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Contemporary Vietnamese hip-hop troupe to perform at top Asian arts festival

Workshop on zine publication

A self-published booklet of text and images, zines typically are produced in small circulation.

Ambassador to drive NZ, VN relationship

Today marks 180 years since the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the Treaty of Waitangi, the founding document of New Zealand. This document signifies the enduring partnership between the Government and Māori, the indigenous people of New Zealand. Ambassador Wendy Matthews sends a message to celebrate.

Cải lương actress’s web series attract 2.7 million viewers on YouTube

The fourth part of the web series featuring People’s Artist and theatre actress Lệ Thủy, a star of cải lương (reformed opera), has attracted more than 65,000 views on YouTube just one week after its release.

Tourism sector plots plans to revive after epidemic

The imminent loss of tourism revenue due to the current spread of deadly coronavirus has prompted authorities and businesses to discuss plans to revive the tourism industry when the epidemic ends.

Hà Nội temporarily closes relic sites due to coronavirus

Hà Nội has decided to temporarily close local relic sites, including the Temple of Literature and Ngọc Sơn Temple to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Young artists shaping performing arts scene

Forbes Việt Nam Magazine has recently announced the 30 Under 30 list that includes many names familiar with Vietnamese youth such as Fashionista Bùi Thái Bảo Châu, Ngọt Indie Band and footballer Nguyễn Quang Hải.

Established artist goes outside his comfort zone to draw women

Artist Phạm Huy Thông's open studio last month displayed paintings he made in 2019. The event drew many visitors to come viewing his new work.

Film releases delayed due to concerns about nCov

The release of two Vietnamese movies has been delayed due to concerns about the spread of the novel coronavirus (nCov) in crowded places such as cinemas.

HCM City launches national music and theatre contest

The HCM City’s People’s Committee has launched a national music and theatre contest as part of its festivities to celebrate 45 years of the country’s Reunification Day, April 30.

Stamp launched to celebrate Party’s 90th anniversary

A stamp celebrating the 90th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam (February 3) has just been launched in Hà Nội.

Sri Lanka offers many wonders

On the occasion of the Independence Day of Sri Lanka, Ambassador from Sri Lanka to Việt Nam Prasanna Gamage sends Việt Nam News a story to promote the image of his country.

Designer Trần Hùng’s creation featured in Vogue

Famous Mexican actress Patricia Contreras presented the latest design by Trần Hùng at the Valentino Haute Couture Spring Summer 2020.

Nom, nom, Vietnam - Episode 31: Mountain goat

Goat is an extremely popular dish elsewhere in the world, but in Việt Nam it is extra special. And if you want the best goat meat, then Ninh Bình is the place to visit. But for all you city dwellers, don’t worry, There’s some pretty tasty goat restaurants in Hà Nội as well. — VNS

Film screenings delayed due to coronavirus

After premiering in HCM City and Hà Nội, the film Bí Mật Của Gió (Secrets of the Wind) by director Nguyễn Phan Quang Bình has announced further screenings will be delayed due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.

Villa fan Tom Hanks celebrates 'win', four weeks before match

Tom Hanks attracted attention on social media on Sunday after the Aston Villa supporter posted a tweet appearing to celebrate the English side's League Cup triumph – a month before the final.

On Super Bowl weekend, Bad Boys scores atop N.America box office

Sony's Bad Boys for Life held on to its lead in the North American box office this weekend, again edging out Universal's 1917 and Dolittle, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported on Sunday.

Romantic film reflects picturesque Đà Lạt city

Đà Lạt city appears as a beautiful and romantic background for the love story in the film Bí Mật Của Gió (Secret of the Wind) premiered in Hà Nội on Saturday.

Vietnamese films earn big profits during Tết

The Vietnamese chick-flick film Gái Già Lắm Chiêu 3 (The Royal Bride) was the highest-grossing Vietnamese film nationwide during the Tết (Lunar New Year) holiday.

Bình Thuận Province continues to develop eco-tourism

The south-central province of Bình Thuận will continue to focus on agriculture-linked tourism this year.

Vietnamese calligraphy gains in popularity

Easy to read and understand, Vietnamese calligraphy is a lot simpler to understand than the Han Chinese version, which helped boost its popularity during Tết (Lunar New Year) holiday.