she cooks. She only chooses Dong Tao...