Personality of the week

03/06/2024

Overseas Vietnamese artist creates 150 paintings of President Ho Chi Minh

(VOVWORLD) - Dao Trong Ly, a 74-year-old Vietnamese living in Thailand, has painted more than 150 portraits of President Ho Chi Minh. The paintings were displayed at a recent exhibition in Hanoi to celebrate the 134th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh’s birthday which falls on May 19.

Overseas Vietnamese artist creates 150 paintings of President Ho Chi Minh
21/05/2024

Vietnamese revolutionary artist fills the soul with music and compassion

(VOVWORLD) - People’s Artist Tuong Vi was a leading figure in Vietnam’s revolutionary music. Her songs reflect her enthusiasm and great love for the homeland. Vi was also known for her kindheartedness. She established music classes for disabled and orphaned children and provided them with a music and art education. Tuong Vi passed away earlier this month at the age of 86.

Vietnamese revolutionary artist fills the soul with music and compassion
14/05/2024

Vietnamese teacher travels to 41 countries in a year

(VOVWORLD) - While studying for a Master’s degree in the UK, teacher Nguyen Huong Thao made a year-long odyssey to 41 countries on 4 continents (Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas) and still graduated with excellent grades. At every place she visited, Thao inspired the local women with her positive energy, encouraged them to be more self-confident in life, and contributed to changing perceptions of the role of women in society.

Vietnamese teacher travels to 41 countries in a year
08/05/2024

Veteran artist depicts Dien Bien Phu Victory in propaganda posters

(VOVWORLD) - For painter Do Nhu Diem, the Dien Bien Phu Victory in 1954 is an endless source of inspiration. Diem wondered how to make this historic milestone continue to shine for generations and remind younger generations of patriotism and national pride. He has included these things in his paintings for over 20 years.

Veteran artist depicts Dien Bien Phu Victory in propaganda posters
22/04/2024

Quang Ninh teacher makes pictures from scallop shells

(VOVWORLD) - With great creativity, teacher Dinh Cong Tuyen of Song Khoai secondary school in Quang Yen town, Quang Ninh province, has created many unique paintings from scallop shells. The paintings send a message of environmental protection.

Quang Ninh teacher makes pictures from scallop shells
16/04/2024

Cooperative chief makes Cao Phong oranges known nationwide

(VOVWORLD) - Vu Thi Le Thuy, Director of the Cao Phong 3T Agricultural Product Cooperative, is an outstanding agricultural role model in Cao Phong town, Hoa Binh province. Hard-working and creative, Thuy started a business growing and trading oranges, and eventually established the 3T Farm brand.

Cooperative chief makes Cao Phong oranges known nationwide
29/03/2024

Architect uses 3D technology to revitalize Vietnamese cultural heritages

(VOVWORLD) - Architect Dinh Viet Phuong, the author of the ‘Dragon Land” comic books, won a bronze award at the 2012 Japan International Manga Awards hosted by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In 2004, Phuong, along with the 3D Art Corporation, embarked on a journey of digitizing cultural heritages.

Architect uses 3D technology to revitalize Vietnamese cultural heritages