Weekend LaoDong

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sticky fish - better wood than better paint

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Thoi loi fish along with devil-faced fish are probably the 2 types of fish with the ugliest appearance in the world with rough, bulging eyes and gray skin, body shaped like a dry tree. Not only ugly, Thoi loi is also the most bizarre creature on the planet, because they know how to swim, crawl, fly, and climb trees. However, the meat of Thoi loi is crunchy, just thinking about it makes tears well up.

Director - Meritorious Artist Nguyen Mai Hien: "Green Highlands" is a challenge for me

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Director - Meritorious Artist Nguyen Mai Hien said that he challenged himself when making the movie "Green Highlands" - a television project that deeply explores the image of the People's Police soldier.

Without fierce chases, without breathtaking gunfights, the film is a silent journey of sticking to the village, sticking to the people of the Police force amidst countless difficulties in the highlands. Sharing with Lao Dong Newspaper, director Mai Hien told about the journey of overcoming difficulties and the "one-sided" spirit of the whole crew to bring the most authentic work.

From street food to the kitchen of the world

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Ho Chi Minh City has just been voted by Time Out as the destination with the most attractive street food in the world in 2026, surpassing many famous "food capitals" such as Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Bangkok...

Ai Phuong: I have compressed the energy inside for too long

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After the "Sisters Who Make Waves" journey, Ai Phuong introduced "musical personality" Rachel P with the song "Gentle and Gentle". The female singer affirmed that this is not a "makeover", but a time when she chooses to live more honestly with her core values.

To allow workers to access the cultural industry

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Building and improving the spiritual life of workers is always concerned. But perhaps it is time, besides mass art programs, to create conditions for those who directly create wealth for society to enjoy professional culture.

National Cultural Card Good idea but still needs to be carefully studied

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Proposing the National Cultural Card aims to promote the consumption of cultural products. According to NSND Vuong Duy Bien - former Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Chairman of the Vietnam Association for Cultural Industry Development, this is a good idea, but it needs to be carefully researched to ensure feasibility when implemented.

Building a culture of law compliance into habits and standards of conduct

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When discussing at the Group on the Draft Law on Dissemination and Education of Law (amended) in the First Extraordinary Session of the 16th National Assembly on the morning of August 4, Hanoi delegation delegate - Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Hoai Son emphasized the need to clarify the content of the concept of "culture of law compliance".

Investing human resources for the cultural industry

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The cultural industry is on a strong development trajectory, leading to demand and major challenges in human resource training in many stages and fields.

Family becomes more connected from out-of-town meals

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Amidst the busy pace of life, family meals are still a precious time for family members to gather and share after a day of work and study. However, according to many families, occasionally changing the space with a meal outside is also a way to refresh emotions and increase connection between family members.

Cu Thi Tra: I want the audience to remember my efforts

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Turning from economics to acting, Cu Thi Tra entered the profession with small roles and learned little by little on set. In a conversation with Lao Dong Newspaper, the actress recounted the times of pressure to the point of wanting to quit her career, how she faced praise and criticism, and wanted to be remembered by the audience as an actress who always strives to innovate herself.

Change the weekend with fragrant, fatty, and nutritious Russian-style soup

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If you are familiar with traditional soup dishes, you can change the taste of your weekend meal with a fragrant, fatty, and rich Russian-style soup. The combination of beef, vegetables and fatty butter and milk sauce creates an attractive flavor, suitable for the whole family to enjoy together. According to the book "Nutritious Food" (Women's Publishing House), the soup has a cooking time of about 60 minutes, is not too fussy and can be easily made.

Kazan is vibrant and quiet

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In mid-June, reading information about Prime Minister Le Minh Hung's visit to Kazan (Tartarstan Republic, Russian Federation), I became curious to learn about Kazan, and then decided to go with relatives to a place called the 3rd capital of Russia, after Moscow and St. Petersburg.

"The biggest goal of actors is to reach the audience"

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Sharing with Lao Dong Newspaper, despite considering himself a "true poor artist" and choosing a simple, discreet lifestyle, actor To Dung still always maintains the fire of passionate profession and serious, civilized artistic thinking.

Closing the 2G mission

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From September 15, 2026, according to the management agency's roadmap, telecommunications businesses will stop broadcasting 2G networks nationwide. After more than 3 decades of accompanying people, the technology that once opened the era of mobile information in Vietnam will officially complete its mission.

Western duck curry, the flavor of reunion days

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In the Mekong Delta, there is a familiar flavor to the point that just hearing the faint fragrance from the kitchen corner, people immediately know that the house is about to have a party or gathering. That dish is both simple and luxurious in a very unique way of people in the river region: Duck curry.