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27/10/2018

“Keep your head up and keep going’: A story of finding hope after an accident

(VOVWORLD) - Life is full of unexpected twists and turns. Your entire life can change in the blink of an eye in ways that you can never prepare for. Dang Minh Tuan from Quang Ninh province got in a terrible accident 12 years ago and was in critical condition. It was so dire that even the doctors did not expect him to survive. But against all odds, he made it through and his story of recovery is now inspiring people to find new strength, courage and determination to move forward.

“Keep your head up and keep going’: A story of finding hope after an accident
23/08/2018

Get creative with AGOhub

(VOVWORLD) - AGOhub was created in May, 2017, with the aim of becoming a portal for architecture and art. Located at 12, Hoa Ma street in Hanoi, AGOhub is a free venue for young architects who want to experiment with new ideas, and a space for anyone who just wants to come and relax. VOV interviewed Nguyen Huyen Chau, community developer for AGOhub, to find out more.

Get creative with AGOhub
07/08/2018

Hanoi College voluntary project: Paint, Sweat and Inspiration

(VOVWORLD) -We arrived at the Projects Abroad’s Hanoi office at around 8:45, the volunteers shuffling into the kitchen for morning tea. Riyaad, our project assistant, pointed at a collection of supplies in the corner of the room, buckets of paint, brushes, bamboo sticks, rollers, and told us we should pack them into the trunk of the car. We being, myself, Charlotte, Duyen, the volunteers, along with Riyaad and Anh, the projects directors, were headed to the Hanoi College of Technology and Trading, on the outskirts of the city, to re-paint a few classrooms with the students.

Hanoi College voluntary project: Paint, Sweat and Inspiration
01/08/2018

KOTO project provides employment opportunities for vulnerable women

(VOVWORLD) - The lives of 1,000 disadvantaged young people have been transformed by vocational training provided by KOTO, a social enterprise in Vietnam founded in 1999 by a Vietnamese-Australian. KOTO, which stands for Know One Teach One, provides free training courses on cooking, catering, and baking to disadvantaged youth. The KOTO project “Her turn”, to take place in August, will give vulnerable young women vocational training that will bring them employment and start-up opportunities.

KOTO project provides employment opportunities for vulnerable women
21/07/2018

Savoury breakfasts and the iconic bowl of Phở

(VOVWORLD) -In the Western world, breakfasts are heavily characterized by sugar. Whether it’s pancakes, waffles, maple syrup, or one of the plethora of sugary cereals that populate the average household, it is clear that breakfast in the west is frequently one for the sweet-toothed. The direct antithesis of this? Vietnam’s most famous dish, the immensely savouryPhở, that millions consume every day. So why exactly do the Vietnamese forego sugar for salt so early in the morning? And what exactly does Phở represent for the nation?

Savoury breakfasts and the iconic bowl of Phở
14/07/2018

World Cup Fever! Who do Hanoians want to win?

(VOVWORLD) -With the World Cup final only one day away, we decided to investigate how residents of Hanoi were feeling about the game. France, who beat Belgium 1-0 on Tuesday night will play Croatia, who knocked out England in a close fought 2-1 victory on Wednesday. Who do you want to win, and why?

World Cup Fever! Who do Hanoians want to win?
12/07/2018

Heartbreak for England as World Cup hopes are cut short

(VOVWORLD) -After a dazzling World Cup run that no-one expected, England have been knocked out in the semi-finals by Croatia in a tense 2-1 game that went to extra time. It was their first semi-final in 28 years and, despite the loss, England fans can certainly hold their heads high and go into the 2022 Qatar world cup with high hopes.

Heartbreak for England as World Cup hopes are cut short
08/06/2018

Ocean Edu Vietnam promotes environment education for kids

(VOVWORLD) - Environmental protection has become more and more in need as natural disasters and global warming rise in seriousness. Efforts have been made all over the world to raise awareness about protecting the environment. Understanding those actions can be taken at a very young age, English international school Ocean Edu Vietnam has been promoting environment education in their curriculum and social activities to provide their young students with knowledge and skills to appreciate and protect nature.

Ocean Edu Vietnam promotes environment education for kids
18/05/2018

Salsa class in Hanoi

(VOVWORLD) - Recently, “salsa”, the Latin dancing style, has become popular in Vietnam, especially in Hanoi, attracting many young people. If you’ve ever wanted to try salsa dancing, then follow VOV’s reporter to Beso Latino, the Latin Kiss Club, located at 20 Hang Tre Street, Hanoi. No experience necessary. No partner required. The salsa classes are designed to teach absolute first timers the basics of salsa dancing, and you only need one class to be able to hit the dance floor.

Salsa class in Hanoi