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Live show features cải lương stars

A live show featuring two cải lương (reformed opera) stars Ngọc Huyền and Vũ Luân will open in HCM City this weekend.

Three-month tourist visas: a welcome return to a double-edged sword

The return of three-month tourist visas makes it much easier for unscrupulous companies to hire foreigners illegally without going through the necessary work permit and visa motions.

The South Korean guitar prodigy to tour Việt Nam

Jung, who is returning to Việt Nam after five years, will play at the Youth Theatre of Vietnam in Hà Nội on July 14, VOH Music Online Theatre in HCM City on July 15 and Nguyễn Hiến Dĩnh Tuồng Theatre in Đà Nẵng City the following day.

Renowned painter's life and work explored in new bilingual book

The book is written by artist Trịnh Lữ as a dedication to his father, an artist who made tireless contributions to the fields of painting and interior design in Việt Nam.

VN artists’ paintings highlight the beauty of Italy

The timeless beauty of Italy is the main topic of watercolour paintings by Bùi Duy Khánh and Dương Thuỵ, which are on display at the exhibition “Italy: From Plein Air to Atelier” in HCM City.

Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu to host annual tourism promotion programme

The southern coastal province of Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu will organise its annual tourism promotion programme “Dấu ấn hè” (summer impression) from July 8-27, featuring a series of entertainment, music and culinary events held at Hồ Tràm Beach in Xuyên Mộc District.

South Koreans to help develop VN film industry

Promoting cooperation within Asia is one of key factors for Việt Nam’s film industry to develop and gain success, according to Park Ki-Yong, chairman of the Korean Film Council (KOFIC).

Roasted cicadas: A treat for those brave enough

The crisp of cicadas joining with the piper leaves gives off a great taste which is hard to describe.

'Barbie' movie banned in Việt Nam for containing China's nine dash line map

The movie was expected to hit screens from July 21, but cinema chains across the country have not included it in their upcoming screenings, sparking concerns of its availability.

Vietnamese first internationally-winning director passes away, aged 90

As one of the first Vietnamese directors, he has made significant contributions to the development of Vietnamese cinema.

What you need to know about Dengue fever

While dengue can cause severe illness, including dengue hemorrhagic fever and dengue shock syndrome, Việt Nam has been successful in controlling dengue fever mortality. Since 2005, mortality has been less than one per thousand cases.

The Tây Sơn worshipping platform could help Bân mountain become Special National Monument

The heaven-worshipping platform built in the Tây Sơn dynasty has three floors in accordance with the three-element philosophy, representing heaven, earth and humans.

Famous writer Ánh’s book to be adapted for cinema

Ngày Xưa Có Một Chuyện Tình (Love Upon A Time), a novel by best-sellering author Nguyễn Nhật Ánh, will be adapted for film in a project by the private HK Film in co-operation with its partners in HCM City.

First Festival Vietnam in Larmor-Plage

Fashion week promotes sustainable fashion in VN

International and Vietnamese designers will showcase their new collections using sustainable fabrics at the Aquafina Việt Nam International Fashion Week (AVIFW) Spring/Summer 2023.

Bad Family, humorous and tragic TV series, on air mid-July

The show tells humorous but tragic stories about a strange and unusual family.

Manga tells of love between Vietnamese and Japanese

The story follows the 17th-century love affair between Araki Sotaro, a merchant from Nagasaki in Japan, and Princess Ngọc Hoa of the Nguyễn Dynasty in Việt Nam.

Top DJs to perform at EDM party in Đà Nẵng

Top DJs and producers from around the world and Việt Nam including Jordan Suckley, Ardelinze, Tommy Trash (Thomas Olsen), Kevin Krissen, Vinjaz, Acigode, Tillb Au, Dupli.K, and MC Zeno will join the Danang Electronic Carnival (DEC) on July 7.

Lost in the charm of lotus blooms in Hà Nội

The lotus evokes memories of a peaceful and serene childhood, keeping alive sweet memories in the heart of every Vietnamese. June is lotus season, get it while you still can.

Photo exhibition on Điện Biên opens in beach city

The photo exhibition features the land and people, landscapes, destinations and traditional cultural heritage of ethnic groups living in Điện Biên Province.