Hà Nội yearns for shady days

It’s official: The imported maple trees along Hà Nội’s Nguyễn Chí Thanh Boulevard are to be removed. Five years after they were planted in the hope of providing local people with some red and yellow hues during the capital’s beautiful autumn, which has long inspired musicians and poets, the trees simply could not survive the weather.

Be a good person before a good player

A horror tackle by HCM City FC midfielder Ngô Hoàng Thịnh left Hà Nội FC midfielder Đỗ Hùng Dũng with a broken leg and the prospect of at least six months on the sidelines.

‘Old Daddy’ finds a place in the heart

Released for just over a week, the film has grossed VNĐ300 billion (US$13 million) against a production budget of VNĐ20 billion ($850,000) -- an all-time box office record in Việt Nam. It has piqued the interest of viewers from all walks of life.

Are dating apps a good idea?

Looking for love can become addictive, especially with the introduction of multiple dating apps in recent years such as Tinder, Bumble or Grindr.

Housework? You can count on me!

While it’s good to see women enjoying the day dedicated in their honour, their contributions to and role and position in society should be recognised as a matter of course. True equality needs to extend further than just flowers, gifts, and lunch on a certain date.

Our worst impulses are revealed in online nastiness

One of the all time chart-topping singers in Vietnamese showbiz recently released a song. As popular as the song got, it also got him into 2 major scandals within just a few months. Internet users were largely involved in protecting their idol from criticisms.

Don’t be taken in by empty words

It seems that every time you check your social media or email there are inspirational sayings or wise counsel from friends and strangers alike.

Agent Orange on trial yet again

Trần Tố Nga said she is fighting for her life and for her family, and behind her are 3 million Vietnamese also affected by the toxic chemicals the US armed forces used in Việt Nam.

Heart of the circus still beating

The Việt Nam Circus Federation has just celebrated its 65th anniversary, which is an occasion for the sector’s workers to review its history and development.

There’s more to working life than money

An 8-hour job in an air-conditioned room with stable income seem to be unappealing to many young Vietnamese who have chosen manual jobs like shipper or Grabbiker in order to have more freedom and better income.

Best to keep the focus at home

The first week of 2021 saw something that movies could never believably depict. It was captured live, with the US Capitol coming under attack from protesters who broke in while Congress was in joint session finalising the voting on who will be US President for the next four years.

No one could conceive of such times

Việt Nam was a land so many wanted to leave, mainly due to economic difficulties, but now is a land many want to return to. This is not to brag about the country’s effective control of COVID-19; it’s about the community spirit, supporting people in need.

You’re doing what near our lake?

Many arts, architectural or sculptural works that have been placed next to Returned Sword Lake zone without thorough consideration have stirred controversies among Hà Nội lovers

Time of healing, time of hope

Việt Nam has a small community of some 6 million Christians, and Christmas has never been celebrated as widely as it is now.

Much still to be considered about the COVID vaccine

Việt Nam this week announced it was seeking volunteers to take part in the first phase of a Made-by-Việt Nam vaccination programme. But we should not let slip the sound practices we have adopted, like wearing face masks, washing our hands regularly, and rinsing our nose and throat morning and night with a safe liquid.

How to be smart parents in digital era?

In a rapidly developing world where the internet is often seen a vital tool for educating children, there is a dark side to the world wide web that can cause grief and heartache for parents.

Competition has no place at class reunions

It seems that every former classmates look forward to class reunion as it allows us to get together again, reviewing memories and updating about each other’s situations. However, many have taken chance to show off their wealth and families.

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