Buying grammar books and using a dictionary donated by her younger sister, Lan Anh studied on her own, returning home to work in her parent's grocery store. When there were no shoppers, she learned English. Some neighbors asked her to teach their children. … [Read more...] about Born with agent orange, Hanoi teacher escapes fate
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South Korean student cycles across Vietnam
However, Bae met a lot of kind and helpful locals along the way. During a trip to a beach in Vung Tau Town, 100 kilometers from the finish line in HCMC, he slipped and fell from a rock, injuring his hand. Failing to locate a taxi, a Vietnamese tourist eventually took Bae to hospital by car. … [Read more...] about South Korean student cycles across Vietnam
Designers introduce ao dai collections in HCM City
Miss Earth 2018 Nguyen Phuong Khanh wears an ao dai made from chirimen, a traditional Japanese silk, designed by veteran designer Vo Viet Chung of HCM City. — Photo from designer’s Facebook page The collection features 30 áo dài designs, mostly in retro colours such as black, dark green and midnight blue that are used in ceremonies. The clothes feature images of flowers and plants. … [Read more...] about Designers introduce ao dai collections in HCM City
Seoul to host conference on post-Coronavirus era
At the request of cities around the world, the SMG opened the English online platform CAC (Cities Against COVID-19) (http://english.seoul.go.kr/covid) on April 9 to share Seoul’s policies and know-how on quarantine measures (“S-quarantine”). … [Read more...] about Seoul to host conference on post-Coronavirus era
Europe moves ahead with lockdown easing, but caution in Asia
"To all of the families & friends of those who have passed, I want to extend my heartfelt sympathy & love for everything that these great people stood for & represent. God be with you!" President Donald Trump tweeted on Thursday, as the US death toll reached 101,573. … [Read more...] about Europe moves ahead with lockdown easing, but caution in Asia
