The running movement spread throughout Vietnam in 2017, as Vietnamese runners set records that could not have been imagined in earlier times. Runners made their marks not only on local routes, but also on well-known tracks throughout the world. Phạm Duy Cường Last May, the Vietnam national flag was hoisted on Everest peak when Phạm Duy Cường finished the 42,195km race at the Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon. Cường, 35, from Hanoi, finished the race with a time of 7hr 47.07min and ranked No 71 out of 202 competitors. This is an annual tournament which is considered as the world’s highest marathon. It is an international high altitude adventure sports event held from the Mt. Everest Base Camp, crisscrossing through the high sherpa trails in Khumbu Valley on May 29 every year. Cường has become more famous due to the marathon. He has since established the “Chạy Vì Mình - Run For Self” … [Read more...] about Run to inspire people
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Viet Nam is certified to produce vaccines for the world
PANO - One of the most cost effective health investments, immunization saves up to three million lives a year globally. Nevertheless, some parents still voice concerns about the safety and quality of vaccines. Vaccines have been wrongly blamed for several deaths in Viet Nam in recent years, causing some parents to avoid vaccinating their children. In all, thousands of children did not receive life-saving, time-tested vaccines, leaving them vulnerable to pneumonia, polio, measles and other deadly but preventable diseases. Now Viet Nam has a fully-equipped national regulatory system that ensures the safety and effectiveness of vaccines they produce and use. On 22 June 2015, WHO formally certified Viet Nam's accomplishment, after an extensive evaluation with independent experts in April. Vaccines are made from inactivated or weakened germs, such as viruses and bacteria. They help develop the body's immunity against these diseases. Sometimes, however, the body’s natural … [Read more...] about Viet Nam is certified to produce vaccines for the world
Vietnam’s Crazy House among the world’s most unique hotels
VietNamNet Bridge – The Hang Nga guesthouse, also known as Crazy House, in the resort city of Da Lat in central Vietnam has been named among the 25 coolest hotels in the world on boredpanda.com. The house was built in 1990 on a plot of land of nearly 2000 square meters at 3 Huynh Thuc Khang Road, by architect Dr. Dang Viet Nga. The house was initially called the Hang Nga villa (villa of the moon) and then Crazy House. Described as a "fairy tale house", the building’s overall design resembles a giant tree, incorporating sculptured design elements representing natural forms such as animals, mushrooms, spider webs and caves. Its architecture, comprising complex, organic and non-rectilinear shapes, has been described as expressionist. Nga has acknowledged the inspiration of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí in the building’s design, and visitors have variously drawn parallels between it and the works of artists such as Salvador Dalí and Walt Disney. Since … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s Crazy House among the world’s most unique hotels
Find a diamond in the rough on the ‘net
Talk Around Town (17-06-2007) Find a diamond in the rough on the 'net by Dieu Thuy In today's modern world, everything can be posted on the internet, and second-hand relics, the cast-offs of the web, are no exception. When the phrase 'second hand' is mentioned, some imagine baskets filled with junk, which is the case with most things advertised on the internet. But sometimes, there are diamonds in the rough. The possibility of scoring something valuable has inspired a new breed on online bargain hunters in Viet Nam, many of whom scour for bargains. The site's webmaster, who refuses to reveal his name to the media, is amazed at how popular it has become. "I opened this website with only one purpose: to bring together people who share the same interest in second-hand goods as me." While the net is brimming with junk that has been castaway - like clothes, slippers, torn books and empty beer cans - the brains behind the saigonvechai has found some great deals. At the top of the list is … [Read more...] about Find a diamond in the rough on the ‘net
Vietnam’s legend in the eyes of French journalist
For the public opinion in France and in the world, the name of Mr Vo Nguyen Giap has become a legend. Many French people, including director and journalist Daniel Russel, who loves Vietnam, believes that "Commander-in-Chief General Giap has not only changed Vietnam's history, but also contributed to changing part of the history of mankind". Reporter: The documentarythemed "Dien Bien Phu: fighting between the Tiger and the Elephant" has been conceived since 1991 when you first met General Vo Nguyen Giap. Why did you choose this name with the central character of Vo Nguyen Giap? Director Daniel Russel:I have met General Vo Nguyen Giap, one of the excellent students of President Ho Chi Minh and he is one of the most skilful Generals in the history of mankind. Therefore, each time I come to Vietnam, I try to see Commander-in-Chief General Vo Nguyen Giap to interview and talk with him. I have tried to take advantage of every possible moment to record the images and dialogues with the … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s legend in the eyes of French journalist