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Hanoi’s August Revolution Square resonated with the timeless tunes of the legendary Swedish band ABBA during a captivating one-and-a-half-hour concert on October 12. The music band “Arrival from Sweden” took the stage, performing ABBA’s immortal songs and transporting the audience back in time to the glorious days of disco. The lively set list included iconic songs such as “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!,” “Money, Money, Money,” “Fernando,” and, of course, the unforgettable “Mamma Mia.” Swedish singers dazzled the audience in traditional Vietnamese áo dài. Photo: Swedish Embassy in Vietnam One of the concert’s most memorable moments came when foreign singers took to the stage in elegant áo dài to perform ABBA’s classic “Dancing Queen,” accompanied by a performance from the Vietnam Ao Dai Heritage Club. The audience, particularly the youth of Hanoi, enthusiastically applauded and cheered throughout the performance. Local musician Giang Son shared her excitement, stating that ABBA...

Organizers decided to double the servings to accommodate the influx of festival-goers. The Vietnam Pho Festival 2024 commenced in Seoul on Saturday, introducing culinary enthusiasts to the unique flavors of Vietnam’s iconic national dish. The festival is a collaborative effort between the Embassy of Vietnam in South Korea, Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper, and Saigontourist Group, under the guidance of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City. On Sunday morning, a large crowd gathered at Pie Factory, 441 Gwangnaru-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, eager to indulge in the symbolic Vietnamese pho . Vendors at the Vietnam ‘Pho’ Festival 2024 in Seoul increased their servings to match the surge in visitors on the event’s second day, October 6, 2024. Huynh Nhu, a Vietnamese student in South Korea, shared that she returned to the festival on Sunday after an enjoyable experience the day before. “The Vietnam Pho Festival 2024 is a special ev...

According to Tien Phong (Vanguard) newspaper, the cost of a standard meal provided to the team of eight athletes is VND800,000 (US$33). However, the meal consists exclusively of fried tofu, braised basa fish, fried spring rolls, boiled vegetables, and tomato soup. According to the athletes who spoke to Tien Phong, they often had to purchase additional food themselves to supplement the insufficient portions provided, in order to maintain their energy levels for training. Upon the receipt of their allowances, a portion of it had to be allocated to their coaches. Following the report, the SAV has initiated investigations to validate and obtain further clarification on the information provided in the news coverage. As part of this process, they conducted organized meetings with relevant agencies. After a meeting held on Tuesday, the officials of the Sports Administration of Viet Nam (SAV) have made an important announcement regarding the relocation of the national youth table tennis t...

The Weather Forecast in Different Regions In the northwest region, the weather forecast predicts a mix of clouds and sunshine during the day, with light rain in the afternoon. The lowest temperature will range from 21 to 24 degrees, with some areas experiencing temperatures below 20 degrees. The highest temperature will range from 26 to 29 degrees, with some areas reaching above 29 degrees. In the northeast region, the weather forecast predicts cloudy skies with afternoon and evening rain, along with scattered thunderstorms. During thunderstorms, there is a possibility of tornadoes, lightning, and strong winds. The lowest temperature is expected to be between 21 and 24 degrees, with mountainous areas experiencing temperatures below 20 degrees. The highest temperature will range from 26 to 29 degrees, with some areas reaching above 29 degrees. The weather forecast for Thanh Hoa and Thua Thien Hue is cloudy, with locally moderate to heavy rain in the region. During thunderstorms, ...

On October 11, the Authority of Broadcasting and Electronic Information coordinated with VnExpress Newspaper, FPT Online Services Joint Stock Company, and TikTok Vietnam to organize the launching program of a media campaign to raise awareness of internet users in Vietnam called “News”. The campaign aims to create a healthy playing field, encourage internet users in Vietnam to be creative, produce positive content, and bring value to the community. It also honors content creators and those who work in media, creating a meeting space for those involved in the process of publishing information in cyberspace to share experiences, responsibilities, and professional ethics. The campaign will begin in October-November 2023, including two main activities: the “Anti-Fake News” content creation contest and the Tinternet – Enhancing Internet Culture in Vietnam. “Anti Fake News” content creation contest is jointly organized by the Authority of Broadcasting and Electronic Information, VnEx...

The event was organized by the Vietnam-France Friendship Association in Hanoi on September 23 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties and the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the bilateral strategic partnership. Vice President of the association, Nguyen Thai Dung, stated that the forum provided an opportunity for businesses to explore potential tourism in both Vietnam and France, as well as exchange tourism products. Obstacles to tourism development were also discussed, with the aim of helping the two countries develop policies to improve the situation and promote tourism cooperation, according to Dung. Le Ba Dung, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi Tourism Association, highlighted that Vietnam and Hanoi in particular have become a popular destination for French tourists. He suggested enhancing cooperation between travel partners and airlines to fully leverage the potential and advantages in this regard. Le Thuy Nhung, a representative from Vietravel...