Weekend LaoDong

Spreading reading culture from "zero-dong libraries

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From free public libraries in Ho Chi Minh City to "zero-dong library" models built by the community in Hanoi, the expansion of reading space is showing a practical direction to bring books closer to people, especially children, students and low-income people.

Traces of time

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Time has no shape. We cannot see it, nor can we keep it. But every day that passes, time still quietly leaves its mark on everything.

From concerts to cinema, Vietnamese identity becomes a "specialty

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From concerts gathering tens of thousands of spectators to historical and folk culture films reaching hundreds of billions of VND in revenue, Vietnamese identity is becoming a competitive advantage of the entertainment industry.

Vietnamese music is still waiting for a major breakthrough

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The Vietnamese music market is becoming vibrant with a series of albums and EPs by Hieuthuhai, Binz, MONO, GREY D, Chi Pu, Noo Phuoc Thinh... Projects are increasingly meticulous in terms of ideas and images, but the large number of songs has not created a "hit" that is strong enough to transcend the boundaries of the fan community.

Honoring and continuing the values of peace and humanity of the L.N. Tolstoy Prize

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On July 24, 2026, the Jury of the International Peace Prize named after Lev Tolstoy met and voted to unanimously award the 2026 award to General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam To Lam. This is a special event with profound cultural diplomacy significance. On this occasion, Lao Dong Newspaper had a conversation with Assoc. Prof. Dr. of Art Studies Nguyen Thi Minh Thai.

Challenges from the psychology of not wanting to have children

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Many young people expressed their frank opinion that they do not want to have children. The reason given is fear of financial pressure, wanting to live freely, without constraints.

Touching the mortal realm

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Stepping into Tay Phuong Pagoda (Hanoi), what attracts tourists is not only the ancient tiled roof or the elaborate carved beams, but also the faces silently looking out from the dark. The statues, including 18 Arhat statues, each with its own appearance, spirit, like 18 different fates of people.

Caution against the wave of fake artificial intelligence

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Artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming a familiar tool in learning and work. But along with the speed of AI popularization, fake applications ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini are also being used by cybercriminals as "covers" to spread malware, steal data and take control of devices.

Dream of settling down

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In the old days, parents often spent their whole lives for their children to have a home. But today, many young people go to work very early, saving every penny, but the house is still in front of them waving.

Table tennis player Tran Mai Ngoc: The Gold Medal of the National Sports Festival brings many emotions

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Tran Mai Ngoc had a memorable result in table tennis at the X-2026 National Sports Games when she won the women's singles championship. This is considered a valuable achievement for Tran Mai Ngoc herself.

Preventing toxic short videos from surrounding users

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Just wanting to watch a few minutes before bed, many young people are swept away by dozens of videos about jealousy, adultery, mother-in-law - daughter-in-law, superstition... until after midnight. When algorithms continuously push shocking and negative content, the harm is not only time-consuming but also affecting sleep, concentration and how users perceive life.

Duong Lam, where the soul of the countryside still exists

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It took 3 years to return to Duong Lam ancient village (Hanoi) and see that the countryside has become more spacious, prosperous and more tourist-oriented with eateries, cafes, check-in costume rental points; but still retains the soul of an ancient Vietnamese village with hundred-year-old laterite houses and brick alleys stained with time...

Milestones in 97 years of Lao Dong history

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August 14, 1929:

The first issue of Lao Dong Newspaper was printed in clay, on Dap Cau paper, one side assembled and one side smooth, size 22x30cm, in a small 10m2 room in Thong Phong alley, Hang Bot street (Hanoi). The newspaper's personnel was initially headed by Mr. Nguyen Duc Canh as Editor-in-Chief, with 2 journalists: Tran Hong Van (Tran Hoc Hai) and a female party member named Thu Van. In 1929, Lao Dong Newspaper published 4 issues.

Preparing marriage skills to help young people firmly build a family

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Experts believe that premarital education not only equips knowledge but also helps couples prepare psychology, skills and dialogue before entering family life, contributing to limiting post-marital conflicts.

Finding a young player to follow in the footsteps

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Many years ago, Vietnamese badminton diligently searched for answers to the thorny question: "Who will succeed Tien Minh?". Finding a young athlete to succeed famous badminton player Nguyen Tien Minh when he no longer competes in top tournaments has made the management of the Vietnamese Sports sector and the Vietnam Badminton Federation unable to solve it most effectively.

Statistics on the "soft infrastructure" of the cultural industry

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To make the cultural industry a new driving force for growth, Vietnam not only needs good works, strong businesses or large markets. A fundamental requirement is to measure how much revenue, jobs, intellectual property and value the industry is generating for the economy. Without a reliable statistical system, it is very difficult to plan policies, allocate resources or correctly identify areas with breakthrough potential.

Learning from heritage to nurture love for Hue culture

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No longer standing still in preserved glass frames, Hue's heritage is gradually entering school life in a very different, close, lively and emotional way.

Lao Dong Newspaper creates positive changes in the highlands of Lao Cai

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According to Chairman of Lao Cai Provincial People's Committee - Nguyen Tuan Anh (photo), a lot of information from Lao Dong Newspaper has contributed to helping the government promptly grasp reality, remove difficulties for people and businesses, and at the same time spread beautiful stories, adding motivation for development for the highlands.

Lao Dong Newspaper - a reliable friend of the Trade Union organization and workers

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To celebrate the 97th anniversary of the first issue of Lao Dong Newspaper (August 14, 1929 - August 14, 2026), many trade union officials shared their feelings and recognition for Lao Dong Newspaper.

U60 backpacker rides motorbike to conquer Xinjiang, Tibet

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On his favorite motorbike, Mr. Phung Le Phan (HCMC) crossed dangerous roads, setting foot in Everest Base Camp, Kailash Mountain and many famous scenic spots of China.