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Web drama targeted teenagers released online

The show Thiếu Niên Kungfu (Young Kungfu Masters) focuses on a group of urban teenagers who learn and use Vietnamese martial arts to protect and help people.

South Korea’s national treasures on display in Hà Nội

The event features the Baekje Heritage Site, symbolising Baekje's splendid culture 1,400 years ago, and Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Cave.

Leading tuồng theatre celebrates 70th birthday

A series of tuồng or hát bội (classical drama) performances are being staged by the Bình Định Traditional Theatre to celebrate its 70th birthday anniversary this month.

The Brilliant Darkness! wins Best Feature Film at Golden Kite Awards

Đêm Tối Rực Rỡ (The Brilliant Darkness!) won the Best Feature Film at the Golden Kite Awards 2021.

Việt Nam among top 10 most popular destinations for Australians

The number of Australian arrivals in Việt Nam in July rose by about 8,200 from June, but fell by nearly 10,000 from the same month in 2019.

HCM City Fine Arts Museum displays Vietnamese artworks through the ages

HCM City Fine Arts Museum has launched an exhibition of artworks such as ceramic pieces, art sculptures and paintings as part of its 35th anniversary on September 16.

Street performances launched outside Opera House

HCM City has launched a special music programme offering street performances outside the Opera House in District 1, as part of its efforts to entertain and attract locals and visitors.

Germany-based foundation grants scholarships to music talents

The outstanding students were honoured at an awarding ceremony held by the Việt Nam National Academy of Music (VNAM) in Hà Nội, on Wednesday.

Long An honours cultural, historical heritage at tourism festival

The southern province of Long An will open its first Culture and Tourism Week in the city of Tân An on September 17 to honour its cultural and historical heritage and promote its tourism potential.

Vietnamese designer unveils Mediterranean-inspired collection in Israel

Vietnamese fashion designer Đặng Phương Minh has unveiled an exclusive haute couture collection during a fashion show in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Oktoberfest Vietnam to be held in Hà Nội

The event will feature a traditional opening ceremony presenting the tapping of the first beer keg and the wearing of traditional Bavarian attire.

Artist promotes Vietnamese beauty with music

Coming to Việt Nam three years ago, Joseph Kwon has written seven songs that spread the beauty of the S-shaped country to international friends, particularly in South Korea, and therefore help to tighten relations between the two nations.

Quảng Ninh, Ninh Bình, Bình Định boosts tourism linkages with the Mekong Delta

Connectivity is vital to fulfil the tourism potential of localities and develop more inter-regional travel products to attract tourists, provincial authorities have said.

Let's get spicey

Small in size maybe, but this little banh mi sure packs a punch. The spicy sandwich is a speciality of Hai Phong city. And you won’t believe how cheap the tasty treat actually is. Watch our video to find out.

Applied fine art works on display

Over 200 modern and traditional designs of applied fine art works by 138 authors throughout the country are on display at the 5th National Fine Arts Exhibition.

Việt Nam has high potential for documentary heritage: specialist

Dr Vũ Thị Minh Hương, Vice President of the UNESCO Memory of the World Commission for Asia and the Pacific (MOWCAP), talks to Nhân Dân (People) Newspaper about the protection and promotion of this type of heritage.

Writing contest for authors of all ages launched

The Việt Nam Writers’ Association and weekly newspaper Văn Nghệ (Literature & Arts) have launched a writing contest for professional and amateur authors this week.