Viking runestone linked to fears of climate change: study
One of the world's most famous runestones is now believed to have been erected by Vikings fearing a repeat of a previous cold climate crisis in Scandinavia, a new study said Wednesday.
Oscars to go without host for second year
The Oscars will again go without a host next month, repeating a format credited with boosting ratings last year, US network ABC confirmed Wednesday.
FVH lecture on Tết traditions
Like previous years, right before Tết (Lunar New Year), the Friends of Việt Nam Heritage (FVH) will host a lecture on Tết traditions on January 17.
David Bowie Night at HRC
A music night dedicated to legendary musician David Bowie will take place at Hanoi Rock City (HRC) on Saturday.
French sculptor realises dream in Việt Nam
For French sculptor Ariel Moscovici, joining local and international artists at the Art in the Forest (AIF) project in the northern province of Vĩnh Phúc was a unique experience.
Artists promote ceramic art through their sculptures
Seven artists from the Sài Gòn Ceramic Arts Group are showing 170 ceramic sculptures depicting life, people and love in at the HCM City Fine Arts Museum.
A evening of poetry and music at Salon Saigon
Salon Saigon will host a performance of poem reading and music called “Soirée Saigon” on January 15.
HCM City-based artists introduce artworks in capital
Three artists from HCM City have organised the first joint exhibition in Hà Nội, showing off their best artworks.
Hạ Long to host international music festival
Hạ Long International Music Festival will take place in the northern province of Quảng Ninh’s Exhibition and Fair Palace from January 10 to 11.
Traditional customs for Tết in Old Quarter
Traditional cultural activities will be hosted by the Đình Làng Việt (Vietnamese Communal House) group and the Hà Nội Old Quarter management board on January 18 in downtown Hà Nội.
Mountain spring festival comes to capital
A series of events reflecting the festive atmosphere in northern mountainous regions is being showcased throughout January at the Village of Culture-Tourism of Ethnic Groups in Việt Nam in the western outskirts of Hà Nội.
CNBC lauds Mù Cang Chải terraced fields
The breathtaking landscape created by imposing mountains and terraced fields in Mù Cang Chải District in the northern province of Yên Bái are worth a visit, according to CNBC – a world leader in business news and financial market coverage.
Director wants better conditions for TV series production
Vietnamese television series are flourishing on the small screen, with Về Nhà Đi Con (Come Home, My Dear), Quỳnh Búp Bê (Quỳnh the Doll) and Cả Một Đời Ân Oán (Life of Love and Feud) all huge hits.
Weekend festival to highlight French food and culture
Hà Nội residents and tourists are invited to take part in a festival dedicated to French in the city from Friday.
HCM City to offer special tours during Tết
Bike tours in Cần Giờ District and food tours on cyclos will be among the many kinds of tours to be offered during the Tết (Lunar New Year) Holiday in HCM City.
Composer combines two traditional art types in music video
Composer Nguyễn Quang Long has released the new music video (MV) combining traditional arts: xẩm (blind busketers’ singing) and quan họ (love duets).
Cải lương show to raise funds for poor theatre performers
Dozens of young and veteran theatre performers will participate the sixth charity concert Nghệ Sĩ Tri Âm (Traditional Performers Together), launched by People’s Artist Kim Cương, in HCM City today (January 8).
Ancient wine measuring table unearthed in Jerusalem
Israeli archaeologists unveiled an ancient table on Monday used to measure wine and olive oil, which they said helps prove a market once stood at the site in occupied east Jerusalem.
London designer Wales Bonner making waves
At just 29, Grace Wales Bonner is one of London's most promising designers, exploring black male identity through her eponymous menswear brand with looks that have caught the eye of celebrities such as Meghan Markle.
Seven special national sites recognised
Seven historical, artistic and architectural relics have been officially recognised as special national sites by the Prime Minister, including Mù Cang Chải terraced fields in the northern province of Yên Bái.
