Runners

It was not the first time she used a creation by the Vietnamese fashion designer to show off her figure. Before this year’s Miss Universe pageant, she donned another dress by Tuan to an event in the Dominican Republic after she had been crowned Miss Dominican Republic 2021. One side of the asymmetrical red dress has 3D flower-petal-like motifs from hip to shoulder and then slides into a fishtail at the bottom. Miss Universe 2005 Natalie Glebova wore the same dress as a judge for Miss Universe Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City last June. Tuan said Martínez 's crew had asked him for an evening dress for Miss Universe 2022 and he sent six designs to choose from. "I'm glad many contestants have chosen outfits made by Vietnamese designers to wear at major beauty contests," Tuan said. "This helps bring creations by local designers to more international audiences." Andreína Martínez (L) and Natalie Glebova in a dress by designer Nguyen Minh Tuan. Photo courtesy of Tuan … [Read more...] about Miss Universe runner-up chooses dresses by Vietnamese designer

Dozens of members of the Turtle Runners Club in Hanoi celebrated New Year with a run around Hoan Kiem Lake at 6 a.m. on Sunday, the first day of the Year of the Cat. Instead of tracksuits, they wore ao dai in a rainbow of colors and adorned with flower motifs. Nguyen Mai Hanh, a member, said the club's spring run has been held for several years now. "We hit the streets on Tet in the hope that the new year will be filled with good health and boundless vitality." Motorists give way for them, she added. Tet marks the arrival of spring, and in Hanoi the air is crisp and the streets are deserted. The runners ran 10 kilometers through the city, stopping to take pictures at landmarks like the St. Joseph's Cathedral, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Dong Xuan market, and finishing up at Sword Lake. On the second day they ran past the temples of Bach Ma, Voi Phuc, Kim Lien, and Quan Thanh. Nearly 50 members of the Hai Phong Runners Club too came out on the first day of Tet , … [Read more...] about People welcome new lunar year by going for a run

After Thailand drew host Vietnam 2-2 at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi, Kaewpaluk, Thailand head coach Mano Polking and midfielder Sarach Yooyen attended a press conference. When the coaches and players sat down, Kaewpaluk stood in the middle of the room, walking back and forth with a provocative look to the Vietnamese media. Despite being asked to calm down and respect everyone, Kaewpaluk maintained his behavior. Coach Polking witnessed the incident and was not happy with Kaewpaluk, so he repeatedly told him to settle in his seat for the press conference to start. According to the plan, Thailand would hold a press conference before Vietnam. However, when the organizers told them to start, Polking said the players were taking a shower and asked them to wait for 15 minutes. Therefore, Vietnam had to start the press conference first. However, when Thailand were waiting for their turn, they were not satisfied. Some of Polking's assistants got angry, kicked the door of the … [Read more...] about Unsportsmanlike behavior of Thailand assistant coach reported to AFF

The 2020 Miss Vietnam Do Thi Ha cried on stage when she passed her crown to the 2022 winner and talked about the relentless pressure. Her predecessors as Miss Vietnam like Tran Tieu Vy and Do My Linh have also spoken about the pressures they faced. When Ha won the crown in 2020, she was disparaged for her appearance and her country accent. She even regretted signing up for the contest because the nasty comments affected not only her but also her family. The 2018 winner Vy was disparagingly described as a "beauty without brains." The 2022 winner Huynh Thi Thanh Thuy had to face rumors that she paid to buy the title. In 2014 Miss Vietnam Nguyen Cao Ky Duyen was dubbed unworthy of the crown because of her unremarkable appearance and academic profile. Her every move was watched closely and attracted attention online and, inevitably, criticism. There is a theory that people becoming beauty queens at 19 or 20 are more affected by public opinion. Pham Kim Dung, CEO of Sen Vang … [Read more...] about The real and exaggerated pressures of beauty crowns

The first kilometer of the running track will take runners by the Independence Palace on Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, surrounded by lush trees. Held for the first time in Ho Chi Minh City, VnExpress Marathon will give runners of all four distances (5, 10, 21, 42 km) the chance to explore the city's stunning roads and famous landmarks. 500 meters from the Independence Palace, runners will head towards Paris Commune Square highlighted by French architectural works, including 140-year-old Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office. This place is famous for ca phe bet , litterally meaning " coffee on the ground." The Saigon Opera House and five-star hotels on Dong Khoi Street will be other highlights of the track. This area is close to the start and finish line, suitable for runners to make their accommodation plans. Right in front of Nguyen Hue pedestrian street, the People's Committee headquarters is a unique architectural … [Read more...] about HCMC emblems featured in VnExpress Marathon night run

The overall design of the VnExpress Marathon Ho Chi Minh City Midnight medals represents the French colonial architecture in Saigon which prevailed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as demonstrated in famous buildings including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office. The People's Committee headquarters is depicted in the medal's center. The 110 year-old building is inspired by the city hall of Paris, with the facade overlooking the Saigon River. VnExpress Marathon Ho Chi Minh City Midnight medal. Photo by VM Dark purple is the medal's main color, inspired by the city's starry night sky. "We hope runners can enjoy a sparkling Saigon at night," the organizers said. In addition to historical imprints, the medals also include images of modern symbols such as Ba Son Bridge, Bitexco, Landmark 81, and Masterise luxury apartments... These destination will be appear on the running route of VnExpress Marathon Ho Chi Minh City Midnight. The … [Read more...] about VnExpress Marathon Ho Chi Minh City Midnight medals unveiled

The Hanoi Basketball Academy (HNBA) co-founded by Hanoi Buffaloes basketball club has successfully organized a selection day for young players from 10 to 17 years old. The event took place over two weekends at Hoang Mai Gymnasium, attracting hundreds of young basketball lovers. The participants, born between 2005 and 2013, had a chance to experience and become familiar with tests in a professional sports environment. "Today's recruitment was very fun, and I met lots of new friends from all over Hanoi,” said Le Thanh Cong, one of the participants. “Through the tests, I was able to know more about my basketball skills and ability. “Thank you HNBA for organizing a healthy playground." A boy takes part in a test during the selection day of the Hanoi Basketball Academy (HNBA). Photo: VBA Following various physical and basketball tests, the HNBA coaching staff, including the head coach of Hanoi Buffaloes Eric Weissling, selected 20 young boys and girls with good … [Read more...] about Hanoi Buffaloes nurtures young basketball talents

Hundreds of football fans gathered at Hanoi's Noi Bai Airport to welcome the Vietnamese national football team after their defeat in the AFF Cup final. Hundreds of football fans gathered at Hanoi's Noi Bai Airport  to welcome the Vietnamese national football team on January 17 The runners-up landed at 6 pm on January 17 after a two-hour flight from Thailand where they lost 1-0 to Thailand in the second leg of the AFF Cup 2022 final on January 16. Thailand’s victory left them 3-2 winners on aggregate, successfully defending their championship title. The first leg took place at Vietnam’s My Dinh Stadium and ended in a 2-2 draw. Head coach Park Hang Seo and his players were warmly welcomed home with lots of flowers at the airport. Midfielder Bui Tien Dung poses for a photo with a football fan While the players were enthusiastically talking and taking photos with their fans, coach Park looked a bit sad. He waved his hands to the … [Read more...] about Vietnam team welcomed home after AFF Cup defeat

The tickets, which allow Park and his wife to travel unlimited times between the two countries, were given as a gift for his dedication to his work in Vietnam for the last five years. Park’s contract with the Vietnam national football team will end on January 31. The Vietnam-Thailand match in Bangkok on Monday in the AFF Cup final was his last time leading the team. Thailand defeated Vietnam 1-0 for the championship. "Coach Park will stop leading the Vietnamese team, but the love and respect of tens of millions of fans for him will last forever," Vietnam Airlines said in a statement. Park became the head coach of the men's football team at the end of 2017 and quickly helped Vietnamese football regain the interest of home fans by leading Vietnam to runner-up in the Asian U23 tournament in early 2018. Park’s five-year journey helped Vietnam achieve its successes, including an AFF Cup championship, two Sea Games gold medals and participation in the final qualifying round of the … [Read more...] about Coach Park gets lifetime tickets from Vietnam Airlines

A total of 420 private placements of corporate bonds worth approximately 244.6 trillion VND (10.43 billion USD) were made in 2022. ( Photo: VTV) Hanoi (VNA) – A total of 420 private placements of corporate bond s worth approximately 244.6 trillion VND (10.43 billion USD) were made in 2022, accounting for 96% of the total issuance value and marking a year-on-year decrease of 66 %, according to Vietnam Bond Market Association ( VBMA ). In 2022, the banking group was the largest issuer of private corporate bonds with a value of VND 136.77 trillion VND, accounting for 53.6% of the total issuance value. The average issuance term of this group is 5.47 years, and the average annual interest rate 5.48%. The real estate group was the runner-up with an issuance value of nearly 52 trillion VND, accounting for 20.4% of the total issuance value. Compared to 2021, the value of bonds issued by real estate businesses decreased by nearly 76%. In 2022, businesses bought back 210.83 … [Read more...] about Volume of corporate bond’s private placement decrease by 66% in 2022