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American artistic swimmer Anita Alvarez was in danger of drowning after losing consciousness in the pool at the world championships in Budapest on Wednesday before being rescued by her coach Andrea Fuentes. Spaniard Fuentes, a four-time Olympic medallist in synchronised swimming, jumped into the pool after she saw Alvarez sink to the bottom at the end of her solo free final routine. She was given medical attention beside the pool before being taken away on a stretcher. It was the second time Fuentes has had to rescue Alvarez after she leapt into the pool during an Olympic qualification event last year and pulled her to safety along with the American's swim partner Lindi Schroeder. "Anita is much better, she is already at her best. It was a good scare, to be honest," Fuentes told Spanish newspaper Marca on Wednesday. "I jumped into the water again because I saw that no one, no lifeguard, was jumping in. I got a little scared because she wasn't breathing, but now she's fine. … [Read more...] about Swimming-US swimmer Alvarez saved from drowning by coach

Nala Garden Farmstay in Luong Son District in the northern province of Hoa Binh, around 150 kilometers from Hanoi, is a Vietnamese eco-resort amidst a sprawling 10,000 hectares of greenery. It features 10 traditional houses and bungalows with a touch of traditional architecture from northern Vietnamese villages. The resort has used environmentally-friendly materials including recycled wood, handmade terracotta bricks, tiles as well as used door frames. Each house has a large yard covered by the shade of green trees and a swimming pool for guests to cool down in the summer. Each spacious room is equipped with air-conditioning. Guests can make their stay more enjoyable by cycling in the shade of green trees and picking up fruits and vegetables. The Flamingo Dai Lai Resort in Phuc Yen Town, Vinh Phuc Province, around 45 kilometers from Hanoi, stands amidst 123 … [Read more...] about Three resorts offer welcome respite from Hanoi heat

Check out the news you should not miss today: Politics -- Two Indian naval ships, INS Sahyadri and INS Kadmatt, arrived at Nha Rong Wharf in Ho Chi Minh City on Friday for a three-day visit to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Vietnam. Society -- Police in the southern province of Binh Phuoc said on Friday that they are investigating the death of a local official who was found unconscious at his house with a knife in his chest earlier that day. -- Police in the southern province of Long An on Friday have apprehended and initiated legal proceedings against a 30-year-old man for perforating an ATM in order to steal more than VND400 million (US$17,202). -- One person was killed following an explosion at a vermicelli workshop in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta province of Ben Tre early Friday morning, causing heavy damage to the surrounding area. -- Police in Ho Chi Minh City confirmed on Friday that they are investigating a case where … [Read more...] about Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News – June 25

The management board of Nha Trang Bay in south central Khanh Hoa Province declared on Friday that all swimming and diving activities at Hon Mun Nature Reserve will be suspended beginning Monday next week and lasting until further notice. The decision was made as a result of the recent bleaching, damage, and decline of many coral species at Hon Mun Nature Reserve and other areas in Nha Trang Bay. According to the management board, the suspension of ocean leisure activities in the areas surrounding Hon Mun Nature Reserve is to comply with the notice issued by the People's Committee of Nha Trang on Friday. The purpose of the suspension is to survey and evaluate the current situation, identify vulnerable locations, and develop a strategy to preserve the Nha Trang Bay Marine Protected Area in the near future. According to Huynh Binh Thai, head of the management board, the suspension of swimming and scuba diving operations at Hon Mun Nature Reserve does not indicate the closure … [Read more...] about Sea leisure activities suspended following reports of dead corals at nature reserve in Vietnam

On Friday afternoon, crowds of people could be seen along a beach in Thanh Hoa's Sam Son Town. Central Vietnam's Thanh Hoa Province, like other localities in the region, is experiencing a severe heatwave. Students who've just finished their exams often go to the beach with their family. Lifeguards stand on the shore to warn people not to go too far into the water. Besides Sam Son, other beaches in Thanh Hoa like Hai Tien, Hai Hoa and Quang Xuong, are also packed. Towards the end of this month, Sam Son has received around four million visitors, tripling the numbers recorded in the same period last year. Revenues reached VND3.45 trillion ($148.3 million), about 2.5 times the amount recorded in 2021. Along a beach in Nghe An's Cua Lo Town, many people could be seen playing in the water and with sand amid the early dusk. Nguyen Van Quan, 40, along with … [Read more...] about Heatwave forces thousands to central beaches

For the first time, Việt Nam has had a representative in the Ironman World Championship. Lâm Túc Ngân, 27, from HCM City, qualified for the biggest event after winning Ironman Philippines 140.6’s 25-29 year-old female group and finishing in the top 8 of the women's ranking. She will join powerful athletes from all over the world at the 2022 event in Hawai in early October. Ngân shares her experience and plans for the upcoming race. Lâm Túc Ngân will be the first Vietnamese to compete at the World Ironman Championship in October in Hawaii, the US. Photo from Lâm Túc Ngân facebook Inner Sanctum: Congratulations. You are the first Vietnamese to earn a slot at the Ironman World Championship. How do you feel? Thank you. It is several months to go to the world championship. There are many things to work on. In the last 15 years of the world tournament, there was no one from Việt Nam. Lâm Túc Ngân trains for her world competition. She plans to complete the race … [Read more...] about Woman with an iron will

Vietnam has banned swimming and scuba diving at a popular central tourist spot in an attempt to revive its damaged coral reef, officials said Monday. The Southeast Asian nation boasts more than 3,200 kilometres of coastline with crystal clear waters, vibrant sea life and sandy beaches that are a huge tourism draw. Coral reefs across Southeast Asia have been badly hit by global warming, with scientists warning their degradation could have devasting environmental and economic knock-on effects. Recent photos taken off Hon Mun island -- about 14 kilometres from the city of Nha Trang and popular with divers thanks to its diverse ecosystem -- showed the reef bleached and damaged. "The Nha Trang bay management authority decided to halt swimming and scuba diving activities in areas around Hon Mun island," officials said. In a statement they said the ban was to "evaluate the condition of sensitive area so that an appropriate plan to enact the sea conservation area" could be made. … [Read more...] about Vietnam halts scuba diving off popular island to protect coral

Five Star Poseidon project in the southern Vũng Tàu City. Photo courtesy of the firm VŨNG TÀU — Seeking a unique architectural plan and tourist landmarks for the coastal city of Vũng Tàu, Five Star International Group (Five Star Group) and Agritour & Green World organised an International Design Competition. It was won by 'Marine Architectural Icons for Five Star Poseidon & Five Star Odyssey.' The Organising Committee announced the results, with the two first prizes going to FINKO Architects - one of the most famous architectural design offices in Việt Nam. Five Star Poseidon & Five Star Odyssey are two projects with prime locations, in line with the general planning of Vũng Tàu City approved by the Prime Minister. These two projects have a strategic vision to anticipate the development of crucial technical infrastructure such as the Long Thành Airport, a system of highways and coastal roads connecting the entire Southern region and the South Central region. At … [Read more...] about International Competition creates architectural plan for Vũng Tàu

Major General Le Tat Thang, Deputy Commander of Military Region 4, chaired the opening ceremony. During the four-day event, 30 officers who are COs and political commissars from infantry regiments of the military region will compete in five categories, namely tactical staff, K54 pistol shooting, line-up regulations, freestyle swimming, and knowledge tests. The competition is to evaluate the capabilities and skills of regiment-level COs and political commissars, contributing to enhancing their professionalism to meet task requirements in the current context. Speaking at the event, Major General Le Tat Thang required the organizers of the competition to heighten their responsibilities, hold the event as scheduled, and assess competitors  accurately. He also urged the participants to strive for best results, promote solidarity and ensure absolute safety when joining the competition. After joining the event, the participants should continue learning to improve their capability and … [Read more...] about Military Region 4 opens competition for regiment-level COs and political commissars

"This ultra-luxury resort captivates what's so special about this beautiful island with its untouched shores and tropical landscapes. Its proximity to the beach means it's easier than ever to escape into nature," the newspaper said. The resort, around 15 minutes from Phu Quoc International Airport in the southern island, opened its in April. It features 302 suites and villas, six restaurants and bars, swimming pools overlooking Long Beach, one of the most beautiful on Phu Quoc, next to a UNESCO-recognized world biosphere reserve. It recommended tourists to try Japanese-French cuisine inside Oku, the resort's signature restaurant, or enjoy Vietnamese and Chinese gastronomy at Rice Market. The resort also has a fitness center, reset meditation studio and rooftop yoga pavilions. Phu Quoc, Vietnam's largest island, has become internationally popular after the government allowed 30-day visa-free entry in 2014. The other five hotels included by the British newspaper were Crowne … [Read more...] about Regent Phu Quoc among world’s 6 best seaside hotels: Independent