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Bắc Ninh takes steps to remove Đông Hồ art from list of culture in need of safeguarding

HCM City Book Street prepares for re-opening

The HCM City Book Pedestrian Street on Nguyễn Văn Bình Street in District 1 is preparing to re-open after closing for four months due to the fourth wave of COVID-19.

Việt Nam to welcome international tourists from November

The pilot phase in Phú Quốc will take place from November 2021 to March 2022.

Hữu Liên Village, a peaceful ecotourism spot in Lạng Sơn

The Hữu Liên community-based eco-tourism village is an ideal destination for when the COVID-19 pandemic is under control because of its beautiful pristine scenery.

Vietnamese-Polish contestant goes to next round at the Chopin competition

Vietnamese-Polish contestant Nguyễn Việt Trung got into the second round along with 45 other contestants from 14 countries at the ongoing 18th International Chopin Piano Competition.

Croatian entrepreneur immerses himself in authentic lifestyle while stranded in Việt Nam

Being stranded abroad might be an unexpected experience to any travellers, but 17-month stay in Việt Nam due to COVID-19 pandemic was “worth every day” to Matija Babić.

Hong Kong Auction House pulls suspected fake Vietnamese painting from sale

Sotheby's Hong Kong auction house has announced it will withdraw a lacquered wooden screen which is suspected of being a copy of an artwork by Vietnamese painter, Nguyễn Văn Tỵ (1917-1992), from the upcoming sale on Sunday over concerns of its authenticity.

Bùi Xuân Phái Awards shortlist announced

New Edvard Munch museum to open in Oslo

The Norwegian embassy hosted a digital press conference on Tuesday to announce the newly-built Munch museum on Oslo’s waterfront. The museum will officially open on October 22.

Law on Cinema adjustments will film appraisals better, says director

Meetings and discussions have been held to adjust Law on Cinema aiming at creating a sufficient and favourable legal corridor for art creativity and development of the industry. Nhân Dân Cuối Tuần (People's Weekend) reporter Hạnh Nguyên spoke with emerging director Nguyễn Hữu Tuấn who has made contributions to the adjustments.

Film firms call for help, want to resume operation from October 15

Dozens of film producers have sent a petition to the Government and HCM City People's Committee with the hope to restore operations soon and commit to ensuring safety during new anti-pandemic conditions.

Exhibition displays changes of Sword Lake over the years

Over 100 historical documents, images and drawings capturing the changes of Hà Nội’s historical landmark – Gươm (Sword) Lake – over the past century will be exhibited on the website of the National Archives Centre No 1 from October 8.

Female director’s film on Vietnamese culture to compete at Busan Film Festival

The film features the traditional Vietnamese culture and lifestyle kept by villagers in the North. Themes of love, life and death are explored through the eyes of local farmers.

Bánh mật helps to put Thái Bình on the map

Molasses glutinous rice cake (locally known as bánh mật) is among many special dishes of Bách Thuận Village that helps to put Thái Bình Province on the map as a traditional cuisine centre.

Historical relics in Thừa Thiên Huế re-open

Tourists now can visit various historical relics in the central province of Thừa Thiên – Huế that were closed over the past four months due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Storytelling competition launched across Asia

A virtual competition has been launched for children across Asia to promote their creative storytelling abilities.

Drama clubs livestream shows during COVID-19 pandemic

Drama clubs in HCM City are offering livestreaming performances and videos on social networks to keep their businesses alive during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kami paper dolls celebrate COVID-19 frontline forces

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit HCM City since the end of April, witnessing the silent sacrifice and devotion of frontline healthcare staff, Trần Thị Thanh Thương came up with her own way to honour and celebrate those 'soldiers in white blouses'.