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Video from ASEAN-Korea Center Spotlights Tourist Attractions in Hanoi

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The Hanoi Opera House, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, and Hanoi Museum are highlighted in a video created by the ASEAN-Korea Center. Please click here to watch the video. Experience the enchanting beauty of Vietnam with our Cultural and Architectural Tour. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Hanoi, a capital city boasting over a thousand years of heritage. Explore the magnificent architecture, indulge in delicious cuisine, and witness the unique lifestyle of this captivating city. Discover the wonders of Ninh Binh, often referred to as the “Ha Long Bay on land”. Marvel at the stunning landscapes and impressive rock formations that rival the renowned Ha Long Bay itself. Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of this northern province and experience its distinct charm. Embark on a journey that will take you through the heart of Vietnamese culture and architecture. Let us show you the sights, sounds, and tastes that make Vietnam a truly unforgettable destination. Boo...

Youth of Hanoi Embrace Traditional Folk Music

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On a Saturday night in October, the Quan Ho Bac Ninh folk singing class of the Cheo 48h Club at the Quan Nhan Community House in Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi, is bustling with activity. Inspiring young people The young Lien Anh and Lien Chi or singers of the Quan Ho Folk Singing of the Cheo 48h Club. Photo: Cheo 48h Club Wearing traditional silk tunics, raven-beak scarves, and flat palm hats, nearly 20 young people in their 20s skillfully perform “Nguoi oi nguoi o dung ve” (Guest, Please! Don’t rush home), one of the most popular Quan Ho songs with a soothing melody, often sung at the end of a meeting or to close a traditional Vietnamese festival. Although their voices may not yet be as clear as those of experienced Quan Ho singers, their enthusiasm in preserving humanity’s intangible cultural heritage is commendable. For many years, traditional music genres such as Cheo (Vietnamese opera), Hat Xam (folk music popular in Northern Vietnam), and Quan Ho have been predomi...

“Highlighting the Beauty of Hanoi: 18th Hanoi in My Heart Photo Exhibition”

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The exhibition showcases over 80 stunning photographs that offer a genuine perspective from photographers and journalists on a significant moment in Hanoi’s history: the 15-year anniversary since the expansion of its administrative boundaries. This special exhibition commemorates the 69th anniversary of the Capital Liberation Day, celebrated from October 10, 1954, to October 10, 2023. A significant achievement  The opening ceremony of “Hanoi in My Heart” took place on 5 October at Temple of Literature, Hanoi According to Nguyen Thanh Loi, the Editor-in-Chief of the Economic & Urban Newspaper, the 15 years of administrative boundary expansion have been a crucial period in the development history of the ancient capital city of Hanoi. “The collection of photographs captured by seasoned photographers is of immense value, offering a unique glimpse into the evolving landscape of Hanoi. Present-day Hanoi has not only transformed into a verdant, contemporary metro...

Vietnam’s Rice Trademarks Successfully Protected in Australia

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Australian Intellectual Property (IP Australia) has officially issued trademark protection certificates to three trademarks of ST24 and ST24 rice produced by Ho Quang Tri Private Enterprise. The decision was issued on September 27, 2022. Vietnam 's Rice Trademarks Successfully Protected in Australia" style="max-width:100%; padding:0px; margin:0px;" title=" Vietnam 's Rice Trademarks Successfully Protected in Australia"> Both ST24 and ST25 were developed in Vietnam by farmer-scientist Ho Quang Cua and his colleagues and have won international prizes. Speaking to Vietnam News Agency in Sydney, Ngan Tran, an IP expert from Maygust Trademark Attorneys said that the certificate will be valid for 10 years from June 7, 2021. It can be extended by another 10 years providing criteria are met, she said. On April 22, 2021, the office received an application from T&L Global Foods Supply PTY LTD regarding the trademark registration of ST24 a...

Instant Noodles and Amazing Views: A New Vietnamese Internet Trend

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A familiar dish, an unusual trend Mai Huong (22 years old, a student at Hanoi University of Science and Technology) was one of the first to post a photo following the trend of “eating cheap instant noodles while looking at the million-dollar views.” After only 2 days of posting, the photo received up to 5,000 interactions. According to Huong, her photo was taken at a lovely homestay in Khoa Ha village, Nam Khoa commune, Hoang Su Phi district, during her recent 3 days 2 nights trip to Ha Giang (September 19 – September 21). “When I shared the picture, I didn’t expect people to love it and respond to it to that extent. A lot of people simultaneously showed off photos of themselves enjoying instant noodles in an impressive natural setting. Our country is so beautiful!”, the girl who is passionate about travel added. During the 3 days and 2 nights trip to Ha Giang, in addition to admiring the rice fields in Hoang Su Phi, Mai Huong also went to the extremely trendy check-in point – Su...

Two War-Time Bombs in Residential Areas of Quang Tri Safely Handled

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The first bomb, identified as an M117 – was discovered at a depth of 1 metre in a rubber farm in Cam Lo district’s Cam Hieu commune. Source: PeaceTrees Vietnam During the clearance at a Confirmed Hazardous Area (CHA) in Nam Hieu 2 village, Cam Hieu commune, Cam Lo district of Quang Tri province, the Battle Area Clearance (BAC) Team 3 of PeaceTrees Vietnam found a big bomb on the rubber farm of a local farmer. The bomb located at a depth of 1 meter, identified as M117 bombs, have a diameter of 408 mm, a length of 2.06 m, and a weight of 750 lbs. Becauce the late afternoon and the road is difficult to travel , having to move through the stream, if excavating and moving immediately, it will not be timely and unsafe. Therefore, the team reported and actively barricaded the bomb, putting up danger signs. The second one, also an M117 bomb, was detected about 70 metres away from the first one. Source: PeaceTrees Vietnam The next morning, after carefully checking the ...

Vietnamese venue among itineraries for luxury tours by private jet

According to website Travel + Leisure of the United States, TCS World Travel has introduced nine itineraries around the globe. For each trip, guests have the chance to travel aboard a private luxury aircraft, including the company’s brand new custom-configured A321neo which has room for 52 guests and the Boeing 757 which is large enough for 48 guests. Playing golf around the world is one of most expensive tour of the nine itineraries, and Da Nang (Vietnam) is listed among these itineraries. On this trip, guests have the opportunity to explore some of the best golf courses in the world, including stops in the US, Australia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Oman, Rwanda, and Morocco. In between putting out on the course, guests can also take part in several cultural experiences, ranging from museum visits to meeting with local artisans. The trip is scheduled to take place from January 27 to February 17, 2023, with tickets beginning at US$147,000 per person. Furthermore, the central Vietnames...

Who Is John Clauser – One Of The Three Nobel Winning Of Quantum Physics?

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The institute said the scientists had been recognized for “experiments with entangled photons, establishing the violation of Bell inequalities and pioneering quantum information science.” One hour after he received the phone call, prize co-winner Zeilinger was still in shock. “It’s a positive shock, I was surprised to get the call,” he said in an interview with the Nobel Prize committee. “This prize is exciting for the field of quantum mechanics. On the fundamentals, many of the issues about realities and space time are still not answered. I expect some interesting work here in the coming years,” he said. Work on quantum mechanics a new era for technology Photo: Nobel Prize The field of quantum mechanics stems from Niels Bohr and Max Planck, the two founding fathers of Quantum Theory. Using groundbreaking experiments, Aspect, Clauser and Zeilinger demonstrated the potential to investigate and control particles that are in entangled states. Their work on quantum mech...

IPhone Manufacturing: Can India Pip China Anytime Soon?

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The Apple iPhone story in India is progressing at a rapid pace. Exports have crossed the $1 billion in the five months since April, there’s been a quick turnaround in manufacturing of different variants of the latest iPhone 14, new joint ventures (JVs) are being set up between domestic and international chip manufacturers, and brokerage firms have put out glowing commentaries. A Bloomberg report suggests that at the current rate, outbound shipments of India-made iPhones, particularly to Europe and the Middle East, will be worth $2.5 billion in the 12 months to March 2023. This means the net value of the iPhones produced locally will double from $1.3 billion through March 2022. India looks poised for rapid progress in the highly monopolised market of iPhone manufacturing, but can it leapfrog China and become the most-preferred partner of the Cupertino tech giant? The answer lies in the data: According to recent estimates from Bloomberg Intelligence, it will take about ei...