Culture
Celebrating the 43rd Anniversary of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day (November 20, 1982 – November 20, 2025)
The origin of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day (November 20) 👉 Teaching has always been regarded as one of the most honorable professions — a noble mission of “cultivating people.” Teachers, wherever they are, have long been among the most respected individuals in society. But where did this special day, November 20, come from? 🌟 The origin […]
Review after watching “Red Rain”
Red Rain is a military feature film about the Vietnamese revolutionary war, written by novelist Chu Lai. Released on August 22, 2025, with a runtime of 124 minutes, the film left lasting emotions for many viewers, including myself as an employee of Help All 247 who watched it during the recent National Day holiday. The […]
Mid-Autumn festival: Discover its origins, meaning, and traditions in Vietnam
Origins and meaning The Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month (October 6, 2025, in the Gregorian calendar), is also known as the “Full Moon Festival” or the “Festival of Reunion.” It is a meaningful holiday for children in many East and Southeast Asian countries such as Vietnam, China, and […]
The origins and significance of the 15th day of the 7th Lunar month in East Asian culture
Meaning and origins The 15th day of the 7th lunar month, also known as “Rằm tháng Bảy” in Vietnamese, corresponds to September 6, 2025 in the solar calendar that year. It is one of the most important and long-standing traditional festivals deeply connected to the spiritual life of the Vietnamese people, as well as many […]
Proud Milestone – 80 Years of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (09/02/1945 – 09/02/2025)
1. Historical significance of September 2nd On September 2, 1945, at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, President Ho Chi Minh solemnly read the Declaration of Independence, marking the birth of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam) and declared to the world: “The Vietnamese people have the right to freedom and […]
Qixi Festival (7th day of the 7th Lunar month) – A traditional celebration rich in East Asian cultural spirit
Held on the 7th day of the 7th lunar month—falling on August 29, 2025 this year—the Qixi Festival originated in China and is celebrated across several East Asian countries, including Vietnam, Japan, and South Korea. Also known in Vietnam as the “Ngau Festival” or “the day of separated lovers,” it is deeply linked to the […]
What is Tết Đoan Ngọ? Discover the Meaning and Traditions of Vietnam’s “Pest-Expelling Festival”
Tết Đoan Ngọ, also known as the “Pest-Expelling Festival,” is one of Vietnam’s oldest traditional holidays. Celebrated on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month, this festival is deeply rooted in Vietnamese culture. It reflects spiritual beliefs,closely tied to agricultural life, honors nature and ancestors, and focuses on health and seasonal change. 1. What […]
May – In Remembrance of Uncle Ho – Commemorating the 135th Birthday of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890 – May 19, 2025)
A Historic Journey that Began at Nha Rong Wharf (Bến Nhà Rồng) On June 5, 1911, at Nha Rong Wharf (Saigon), a 21-year-old young man named Nguyen Tat Thanh quietly boarded the ship Amiral Latouche-Tréville to begin a journey in search of a path to national salvation. That journey, which spanned 30 years, would ultimately […]
Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of South Vietnam (April 30, 1975 – April 30, 2025): The Spirit of the Great Spring Victory Lives On
Historic Milestone April 30, 1975 – The Day of Liberation of South Vietnam and National ReunificationAt 5:30 AM on April 30, 1975, the Vietnam People’s Army launched the final offensive, advancing directly into the center of Saigon. By 11:30 AM, the gates of Independence Palace were broken down, and the Liberation Army’s flag flew at […]
Falling more in love with Vietnamese Traditional Clothing through the Program “Brother Overcoming Thousands of Obstacles” Setting a Guinness Record
Traditional clothing is an inseparable part of Vietnamese life and culture, expressing identity across regions and eras. Each style and material contains the essence of the nation, reflecting the beauty of Vietnamese culture. Áo dài – Symbol of Vietnamese Beauty One cannot mention Vietnamese traditional clothing without the Áo dài – a symbol of gentleness […]