"Miss Saigon" is a famous musical about the tragic wartime romance of a young Vietnamese girl abandoned by her American boyfriend. It is also a mirror of Jones’s own story. But the 69-year-old Tennessee man has got another chance to rewrite the ending of his story. … [Read more...] about Former American soldier finds Vietnamese lover after 47-year separation
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Vietnamese scientists trace origin of centuries-old cannon found in Da Nang
The ancient cannon is preserved for research at the Museum of Da Nang, central Vietnam. Photo: Doan Nhan / Tuoi Tre The researcher said the Chinese characters inscribed by hand on the weapon as a ‘gunner’s manual’ indicate that the cannon belonged to the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945), Vietnam's last monarchy. … [Read more...] about Vietnamese scientists trace origin of centuries-old cannon found in Da Nang
Old Vietnamese couple attest to the resilience of love
Le Van Se, 96, and his wife, Nguyen Thi Loi, 88, reside in Hoi An Ancient Town, central Quang Nam Province. The couple fell in love in their 30s and got married 10 years later, before the outbreak of war sent Se to the army. Taken prisoner during a skirmish, Se finally returned home in 1954 to reunite with his anxious, but patient partner. … [Read more...] about Old Vietnamese couple attest to the resilience of love
Thailand likely to export 9.5 million tonnes of rice this year
As for this year’s jasmine rice production, the president said it decreased more than the normal level due to rain and flooding. Rice farmers turned to other crops instead of rice, resulting in the lower production, he added. Laothammatas therefore forecast that the price of jasmine rice will be stable at 1,100 - 1,150 USD per ton until rice in the new season is harvested. Despite the baht's appreciation, the Thai rice price won't be lower than last year since old stock has been sold out, he said.-VNA … [Read more...] about Thailand likely to export 9.5 million tonnes of rice this year
Coronavirus: First death confirmed in Europe
Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus made a plea for international solidarity at a conference in Germany and warned that all countries should be prepared for the arrival of the virus. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus: First death confirmed in Europe
