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Quảng Trị seeks to unlock potential of marine tourism’s 'golden triangle'

Mekong Delta sees fall in tourist arrivals

The Cửu Long (Mekong) Region is seeing a fall in the number of tourist arrival due to the Covid-19 outbreak.

Theatrical festival honouring Vietnamese police to be held in Hà Nội

The fourth theatrical festival, taking place in July and featuring plays inspired by Vietnamese police, is calling for entries.

Chronic pelvic pain in women (part 2)

Because a number of different conditions can cause chronic pelvic pain, it is sometimes difficult for doctors to pinpoint the specific cause.

Nom, nom, Vietnam - Episode 33: Pork ribs porridge

In many countries porridge may be the best way to fill up for breakfast at the beginning of the day, but in Việt Nam, it's a lot more than just a bowl of oats. Here you will find the dish filled with succulent pork, and it is far from just a breakfast meal.

Photos and sculptures on Việt Nam displayed in Hungary

An exhibition featuring photos of Việt Nam and works by famous Hungarian sculptor Farkas Aladár on Việt Nam’s late President Hồ Chí Minh and its struggle against the US is being held in Székesfehérvár City, Hungary.

Traditional 'flight of the angel' opens Venice Carnival

Thousands of people, many dressed for a traditional masked ball, crowded into Saint Mark's Square on Sunday to witness "the flight of the angel", the opening event of the annual Venice Carnival.

'Sonic' booms to top of N.America box office

Defying expectations, Paramount's new adventure comedy "Sonic the Hedgehog" took in $57 million this weekend to leap to the top of the North American box office, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported on Sunday.

HCM City launches 3rd International Dragon Dance festival

HCM City has launched the 3rd International Unicorn-Lion-Dragon Dance Festival as part of its activities to promote tourism.

French artists host art exhibition at Galerie Quynh

“The Crossing of Disaster”, a solo art exhibition of French artist Francois Andes curated by French pianist Luiz Gustavo Carvalho, has opened at Galerie Quynh in HCM City.

Photos of Hà Nội’s bikes named in int'l photography awards

A series of photos entitled Bikes of Hanoi is among finalists for the Sony World Photography Awards 2020 Professional competition.

HCM City locals find ways to enjoy life during novel coronavirus outbreak

HCM City residents' fear of the coronavirus has led to a relatively empty HCM City, a normally vibrant city with many interesting entertainment activities.

Traditional ceremony marks coming of age

The ceremony has been held for hundreds of years, honouring the principles of marriage, family happiness and uniting people in their family and community.

Jellyfish hurl venom ‘grenades’ to snare prey

A species of jellyfish hunts its prey by hurling venom grenades to create "stinging water", researchers said Thursday, solving a long-standing mystery as to how they gather food without tentacles.

French Oscars academy board resigns after Polanksi row

The entire board of the Cesar Academy, which awards France's equivalent of the Oscars, resigned Thursday just two weeks ahead of its gala ceremony after more than 200 actors, producers, directors and movie personalities demanded "profound reform".

Puppie cafes thriving in Central Highlands

A visit to the Central Highlands region of Việt Nam offers plenty of incredible tourist experiences, including drinking fresh coffee in the hills and playing with cute puppies.

Parasite to be rescreened in Việt Nam after Oscar scoop

Parasite will hit cinemas in Việt Nam once again after dominating this year's Oscars, winning the Best Picture award, becoming the first ever non-English-language film to scoop the movie industry's biggest prize.

International exhibition honours Vietnamese photographers

Vietnamese photographers have won prizes at the 5th Balkan Exhibition.

Growing bill to fix Britain's Big Ben

The bill to repair London's iconic Big Ben clock tower has increased by millions of pounds after the discovery of World War II bomb damage, pollution and asbestos, Britain's parliament said on Thursday.

Actress Rose McGowan blasts Natalie Portman Oscars cape

US actress and #MeToo activist Rose McGowan has dismissed as a "fraud" Natalie Portman's Oscar dress embroidered with the names of female filmmakers overlooked for best director nominations.

DIY indigo dyeing workshop

Anyone who wants to learn about ethnic minority techniques on indigo dyeing is invited to join a craft workshop, organised by the Friends of Vietnam Heritage and the Indigo Store in Hà Nội on February 22.