Quan họ singing programme launched in HCM City

A quan họ (love duet) singing programme will be held at cultural houses and traditional art clubs in HCM City, Lê Tú Cẩm, chairman of the HCM City Cultural Heritage Association, said. 

New books for children released

New novels and books on environmental studies for children from Vietnamese and international authors have been released to entertain young audiences during the summer.

Best press photos honoured

The awards ceremony was held at the International Conference Centre, Hà Nội, on June 12, by Nhà Báo & Công Luận (Journalists & Public Opinions) newspaper under the direction of Vietnam Journalists’ Association.

Huế national symbol during 19th century: symposium

New research into the former imperial capital of Huế during the 19th century, including architecture, politics, military affairs, culture, and social affairs, was released at a symposium on June 10. 

Unlikely Korean megaphone for Black Lives Matter movement

Having started in the US after the death of 46-year-old African American George Floyd caused by the Minneapolis police on May 25, the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement has clearly evolved into an international phenomenon, with protests having taken place in at least 40 countries -- from Britain and France to South Korea this past weekend -- in solidarity with American protestors and victims of endemic racism.

Disney eyes July restart for California theme parks

Disneyland in California announced plans on Wednesday to reopen next month -- but at "significantly limited" capacity, and with no opportunities to hug Mickey Mouse or high-five Donald Duck for the time being.

Russian-French MC finds home in VN

Plenty of people are inspired by this 28-year-old Russian French woman, better known as Micka Chu than by her real name Maria Kalinina.

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