Sweet! Indian bakers make world's 'longest' cake
It was a record-baking effort. Hundreds of bakers and chefs in southern India came together Wednesday to create what they said is the world's longest cake – about 6.5 kilometres.
Italy street art batters faces of famous women
The battered faces of Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton and Angela Merkel stare out of posters in Milan created by Italian artist AleXsandro Palombo to raise awareness of violence against women.
Hà Nội-native artist paints Hà Nội streets
Hà Nội-native Phạm Trần Quân is displaying his paintings at an exhibition entitled Phận Phố (Street).
Festive vibe at Old Quarter-style market by Metropole
A traditional Old Quarter-style market will be replicated at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, adding a festive vibe to the iconic hotel during from January 17 to 19.
Tết city walk around Hoàn Kiếm
A special city walk near Hoàn Kiếm Lake will be hosted by the Friends of Việt Nam Heritage (FVH) for the Tết festival.
Film screening of ballet Jewels at Saturday Coffee Salon
A film screening of the ballet Jewels, performed by the London-based Royal Ballet in April 2017, will be held at Saturday Coffee Salon in HCM CIty's District 3 on January 18.
Tết Weekender features local and international DJs
The Lighthouse will host a two-night music performance called “Tết Wenkders” featuring local and international musicians on Lunar New Year’s Eve and Lunar New Year Day (January 24 and 25).
Japanese teacher with a love for Việt Nam
Shuto Mika, a volunteer Japanese teacher in Đà Nẵng, has fallen in love with the Vietnamese monochord.
Best writers of 2019 receive awards
The Việt Nam Writers Association has presented awards to eight literature works as the best pieces of 2019.
Billie Eilish to perform upcoming James Bond theme song
Pop iconoclast Billie Eilish will perform the theme song for the upcoming James Bond film No Time To Die, its producers announced on Tuesday.
Archaeologists suggest restoring canal surrounding 14th century citadel
Archaeologists have suggested authorities restore a canal system in Hồ Citadel in the central province of Thanh Hóa.
More opportunity and challenges for fine arts development, says new chairman
The Việt Nam Fine Arts Association's 9th National Congress was held successfully last month in Hà Nội. Artist Lương Xuân Đoàn was elected as its new chairman until 2024.
Cultural programmes to feature traditional Tết at Huế Imperial Citadel
Ngọc Anh wins K-Pop Contest in Hà Nội
Nguyễn Ngọc Anh, 17, from Hà Nội, received the top prize at the K-Pop Contest 2019 hosted by Radio Voice of Việt Nam (VOV) for the song Room Shaker, a hit by Korean idol Ailee.
L'espace displays drawings of Hà Nội
Pub ‘lockout laws’ eased in Sydney to boost nightlife
Controversial laws that forced Sydney bars to close early and limited the drinks they could serve in a bid to curb alcohol-fueled violence ended Tuesday after complaints they had ruined the city's once-vibrant nightlife.
Congresswoman Cardi B? Rapper mulls political career
Rap superstar Cardi B is floating the notion of a political career, saying she could "shake the table" as a member of US Congress.
Dried bamboo shoot soup for Tết
When you read about Tết, you see things about seasonal changes and traditional customs. You will also find images of pink and pale peach blossoms and golden ochna trees, as well as the legendary glutinous rice square cakes, but few may have heard about the main soup for the Lunar New Year festival: canh măng.
Memories of Sweden and Việt Nam captured
An exhibition of 20 photos by Swedish and Vietnamese amateur photographers was held at the residence of the Swedish ambassador to Việt Nam on Sunday.
Nom, nom, Vietnam - Episode 29: Sugar-coated lotus seed
These sugar-coated lotus seeds are a popular gift for newlyweds, but the sweets are also bought for friends and family during Tet. To make sure your Lunar New Year is full of sweetness, pick up a pack of these super seeds!
