That's life

22/12/2025

Vietnam rises as a preferred IVF destination

(VOVWORLD) - As fertility treatments become increasingly expensive and out of reach in many parts of the world, Vietnam is quietly emerging as a trusted and compassionate destination for couples seeking a chance at parenthood. With internationally trained specialists, advanced laboratories, and costs far lower than regional competitors, Vietnam offers not only medical solutions with success rates above the global average, but also renewed hope.

09/12/2025

Medical advice about nutrition during seasonal transition

(VOVWORLD) - As temperatures swing unpredictably between warm and cool, many people feel more tired and vulnerable to seasonal illnesses. In this episode of Doctor at Home, we welcome nutritionist Alice Nguyen from Evolve Clinic in Ho Chi Minh City. With over eight years of experience working with both active individuals and elite athletes, including international golfers and championship-winning footballers, Alice brings a strong blend of research and practical expertise. She explains how sudden weather changes affect immunity and shares simple, evidence-based nutrition habits to help you stay healthy and energized during the seasonal transition.

29/11/2025

Dana Vegan House – where vegan cuisine is a lifestyle

(VOVWORLD) - Everyday life in Hanoi is full of small surprises – places where tradition, creativity, and personal stories quietly blend together. In today’s “That’s Life,” we visit one such hidden corner, where a simple idea has grown into a space that celebrates Vietnamese culture in a fresh, thoughtful way.

13/11/2025

Far from shore: The quiet bravery of reef guardians

(VOVWORLD) - In the vast waters of the Spratly Archipelago, on Da Thi Reef, naval soldiers work day and night guarding the sovereignty of Vietnam’s sea and islands, surrounded by crashing waves and fierce winds. Life here has strengthened the will, determination, faith, and spirit of these island soldiers.

09/11/2025

Hospital ship – a lifeline connecting island frontline and mainland

(VOVWORLD) - When we think of the Truong Sa (Spratly) Archipelago, we picture brave navy soldiers guarding the nation’s maritime border. Supporting these frontline soldiers is a vital lifeline from the mainland – the ships of Brigade 955, Naval Region 4, which includes hospital ship HQ-561, a mobile medical facility with a dual mission: to provide medical care for soldiers, fishermen, and residents, and carry delegations to visit the archipelago.

31/10/2025

Wool embroidered paintings: a pathway to vocational guidance for youth with special needs

(VOVWORLD) - A small wool embroidery workshop in Hanoi is helping young people with special needs build confidence, develop skills, and take steps toward earning an income. Behind this model are an artist’s passion, a mother’s perseverance, and a shared hope for a more inclusive future.

18/10/2025

Code and compassion create lifesaving map amid devastating floods

(VOVWORLD) - On the stormy night of October 7, torrential rain swallowed Thai Nguyen province. Roads inundated, electricity flickered, and calls for help spread rapidly on social media. While rescue teams struggled to reach stranded families, a small group of young engineers quietly began building something that could save lives, a real-time digital map of rescue requests. Leading that effort was Nguyen Thi Mai Anh, a software developer who refused to wait until morning.

15/10/2025

Friendship League: how ice hockey builds bridges across borders

(VOVWORLD) -On the bustling streets of Hanoi, few would expect to find a community of ice hockey players. Hanoi, known more for its rich culture and historic temples, is an unlikely setting for a sport born on frozen lakes half a world away. Yet inside a small rink, the crack of sticks, the scrape of skates, and the laughter of players reveal a growing passion. For three days, local athletes welcomed international visitors from the Friendship League – and together they proved that hockey can thrive anywhere.

17/09/2025

Teacher without a signboard inspires learning spirit

(VOVWORLD) - In a quiet hamlet in Hanoi, the sound of children reading aloud spills onto the street from a modest home with no signboard. Inside that home classroom, 42-year old Duong Thi Sinh stands at a simple lectern, turning a childhood dream into a lifelong mission. Despite a severe disability, Sinh has become a teacher, mentor, and guardian for dozens of children, many from disadvantaged families.

15/08/2025

Mother-daughter duo turns goldfish myth into science adventure in new book

(VOVWORLD) - Kim Dong Publishing House has launched the children’s book “The Adventures of Bella and Harry,” which tells the story of two shy little fish growing up together, navigating challenges with love and courage. It was written by Vietnamese clinical scientist Nguyen Thi Thu Hien and illustrated by her daughter Le Bao Han. Both are living in Denmark. In this week’s “That’s Life”, we’ll tell you the story of how the book came to be.