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On Sunday afternoon, a tragic accident occurred in Pleiku City, Gia Lai Province, Vietnam’s Central Highlands, resulting in the loss of three individuals. Among them were Paollo, an esteemed member of HAGL FC, as well as assistant coach Duong Minh Ninh and healthcare specialist Dao Trong Tri. The accident involved one four-seater car and two large trucks. During the completion of repatriation procedures, Paollo’s coffin is temporarily housed at the funeral home located within Hoang Anh Gia Lai Hospital in the province. Unfortunately, his girlfriend is unable to complete the necessary authorization procedures to repatriate his body as they were not married at the time. According to the current regulations, only the father or mother has the authority to complete the necessary authorization procedures. HAGL FC has been experiencing difficulties in reaching out to his mother, who resides in Brazil. Additionally, it was previously mentioned that a woman, who is now on her way to Vietnam...

The SaiLun Cup 2023 is a prestigious event organized by the Dak Lak Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism and the People’s Committee of Buon Don District. It is the largest event of its kind in the Central Highlands province and will run until August 17th. With eighty teams, the championship brings together domestic and international racers in a thrilling competition. The opening ceremony, held on Sunday morning, showcased traditional art from the Central Highlands, a gong performance, and a parade featuring ten off-road vehicles. Off-road vehicles are pictured at the opening ceremony of the SaiLun Cup 2023 in Buon Don District, Dak Lak Province, Vietnam, August 13, 2023. Photo: Tam An / Tuoi Tre The competition consists of various events, including a jungle race on Monday and Tuesday, an off-road rally, and a twilight ride from Monday to Wednesday. All events will conclude on Thursday with an awards ceremony and a closing ceremony. The SaiLun Cup 2023 serves as ...

Xoan singing, a traditional Vietnamese folk music genre, was included on the UNESCO Urgent Safeguarding List in 2011 due to a decline in its appreciation, especially among the younger generation. Efforts made by local communities and national authorities have successfully revived and preserved Xoan singing. In Phuong Lau Commune, Viet Tri City, elders are passing down the art of Xoan singing to the younger generation in a small house located in Xoan An Thai Ward. Bui Viet Hao and Bui Nhu Quynh, both born into a family of Xoan singers, were introduced to the art at an early age by their grandparents and mother. Having developed a passion for Xoan singing, they now perform the music genre in various places and are eager to preserve it for future generations. Phu Tho province has played a significant role in promoting and preserving Xoan singing. Over 100 successors have been trained in the province, capable of teaching Xoan singing. In local villages, three generations of singers ca...

An individual named An returned to Vietnam from the United States to attend a prestigious event. The event drew the participation of both the cast and crew of the movie, along with members of the local film industry. The press briefing was captivated by the presentation of the prestigious Golden Camera award. “Inside the Yellow Cocoon Shell” is a Vietnamese film that has recently made its debut at the prestigious 2023 Cannes Film Festival. Following its successful screening at the festival, the movie is now set to be showcased in Vietnam for local audiences to enjoy. Film director Tran Anh Hung (L), actress Tran Nu Yen Khe (R), and film director Cao Trung Hieu attend the premiere of ‘Inside the Yellow Cocoon Shell.’ Photo : Huu Hanh / Tuoi Tre Tran Anh Hung, a French film director of Vietnamese origin, was awarded the Best Director prize at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival for his film ‘The Pot-au-Feu’ (La Passion de Dodin Bouffant). He expressed the significance of the scr...

US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper recently attended the inauguration ceremony of three classrooms at Hoa Dinh Tay elementary school in the south central province of Phu Yen. The classrooms were funded by the PP23. These three classrooms, with a total area of about 107m2, were constructed by 29 members of the PP23 construction team in 47 consecutive days from July 2023 onwards. The team also improved the courtyard and the concrete road leading to the classrooms to enhance safety for students. US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper at the ribbon cutting ceremony. Photo: US Embassy in Hanoi According to Ambassador Knapper, these new classrooms are a testament to the 28-year bilateral relationship between the United States and Vietnam. While the classrooms themselves are functional and sustainable, it is the teachers and students who give meaning and purpose to this building. “The new classrooms will contribute to improving learning opportunities for the children of Phu ...