Việt Nam’s leading classical composer Maestro Nguyễn Văn Nam dies at 89

It is said he was working on his 10th symphony, but it's now whether the work has been finished. Nguyễn Văn Nam, Việt Nam’s top classical composer, who has left behind nine symphonic works, all dedicated to his country, died on May 17.

President Hồ Chí Minh lives on through the lives he touched

For swimmer Vũ Thị Sen, now 73, President Hồ Chí Minh was not only an idol, but her short meetings with him in her youth shaped her future.

Historic book about Việt Nam at the end of the 19th century released Readers who are curious about the people, landscape, lifestyle and customs of Việt Nam at the end of the 19th century can find their answers in a book by French doctor, explorer and photographer Charles-Édouard Hocquard (1853-1911) that will be published this May.

Overseas Vietnamese musician wins at IMA

Walking by overseas Vietnamese musician Trí Nguyễn has won in the World Beat category at the 18th Independent Music Awards (IMA).

Marksman Vinh to skip SEA Games and aim for Olympics

Vinh's teammate Trần Quốc Cường, 45, may also withdraw from the Games which will be held in Hà Nội and surrounding cities and provinces.

With region conquered, middle-distance runner Thái sets sight on further glory Nearly a decade on, Dương Văn Thái is still seeking a worthy opponent in not only the 800m but also the 1,500m.

Traditional delicacy represents wealth of Khmer ethnic minority people

Kà Tum, in Khmer language means “pomegranate” or "wrapped inside", is a kind of dumpling wrapped by leaves of thốt nốt (Asian palmyra palm) that looks like pomegranate fruit.

Club chairman refutes claims he's fame-hungry While some said he used the money to gain fame, Hùng has retorted that if VNĐ3 billion was enough to earn fame, a lot of people would do it.

Happiness smiles on former midfielder Kim Hồng

Former HCM City and national team midfielder Trần Thị Kim Hồng was a success on the pitch and in love.

Competition seeks best photos of Hà Nội