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Variety, an American magazine, reported that a spokesperson from Warner Bros. Film Group stated that the map in Barbie Land is a child-like crayon drawing. The doodles on the map depict Barbie’s fictional journey from Barbie Land to the real world. The spokesperson clarified that the intention was not to make any type of statement. Vi Kien Thanh, head of the Vietnam Cinema Department, responded to Warner Bros.’ explanation, stating that he has not received any information about it and upholds the ban on the movie. Thanh also mentioned that he does not pay attention to images of the Barbie movie circulating on social media. According to Variety, representatives for director Greta Gerwig and Warner Bros. declined to comment on specific plot points to avoid spoilers. The movie features Margot Robbie as Barbie, who lives in her pink dream world and embarks on a journey of self-discovery after an existential crisis. The film was originally scheduled to be released in Vietnam on July 21, but...

The programme is divided into three parts. It begins with lively pop-soul and dream-pop songs performed by Vietnamese artist, singer, and composer Nguyen Ngoc Anh (Another Nguyen). The following two performances feature Vietnamese artist, singer, rapper, and composer NASHI44, as well as the band SAIGON SOUL REVIVAL from Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnamese Ambassador to Germany Vu Quang Minh, in his remarks at the show, expressed that this music event is remarkable as it marks the first collaboration of Vietnamese and Vietnamese-origin artists in a programme organized by the Berlin administration at the Dong Xuan Centre. The Dong Xuan Centre is home to the largest population of Vietnamese residents and workers in the German capital. The ambassador emphasized that the performances by talented young Vietnamese-origin artists in Germany, alongside the band from Vietnam, reflect the strong friendship and connection between the Vietnamese and German people. Music serves to strengthen and promot...

“We have successfully completed the transfer of fines and compensation to the designated recipient, effectively resolving the issue,” said Ngo Quoc Ta, Chairman of SHB Da Nang FC, a top-tier V-League 1 team in Vietnam, in an interview with Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper on Tuesday. “The incident has served as a valuable lesson for our club and other professional football clubs,” Ta added. Bui Xuan Hoa, Ta’s predecessor, attributed the incident to the team’s lack of expertise in the regulations and legal procedures surrounding the transfer of player Pham Thanh Tiep. Tiep, who was born in Slovakia in 1996 and trained at FC Banik Prievidza, a team in the Slovak third-tier league, since the age of 12, joined SHB Da Nang on a trial basis in early 2019 and eventually secured a two-year contract. However, due to a mismatch in playing style, Tiep terminated his contract with SHB Da Nang and reimbursed one year’s worth of the signing fee. According to FIFA regulations, when a club signs a prof...

According to Conde Nast Traveller, Hanoi offers a diverse range of vegetarian dishes that are worth exploring. The city’s culinary scene is not only for meat lovers but also for those who appreciate frugal dishes with plenty of green vegetables. The use of fresh herbs, vegetables, and fruits in Vietnamese cuisine contributes to a wide variety of vegetarian options. Whether you follow a vegetarian diet or simply want a break from meaty meals, Hanoi has something to offer. Stir-fried tofu in tomato sauce (Dau Sot Ca Chua) This simple dish consists of fried tofu and softened tomatoes, seasoned with fish sauce and quickly simmered. It is topped with sliced scallions and served with fluffy rice. Indulge in the tangy flavors of Dau Sot Ca Chua, a dish that evokes childhood memories in most Vietnamese homes. The deep-fried tofu, marinated in a silky homemade tomato sauce, is both comforting and flavorful. It pairs perfectly with steamed rice, allowing the flavors to blend harmoniously...

STEAM for Vietnam, in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi, the U.S. Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, and the Hanoi University of Science and Technology, launched the “A Year of Robotics 2024” Program in Hanoi on July 12. This program includes an online resource library of training courses, lecture content, materials from VEX Robotics, and teacher training sessions conducted by experts from VEX Robotics during the “STEAMese Festival” in August 2023. Additionally, the Vietnam VEX Robotics National Championship 2024, an event for students passionate about robotics, will be held to select 40 Vietnamese teams to compete in the world’s largest Robotics arena. The championship is scheduled to take place in January 2024 in Hanoi. National Robotics Championship 2023 (Photo: STEAM for Vietnam) The Vietnam VEX Robotics National Championship 2024 and the “A Year of Robotics 2024” project showcase STEAM for Vietnam and U.S. Mission in Vietnam’s commitment to providing future V...

The European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) has released its Business Confidence Index (BCI) report for Vietnam in the second quarter of 2023. The report shows a 9% increase in the number of business leaders who have a positive outlook on their business prospects for the third quarter of 2023 compared to their assessment for the second quarter. BCI figures through the years. In the second quarter, there was a modest decline of 4.5 points in European business confidence towards the Vietnamese market. The current score of 43.5 reflects prevailing market conditions, according to the report. The report indicates that businesses are prudently assessing the landscape and focusing on optimizing revenue and orders. There is a marginal increase of 4% in the proportion of companies anticipating a decline in these areas. Additionally, 7% more companies plan to carefully manage investments in the upcoming quarter. Despite the challenges, workforce planning remains stable...

ECOViP is a project financed by the European Commission and coordinated by Nha Trang University. The project was launched on July 11 with the goal of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the field of ecotourism. Its main objectives are to promote sustainable development in Vietnam and the Philippines, VNA reported. Representatives from 11 partner units attended the event. Vietnamese universities represented include Nha Trang University, Can Tho University, and Thai Nguyen University of Science. International schools in attendance included the University of San Carlos, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Lyceum University Philippines – Batangas ( the Philippines); University of Portucalense (Portugal); FH Joanneum University (Austria); University of Alicante (Spain). The Khanh Hoa Provincial Department of Tourism from Vietnam is participating in the project, along with the Bojo Aloguinsan Ecotourism Association from the Philippines. An overview of the launchin...