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The following story is penned by Australian Ray Kuschert, a long-time resident and cycling enthusiast in Ho Chi Minh City, at the request of Tuoi Tre News. The piece offers insights and advice on how to make the metropolis greener and more sustainable. Transforming Ho Chi Minh City into a ‘green city’ is no overnight endeavor. The world’s leading eco-friendly cities have embarked on this journey decades ago, and now it’s time for Ho Chi Minh City to seize the opportunity and make a significant leap forward in environmental initiatives. My vision of a Green City involves everyone playing their part in making daily choices that collectively contribute to a greener future. This encompasses everything from the products we purchase to the design of our homes and workplaces. For instance, if each of the nine million private vehicle owners in the city reduced their weekly driving distance by just 1km, we’d collectively save a remarkable nine million kilometers every week. Considering the a...

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...