Freedom’s roar echoes from Ba Đình Square

As Việt Nam celebrates 80 years of independence, centenarian Nguyễn Văn Mỹ reflects on the pride felt at Ba Đình Square in 1945 and shares his hopes for the future generations who will lead the nation forward.

Marching in step with the homeland

Việt Nam News reporter Nguyễn Khánh Chi spoke with some of the overseas Vietnamese participating in the 80th National Day celebrations, capturing their reflections, emotions, and sense of pride as they embrace this meaningful responsibility.

Okra Foodbar: like a friend’s kitchen

A uniquely Sài Gòn “specialty” that I’ve come to love: the foodbar. And among them, Okra stands out as a place that feels like having dinner in a friend’s kitchen: warm, intimate, and full of surprises.

Beyond the spotlight, a journey within

A rising box-office star, Tuấn Trần opens up about his emotionally gripping role in Mang Mẹ Đi Bỏ (Leaving Mom), cultural exchanges on set, and what truly motivates his role choices.

Tracking down the elusive Sao La

Conservationists and researchers have been tracking the saola, or Asian bicorn (Pseudoryx nghetinhensis), one of the world’s rarest large mammals, in central Việt Nam, in nature since the latest photo of the endangered species was captured by a camera trap in Quảng Nam Province in 2013.

Composer’s music echoes through generations

As UNESCO recognises the work of the late Vietnamese composer Hoàng Vân as a Memory of the World, his daughter, Dr. Lê Y Linh, opens up about preserving his legacy through music that continues to resonate with today’s audiences.

Vietnamese circus affirms position on global stage

The VCF has been striving to innovate performances, create experimental programmes, and invite international artists to perform in order to captivate modern audiences. The artistic performances are meticulously crafted, featuring top circus performers, many of whom have won prestigious awards on the international stage in recent years.

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