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The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting reports that cold air is affecting various areas in the North Central and Northwest regions, along with other regions. Inland areas are experiencing a gradual strengthening of the northeast winds to level 3, while coastal areas are facing winds of level 4-5. In the Northeast region, including Hoa Binh, Lao Cai, and Yen Bai, the weather remains very cold, particularly in the mountainous areas. These cold conditions are expected to persist until the weekend. During this cold wave, the temperatures commonly reach lows of 10-13 degrees in the Northeast region, and even drop below 5 degrees in some high mountain areas. In the North Central region, the temperatures range from 13-16 degrees. The North and North Central regions are also experiencing light rain. The weather forecast in different regions Northwest region: The weather forecast predicts cloudy and rainy conditions, which can adversely affect people’s health. The lowe...

Mai Phuong has been ranked first in Pageanthology’s Post-Arrival Top 12, surpassing several strong rivals to secure the top spot. The Top 5 contestants in Pageanthology’s list include representatives from England, Spain, Turkey, and Thailand. Prior to this, Mai Phuong was also named among the Top 25 in the Head To Head Challenge, alongside other representatives from Asian countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, the Philippines, Thailand, and India. Unfortunately, Phuong did not make it to the Top 5 in the category. The 71st Miss World pageant is currently taking place in New Delhi and Mumbai, with approximately 130 contestants vying for the crown. The grand finale is scheduled to be held on March 9 in Mumbai. Measuring 1.70 meters in height and with measurements of 82-63-92 cm, the 23-year-old Phuong works as an emcee, making appearances on various television programs. Over the years, Vietnamese representatives have achieved notable success at the Miss World pageant. Luong...

Organized by the ruling Mongolian People’s Party (MPP), the gathering united 47 delegates from 18 political parties across 12 Asian nations, alongside approximately 100 young Mongolian representatives. This event built upon the success of the previous ICAPP Youth Wing Meeting and the 7th ICAPP Women’s Wing Meeting held in Mongolia last August, as reported by Vietnamnet. The discussions primarily revolved around the opportunities and challenges that youth encounter in engaging with national parliaments and political activities. Delegates shared practical solutions and experiences to encourage youth participation in social and political life, emphasizing areas such as training support, access to finance and healthcare, job creation, and entrepreneurship opportunities. Furthermore, they highlighted the crucial role of youth leadership in science, technology, innovation, and creativity. Scene of the opening session of the 6th ICAPP Media Forum. (Photo: VNA) The event conclud...

Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth of Mauritius (Photo credit: DD News). Image Credit: ANI In a virtual address at the inauguration of multiple development projects commissioned with assistance from all-weather ally India, Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth on Thursday said the event marks a new chapter in the relationship between the two countries, reflecting the mutual commitment to shared development goals while upholding sovereignty and territorial integrity. “Today marks a new chapter in the history of the Republic of Mauritius, especially that of Agalega, and of the Mauritius-India Special Partnership,” PM Jugnauth said. Addressing fellow Mauritians in their native language, Jugnauth assured continued efforts to address delays in projects while dispelling rumors of a foreign military base in Agalega, reaffirming Mauritian sovereignty over the islands. “As we say, when there is a will, there is a solution. I am giving you the assurance that we will continue all our ...

The initiative with Philippine Airlines, the Philippines’ flag carrier and sole full-service network airline, is aligned with Traveloka’s commitment to strengthening tourism growth in the Philippines and in the Southeast Asia Region. This strategic cooperation is formalized in a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Traveloka and Philippine Airlines that was signed in Manila on Tuesday, 28 February 2023. The MoU was signed by Iko Putera, CEO of Transport Traveloka and Captain Stanley K. Ng, President & COO of Philippine Airlines. Based on the data from the Philippines Department of Tourism, around 83,000 tourists visited the Philippines from the Southeast Asian region during the early pandemic of 2020, a dramatic drop from the over 526 thousand in 2019 due to global border restrictions. However, by the end of 2022, in line with efforts to recover the economy and tourism sector, the number of Southeast Asian visitors heading to the Philippines reached 188,000 travelers, i...

Politburo member Vo Van Thuong sworn in as State President.Photo: Nhandan Politburo member and permanent member of the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee Vo Van Thuong pledged to defend national sovereignty and territorial integrity after he was elected at an extraordinary session of the National Assembly in Hanoi on March 2 with 97% of votes in favour, according to the VOV. Thuong, 53, vowed to be loyal to the Vietnamese Fatherland and people, as well as the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. “I will do his utmost to successfully fulfill the tasks assigned by the Party, State and people,” said the newly elected State President at the swearing-in ceremony. In his address to the National Assembly session, Thuong said he deeply grasps the Party’s viewpoint of placing the people at the centre of decision making to protect their legitimate interests. He showed a strong resolve to resolutely fight against corruption and negativity, synchronously perfe...

The bonuses, which are the biggest rewards ever offered in Vietnam’s sports history, result from a deal signed by the Vietnam Olympic Committee (VOC) and a strategic partner of the International Sports Funding & Support Association (ISF) in South Korea that will sponsor the entire amount. As per the agreement, some key Vietnamese athletes and teams will go to South Korea for training. Dang Ha Viet, general director of the General Sports Administration of Vietnam under the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, affirmed the ISF support will create a ‘golden’ chance for Vietnam to elevate its rankings in the regional, continental, and global arenas. The 2024 Summer Olympics are scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11, 2024 with Paris as its main host city alongside 16 other French cities. At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics held in Japan in 2021, Vietnam’s sports authorities had announced rewards worth VND1.85 billion ($79,000), VND1.02 billion ($43,500), and V...

Representative Image. (Photo credit – Reuters) Over five dozen protesters gathered outside a building housing a Chinese ‘police station’ accused of spying on dissidents in the Chinese community in New York, The New York Post reported. On Saturday, the protesters gathered outside 107 East Broadway where the ChangLe Association Inc, a non-profit which operates a “service station” above the noodle shop. One of the protesters, Toni Cai said, “It’s a very serious problem in the Chinese community,” adding that CCP has coerced people from China severely and has a large influence on them in the state, through American and Asian-American politicians. Dozens of demonstrators protested outside a Chinatown building housing a foreign police station accused of harassing and spying on Chinese nationals in the city, reported The New York Post. Cai is a pro-democracy activist imprisoned by the Chinese Communist Party twice in China for promoting free speech. He immigrated to the US in ...

At a workshop held by Dai Tin F&B in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1 ahead of the occasion, a small group of attendees were given ingredients and shown how to bake by a professional. Attendees learn to bake Craquelin at a workshop in Ho Chi Minh City on the occasion of Valentine’s Day in 2023. Photo: Ngoc Phuong / Tuoi Tre News Baker Dang Que Ngan shows attendees how to bake at a workshop in Ho Chi Minh City on the occasion of Valentine’s Day in 2023. Photo: Ngoc Phuong / Tuoi Tre News With a fee of VND120,000 (US$5), attendees can bring their cake or pastry home after the workshop. According to baker Dang Que Ngan, each type of cake requires a different amount of time and effort. “For example, it normally takes around an hour to make our Valentine Craquelin,” Ngan said.  “Bakers need to pay attention to adjusting the oven to the proper temperature not to ruin the crust.” An attendee decorates Valentine Craquelin puffs at a baking...