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Many celebrities accept fines to stir controversy for attention

The HCMC Department of Information and Communications has unveiled a disturbing trend: celebrities are increasingly engaging in controversial behavior to attract public attention and boost their livestream sales, accepting fines.

Kaleidoscopic Vision exhibition to open in HCM City

Offering a fresh take on street photography, the upcoming Kaleidoscopic Vision exhibition will captivate photography enthusiasts with its eclectic artworks in HCM City starting from August 18.

Thanh Hoa student crowned Miss Tourism Identity Vietnam 2024

Nguyen Phuong Anh, a student from the northcentral province of Thanh Hoa, was crowned Miss Tourism Identity Vietnam 2024 at the grand finale held in Quang Ngai city on August 14 evening.

Five crafts recognised as national intangible heritage

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has announced five traditional crafts as national intangible heritage after recognizing a number of dishes from across the country recently.

High tech should be used in cultural-heritage copyright cases

Phygital, blockchain, NFC (Near Field Communication) and AR/VR/XR (augmented reality/virtual reality/extended reality) are technologies that can be used in the copyright of Vietnamese cultural heritage values, sites, and products.

Hue-based Ao Dai fashion recognised as national heritage

The wearing of áo dài (traditional long dress) costume and tailoring craft of the dress has been recognised as a National Intangible Heritage by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the fourth such recognition in the central province.

Vietnamese pianists to perform at city Opera House

Vietnamese pianists Nguyen Thuy Yen and Pham Nguyen Anh Vu will perform at the “A Night of Musical Journey” concert, which will take place at the HCM City Opera House on August 17.

Da Lat Flower Festival to be held by year-end

The 10th Da Lat Flower Festival is scheduled to take place in December and will last until the end of the year, as announced by the Lam Dong provincial People’s Committee.

World stars to descend on Hanoi for “Brilliance in Harmony” concert

The Sun Symphony Orchestra will join forces on stage, performing famous pieces to audiences, including Overture to The Marriage of Figaro, Trumpet Concerto in E Major. S. 49, and Suite No. 3 for Orchestra in G, Op. 55.

Vietnam festival helps tighten friendship with Japan

The 8th Vietnam Festival will be held in Japan’s Kanagawa prefecture on September 7 - 8 to help strengthen bonds between the two nations, heard a press conference on August 14.

Inside Dong Xam's 600-year-old silver craft village

Dong Xam Silver Craft Village in Thai Binh province, with nearly 600 years of history, is one of the most renowned traditional jewelry-making villages in northern Vietnam.

Mr World 2024 rescheduled for November in Vietnam

Vietnam has officially been confirmed as the host country of Mr World 2024, with the event rescheduled to take place in November instead of September as previously planned.

Nearly 500 dancers to attend International Dance Festival 2024 in Thua Thien-Hue

Nearly 500 dance artists from nine countries will participate in the International Dance Festival 2024 to be held in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue from August 17-22.

Hanoi’s Pho, lotus tea-making recognised as national cultural heritage

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism recently added Hanoi’s Pho (rice noodle soup) and traditional craft of making lotus tea in Quang An ward, Tay Ho district, to the list of national intangible cultural heritage.

Vietnamese artist transforms watch faces into miniature artworks

In a unique fusion of art and precision, Vietnamese artist Vo My Linh has carved a niche for herself by painting miniature masterpieces on watch faces.

Unique clothing of the Red Dao women

Women of the Red Dao ethnic group in northern Cao Bang province wear indigo clothes adorned with colorful embroidered images.

Young woman becomes famous TikToker, builds house for parents

Le Nguyen My Huyen, from the Mekong Delta, who has memories about her difficult childhood, has built a spacious house for her parents to show her gratitude after earning a lot of money from being a famous TikToker.

The art of bonsai: Captivating sanh trees in Vietnam

In Nam Dinh City, the art of bonsai reaches new heights with the stunning creations of the "old man" and "flying fairy gate" sanh (weeping fig) trees.

Journey of ’exporting’ knowledge by a Gen-Y author

Vo Minh Quan’s wish is to contribute to creating a wave of Vietnamese authors daring to ’package’ and share their knowledge and experiences with global readers, fostering confidence and pride in Vietnamese intellect.

Exploring Oc Eo: Six national treasures on display in An Giang

The An Giang Museum presents six national treasures from the Oc Eo culture, dating from the 4th to the 6th centuries.