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The Unstoppable Force: Leverkusen Crush 10-Man Bochum in Unbeaten Streak Extender

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Here is my attempt at rewriting the provided text: Bayern Leverkusen continues their unbeaten streak as they aim for a treble of titles. On Thursday, Xabi Alonso’s team drew 2-2 against AS Roma, securing their spot in the Europa League final and surpassing Benfica’s long-standing European unbeaten record. Showing no signs of slowing down, Leverkusen took on Bochum on Saturday, a team they had not beaten in the previous season. The game took a turn in Leverkusen’s favor when Bochum’s Felix Passlack was sent off with a straight red card in the 15th minute. Patrik Schick opened the scoring in the 41st minute, and Victor Boniface added a second just before halftime from the penalty spot. Soccer stars celebrate their 50th undefeated match. Source: Reuters The second half saw more dominance from Leverkusen, with Amine Adli scoring the third goal in the 76th minute. Josip Stanisic added a fourth with a low drive in the 86th minute before assisting Alejandro Grimaldo, who tapped i...

Discover the Spiritual Sanctuary of Vung Chua-Yen Island, Quang Binh

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Vung Chua-Yen Island, nestled in Tho Son village, Quang Dong commune, Quang Trach district, is a picturesque destination in Quang Binh province , Vietnam. This serene island is sheltered by the three surrounding islands of Hon La, Hon Gio, and Hon Nom, providing a haven for boats during stormy weather. A 10-hour drive from Hanoi, Vung Chua – Yen Island offers a tranquil escape for nature lovers. Photo: Zing News Just a few kilometers off the coast of Vung Chua lies the enchanting Yen Island, home to a thriving colony of salanganes. Visitors can enjoy the island’s long sandy beach and lush greenery all year round. With its pristine coastline, Vung Chua-Yen Island invites travelers to take a dip in the cool waters and soak in the peaceful, poetic atmosphere. For those traveling by car, Vung Chua – Yen Island is a 10-hour drive from Hanoi, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. According to local folklore, the name Vung Chua (Pagoda Pool) originates from a...

AFP’s twenty incredible Olympic-themed photos on display in Hanoi

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A photography exhibition entitled “Road to 2024” is being displayed on the outside walls of the French Embassy in Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. Visitors to the on-going photo exhibition titled “Road to 2024”. Photo:  daibieunhandan.vn The photo exhibition is being organized by Agence France-Presse (AFP) with the support of Décathlon, the French sporting goods retailer. AFP photographers captured these unique images from past Olympic competitions and events leading up to the 2024 Games in Paris. The public will be able to experience and relive the most memorable moments of these major sporting events through AFP’s unique perspective, which combines expertise, creativity, and innovation. Beyond the performances, this exhibition highlights the determination and courage that drive the athletes and allows the public to envisage what the Paris Olympics would be. According to French Ambassador to Vietnam Nicolas Warnery, these 24 large-scale images will be on display ...

Israeli electro-pop band to rock Hanoi this June

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A couple of artists from Israel, namely Guitarist Anton Dmitriev and Julia Garnets, will perform in Vietnam for the first time on June 3, bringing magnetic energy both on and off stage.   The duo of musicians is of the electro-pop band “Ice Hokku”, regularly selling out concerts in Tel Aviv. Their performance in Vietnam will follow the European tour. “Ice Hokku is the perfect expression of Israeli culture and attitude. They bring the local sounds of our region but add a touch of innovation to the mix. Using a looper and technology, they introduce a new sound that I am sure the young Vietnamese audience will love as much as they do in Israel,” said the cultural attaché of the Israeli embassy about the upcoming show of an Israeli couple.  Guitarist Anton Dmitriev and singer Julia Garnits in a performance. Photo: Israeli Embassy to Vietnam “When invited to Vietnam, we didn’t think twice about it. We were just in love with the idea of coming to Vietnam,...

Special Cuisine of The Land Favored by Nature – Ca Mau

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Ca Mau – the land of the South is not only rich and diverse in forests and sea, but this place is also known as the land of “silver fish, golden shrimp”. It is the richness of flora and fauna in the forest and under the sea that has contributed to creating delicious, rustic dishes with bold flavors. It is a place that exists in parallel with both salty and sweet ecosystems, which have formed typical tourism products for both ecosystems. Coming to the freshwater ecosystem in U Minh Ha National Park, visitors will enjoy dishes such as grilled snakehead fish, braised eel with cilantro, fish sauce hotpot, fried wild mouse with lemongrass and chili pepper, fried frog with lemongrass and chili, and young bee salad. The U Minh Fish Sauce Hotpot is one of the key dishes of southern Vietnam. Source: VinLove U Minh fish sauce hotpot To the people in the southern part of Vietnam in general and in U Minh in particular, fish sauce has been around since the time when their ancestors ...