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for eight matches as he had attacked an assistant referee following a lost game earlier this week. The player, 31-year-old Nguyen Van Quyet, who just won the prestigious Vietnam Golden Ball for the second time in February this year, was also slapped with a fine of VND40 million (US$1,703). Quyet attacked assistant referee Nguyen Le Nguyen Thanh after Hanoi FC lost 1-3 to Topenland Binh Dinh in the seventh round of the 2023 V-League 1, the top professional football league in Vietnam, on Monday. Assistant referee Thanh affirmed that Quyet thrusted his elbow into his chest, causing him to suffer from difficulty breathing, according to news site VnExpress . The Hanoi FC striker and skipper was immediately shown a red card at the pitch. One day later, Quyet made a phone call to Thanh to apologize to him and also issued an apology on social media, VnExpress reported. Striker Nguyen Van Quyet celebrates his 100th goal at the top-tier V-League 1, April 13, 2023. Photo: Minh D...

Thai Hai village is located in the north of Thai Nguyen province and is the only Southeast Asian representative to make the global list. Situated just an hour drive from Hanoi, the site covers an area of 70 hectares and is home to a total of 30 traditional stilt houses belonging to the Tay ethnic minority people. The village is capable of accommodating roughly 500 guests, thereby allowing tourists to participate in eco-tourism activities whilst exploring the traditional culture and lifestyle of the local Tay people. Visitors to the area can experience daily living alongside villagers, taking part in activities such as growing and collecting vegetables, as well as going fishing and having fun by playing traditional games. In 2022, a total of 136 villages of 57 UNWTO member countries were nominated for the title. Of the total, 32 villages from 18 countries globally were awarded the title, with some of the villages featured including Dazhai of China, Pyeongsa-ri of the Republic o...

A fancy kite in the shape of a girl dressed in Ao Dai (traditional long dress) A dolphin-shaped kite is prepared for release. The kite flying festival aims to celebrate the Hung Kings Commemoration Day which occurs on the 10th day of the third lunar month, National Reunification Day on April 30, as well as International Labour Day on May 1. A craftsman is putting the finishing touches to his work. The weather on the morning of April 29 is very favourable for flying kites to fly high. Craftsmen put the finishing touches to the kite before releasing it. Testing the string before releasing the kite Vu Dinh Luc of the Vietnam kite club makes some preparations before flying his kites. Along with the kites, street music, modern dance, a Don Ca Tai Tu music performance, and lion dances are expected to excite visitors at the festival. The post Vung Tau kite flying festival excites crowds appeared fir...

Ben Tre , a beautiful province in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam, is known for its lush green landscapes, winding rivers, and friendly locals. From the bustling city of Ben Tre to the tranquil villages of the countryside, there is something for everyone to explore. One of the best things to experience is the mouth-watering traditional foods. Keo Dua (Coconut candy) Photo: Mekongsmiletour When we mention Ben Tre, Keo Dua (Coconut candy) is one of the most well-known delicacies of this land that is recommended to the tourists coming here and is loved by a lot of people. With the characteristic sweet and greasy flavor of coconut, the candies are made with many colors of green, milky white, and brown. Its taste and textures leave a wonderful feeling in your mouth that makes you fall in love. The candy has a sweet taste, soft and easy to chew, and is carefully packaged for other supermarkets all around Vietnam. Coconut candy is made from simple ingredients: coconut milk...