Artist's 17-year passion for cải lương drama

Phạm Văn Đằng has been composing cải lương songs and plays for nearly two decades. His hard working is appreciated by famed directors and artists. His works are shot and staged in many televisions and theatres nationwide.

Vietnamese artist masters porcelain painting

Hồng Đức Thanh, who is now based in Norway, is the creator of many artworks that have stunned art enthusiasts. Most of his paintings are performed on thin, light porcelain products with an elegant shape and shiny enamel colours.

The house of Russian delights

You would be hard pushed to find one better CCCP Café and Restaurant in Hà Nội’s bustling Ba Đình District.

Vietnamese editor honoured for contribution to fashion industry

Trần Nguyễn Thiên Hương, founder and chief executive of Sun Flower Media, a Vietnamese publishing house that has held the licence for local edition of Harper’s Bazaar since 2011, talks with Phương Mai about her work and how Việt Nam is keeping up with the trend of sustainable fashion.

Singer uses music to spread positive vibes

Đinh Mạnh Ninh, a singer-songwriter who has been making music for more than a decade, first gained popularity with his heartfelt ballads about love. Recently Ninh made a comeback with a new, more up-to-date record in the genre of groovy and disco funk.

Hidden-gem coffee places to discover in Hà Nội

As coffee shops begin to appear in every corner of the city, the options can be bewildering for first-time visitors. To assist you, Việt Nam News has compiled a list of hidden coffee shops that offer a more private, calming atmosphere and delectable meals.

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