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President Arrives in London to Attend Coronation of King Charles III

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President Vo Van Thuong arrives at Heathrow International Airport in London on May 4 afternoon (local time). Photo: VNA During his stay, the Vietnamese President is scheduled to meet King Charles III and Queen Camilla, leaders of the British government, parliament, and several Cabinet ministers, thereby further tightening ties between Vietnam and the UK Government and monarchy as well as contributing to enhancing political trust and relations between the two countries, according to VietnamPlus. The Vietnamese State leader is also due to meet representatives of leading economic corporations and educational institutions, and friendship organisations that have made significant contributions to the development of bilateral relations. After his arrival, Thuong met with representatives of the Vietnamese community in the UK, VOV said. State President Vo Van Thuong (centre) presents a gift to the Association of Overseas Vietnamese in the UK. Photo: VNA The President...

Hospital doctor departs for Mister Universe Tourism in Indonesia

The local contestant brought with him several pieces of luggage weighing over 70kg, including a 25-kg traditional costume. Hoang Son is currently working as a doctor at the Military Hospital 175 in Ho Chi Minh City. The man is 1.85 metres tall, weighs 80 kg, and has measurements of 105-78-105. The 27-year-old doctor shared prior to his departure that he would promote Vietnam as a dynamic and modern country to international friends at the contest. Mister Universe Tourism is one of the world’s five largest male pageants, alongside Mister World, Mister International, Manhunt International, and Mister Global. The main goal of the annual pageant is to discover fresh talent who is able to promote tourism worldwide. The pageant has been postponed for the past three years due to the development of the COVID-19 pandemic, with this year marking the fourth edition of the contest. Mister Universe Tourism 2023 is getting underway in Bali, Indonesia, from March 12 to 21 with the participat...

Café Crawls: A Breezy Stroll Through Vung Tau

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The coffee route. Screenshot by Ollie Nguyen. Vung Tau is a port city and the capital of Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province, which is located on a southern Vietnam peninsula, a mere two hours drive from HCMC or two hours flight from Hanoi. Vacationers have flocked to Vung Tau for generations, eager to soak in the charismatic town’s sun and waves, making it a desirable destination for you to visit as summer approaches. 6:20 AM at Ba Ria – Vung Tau beach, witnessing the sunrise. Photo: Ryan Terry Valley Beach – Vung Tau. Photo: Ollie Le Nguyen 1st café: Marina Club & Coffee – 3 Ha Long, Ward 2, Vung Tau The Marina Club & Coffee in Vung Tau is a well-known, freshly remodeled restaurant-lounge-café complex in the heart of the seaside city. Its latest renovations provide a stunning ocean view and a Mediterranean-style ambiance, making it a must-see for travelers. If you’re looking for a place to enjoy a refreshing detox drink or a refreshing cocktail, thi...