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George Foreman, affectionately known as “Big George,” had a remarkable journey from dropping out of school as a teenager to becoming an Olympic champion and, later, a boxing legend. Foreman’s professional career spanned 81 fights, with an impressive 76 wins and 68 knockouts. His success in the ring led to endorsements, including the famous “George Foreman Lean Mean Fat-Reducing Grilling Machine,” which brought him celebrity status beyond the world of sports. Foreman’s family announced his passing on March 21, 2025, with a heartfelt statement on Instagram, expressing their sorrow and gratitude for the love and prayers received. Bob Arum, a legendary boxing promoter, hailed Foreman as a powerhouse in the ring and a larger-than-life personality. Born in Texas in 1949, Foreman had a challenging upbringing in Houston. He was raised by a frequently absent and alcoholic father figure, only learning later in life that J.D. Foreman was not his biological father. Foreman’s real father, a Wor...

Changing Consumer Habits: Emphasizing Safety and Origin According to Pharmacist Nguyen Xuan Hoang, consumer habits in Vietnam have evolved in recent years. Today’s consumers go beyond merely considering product quality and prices; they are increasingly concerned about safety and origin, especially in the healthcare, food, and beverage sectors. As a result, they are willing to pay a premium for products from reputable companies that are highly regarded by professionals. Pharmacist Nguyen Xuan Hoang, Chairman of International Medical Consultants Co., Ltd. – IMC Consumers have become adept at searching for product information online and discerning credible sources, moving away from blindly trusting advertisements. Experts refer to this shift as a smart consumption movement, compelling businesses to adapt to stay relevant. Digitization’s Role in Smart Consumption Pharmacist Nguyen Xuan Hoang emphasizes that businesses must go beyond product quality and methods; they need to c...

Anh has secured her ticket to the Paris Olympics by reaching the semifinals of the 54kg weight class at the first World Qualification Tournament in Italy from March 3 to 11. She achieved a dominant victory, defeating Islem Ferchichi of Tunisia 5-0 in the eighth round bout on Monday. Earlier in the tournament, Anh triumphed over opponents from Dominica and Hungary in her first and second qualifying matches, respectively. By making it to the semifinals, Anh has secured automatic qualification for the 2024 Olympics, regardless of her final ranking in this competition. The Paris Olympics are scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11. This marks Vietnam’s fifth qualification for the Summer Olympics, with previous spots earned by shooters Trinh Thu Vinh and Le Thi Mong Tuyen, cyclist Nguyen Thi That, and swimmer Nguyen Huy Hoang. To recognize her achievement, the Vietnam Boxing Federation has awarded Anh VND50 million (US$2,030). Anh, born in 1997 in the Mekong Delta province o...

The International Running Event Kicked Off in Da Lat The annual Dalat Ultra Trail is happening in Da Lat, a beautiful resort city in Lam Dong Province, Vietnam’s Central Highlands. More than 6,000 participants are taking part in the event, running through the scenic Langbiang Mountain. The Dalat Ultra Trail 2024 offers a range of distances for all levels of runners. There are six categories to choose from: 5km, 15km, 25km, 55km, 75km, and the most challenging category, the 112km race. The 112km race started on Friday night, while the rest of the races began on Saturday morning. Participants from around the world are coming together to compete in this prestigious event. The event is organized by Vietnam MTB Series, a professional sports event organizer, in collaboration with the Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Lam Dong Province. This year marks the sixth edition of the race since its inception in 2018. The Dalat Ultra Trail is also part of the prestigious Asia Trail Ma...

This is the first time that the Embassy of Vietnam in Italy participated in the BTM, one of the largest annual tourism events in the European country, which attracts more than 10,000 visitors and 400 exhibitors from 26 countries. Visitors showed great interest in Vietnam’s rich cultural heritages and diverse tourism services. This year, Vietnam and Italy are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their bilateral ties (March 23, 1973-2023) and 10 years of strategic partnership (January 2013-2023). Through the past 50 years, the relationship between Vietnam and Italy have been marked with cultural and economic developments. The post Vietnam pavilion attracts visitors at Mediterranean Tourism Exchange appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from VietExplorer: Vietnam win 2-1 victory over Malaysia in World Cup qualifiers Vietnam tourism: My Khe beach among top 25 in Asia Hanoi seeks ideas for cultural industry development Exhibition highlights AO/dio...

“Many times in my career, I have had doubts about whether or not I could succeed. The important thing is to just try to push those doubts away. “When women show what they have inside of them, incredible things happen,” USAID Administrator Samantha Power said during a meeting held on Wednesday with VECA – a women-led startup which created the first waste collection app to connect household sellers with waste collectors.  A global leader herself, Power admitted that she often feels vulnerable, but has learned that “it is important to learn how to get up after you fall.” USAID Administrator Samantha Power (right) swaps shirts with Vietnam’s women’s national football team member Tran Thi Thuy Trang in Ho Chi Minh City, March 7, 2023. Photo : Tran Tien Dung / Tuoi Tre “I think that when (people look at me) – a person who has had decades of a career [sic], it is easy to say, ‘it was always inevitable that Samantha would lead USAID’ or ‘she had the chance under Barack Obama ...

As soon as Nguyen Gia Trung Hieu, representing Flamingo Redtour at the Hanoi Tourism Festival 2023, put the flyers of the travel packages on the table, the interest of local visitors in the travel packages started to grow. Hieu said that about 80 people visited the booth and got information about tours within one hour on the festival’s first day. The travel demand is increasing as the summer season approaches. This year, the demand for traveling to destinations such as Phu Quoc Island and the Northwest Region is high,” he said. Although the prices of flights to some domestic destinations are skyrocketing, those who book a tour through our company will be able to enjoy a preferential price,” he told The Hanoi Times .  Hieu is introducing tours to local visitors at the booth. Photos: Do Huong/ The Hanoi Times During the festival, Flamingo Redtours JSC will introduce thousands of domestic and international tours with prices ranging from VND2.2 million (US$93.9) to VN...

The event is part of the main event series of the Lam Dong Tourism Golden Week 2023 which is taking place on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Outline on Vietnamese Culture ahead of the 130th anniversary of the establishment and development of Da Lat. In addition, these activities also aims to help Da Lat join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. The festival looks set to attract the participation of a number of renowned artists both from at home and abroad, and a symphony orchestra from Romania. Upon addressing the debut ceremony of the event in Hanoi on March 18, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ta Quang Dong noted that Hoa Sen Soundfest 2023 will help to increase the number of local and international tourists visiting Da Lat, as well as promoting the image of Vietnamese landscapes, tourism, and culture. The event aims to draw more than 50,000 visitors. Furthermore, Dalat Best Dance Crew 2023 – Hoa Sen Home I...

Professional photographer Le Vuong (1918-2021) is known for his wonderful Hanoi-themed photographs. As a resident of the city for more than a century, he was a witness to the ups and downs of the capital city and its people. The portrait of the late 103-year-old photographer Le Vuong. Photo: Hanoimoi The capital seems to be an endless source of inspiration for his work. Vuong’s collection of thousands of images about Hanoi is invaluable material and also a meaningful gift he has given to the homeland and future generations of Hanoians. In 2016, the professional photographer was honored to receive the Grand Award of the Bui Xuan Phai-For the Love of Hanoi. The late talented photographer was also recognized as the city’s 10 exemplary citizens in 2017. The late artist, who passed away aged 103, once said that he was like a worker bee, diligently seeking the nectar, which is the beauty of Hanoi. He once told the local press, “Looking at the old black and white photos,...