Viet Nam News byTrần Thị Diệp 9:30 pm. The street, strewn with rustling dry yellow leaves coming down from the trees, was ready for a strong wind after this breeze in the small township of Phu Sa. A stem of purple orchids hanging down like a screen seemed to cover part of the table where Thiên An was silently watching her hot coffee drip into her cup drop by drop from the percolator. “One hundred and seventeen, now eighteen, now one hundred and nineteen,” she counted. Suddenly a roll of thunder crashed in the sky and startled her. From the balcony, close to her place, she looked at the dim street lamps below while above her head the sky turned overcast. Then suddenly a ray of lightning burst across the darkness while the thunder kept on rolling from afar. From the coffee house, Thiên An rang her husband. “Are you ready to come home right now and pick me up on the way?” she asked. “Of course, I might reach home in thirty … [Read more...] about That rainy night
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India says carried out air strike on ‘terror camps’ inside Pakistan
The move dramatically escalated tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors who have fought three wars against each other. The confrontation follows a growing rift between the arch-foes since a Feb. 14 suicide bombing in the disputed Kashmir region, claimed by a Pakistani-based militant group, killed at least 40 Indian paramilitary police. New Delhi blamed Islamabad, which denies having a role in the attack. Pakistan downplayed Tuesday’s incident, saying there were no casualties and that Indian jets "released a payload" hastily in a forest area after crossing Kashmir’s Line of Control (LoC), which acts as a de facto border between the two countries. "Air Force carried out aerial strike early morning today at terror camps across the LoC (Line of Control) and Completely destroyed it," India’s minister of state for agriculture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, said on Twitter. Pakistan’s military confirmed Indian aircraft violated its airspace but said "no infrastructure … [Read more...] about India says carried out air strike on ‘terror camps’ inside Pakistan
California searches for 1,000 missing in its deadliest fire
California searches for 1,000 missing in its deadliest fire The Saigon Times Daily Employees of Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) work in the aftermath of the Camp Fire in Paradise, California, U.S., November 14, 2018 – PHOTO: REUTERS PARADISE (REUTERS) - Forensic recovery teams pressed their search for more victims in the flame-ravaged northern California town of Paradise on Friday as authorities sought clues to the fate of about 1,000 people reported missing in the state’s deadliest wildfire on record. Remains of at least 71 people have been recovered in and around a Sierra foothills hamlet that was home to nearly 27,000 residents before the town, 175 miles (280 km) north of San Francisco, was largely incinerated by the deadly Camp Fire on the night of Nov. 8. More than a week later, firefighters have managed to carve containment lines around 45% of the blaze’s perimeter, up from 35% a day earlier, even as the burned landscape grew slightly to 142,000 … [Read more...] about California searches for 1,000 missing in its deadliest fire
Quake-hit Indonesia asks for help, graves dug for 1,000-plus
Viet Nam News PALU, Indonesia — Indonesian volunteers dug mass graves for more than 1,000 bodies on Monday after a quake and tsunami devastated swathes of Sulawesi, as authorities -- struggling to deal with the sheer scale of the disaster -- appealed for international help. Indonesia is no stranger to natural calamities and Jakarta wanted to show that it was able to deal with a catastrophe that has killed at least 832 people so far according to the official toll. But four days on some remote areas have yet to be contacted, medicines are running out and rescuers are struggling with a shortage of heavy equipment to reach desperate victims calling out from the ruins of collapsed buildings. In response, President Joko Widodo opened the door to the dozens of international aid agencies and NGOs lined up to provide live-saving assistance. "Last night, President @jokowi authorized us to accept international help for urgent disaster-response & relief," senior government official … [Read more...] about Quake-hit Indonesia asks for help, graves dug for 1,000-plus
Overseas Vietnamese youths come for annual summer camp
More than 60 young overseas Vietnamese are taking part in the annual Summer Camp that opened Monday in HCM City. — VNA/VNS PhotoViet Nam News HCM CITY — More than 60 young overseas Vietnamese from 10 countries and territories are taking part in the annual Summer Camp that opened Monday in HCM City. The camp, with the theme “Proud of homeland sea and islands” this year, is organised by the HCM City Committee for Overseas Vietnamese and the Hồ Chí Minh Communist Youth Union. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Phùng Công Dũng, chairman of the committee, said the camp offered a great chance for the young attendees to share their feelings and connect with other Vietnamese from all over the world. Participants will visit popular tourist destinations in the city and the central province of Khánh Hòa during the four-day camp. They will take part in a wide range of activities, visiting the Gò Vấp District Orphanage and … [Read more...] about Overseas Vietnamese youths come for annual summer camp
Enjoy nature with TOUCH English Camp 2018
Enjoy nature with TOUCH English Camp 2018The Saigon Times Daily Fun filled activity at a previous TOUCH Camp - PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZER HCMC - TOUCH Camp 2018 – Into the wild will take place in Dong Nai Province late this month, offering participants a chance to get away from the hectic life and digital devices, enjoy nature, improve their skills and make the most of their summer. TOUCH's (TO U from Caring Hearts) English camp is held annually in the summer. Joining the program, participants can immerse themselves in a variety of tough, challenging, and original activities, and have a chance to use English as much as they want since it is the main language. Besides, they will be well equipped with necessary soft skills and survival skills. More importantly, TOUCH will provide participants with the most remarkable experience of their summer and unforgettable memories with other campers. During the camp, which lasts three days and two nights, participants are … [Read more...] about Enjoy nature with TOUCH English Camp 2018
Alonso shines through the night on his Le Mans debut
Fernando Alonso strung together a series of fast laps through the night to set up his Toyota to retake the lead on his 24 Hours of Le Mans debut just after dawn on Sunday (Jun 17). Spanish driver Fernando Alonso shone through the night at Le Mans. (Photo: AFP/Jean-Francois Monier) The Spaniard put the Toyota No. 8 in position for Japanese co-driver Kazuki Nakajima to overtake stablemates Toyota No. 7, driven by Kamui Kobayashi, at 0420 GMT (12.20pm Singapore time). When Alonso took his second turn at the wheel at 0130, the car was 2min 15sec behind No. 7 after the car's third driver, Swiss Sebastien Buemi, had picked up a one-minute "stop and go" penalty for speeding in a temporary slow zone. When Alonso handed over to Nakajima two and a half hours later, the two-time Formula One world champion had closed the gap to 45 seconds, after once again demonstrating his extraordinary ability to adapt, following two brilliant overtaking manoeuvres to claim the lead during his first … [Read more...] about Alonso shines through the night on his Le Mans debut
Happy Bridge night champs: Hong Kong or Italy?
People will witness a battle between the two strongest fireworks teams from Hong Kong (China) and Italy on the third night of Đà Nẵng International Fireworks Festival (DIFF 2018). The theme ‘Happy Bridge’ will not only be illustrated with fireworks in the sky, but also by an art show that promises to be impressive. Rivals The Vulcan, which enjoys its legendary fireworks party on Victoria Harbour (Hong Kong) every New Year, is considered a respectable name. At DIFF 2018, its top fireworks will be a major attraction on the third fireworks night, in keeping with the theme 'Happy Bridge'. Established in 1974, Vulcan has gained international fame with major international awards, such as the Champion of International Fireworks Performance Hannover, Germany – 2009, the Champion of International Firework Performance Championships in Blackpool, England, 2009, the second prize at the Oman Fireworks World Show – 2010 and the third prize in the Quebec … [Read more...] about Happy Bridge night champs: Hong Kong or Italy?
Nigeria’s Boko Haram has abducted more than 1,000 children since 2013: UN
Islamist fighters from Nigeria’s Boko Haram group have abducted more than 1,000 children in the northeast since 2013, the United Nations children’s agency UNICEF said on Friday. The militants regularly took youngsters to spread fear and show power, the agency said on the eve of the fourth anniversary of the abduction of 276 schoolgirls from the town of Chibok, a case that triggered global outrage. “Children in northeastern Nigeria continue to come under attack at a shocking scale,” said Mohamed Malick Fall, UNICEF’s Nigeria head. The agency said it had documented more than 1,000 verified cases, the first time it had published an estimated tally. But the actual number could be much larger, it added. It said it had interviewed one young woman, Khadija, now 17, who was abducted after a Boko Haram attack on her town, then locked in a room, forced to marry one of the fighters and repeatedly raped. She became pregnant and “now lives with her young son in … [Read more...] about Nigeria’s Boko Haram has abducted more than 1,000 children since 2013: UN
Sparkling Dalat at night a different world from the day
Romantic Dalat City in the central highlands of Lam Dong boasts unique characteristics that lure visitors at night: quiet, balmy, yet vivid.When the sun sets, the wind brings cold air up through the hills and mountains while a thin mist coats the flowers and pine trees. Dalat becomes a different world at night than it is during the colourful day.Except for the streets in the city centre, many other roads quickly become quiet and deserted. The elegant villas which nestle under the pine hills also become mysterious in the dark.Although local people usually close their doors soon after the sunlight goes down, many visitors still like to wander on the quiet streets to get soak in the experience even further.Thanks to our guide from Dalat Travel Discovey, we were taken on a wonderful tour throughout the city. As a visitor from the crowded capital of Hanoi, we were overwhelmed by the crisp, fresh, cold air that Dalat offers at night.Our tour drove to Tran Phu Street to visit Con Ga Church, … [Read more...] about Sparkling Dalat at night a different world from the day