Young teacher lighting up the dreams of highland children
Young teacher Sung Thi Say, an ethnic Mong, has dedicated many years to her beloved school, bringing joy and hope to disadvantaged highland students through her devotion and tireless efforts. She always stays close to her students, providing timely guidance and extra support. Respected and cherished by both students and the local community as a family member, Say finds motivation to remain committed to her teaching career in this challenging land. For many consecutive years, she has been honored with the title of Emulation Fighter by the Bac Me District People’s Committee. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA
Young teacher Sung Thi Say carries a willing to sow knowledge in hardship-stricken lands. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA
Teacher Sung Thi Say during a lesson for first-grade students preparing for the new school year. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA
The joy shared between teacher Say and her students after each lesson. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA
Teacher Sung Thi Say during a handwriting lesson for first-grade students in the locality, preparing for the new school year. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA
Sung Thi Say often visits households to encourage parents to send their children to school. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA
She makes phone calls to check on her family during harsh evenings. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA
Ma Lung satellite school in Na Pong hamlet, Giap Trung commune, Tuyen Quang province, where Say works, still faces numerous difficulties and a lack of facilities. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA
Transportation in the area remains difficult. To reach the school, Say must travel along precarious mountain paths—dangerous yet unavoidable. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA
The first joint rehearsal for celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day to be held on September 2 took place at 8:00 pm on August 21 at Ba Dinh Square (Hanoi). The forces participating in the first rehearsal received a warm welcome from tens of thousands of people of Hanoi as they marched through the streets. VNA Photo
The first joint rehearsal for celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day to be held on September 2 took place at 8:00 pm on August 21 at Ba Dinh Square (Hanoi). VNA Photo
Tay Ninh has been preserving and promoting the traditional craft of lion head making together with the art of lion and dragon dance. With their skillful hands, artisans meticulously craft vibrant lion heads, which, when combined with lion and dragon dance performances during festivals, Lunar New Year, and cultural programs, helping to enrich the spiritual life of the community. This contributes to preserving and spreading the province’s distinctive cultural identity. Photo: Giang Phuong – VNA
Cross Rock, a natural stone formation in the middle of a vast plain in southern Dong Nai province, is a well-known scenic site and an ideal destination for weekend outings. Locals often call it “Elephant Rock” because its shape resembles a giant elephant lying peacefully in the fields. From afar, visitors can easily spot the massive gray monolith, standing out against the endless green of rice paddies. Photo: Hồng Đạt – VNA
Bo Y holds a strategically important position at the Indochina Junction, bordering Laos and Cambodia. The commune has a population of more than 35,000, mostly ethnic minorities living in 30 hamlets and villages. In recent years, Bo Y has focused on supporting residents in settlement and economic development. Photo: Cao Nguyen – VNA
As the National Day approaches, more residents and visitors have been heading to streets to take photos, capturing memories of the nation’s grand celebration. VNA Photo: Khánh Hòa
Hundreds of workers from ministries, central agencies, localities, and enterprises are racing against time to complete the final stages - from booth construction and landscape decoration to technical installations - for the exhibition celebrating Vietnam’s achievements over the past 80 years, which will be held from August 28 to September 5 at the National Exposition Centre. The exhibition themed “80 Years of Independence – Freedom – Happiness” will be the first major event hosted at the National Exposition Centre, which covers hundreds of thousands of square metres, and is designed to international standards and can accommodate various activities such as exhibitions, seminars, artistic performances, and outdoor events. Photo: VNA
Thuan Hoa Commune Police (Tuyen Quang) visit households to raise awareness among residents about the dangers of storing weapons and explosives. This effort helps change perceptions, fosters self-awareness, and encourages people to voluntarily hand over weapons and homemade guns, contributing to maintaining peace in villages. Photo: Minh Tam – VNA
Gia Lai is affirming its position as the “new hub” for high-tech agricultural projects in the Central Highlands thanks to vast land resources, a mild climate, fertile soil, and an open investment environment. In recent years, the province has attracted many large-scale projects in cultivation and livestock farming, contributing to increasing added value, creating jobs, and moving towards sustainable exports. Photo: Hong Diep – VNA
Located by the 1,200-hectare Nai Lagoon, Hon Thien mural village (Xuan Hai Commune, Khanh Hoa Province) captivates visitors with its rustic beauty. Forty murals painted on local homes vividly depict the lives of fishermen, traditional customs, and the natural landscapes of southern Khanh Hoa. The village is an ideal destination for art lovers seeking tranquility and a glimpse into the coastal cultural heritage. Photo: Nguyễn Thành – VNA
