Understanding the menstrual cycle

A typical menstrual cycle lasts around 28 days, but it can vary from 21 to 35 days. During the cycle, the woman experiences uterine bleeding for up to seven days.

Cải lương guru honoured as People's Artist

Theatre actor, director and producer Thanh Điền was recently awarded the title People’s Artist by the Prime Minister in recognition of his great contribution to cải lương (reformed opera), a 100-year-old traditional theatre genre of the southern region.

Hokkaido Festival in Hạ Long slated for November

The Hokkaido Festival in Hạ Long will feature activities such as a Quảng Ninh - Japan investment promotion conference, an exhibition of Vietnamese and Japanese cuisine, street art performances, a workshop on cultural - tourism ties

Journey of wisdom

Even though he is more than 90 years old, former teacher Đào Quang Huy is still working hard to bring knowledge to those who wish to learn. His efforts have now resulted in a library for everyone in his commune.

Ethnic woman helps preserve traditional embroidery

Speaking about her motivation to run the club, Bình recalled her childhood when she learned Dao embroidery techniques from her mother and grandmother. At age 14, Bình said she could sew and embroider on her own dresses.

HBSO to perform classical ballet Giselle

The HCM City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera (HBSO) will stage the classic ballet Giselle, which is considered one of the great Romantic ballets, at the Opera House on October 20 and 21.

Exhibition celebrates life and works of senior artist Phùng Phẩm

The solo exhibition aims to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Thăng Long Gallery, one of the prominent and long-standing art venues in the city. It also aims to honour the artist who has overcome numerous challenges in life to remain loyal to his own artistic beliefs.

Huế eyes status as regional tourism hub

Diversifying tourism products and improving customer experiences are important measures for Thừa Thiên-Huế to attract more visitors and achieve its goal of becoming a cultural, tourism and healthcare centre in Southeast Asia by 2030.

Grammy-award winning saxophonist to return for Hà Nội concert

Kenny G's concert in Hà Nội is the opening event of ‘Good Morning Việt Nam’ – a charity project that is expected to be held annually by the Nhân Dân (The People) newspaper in collaboration with the IB Group specialising in international-standard concert organising.

Saigon Opera House to be renovated

The plan is to preserve and turn the theatre into a reception venue to welcome international delegations, and a place for important events and festivals.

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