Explore the Wonders of Can Gio Eco-Tour

Step away from the hustle of Ho Chi Minh City and (1) __________ yourself in the beauty of Can Gio, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. This eco-tour takes you to the Vam Sat Mangrove Forest, home to over 200 species of wildlife and 52 species of plants, (2) __________ the perfect opportunity to connect with nature.

Tour Highlights:

✔ (3) __________ on a scenic boat ride through the mangrove forest, visiting the bat lagoon, (4) __________ you'll see colonies of flying fox bats.

✔ (5) __________ a stroll through the forest to explore the bird sanctuary, a paradise for birdwatchers, especially during nesting season.

✔ Visit Monkey Island and watch the playful monkeys interact with visitors, then stop by the crocodile lake for a peaceful moment in nature.

Tour Includes:

✔ Round-trip transportation from Ho Chi Minh City

✔ Boat tours and entrance (6) __________

✔ Lunch at a local restaurant

✔ English-speaking guide

Price Excludes: Beverages, tips, personal expenses, and travel insurance.

Book your spot now and set off on an unforgettable adventure in Can Gio!

⚡Vaping: Know the Risks Before You Vape

What is Vaping?

Vaping involves using a small, handheld device (like e-cigarettes, vape pens, or mods) to inhale a mist made from nicotine and flavoring (e-liquid). Unlike smoking, vaping heats the liquid (1) __________ burning tobacco.

How Does Vaping Work?

Vaping works by heating the liquid inside the device to create a mist that you breathe into your lungs. This mist contains nicotine, flavoring, and (2) __________ chemicals that can reach deep into your lungs.

The Risks of Vaping

While vaping might seem safer than smoking, it carries serious health risks:

✔ Lung problems: Vaping can cause asthma, lung scarring, and (3) __________ like EVALI.

✔ Addiction: Nicotine is highly addictive and can change your brain, (4) __________ it hard to quit.

✔ Heart and brain damage: Chemicals in e-liquids can harm your heart and brain.

✔ Cancer risks: Some substances in e-liquids (5) __________ to cancer.

Protect Your Health

Vaping isn't as safe as it seems. Stay aware and make (6) __________ informed decisions about your health.

The Saola, known as the “Asian unicorn,” is one of the rarest and most endangered large mammals. (1) __________, never in the wild. Due to its extreme rarity and difficulty in being found, (2) __________. Action must be taken now to prevent the Saola from going extinct, and to preserve a symbol of biodiversity for both Vietnam and Laos.

The Saola is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it is very close to extinction. (3) __________. These traps often catch the Saola and the animal is then sold in the illegal wild meat trade. Thousands of these traps are set in the forests, harming many animals.

Another big problem is deforestation. Forests are being destroyed for farming, logging, and building projects like roads, mines, and power plants. (4) __________. The few remaining Saolas have trouble finding mates, and genetic inbreeding is a concern. (5) __________.

1. A workshop called “Tre Truyền Trẻ” will be held at the University of Economics and Finance in HCM City on February 25. The goal of the event is to inspire young people to engage with, protect, and develop traditional cultural values. The workshop is organized by Multimedia Communication Management students from FPT University and the University of Economics and Finance, and it is expected to attract young participants from universities across the city.

2. The main purpose of the workshop is to encourage the younger generation to explore and preserve traditional culture in an interactive way. Rap music has been chosen as the central theme because of its creativity, originality, and ability to connect different cultures. It represents the innovation and confidence of today's youth, showing how modern music can be used to promote traditional values.

3. During the event, participants will take part in activities that allow them to experience traditional musical instruments. This will give them an opportunity to connect with Vietnam's cultural heritage through music. The attendees will also listen to and vote on music that blends traditional Vietnamese melodies with modern electronic sounds, helping to create a unique musical style.

4. Additionally, there will be discussions where experts and young people can share ideas on how to preserve and develop traditional cultural values using rap music. Participants will also observe the music production process, learning from experienced producers and artists who combine folk music with modern rap. This workshop is part of the “nghe trẻ nghe tre” campaign, which aims to raise awareness about Vietnamese cultural values through rap music for young people in Ho Chi Minh City.

1. [I] All living organisms on Earth need water to survive, but more than 100,000 species, including humans, require a special type of water called fresh water, which is found in limited amounts. [II] Freshwater ecosystems are made up of various plants, animals, microbes, soil, rocks, sunlight, and water that all interact around this valuable resource. [IV] Less than three percent of the Earth's total water is freshwater, and less than half of that is in liquid form. [IV]

2. Freshwater ecosystems naturally share resources between different habitats. For instance, rivers and streams transport salts and nutrients from higher elevations like mountains to lower areas, such as lakes, ponds, and wetlands. Eventually, these nutrients reach the ocean. These waterways also enable migrating species, such as salmon, to carry nutrients from the ocean back to freshwater ecosystems, providing essential support for these habitats upstream.

3. Lakes and ponds also undergo nutrient exchanges through seasonal cycles. Cold water, which is denser than warm water, sinks to the bottom, maintaining a more constant temperature. As winter arrives and the air temperature drops, the surface water becomes colder than the water at the bottom, causing it to sink and push the warmer water up. This process repeats in the spring when the ice melts, bringing nutrients from the lake's bottom to the surface, where they can be utilized by plants and animals.

4. It is normal for ecosystems to encounter change. Temperatures may fluctuate, populations may rise and fall, and rain may bring an abundance of water, then taper during drought. The plants, animals, and microbes in healthy freshwater ecosystems are resilient and have adaptations that allow them to adjust appropriately until ideal conditions resume. However, if any element of the ecosystem varies too far outside of the norm, the balance of the whole system can start to fail.