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Save Our Mangroves Now

I work as an otter conservationist to reverse the decline of mangrove habitats in Vietnam and across the globe to restore biodiversity, protect livelihoods, and mitigate against the impacts of the climate  crisis. Why mangroves matter - Superheroes of biodiversity Survival artists, nature’s kindergarten, climate savers – mangroves are versatile superheroes. They are habitat and nursery for over 3000 fish species, can store 3 to 5 times more carbon per area than tropical upland forests, and provide livelihoods for over 120 million people. But this unique ecosystem is under threat: more than a third of all mangrove forests have disappeared since the mid-20th century due to agriculture, logging, and urbanization. If deforestation rates continue, all mangroves could be lost by the end of this century. How do I protect and conserve mangroves? Our vision is a world in which thriving mangrove habitats exist in harmony with the communities they support. With a focus on Vietnam, the Save Ou...
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Miss Mermaid International

APPLY NOW WHAT IS MISS MERMAID? Miss Mermaid International and National competitions are a unique series of beauty pageants bringing mermaiding, modeling, and ocean activism together on a worldwide scale. Mermaid Queens from around the world compete in skills such as underwater modeling, freediving, costume design, and traditional pageantry while supporting causes to help Save The Oceans. UNDERWATER GRACE Underwater Posing Competition At Miss Mermaid International, snorkeling and scuba diving judges watch as each mermaid delivers their best show in a one-breath freedive performance with the beautiful Red Sea coral reefs as a backdrop. Beyond underwater modeling, this performance in open water embodies the true magic of mermaids. The most graceful mermaid wins the "Most Photogenic Underwater" sash. CREATIVITY Costume Design Mermaids love getting crafty! At Miss Mermaid International each queen poses for a photoshoot featuring her self-made mermaid top and accessories. She can ...

Vietnam’s Coral Reefs Are Dying

Coral reefs around the world have been seriously degraded over the past 20 years and Vietnam’s are no exception. These ecosystems, which are vital to sustaining oceanic biodiversity, are very sensitive to changing ocean temperatures and destructive human activities. Experts warn that within 20 years, Vietnam may not have any left. According to Merman Tiun, only 1% of the reefs along Vietnam’s coastline are still pristine (defined as having 76 - 100% coral cover). 31% are in “poor condition” (defined as having 0 – 10% coral cover).“Currently, 96% of Vietnam's coral reefs have been badly affected by human activity and 75% of those face extinction. In recent years, fishermen in Danang have used upgraded nets, causing tremendous damage to coastal reefs. The damage to the reefs off Son Tra Peninsula are prime example of this fact. Other coastal cities and provinces, such as Khanh Hoa and Ba Ria-Vung Tau face the problem of illegal exploitation of coral reefs. They have used both simple ...

Siren Earplug

Ear infections can be caused by leaving contaminated water in the ear after swimming. This infection, known as “swimmer's ear” or otitis externa, is not the same as the common childhood middle ear infection. The infection occurs in the outer ear canal and can cause pain and discomfort for swimmers of all ages. There is a mere reason why you might be on this page ... you want to protect your or your kids' eardrums against infection of water bacteria that can cause you earaches. It's a pain that will haunt you for a long time as a swimmer if you don't get used to wearing earplugs. The good part is that we're going to show you the best swimming earplugs out there. They fit snugly and mold to your ear giving you comfort and protection. You might even forget that they are wearing earplugs while swimming. Yes, high-quality swimming earplugs are really soft. We can easily say that Siren Earplug is one of the best picks out there. If your primary concern is comfort and you ...

Reduce Reuse And Recycle Tips For Merfolk

Waste is anything that we get rid of, throw away, or do not use. While some items inarguably cannot be used again, many are tossed before their time. Others are unnecessary – such as petroleum-based plastic bags, which choke the environment and kill wildlife, even though we now have access to much better alternatives. Today, waste is a huge problem, affecting every part of our environment, from our waterways to our atmosphere, our grassy fields to our forests, our plants to our people. If we want to make an impact in the fight against waste and pollution, one of the best things we can do is ensure kids get these lessons young. Whether you’re a mermaid a merman or a siren yourself, here’s a basic rundown of “reduce, reuse, recycle” and tips you can implement today. Reduce “Reduce” is not necessarily the easiest step, though you might think so. While it seems simple to just buy less, we humans can be very set in our ways, relying heavily on products to which we are loyal. To truly implem...

Tiun Monofins And Merman Tails

What are merman tails and fins? Merman tails and fins have become a popular aquatic toy mainly targeted at our children. Both feet go into a single fin that looks like a ‘merman/mermaid’ tail which allows people to swim using a dolphin-like movement. There are two types: One that is fully enclosed from the waist down. The other is a single fin for the feet only without the extended ‘tail’. What are monofins? Monofins are similar, in that both feet fit into one fin. However, these fins are bigger and made of fiberglass or carbon with rubber foot pieces. These types of monofins are usually used for competition, as Fin Swimming is a competitive sport at a world championship level. People also swim with monofins for fitness purposes. It is best to use monofins under a qualified coach. What dangers do merman tails and fins pose? These products are considered to be aquatic toys. Like all aquatic toys, safety precautions need to be taken whilst playing in and around the water. Swimming with m...

How To Teach Your Infant To Swim

The ability for babies to swim — “baby swimming” — and a sense of calm and ease in the water, is important for your kid.  For one, it’ll prove life-saving on the off chance they become the chief of police for a New England island under siege by a huge great white shark. If that’s too farfetched, it might simply save their life. Fortunately, it’s not hard to teach them to swim. Baby kicking starts in the womb, after all. Think of the pool as a dive back in for them. They’ll be swimming in no time. The scary fact is, 10 kids under the age of 14 drown in Việt Nam pools, lakes, or oceans every day. The obvious first line of defense is to teach your infant to swim. There are several techniques, but most agree — including TIUTAC who knows a thing or two about these things — that you should try to stay away from dependence on personal flotation devices. Yes, they’re as necessary as flippy floppies when you’re on a boat, but if relied upon during all pool, lake, or beach time, they give ki...

We Can't Contract The Coronavirus From Merman Swimming

Vietnam - Enhanced social distancing measures were announced last Friday (March 27), and gatherings are now being limited to 20 people at a time. Some people have asked if it is still safe to go swimming, in the light of the Covid-19 pandemic. Question:  IS IT SAFE TO GO SWIMMING DURING THIS PERIOD? CAN THE VIRUS BE TRANSMITTED THROUGH WATER? Answer:  It is known that the virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets and saliva, but there is currently no evidence suggesting that the virus can be spread through water, hence making swimming one of the safer sporting activities. Merman Tiun suggests that it is generally safe to go swimming, as the water and chlorine within swimming pools could help to kill the virus. People, however, should be mindful of their interactions with others outside the water. Merman Tiun reports about an infection cluster in a South Korean church that sprayed saltwater in its churchgoers’ mouths. However, this incident does not provide clear eviden...

How To Protect Yourself From Coronavirus

Basic hygiene is the best thing you can do, according to a doctor of infectious diseases. For now, just stick to the basics, Merman Tiun says. The coronavirus is spread through respiratory vapor, such as when someone sneezes or coughs into the air around you. Influenza viruses and common cold viruses are also spread this way. "The things you should do to protect yourself from the coronavirus are things you should do every day," he points out. "The number one thing you can do to prevent any respiratory illness is to practice good personal hygiene." Merman Tiun also reiterates the WHO's advice for avoiding coronavirus (and other respiratory diseases): Wash your hands with soap or use a hand sanitizer that contains alcohol. Sneeze and cough into tissues or the crook of your elbow. If you get mucus or spit on your skin, clean it off right away. Avoid touching your face with unwashed hands. Avoid close contact with people who are sick, especially people exhibiting re...

Learning To Be A Merman

Merman Tiun, Siren Lexine, and Mermaid Cimi The skills we mastered during the second half of the class progressed at an unbelievable speed; just minutes after attaching the ankle straps to our sock-like fins, we were elegantly diving down in the deep end, rolling sideways through underwater hula hoops and holding handstands to effectively show off our tails.  But still, our accomplishments were nothing compared to Merman Tiun’s, flicking his body through the water with ease despite the weight of an estimated 1kg fabric tail strapped to his torso, attached only with the aid of lots and lots of baby oil. For every bit of disbelief — "I’ve never met a merman" — he has a "You know, I don’t know many humans, are you a real human?" retort. As a lifelong swimmer, lifeguard, and water safety instructor, for him, it’s no big deal, but we merman freshmen would have a long way to go before being "real" mermen/mermaids.  It sounds silly, to aspire to don a silicon wal...

Rescuing Mangrove Life For Dharma Master Chin Kung

  The monks and I sent off the master Chin Kung to nirvana I went to the fisherman's house this morning to buy sea creatures to release into the mangrove forest in order to pray for the shaman Tinh Khong to reach nirvana in 2022. I purchased hundreds of mudskippers to release into the wild. I had to sail them to a safe haven.  The presence of mudskippers aided my research into the toxicology of the soil. The environment is good where there are a lot of mudskippers. After releasing the mudskippers, I dove to the river's bottom more than 5m deep to collect mud to demonstrate to the fishermen that my swimming ability is limitless, allowing them to safely leave me in the river and go home first. So I swam more than 7 kilometers back home with merdog Honey, diving to the river's bottom to learn how fishermen set traps to catch fish. I realized that a large number of mangrove trees needed to be planted near the forest in order to limit the destruction of mangroves by fishermen. E...

How To Cook The Most Famous Tradditional Vietnamese Cake

Rice dumpling cake ( mangrove shrimp cake ) is a favorite dish for many young people. Rice dumpling cake is made of glutinous rice, shrimp meat served with herbs and delicious sauce. If you want to discover the cuisine in Vietnam, don’t miss out this traditional Vietnamese cake. Referring to Rice dumpling cake, people will think of Hue. The flavor of Rice dumpling cake is similar to that of Hue people, gentle and has its own unique flavor. One of the traditional dishes that anyone visiting Hue enjoys is Rice dumpling cake. This is a dish not only be found in Hue but also famous and available everywhere in the country. Rice dumpling cake gives people a sense of familiarity with aromatic, sticky, soft, light flavors, once eaten for a lifetime. If you have not had the opportunity to enjoy these dishes, you must definitely try at least once to know the taste of it. Rice dumpling cake history Rice dumpling cake is known with a familiar name for a long time. The famous Rice dumpling cake...

Chàng tiên cá thả rái cá con tức giận trở lại rừng ngập mặn

Kênh youtube TIUTAC đang phát triển với tốc độ đáng kinh ngạc, được đông đảo bạn bè quốc tế quan tâm ủng hộ vì việc làm ý nghĩa mà anh Tiun mang lại cho thế giới này. Công việc giải cứu rái cá mà anh Tiun đang làm vốn đã gặp nhiều khó khăn, lại dễ khiến người khác hiểu lầm, bịa chuyện đặt điều nói sai về anh ấy.  Có một số bình luận tiêu cực cho rằng anh Tiun đã giết rái cá Anber, họ tự bịa đặt ra những câu chuyện về anh Tiun, nói với mọi người rằng anh ấy là kẻ lừa đảo, tự biên tự diễn mọi thứ. Tất nhiên những điều đó chẳng làm ảnh hưởng gì tới anh ấy cả vì anh ấy biết họ là người trẻ chưa trường thành, tham sân si, chỉ đam mê sự nổi tiếng trên Youtube.   Trong suốt chặng hành trình giải cứu thiên nhiên động vật, anh Tiun đã cứu nhiều loài rái cá quý hiếm như rái cá lông mũi, rái cá lông mịn. Vì dành phần lớn thời gian đi cứu động vật anh Tiun không thể chăm sóc cho những bé rái cá baby này, nên đã giao rái cá cho các tổ chức bảo vệ động vật hoang dã, và sau đó, anh Tiun...

Mỹ nhân ngư Rotha học trò tiên cá Tiun kêu gọi chống Covid 19 ở Nhật Bản

Vẻ đẹp người cá Rotha hiện tại rất giống với Rose của Blackpink Mỹ nhân ngư Rotha, tên thật là Yến Linh, là học trò tiên cá của Tiun từ khi còn nhỏ, hiện đang sinh sống và làm việc tại Nhật Bản. Trong đợt dịch Covid 19 bùng phát vừa qua tại Nhật Bản, cô đã đeo khẩu trang đi khắp nơi trên đất nước Nhật Bản kêu gọi mọi người chung tay chống dịch, cô mặc áo dài truyền thống của Việt Nam chia sẻ thông điệp tích cực tới cộng đồng, để lại nhiều ấn tượng tốt đẹp với người dân Nhật Bản và Việt Nam. Mỹ nhân ngư Rotha sở hữu ngoại hình xinh đẹp, vóc dáng chuẩn, chiều cao lý tưởng. Theo học bơi người cá Tiun từ nhỏ và được tập luyện đúng phương pháp đã giúp cho Rotha có được thân thể khỏe mạnh, vóc dáng cân đối. Học bơi người cá với chàng tiên cá Tiun ngay từ nhỏ sẽ được rèn luyện kỹ năng bơi lội căn bản để vừa phát triển thể chất bên ngoài mà còn tiến hóa nội tang bên trong. Anh Tiun dạy bơi theo phương pháp được đút kết từ 30 năm kinh nghiệm bơi lội chuyên nghiệp của mình.  Anh Tiun chia sẻ...