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Đồng Nai honours rain-praying ritual of the S’tiêng

The delicious melancholy of Vietnamese Reunification Express

Artist mixes contemporary dance with roller-skating

Half Vietnamese, half Spanish artist Xuân Lê has returned to Việt Nam to participate in the 2019 Hanoi Dance Festival. His performance Vòng Lặp (Loop) has been warmly received by audiences. Phương Thúy from People’s Weekend interviewed Lê about his passion for contemporary dance

Ancient cannon in Đà Nẵng believed to be 350 years old

A bronze cannon, which was found at a construction site on a beach in Đà Nẵng on May 24, has been identified as having been created in the Netherlands around 350 years ago.

India's wild tiger population jumps to almost 3,000: census

India's wild tiger population has increased by more than 30 per cent in the last four years, according to a new census released Monday, raising hopes for the survival of the endangered species.

Mega-hit ‘Old Town Road’ breaks US singles chart record

The infectious country-trap smash Old Town Road has broken the record for longest reign over the US singles chart, Billboard announced Monday, stretching its now historic pop music domination to 17 weeks.

Photo exhibition opens in Lâm Đồng Province

The Việt Nam Association of Photography Artists (VAPA) and Lâm Đồng Province have collaborated to hold a photo exhibition and hand out awards to the best entrants at the Eastern South Photography Festival.

Artwork appraisal languishes under new centre

Eleven months after its launch, the Appraisal and Exhibition Centre of Art and Photography under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has carried out its responsibility inefficiently, according to experts.

A dessert for all occasions

Chè is a dessert to be enjoyed with friends, family and work colleagues anytime of the day. One popular choice when choosing which particular sweet soup you want is chè sương sa hạt lựu, or rainbow dessert.

Painting by hearing-impaired Vietnamese artist on display in Italy

Mother and child, a painting by hearing-impaired Vietnamese artist Dương Phương Linh, is being displayed at the RealEYES art gallery at the Vinicio hotel in Ansedonia, Italy’s Tuscany region.

American 16-year-old becomes solo Fortnite champ, winning $3 mn

American Kyle Giersdorf, alias "Bugha," became the first Fortnite world champion in the solo division, winning US$3 million at age 16.

Carlos Cruz-Diez, major figure in kinetic art, dies aged 95

Carlos Cruz-Diez, one of the major figures in kinetic art, has died at the age of 95 in Paris, his family announced on Sunday.

Gummy vitamins

A paediatrician may recommend daily supplements for children with a poor appetite or who are picky eaters, if an examination suggests they may be lacking in sufficient vitamins or minerals.

New version of famous cải lương play on women to be performed in HCM City

The cải lương (reformed opera) play Lan Và Điệp (Love Story of Lan and Điệp), a production by well-known scriptwriter Trần Hữu Trang, will be restaged in a new version 82 years after its premiere.

Australian tourists are top spenders in VN: report

The average spending by tourists from China, the largest source of visitors to Việt Nam, is much lower than that of other nationalities, according to a report by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism.

Exhibition showcases art by autistic children

New art showcasing the lives and worlds of children with autism will be unveiled at an exhibition entitled Không Thời Gian (No Time) that is being held at the Exhibition House at 29 Hàng Bài Street in Hà Nội.

ASEAN-Japan Music Festival held to push world peace

The first ASEAN-Japan Music Festival took place on Sunday in Hà Nội, featuring top music stars from Japan and ASEAN countries.

Russian pianist to perform famous works by his compatriots

Russian pianist Igor Chystokletov will perform famous works by Russian composers Tchaikovsky, Khachaturian and Rachmaninoff at the HCM City Opera House tonight (July 27).

Free hugs in Hà Nội

This year, the event is themed 'View Yourself From Another Perspective', giving an opportunity for people to receive intimate hugs from others to convey a message of love and friendliness.