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

Project aims to give students solid art background

Hồi Hải Mã (Hippocampus) is an art project named after a part of the brain for school students to learn about and practice different types of painting, from traditional lacquer, oil painting, silk, to graphic painting. Run by young painter Đặng Việt Linh, the project also includes talks about creative methods that can include the Vietnamese signature. The 28-year-old painter talks with Thúy Đinh of Hà Nội Mới (New Hà Nội) newspaper about his project

Young generation of pop singers forge their own path to stardom

While the Vietnamese music industry has long been dominated by the millennial generation of artists born in 1981-1996, a younger generation with a new approach is shaking up the industry.

Theatre stages new water puppet performances on weekends

The Phương Nam Theatre will offer new water puppet performances at the HCM City Museum of History every weekend this summer.

Bún nước lèo, the pride of Sóc Trăng Province

Sóc Trăng Province is known as the capital of bún nước lèo (vermicelli with special broth made with special fish and bò hóc sauce) among gourmands.

Exhibition takes visitors on journey to the past

Entitled Miền Ký Ức (Land of Memories), the exhibition features 30 works by the painter, most of which are lacquer and watercolour paintings like Ca Trù (Ceremonial Singing), Chùa Tây Phương (Tây Phương Pagoda) and Cổng Làng (Village Gate).

Hồ Chí Minh Cultural Space marks new focus on cultural activities in city

Construction of the Hồ Chí Minh Cultural Space is expected to enhance cultural growth in the city.

Nom, nom, Việt Nam - Episode 84: Buffalo dishes

A bolder alternative to beef?

Hà Nội theatre makes tour to the South

Actors with the Lệ Ngọc Drama, one of Hà Nội’s leading private theatres, will offer new shows at the HCM City Opera House next month.

TV show featuring street musical performances goes viral

Xuân Hạ Thu Đông Rồi Lại Xuân (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter, and Spring), a TV reality show showcasing street performances of favourite Vietnamese singers, is going viral on social media in Việt Nam.

Directors in 'death match' to get their films in cinemas after COVID delays

The films Bẫy ngọt ngào and Người lắng nghe have been rushed to cinemas to avoid clashes with Lật mặt, Kiều and Song song movies, sparking concern among experts in the industry.

Pop star Mỹ Tâm’s concert to mark 20 years in music

Pop star Mỹ Tâm will organise a special live concert called Tri Âm (Soulmate) in HCM City and Hà Nội next month to mark her 20-year career.

IHG Hotels & Resorts reveals guests’ growing passion to travel better

People are more mindful than ever about travelling responsibly following the COVID-19 pandemic, reveals a new global survey by IHG Hotels & Resorts.

Tourism industry ensures visitors' safety amid pandemic

The domestic tourism industry has seen positive signs recently and has stepped up efforts to ensure safety among travelers.

Nom, nom, Việt Nam - Episode 83: Sweet popiah

A sweet and crunchy afternoon snack many Vietnamese adults have grown up eating.

Mother's Day concert to gather artists from 14 countries

With the theme 'The World Sings about Mothers', the event will gather artists from 14 countries. In different cultural styles, they all share the same inspiration of mothers.

Children's awards open for entries

Compositions, art performances and entertainment programmes created by children or for children have the chance to compete at the Dế Mèn Awards.

Red cotton flowers in full bloom

Hoa gạo (kapok or cotton flower), which is also known as Mộc Miên, often comes in full bloom in March. The flower is mostly seen in the north of the country. The flower has five big petals in a bright red colour.

Central provinces among places to visit post-pandemic: US TV channel

The central provinces of Việt Nam have been included on a list of seven lesser-known destinations in the world to consider visiting post-pandemic, according to the American news channel CNBC.

Explore Hạ Long cuisine

Bánh gật gù (Nodding rolls), seafood noodle soup and peanut worms are among the must-try dishes when visiting Quảng Bình Province’s Hạ Long Town, home to the world-famous Hạ Long Bay.

Front-beach homestays named as one of 16 hidden gems

Life’s A Beach, Haven Homestay and Banana Sea Homestay are among the best places to stay when you visit Bãi Xếp fishing village, "one of 16 hidden gems" of Asia named by Business Insider.