Weekend LaoDong

Dr. Vo Tri Thanh: Cultural industry creates opportunities for Vietnam on the map of the world's creative economy

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Cultural industry or creative economy is not a new concept but seems to be a new direction full of potential to affirm Vietnam's position on the world's creative economic map.

Maintaining the craft of weaving and weaving of the H'Mong people in the highlands of Son La

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For generations, the H'Mong people in many mountainous villages of Son La have diligently grown flax, seeds, and fabric. The woodenodenoden frames by the fire, skillful hands not only make a beautiful fabric but also weave a unique cultural identity, attached to the life and spirituality of the people of this remote place.

A place where puppetry is always bright

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The waterfall is one of the unique cultural heritages, not only reflecting rural life and agricultural beliefs but also preserving the spirit of entertainment, optimism and folk science of the Vietnamese people.

Vietnamese soul on the autumn leaves

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On thin foam leaves like mist, artisan Quan Thi Cuc diligently uses each needle to create a sophisticated world.

Check-in for a dreamy Autumn Festival in Moc Chau

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When the first cold winds of the dry season swept through the hillsides, carrying the barren mist of the mountainous areas, Moc Chau plateau changed its appearance.

Behind the global matcha fever

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Japanese matcha green tea is creating a global wave, bringing pride, anxiety and changes in the traditional agricultural sector of Phu Tang.

Beautiful women

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Vietnamese women are always associated with the 8 golden words that Uncle Ho gives to Vietnamese Heroic Women, immutable, loyal, and responsible - in other words, "good at national affairs, good at housework".

The Journey From Office employee to tango Dancer

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The journey from office worker to tango dancer was difficult, but Ms. Alice Nguyen Thi Thanh Phuong felt that all the trade-offs were completely worth it.

Female union officials - those who sow the seeds of happiness

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In the 96-year flow of the Vietnam Trade Union, the image of female union officials always leaves a special mark: Strong, resilient in work, gentle, and devoted in daily life. In any position, from factory, industrial park to administrative agency, they still silently contribute, keeping the two words "home": Their own home and their big home - the community of Vietnamese workers and laborers.

Always think, act and share for workers

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When asked about the proposal and recommendation, Ms. Nguyen Thi Dung - Canon Vietnam Co., Ltd. - hoped that the Party, State, and the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor would continue to pay more attention to the material and spiritual life and working conditions of workers in industrial parks and export processing zones. A petition stems from the responsibility and affection of a female union official for union members and workers.

Two marks of contemporary literature

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Writers Bui Viet Sy and Vinh Quyen, both from Lao Dong Newspaper, have just won the Second Prize at the 1st Literature and Arts Times novel Composition Contest (2023 - 2025) held on October 10 (there is no First Prize this year). Both of them devoted all their heart to literature, sending their spiritual contemplation through the award-winning works: "Stone paving the road" by Bui Viet Sy and "Thuong ngan" by Vinh Quyen.

Singer Duyen Quynh: I don't want to be alone in noise, I want to be remembered for my job

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In a conversation with a reporter from Lao Dong Newspaper, singer Duyen Quynh opened up about her journey to start a career from the number 0, the unexpected turns of her career, how she faced the press, and especially the journey to bring the song "Cursue the story of peace" - a new composition by musician Nguyen Van Chung closer to the public.

Vietnamese Women's Day poetry page: Being yourself

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In life, each person often has to take on many roles; each role carries responsibility and obligation towards family and society. Vietnamese women for thousands of years have been conditionally associated with sacrifice, for others, many women dare to be themselves, live according to their wishes.

It is time for feminism or gender equality to overcome comparison and fight against men as the opposite; but women themselves need to be beautiful in what they strive for most. As British novelist George Eliot said: "It's never too late to be what you can be."

Wishing true women to become happy on the occasion of October 20 and have joy every day, no matter how small.

player Duong Thi Thao: Small girl conquers all record levels

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Duong Thi Thao is the most notable athlete in Vietnam. The 19-year-old girl showed high performance, broke 2 national youth records within two months and was predicted by experts to have good potential for development in the future.

Cape Verde team: The world dream from the wind island

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The 2026 World Cup will welcome a small, all-new Cape Verde team from the middle of the ocean...

Preserving Muong culture in the flow of integration

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After the three provinces of Phu Tho, Vinh Phuc and Hoa Binh merged into the new Phu Tho province, the Muong Hoa Binh community - which has a long history of culture - officially integrated into a larger administrative space.

AI reshapes the daily life of a country of a billion people

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From courthouses, classrooms to smart houses, artificial intelligence (AI) is seeping into every corner of Chinese people's lives. This strong development not only reflects technological advances but also demonstrates the aspiration to create a comfortable, effective and humane society.

Love, a silent source behind diplomat Nguyen Thi Binh

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The Vietnamese and international public often remember Ms. Nguyen Thi Binh as a sharp, steadfast strategist at the Paris Agreement negotiation table.

Keeping the fire of wood carving

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In a small workshop with a new wood scent, Mr. Dao Xuan Thach (1983, Cam Giang Commune - Hai Phong) is still diligent in carving wood on the mortar and table, with his hands rolling and creating every line of vividness. For him, each wooden boat is a soulful animal, each work is a story about Vietnamese culture that he wants to send to all over the world.

arousing expectations for an international river city

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Tre Publishing House has just introduced to readers the book "Saigon, the River Capital" by author Tran Huu Phuc Tien - an elaborate documentary work, harmonizing the historical, cultural perspective and vision of modern urban development.