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The ASEAN Championship 2024 has been rescheduled, with the tournament now taking place from December 8, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This change was implemented by the AFF to accommodate several national teams and their players who are involved in other prestigious football competitions. The AFF tournament usually captures the hearts of football enthusiasts across the region, and this year promises to be no different with ten teams vying for the championship title. The teams have been divided into two groups, with Group A comprising Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, and either Brunei or Timor-Leste. Vietnam finds itself in Group B, alongside Indonesia, the Philippines, Myanmar, and Laos. Each group will witness a round-robin format, with teams playing each other home and away, ensuring a thrilling display of football talent and tactical prowess. The top two teams from each group will then advance to the knockout stages, which will consist of semi-finals and finals played over two...

Art enthusiasts in the city will have the chance to view painter Do Duc’s seventh solo exhibition, “Borderland Scenery,” at the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum (VNFAM) until September 15. The exhibition features over 50 of his latest oil paintings, promising an emotionally rich artistic experience. The painting “Highland Market” by Do Duc captures the vibrant scene of a market in the highlands. Capturing the Majestic Landscapes and Culture of Vietnam’s Northwest Do Duc’s exhibition makes a comeback this year, a decade after his last solo show. Celebrating two decades of dedication to oil painting, the artist presents “Borderland Scenery,” showcasing more than 50 artworks. Through these pieces, he masterfully portrays the beauty of stones and mountains, overcoming the technical challenges of the medium. The Northwest Region, Viet Bac Military Zone, and Dong Van Karst Plateau inspire his art, as seen in paintings like ‘Sunshine on Hong Ngai Range’ and ‘Early Highland M...

With the Mid-Autumn Festival just around the corner, falling on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, Hang Ma Street in Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem District is already abuzz with excitement. A week before the festival (September 17), the street is bustling with visitors eager to immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere and shop for themed treats. As the highly anticipated festival draws near, Hang Ma Street transforms into a vibrant hub of colorful toys and festive home decor. The shops along the street are a hive of activity, with a plethora of colorful toys and festive decorations on display, creating a cheerful ambiance. During the festival, both locals and visitors alike flock to picturesque spots to capture memorable moments of this vibrant annual celebration. Families with young children are a heartwarming sight, as parents hold their little ones in their arms to ensure they have the best view of the bustling street and festive de...

The fourth Cultural Festival of Ethnic Groups in Central Vietnam 2023 concluded in Binh Dinh on September 10, featuring diverse cultural and sports activities, according to VOV. The Central Ethnic Culture Festival 2023 aims to preserve and promote the cultural essence of the Central region’s ethnic groups within Vietnam’s diverse 54-ethnic community. The festival plays a pivotal role in advancing Vietnamese culture, uniting its people, and contributing to sustainable development. Over 800 artisans, athletes, and performers from 11 teams participated in the festival, which included activities such as art festivals, traditional costume shows, local festival performances, cultural exhibitions, culinary showcases, sports activities, folk games, and tourism activities. Artist troupe from Thua Thien Hue province performs a dance performance. Source: baodantoc.vn For the first time, a tourism presentation was included in the competition, allowing ethnic minority tour gui...

According to VNA, the founding congress of the Vietnamese Women Federation (VWF) in Europe was attended by nearly 400 women representing Vietnamese women’s associations in nearly 20 European countries. The congress took place in Prague, the Czech Republic on September 9. Executive Committee of the Vietnamese Women Federation in Europe and guests. Photo: Tuan Hoang During the congress, the participants discussed the federation’s operation orientations for the next five years. They also focused on measures to support the establishment of organizations for Vietnamese women in countries where such organizations do not exist. Additionally, they discussed how to assist member organizations in developing their own operational plans. The attendees also shared ideas on supporting poor women and orphans in both Vietnam and European countries. A 43-member standing board of the federation was elected during the congress. Nguyen Viet Trieu, the president of the Vietnamese Women’s Ass...

Attending the Vietnamese Festival in Yokohama, the capital city of Kanagawa prefecture of Japan, offered the Japanese people unforgettable experiences. They had the opportunity to engage in traditional activities such as painting Dong Ho folk paintings, creating “to he” (traditional rice powder toy figurines), and witnessing water puppet performances. These cultural interactions left a lasting impression on all those who participated in the festival. The Vietnam Festival in Kanagawa 2023, scheduled for September 9-10, aims to provide Japanese people with a unique cultural experience of Vietnam. The event features captivating art performances, including puppet shows performed by the talented artists of the Vietnam Puppet Theater. Attendees will also have the opportunity to enjoy mesmerizing ethnic music and dance performances, featuring the enchanting Quan Ho folk songs of Bac Ninh, a UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage. Japanese people enjoy unique Vietnamese art ...

Post office buildings in the United States display a diverse range of architectural styles, from classical characteristics to the unique charm of vernacular design. While often overlooked by visitors, these post offices hold great historical significance. Next time you visit the United States, take a moment to appreciate the role of local post offices and compare them to these five magnificent examples from across the country. Frontenac, New York One of the many small islands on the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario, Round Island was once home to the luxurious New Frontenac Hotel. Although the hotel was destroyed by fire in 1911, its boat-accessible post office still remains. The exact opening date of the Frontenac Post Office is unknown, but it is believed to have opened sometime between 1878 and 1890. This architectural gem is a must-see for anyone interested in stunning designs, just like the most beautiful mansion in New York—and every other state. Charleston, Sou...

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 12) notable headlines US President Biden thanks Vietnam for their warm welcome HCM City promotes cooperation with French partners Vietnam-Saudi Arabia Business Forum opens in Hanoi Petrol prices kept unchanged, oil prices up in latest adjustment Enterovirus, adenovirus identified as cause of pink eye in HCM City Vietnam completing procedures to export durian to India: Official Vietjet, US’s Carlyle sign MoU for aircraft funding Vietnam, RoK cooperate to streamline customs procedures Vietnam, US issue Joint Leaders’ Statement President Joe Biden uploads a post on his Twitter account, sharing photos of the welcome ceremony held by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong for him at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi. US President Biden thanks Vietnam for their warm welcome “Thank you for the warm welcome, Vietnam. I know this will be a historic visit,” said United States President Joe Biden in a post on his Twitter account late on Se...