Personality of the week

23/11/2015

Outstanding farmer Ha Tan Tam and his charitable works

(VOVworld) – Financially comfortable thanks to his aquaculture and gardening business, Ha Tan Tam of Can Tho City now spends most of what he earns helping disadvantaged people. Tam was recently awarded one of Vietnam’s outstanding farmers. VOV’s Le Hoa reports…

Outstanding farmer Ha Tan Tam and his charitable works
18/11/2015

Artist Nguyen Ngoc Dan and his paintings of Hanoi streets’ electric wires

(VOVworld) – Over the past decade, Nguyen Ngoc Dan has organized three painting exhibits featuring Hanoi: “Spanning the street” in 2007, “Street” in 2012 and “Alley” in 2013. Dan’s paintings feature Hanoi streets with their tangle of electrical wires, road signs, and loudspeakers.

Artist Nguyen Ngoc Dan and his paintings of Hanoi streets’ electric wires
12/11/2015

Hero of Labor - Prof. Doctor Nguyen Anh Tri

(VOVworld) – A dedicated doctor, a true scientist, and an excellent manager is what people often call Doctor Nguyen Anh Tri, head of the Vietnam National Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion. Dr. Tri was awarded the Hero of Labor title and selected as one of Hanoi’s 10 most outstanding citizens of 2015. Nguyen Hien reports….

Hero of Labor - Prof. Doctor Nguyen Anh Tri
02/11/2015

Cow-herd Ho Giao - Vietnam’s farming hero

(VOVworld) – Rancher Ho Giao, a popular figure in many literary works by Vietnamese writers, passed away on October 14 at the age of 86. Ho Giao was the only farmer to be awarded the title “Labor Hero” twice, in 1966 and 1986, for his contributions to developing Vietnam’s ranches.

Cow-herd Ho Giao - Vietnam’s farming hero
11/09/2015

Revolutionary, veteran journalist Huu Tho

(VOVworld) – Huu Tho always wanted to be considered a journalist, even when he was a teacher or a politician. He was widely considered a talented and dedicated journalist by his colleagues and the Vietnamese public.

Revolutionary, veteran journalist Huu Tho
11/09/2015

Outstanding farmer Thach Em

(VOVworld) – People in Tra Vinh province, particularly farmers, have responded positively to the movement to follow President Ho Chi Minh’s moral example. Their practical activities have contributed significantly to the province’s development. Thach Em of Hoa Tan commune, Cau Ke district, is a case in point.

Outstanding farmer Thach Em
11/09/2015

Pham Hung Anh’s love for president Ho Chi Minh

(VOVworld) – Pham Hung Anh of Tan Quy hamlet, Dak Lak province, has been collecting photos, documents, and other materials about President Ho Chi Minh for more than 50 years. He has been doing this because of his love for the President and to promote the movement to follow President Ho Chi Minh’s moral example.

Pham Hung Anh’s love for president Ho Chi Minh
07/08/2015

War veteran Truong Van Kiet

(VOVworld) – 66-year-old war veteran Truong Van Kiet is a role model in doing business and social activities in Liem An hamlet, Binh Thuan province. He has helped many people in need and contributed significantly to local development.

War veteran Truong Van Kiet
07/08/2015

Vu Xuan Trung, a young talent in mathematics in Thai Binh

(VOVworld) - Vietnam ranked 5th among 104 countries and territories participating in the 56th International Mathematics Olympiad held in Thailand from July 4 to July 16. The six-member team claimed two gold medals, three silvers and one bronze. 11th grader Vu Xuan Trung of Thai Binh province was one of the two gold medalists.

Vu Xuan Trung, a young talent in mathematics in Thai Binh