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Swimming breaks barriers for people with disabilities
Some disabilities cannot be changed, but determination knows no limits. Born with congenital hip dislocation, Quach Van Vinh from Phuoc Long Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, overcame self-doubt to become a para swimmer. Today, he brings hope to many people facing similar challenges through his free swimming classes.
3D implant restores patient's mobility
Society 01:48A 23-year-old patient, facing the prospect of amputation or permanent ankle fusion after a tumour destroyed most of his talus, has undergone a total talus replacement using a customised 3D-printed titanium implant. The highly specialised procedure is rarely performed worldwide, making this only the third successful case in Vietnam.
Swimming breaks barriers for people with disabilities
Society 01:28Some disabilities cannot be changed, but determination knows no limits. Born with congenital hip dislocation, Quach Van Vinh from Phuoc Long Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, overcame self-doubt to become a para swimmer. Today, he brings hope to many people facing similar challenges through his free swimming classes.
Online scams and trafficking: a growing threat
Society 05:2030 July marks the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. This year’s theme, “Trapped Behind the Scam,” highlights how criminal networks use fake job offers to lure people into scam compounds and force them to commit online fraud.
Vietnam invests in future STEM talent
Society 02:49As countries race to secure the workforce needed for emerging technologies, Vietnam is investing in the next generation of STEM talent. But beyond scholarships and new policies is the challenge of how to equip students with the practical skills required by tomorrow's industries.
The people lighting up Phu Quoc
Society 03:12At Sunset Town in Phu Quoc, fireworks have lit up the sky every day since January 2024. With more than 880 nights of fireworks and nearly 450,000 shells launched, Phu Quoc has created a spectacular new highlight for Vietnam’s tourism. Behind these dazzling moments are the people who work tirelessly behind the scenes to bring the sky to life every evening.
Danish entrepreneur gives plastic waste a second life in Hoi An
Society 02:36Hoi An has long been known as one of Vietnam's most beautiful ancient towns, welcoming millions of domestic and international visitors each year. But as tourism continues to grow, so does the challenge of managing waste.
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