Theatre director Việt Tú, whose art shows are big hits in Việt Nam, has continued his run of successes with his latest show Thủa Ấy Xứ Đoài or The Quintessence of Tonkin. Inspired by the traditional art form of water puppetry, more than 100 real farmers and villagers are part of the show that has won rave reviews from critics. Director Tú spoke to Thúy Hằng about his work and inspiration.
Veteran artist Vĩnh Phối died of old age on Monday in his home city at the age of 81. The artist is known as the pioneer of abstract paintings in Việt Nam, however, that is not the only genre of art he is famous for.
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The nation remembers with undying gratitude the martyrs of Quảng Trị 72, the fiercest battle of the prolonged American War. But the fight is far from over, writes Phạm Hoàng Anh
A Vietnamese boy who could barely walk or speak because of cerebral palsy gets two degrees at a US university and looks forward to new challenges, Phan Dương and Lương Hương report.
with bar manager Nicola Veronese from JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi
Faced with an abundance of entertainment options, kids these days are more likely to choose the cinema over the circus. Once high-flying performers are now struggling to make ends meet as audience numbers dwindle and ticket sales dry up. Is it time to change careers? Thu Anh reports.
A little market, tucked away in a corner of Hà Nội, may be the best choice when it comes to buying gemstones and jewellery. Sellers and buyers can meet and talk about the different stones, and all items are checked for quality. Thu Trang reports.
Lê Văn Hiệp, director of the Kim Hoàng Hiệp Trading, Service and Environment Limited Company, has installed some trial-free smart toilets at public areas in Bình Dương. He has active solutions to change the quality of toilets throughout the country. Lê Hương explores his interest in toilets.
Nothing beats this heat better than beef fillet with rosemary juice, accompanied by some potatoes. The dish is brought to you by chef Phillip.
A famous pediatric surgeon in Việt Nam continues to break new ground as he strives to make small but life-changing improvements for patients and their parents. Thu Vân reports.
Instead of giving gifts that offer temporary happiness to the disabled, Đoàn Thị Hoa has dedicated her life to teaching useful skills to the less fortunate. Her classes offer students the chance to learn a trade and earn a living.
A cosy corner on a peaceful Parisian street, An Di An Di invites diners to try out a small selection of creative Vietnamese-French fusion dishes. Thúy Hằng explores.
The sunken fret guitar, or lute with six strings, is always treated as a unique feature of Vietnamese music, alongside traditional instruments.
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Just 34, a Vietnamese professor who has received 10 patents and won many technological and medical awards in the US, is motivated by a desire to create things useful for people, especially children. Quang Lộc reports.
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Quiet and unassuming, a village not far from downtown Hà Nội takes one back progressively in time, from decades to centuries, making strong historical connections. Bùi Quỳnh Hoa recounts the experience.
HCM City’s best broken rice dishes can be found at Cơm Tấm Mộc restaurant, which specialises in southern fare, both traditional and fusion. Mỹ Duyên reports.
These tiny birds have a lot of flavour for their size and suit both quick or slow cooking. One quail would make a generous starter or light supper for one person. Enjoy!
Phan Đức Dũng, 30 years old, as a father and a coder, is deeply aware of the threats of Internet. He develops a software product named Safenet aiming to protect users from harmful websites.
Dr Nguyễn Minh Quân has brought advanced technologies normally used at city- or central-level hospitals to an outlying district, Thủ Đức, in HCM City. He spoke to Gia Lộc about his work.
A long-standing skeptic, Hồng Vân visits the Aummee restaurant in Ha Noi and admits her bias in favour of non-vegan food could’ve been a trifle misplaced.
