In the context of a strong digital transformation, the Vietnamese publishing market is facing an opportunity to reshape reading culture.
Việt Nam News speaks with Paul Massad, founder of Push Climbing, the country’s largest climbing gym network, about the rapidly growing sport of indoor rock climbing, and what the future holds for it.
According to the publication, Hà Nội’s Old Quarter – a lesser-known destination for viewing fall foliage – comes alive with vibrant colours as the temperature dips.
Vietnamese singer Đức Phúc has won the Intervision music competition in Russia after beating 22 competitors on Sunday night. His victory marks the first time in nearly 50 years that Việt Nam has won at an international music contest. Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has sent a message of congratulations to the 28-year-old artist and music fans nationwide.
As Vietnamese fashion takes bold strides onto the international stage, a new generation of designers is redefining the industry with a unique blend of cultural heritage, sustainable materials and modern aesthetics. From the runways of New York to the workshops of Hà Nội, brands like IVY moda and LA PHAM are proving that Việt Nam is no longer just a rising star but a creative force to watch.
Each event is a "touch" of memories as well as of love for Hà Nội, helping to portray a capital that is both classic and youthful, deeply imbued with local identity while also open and integrated
Through a blend of theatrical expression and spiritual symbolism, Thiêng explores the cultural identity, inner beliefs and core values of the Dao ethnic community in Việt Nam’s northern mountainous region. It also reflects the elemental harmony of Earth, Water, Fire, Love and Faith – pillars of Dao cultural philosophy – while honouring the sacred essence of traditional rituals, particularly lễ cấp sắc, a powerful emblem of maturity and moral integrity.
The annual Vietnam Phở Festival, a global event promoting Vietnamese cuisine, will take place from October 18 to 19 at Our Tampines Hub in Singapore.
The book was compiled by journalist Nguyễn Thị Diệu Ân, the daughter of photographer Khoản, and published by the People's Army Publishing House. It spans 200 pages and is divided into three parts.
A group of biologists from Việt Nam, Thailand, China and Korea have reported a checklist 131 dragonfly and damselfly species, of which 102 were newly recorded, in Bạch Mã National Park in central Việt Nam
A sparkling new collaboration takes centre stage as the German-Vietnamese co-production Ngọc Thủ (The Gem) is set to debut at the Việt Nam Youth Theatre on September 26.
Two Vietnamese films were chosen for screening in key sections at BIFF this year, highlighting Việt Nam’s significant new achievements on the international cinema stage.
The seminar aims to analyse key figures and trends of Vietnamese cinema as well as the role of the Đà Nẵng Asian Film Festival (DANAFF) in the regional context.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Venezuela Vũ Trung Mỹ and Venezuelan Minister of Culture Ernesto Villegas affirmed that Việt Nam’s leadership in hosting such a large-scale international cultural event demonstrates Việt Nam’s increasingly proactive role in promoting global cultural exchange and integration. According to him, the event would place people at the centre, with culture as its foundation and art serving as the thread that connects nations.
Inspired by the theme “Born from Culture, Shaped by Times”, the event captivated attendees with lion dances, traditional musical performances, conical hat dances and graceful display of traditional long dresses shows
The concerts have gone beyond entertainment to become a form of soft power, spreading patriotism, strengthening social cohesion, and contributing to promoting the image of Việt Nam as a dynamic, creative nation
Leading publishers and calendar makers in HCM City have released a new collection of tear-off calendars for 2026, featuring Việt Nam’s history and culture.
The focus of the festival is the Nghinh Ông ceremony on the sea, with a solemn atmosphere that showcases the rich culture of the coastal people.
