Goethe Institute helps to perform 'Antigone'
Vietnamese artists and audience will have the chance to engage with the work of ancient Greek writer Sophocles under a project run by the Goethe Institute and Việt Nam Youth Theatre.
Discovering peaceful Tha Village in Hà Giang
From the centre of Hà Giang City towards Thanh Thủy international border gate for about 5km, Tha Village in Phương Độ Commune features a traditional and pristine charm.
Vietnamese designer recreates Tet traditions using Lego
A young Vietnamese designer’s Lego creation showing Tet (Lunar New Year) traditions has been featured on the official Lego Facebook page as 'Build of the week'.
HCM City hosts artist's first solo exhibition
The recently-opened first solo exhibition by artist Đỗ Hà Hoài showcases his works inspired by his experiences.
VN-Thai rom-com movie released nationwide
Mỹ Nhân Thần Sách (Bookworm Beauty), a rom-com movie jointly produced by Việt Nam and Thailand, will be released nationwide on February 18.
Canadian rapper grabs the beat in Hà Nội
Canadian Luc Loewen, who goes by the name Nuce, is quickly finding his footing on the music scene. His recently produced music video “It’s Alright” was shot on the streets of the capital with Luc posing as a Grab driver.
The Arbitrator sighs his last, leaving a generation of young talented actors
People's Artist Hoàng Dũng, dubbed "The Arbitrator" after the lead role he played in the TV series "Người Phán xử" of the same name that captured the attention of millions of viewers and set the trend for TV entertainment over the past few years, passed away on Valentine's Day at Hà Nội's National Institute for Haematology and Blood Transfusion aged 65.
Hà Nội stops all festivals until February 26
All traditional festivals in Hà Nội will be temporarily postponed until the first full moon day of the new lunar year (February 26) in an attempt to prevent the spread of COVID-19, authority officials have said.
Sin Suối Hồ Fair celebrates the Lunar New Year
At the Sin Suối Hồ border commune in Phong Thổ District, the northern mountainous province of Lai Châu, visitors not only can immerse themselves in natural scenery, but also enjoy unique customs and practices, including the fair of the Mông ethnic minority.
Kì Đài Quang Trung Street – a new hotspot for foodies
Lovers of tasty food have a cool new place to visit every night at District 10’s Kì Đài Quang Trung pedestrian street, where around 30 stalls sell a wide variety of tasty dishes.
Nguyễn Huệ Flower Street uploaded online for 1st time
For the first time the beauty of Nguyễn Huệ Flower Street, usually HCM City’s most visited place during Tết (Lunar New Year), can be enjoyed online at duonghoanguyenhue.vn.
Tết inspires foreigners
Việt Nam News chats with some foreigners about their Tết (Lunar New Year) experience in Việt Nam.
Diplomats, business execs celebrate Tết in HCM City
Foreign diplomats based in HCM City and business executives gathered recently to celebrate Tết (Lunar New Year).
Culinary experts’ book about sweet dishes in Huế style released
A book featuring Vietnamese sweet products or mứt by Nguyễn Thị Phiên and Đỗ Thị Phương Nhi, female culinary experts of Huế City, has been released by the Việt Nam Women Publishing House.
A feast worthy of the name
The recently hyped up Bát Tràng feast, comprised of 7 dishes, 3 soups and a dessert gave us the perfect opportunity to bond over food and good company.
Fansipan covered in blanket of snow
Fansipan Mountain in Lào Cai Province has been blanketed in snow over the last few days as temperatures plummeted in the north of Việt Nam.
US ambassador sings rap to wish Việt Nam a happy Tết
The US ambassador to Việt Nam has proved he’s a talented rapper after performing a New Year message alongside a local artist.
Nom, nom, Việt Nam - Episode 79: Fried spring rolls
Spring rolls are often served on big occasions such as major ceremonies and Lunar New Year, giving a rich taste of the traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
Filmmakers worry about movie audience attendance during Tết
Vietnamese filmmakers are ready for the busiest season of the year, the Tết (Lunar New Year) festival, which begins on February 12, with new movies to be released during the long holiday.
Calligraphy fest at Việt Nam Quốc Tự Pagoda
A calligraphy festival themed Xuân Bình An (Peaceful Spring) was opened at the Việt Nam Quốc Tự Pagoda in HCM City’s District 10 in hopes of bringing happiness and health to people during Tết (Lunar New Year).
