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Tucked away on Trinh Dinh Trong Street in Ho Chi Minh City is a humble porridge shop with a 40-year legacy. The unassuming eatery, located at 104/22B, specializes in traditional Teochew-style porridge, a simple yet comforting dish. At the heart of their menu is plain rice porridge, a blank canvas for a variety of toppings and accompaniments. Diners can customize their bowl with options like meat, offal, shrimp, fish, and even peanut worms. Each bowl is served with crown daisy, pickled or fresh ginger, and deep-fried dough sticks, along with soy or fish sauce for an added punch of flavor. Portion sizes vary to suit different appetites. A bowl brimming with toppings will set you back VND70,000 ($2.79), while the standard and smaller portions, with fewer accompaniments, are priced at VND60,000 ($2.39) and VND50,000 ($1.99), respectively. For those who want to indulge in the toppings without the porridge, the shop also offers the option of having meat, offal, seafood, or peanut worms wit...

The total number of underprivileged children in different regions of Vietnam is as follows: 1,000 children in Ho Chi Minh City, 200 students in Long An Province located in the Mekong Delta region, and 200 others in An Giang Province, which is also situated in the delta. During the program, the participants not only received gifts and scholarships for their new academic year, but also had the opportunity to partake in the joyful festivities of the Mid-Autumn Festival. The Mid-Autumn Festival, also referred to as the ‘Children’s Festival,’ is celebrated annually on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. In 2022, it will occur on Friday, September 29th. Phan Van Mai, the chairman of Ho Chi Minh City, emphasized the significance of the ‘Golden Landmark’ program during his speech at the event. He emphasized that this initiative has been successful in fostering a sense of unity and connection among both Vietnamese and Canadian residents residing in Ho Chi Minh City. In addition, the com...

Visitors flocked to the Binh Dinh Convention Center in Quy Nhon on Sunday to admire a stunning assortment of ornamental plants and bonsai expertly cultivated by talented domestic artisans in the field. “The organizer of the exhibition proudly presents the city’s largest ornamental plant exhibition to date, featuring an exceptional collection of highly valuable bonsai. The exhibition commenced on Saturday and promises to be a remarkable display of horticultural mastery.” In addition to the showcased trees, the competition featured a staggering number of over 180 registered works of bonsai art. Some notable attractions include ancient trees dating back centuries and meticulously shaped bonsai trees with unique forms. An ancient Streblus asper features several branches, making it look like a tower cluster. Photo: Lam Thien / Tuoi Tre An over-100-year-old bonsai owned by artisan Le Van Dung in Thai Nguyen Province, northern Vietnam. Photo: Lam Thien / Tuoi Tre ...

Nguyen Tri Hieu, a highly skilled lineworker at the age of 55, is dedicated to his role as a line erector. Leading a proficient power line repair team in the esteemed central province of Quang Ngai, Hieu expertly maneuvers between various power lines with the aid of a customized bicycle that is connected to the suspended cables. Although onlookers may be taken aback by Hieu and his team’s utilization of this distinctive contraption, it is often overlooked that it is indeed an exceptional invention originating from Vietnam. Assisting co-workers is an essential part of being a team player. By helping our colleagues, we can contribute to a positive work environment and foster collaboration. Every morning, Hieu diligently starts his day in his office located in Nghia Chanh District, Quang Ngai City. He meticulously reviews the detailed reports generated by his team’s on-site inspections of 220kV power lines. Our reports play a crucial role in identifying faults and facilitating repairs...

Prior to the 5-day visit, UK International Trade Minister Nigel Huddleston spoke about the significant contribution of the Vietnam-UK trade partnership to the diplomatic relations between the two countries over the last 50 years. The trade relationship between the UK and Vietnam has continued to strengthen, with the total trade volume reaching £6.9 billion in 2022. This represents a 29% increase from 2021 and nearly double the figure from 2013. Minister Huddleston expressed his eagerness to meet with his counterparts in Vietnam to explore new opportunities and support UK businesses in accessing the dynamic Vietnamese market. The UK currently has 536 direct investment projects in Vietnam, with a total registered capital of US $4.28 billion. This makes the UK the 15th largest foreign investor in the country. In the first seven months of this year, bilateral trade between Vietnam and the UK reached US $3.95 billion, a 0.5% increase compared to the same period last year. Vietnam’s im...

According to the National Center for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting, on August 27, the temperature in the northern region will reach 35-36 degrees, with some areas going over 36 degrees. The relative humidity is expected to be between 60-65%. The Weather Forecast in Different Regions The Northwest: The region will experience cloudy weather with scattered showers and thunderstorms at night. Some areas might also experience tornadoes, lightning, and strong gusts of wind during thunderstorms. The lowest temperature will be between 25-28 degrees, with some places dropping below 24 degrees. The highest temperature will range from 33-36 degrees, with some areas going over 36 degrees. The Northeast: Expect cloudy weather with showers and thunderstorms in the evening and night. The mountainous areas will see scattered showers and thunderstorms. Similar to the Northwest, tornadoes, lightning, and strong gusts of wind are possible during thunderstorms. The lowest temperature will be be...

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Luu Quang has agreed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ proposal for a 2024 plan to mark the Day for Honouring Vietnamese Language in Vietnamese Communities Abroad (September 8) next year, according to VNA. Vietnamese representative agencies abroad will collaborate with relevant ministries, agencies, and localities to implement activities within the framework of the plan. These activities will promote the expats’ maintenance of their mother tongue and recognize and encourage exemplary individuals who contribute to the preservation of the language in the communities. The funding for implementing the plan will come from the state budget, sponsorships, support from organizations and individuals in Vietnam and abroad, and other sources in accordance with regulations. The Vietnamese Embassy in the Czech Republic in July 2023 presents certificates of merit to Vietnamese individuals who have made great contributions to community affairs and outstanding ...