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With Tet, Vietnam Says, ‘Happy New Year!’
Phuong Phan / youthjournalism.org Fireworks over Hanoi celebrated Tet 2013. By Tuan Anh Nguyen Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Viet Nam – Seasonal transition has always seemed a matter of ambiguity. No one can tell spring’s exact arrival, but Tet is definitely knocking on the door when the first drizzle embraces the street. To Vietnamese, the Lunar New Year, or Tet, is the most anticipated holiday of the year. Among Tet’s many days of celebration, the Lunar New Year’s Eve is the center of all attention and preparation. Preparation In contrast to the Chinese tradition, it is advisable to clean the house in this sacred day. To cast away the accumulation of evil matters and old energy, unnecessary objects will be thrown away, dust wiped and furniture rearranged. Under the strong influence of China, red is the dominant … Read entire article »
Filed under: Hanoi, Holidays, Phuong Phan, Tet, Tuan Anh Nguyen, Vietnam
Tet: Time For Tradition, Family, Introspection
Van Nguyen / youthjournalism.org A lantern store in the Old Quarter of Hanoi By Chi Le Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Vietnam – What makes the Tet celebration so special? It is a hard question that I have turned over for quite some time. A friend once said that there are a dozen occasions other than Tet that only happen once a year, so it cannot be a valid reason for the specialness of Tet celebration. Maybe it is the family reunion that could only be feasible on the occasion, or the classic decorations, or simply just a restorative break from schoolwork. No matter what the answer could be, there is no single correct one. So, I’ve decided to let my mind wander towards another direction. I visited the Temple of Literature with my mother yesterday. In … Read entire article »
Filed under: Chi Le, Hanoi, Holidays, Tet, Van Nguyen, Vietnam
Tet Is A Vietnamese Celebration That Deserves Widespread Participation
Van Nguyen / youthjournalism.org Tet decorations at the Van Mieu complex in Hanoi By Van NguyenJunior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Vietnam – Tet is a special occasion that brings family members a weeklong embrace and gives us Vietnamese people precious chances to unwind. After the important first day of New Year, the next ones are when we can go out together and have blissful moments. As spring comes, Hanoi is seemingly coated with a colorfully flowered shirt. The flower market, which plays an integral role in Hanoi’s open air market, floods various streets from Hang Luoc, Hang Cot, Hang Khoai, along Hang Ma to Phung Hung, making it a wonderful place to explore. Roses in many shapes and colors strive to bloom; dreamy violets gently shine amid the vibrant atmosphere at Tet while fragile dahlia generate vague … Read entire article »
Filed under: Hanoi, Holidays, Tet, Van Nguyen, Vietnam
Life Of Pi: Going Beyond The Impossible
By Van Nguyen Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Vietnam – “The reason death sticks so closely to life isn’t biological necessity; it’s envy. Life is so beautiful that death has fallen in love with it, a jealous, possessive love that grabs at what it can.” This conviction is food for thought that the author mentions at the beginning of the soulful, 2002 novel, Life of Pi by Yann Martel. Taking inspiration from Martel’s novel, the original film led many fans to protest because they thought the movie was impossible with such a story montage. However, director Ang Lee has done an excellent job; not only does Life of Pi successfully convey a humanitarian message, but it also urges all viewers to cling to their hopes even in seemingly insurmountable situations. The plot of Life of … Read entire article »
Filed under: Hanoi, Life of Pi, movie review, Van Nguyen, Vietnam
Vietnam Welcomes Tet, The Lunar New Year
Van Nguyen / youthjournalism.org Beautiful and festive kumquat trees help mark Tet, or the Lunar New Year, in Vietnam, where families keep them decorated in the living room. By Van Nguyen Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Vietnam – Tet, also known as Vietnamese Lunar New Year, is the most significant holiday in Vietnam, and it’s starting today. Since this festival holds prodigious meaning – family reunions, ancestor worship and celebration for a fresh start – everybody eagerly waits for it. Preparations start two weeks in advance for a sufficiently fabulous event. Like the Chinese, Vietnamese people are strongly convinced that Tet marks the time when the Kitchen God, believed to be in the air on the 23rd day of the 12th lunar month, reports on families’ activities to Jade Emperor. In order to get the providence … Read entire article »
Filed under: Hanoi, Holidays, Tet, Van Nguyen, Vietnam
A Heartwarming Take On Cancer Survival
By Chi Le Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Vietnam – “What are your chances? What are your odds?” says one character to another. “I don’t know, man. I mean I looked it up and it said 50/50 but that’s like the Internet so…” “It’s not that bad. It’s better than I thought. You’ll be fine, man. You’re young. Young people beat cancer all the time. … You’ll be fine. 50/50! If you were a casino game, you’d have the best odds.” That’s a little prelude to the movie title that may send you to bewilderment – though only for a little while. 50/50, released in 2011, is a comedy-drama film on the topic of cancer survival directed by Jonathan Levine. Funny as it seems, a keen cinema-goer cannot truly acknowledge his “authority” without listing at least one … Read entire article »
Filed under: 50/50, Chi Le, Hanoi, movie review, movies, Vietnam
A Heartwarming Take On Cancer Survival
By Chi Le Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Vietnam – “What are your chances? What are your odds?” says one character to another. “I don’t know, man. I mean I looked it up and it said 50/50 but that’s like the Internet so…” “It’s not that bad. It’s better than I thought. You’ll be fine, man. You’re young. Young people beat cancer all the time. … You’ll be fine. 50/50! If you were a casino game, you’d have the best … Read entire article »
Filed under: 50/50, Chi Le, Hanoi, movie review, movies, Vietnam
How NOT To Do Your Christmas Shopping
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Filed under: Christmas, Christmas Around the World, Christmas shopping, Hanoi, Pennsylvania, Thuy Le, Vietnam
How NOT To Do Your Christmas Shopping
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Filed under: Christmas, Christmas Around the World, Christmas shopping, Hanoi, Pennsylvania, Thuy Le, Vietnam
Jack Frost Nipping At Your Nose?
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Filed under: cartoon, Christmas, Hanoi, Pennsylvania, Thuy Le, Vietnam
Jack Frost Nipping At Your Nose?
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Filed under: cartoon, Christmas, Hanoi, Pennsylvania, Thuy Le, Vietnam
Want Great School Memories? Get Involved.
Kien Le / youthjournalism.org Reporters of Hanoi Amsterdam High School’s website with their promotional banner at the school’s Club Fair. From left to right: Duong Le, Anh Nguyen, Quynh Mai, Linh Vu and Nhat Nguyen. By Chi Le Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Vietnam – I am fortunate enough to study at Hanoi Amsterdam High School for the Gifted in Hanoi, Vietnam. The school is famous for its academic rigor as well as the dynamism of students when it comes to extracurricular activities. It is obvious that there are other high schools whose achievements, to an extent, may be more impressive compared to mine. But what makes my school special is that students tend to participate in extracurricular activities with no less commitment than they have for their incredible academic performances. As an introvert, this fact … Read entire article »
Filed under: Back to School, Chi Le, Hanoi, Hanoi Amsterdam High School, Insider's Guide to High School, Vietnam
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