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VN representative shines in Miss Universe 2017’s semi-final round

Vietnamese representative Nguyen Thi Loan and other 90 contestants from around the world competed in the semi-final round of Miss Universe 2017 in Las Vegas, USA on November 21.

Nguyen Thi Loan listed among top 10 in Global Beauties list

 Global Beauties, the leading online resource for international beauty pageants, has listed Vietnamese representative Nguyen Thi Loan among top 10 Miss Universe 2017 Best Glam Shots.

Urban Dance Group to feature US, Vietnamese dancers

 Young dancers of the HCM City-based Urban Dance Group (UDG) troupe will perform in a show “Between Us” featuring contemporary dance.

Vietnamese beauties in Miss Universe through the years

Vo Hoang Yen, Pham Huong and Thuy Lam are outstanding beauties representing Vietnam in Miss Universe pageants.

Loan reveals evening gowns for Miss Universe 2017

Vietnamese representative Nguyen Thi Loan has unveiled the evening gowns she will wear in the ongoing Miss Universe 2017 pageant in Las Vegas, USA.

Spectacular Miss Universe national costumes

The National Costume competition is one of the most hotly anticipated segments of the annual Miss Universe pageant. Let’s take a look at some of the stunning national costumes worn by the contestants.

Violin prodigy takes top prize at Int’l Music Competition

 Ten-year-old Cao Hoang Linh has won first prize at the International Music Competition in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Vietnamese culture features Buddhist legacy

 Since Buddhism entered Vietnam from India and China years ago, has mixed with the nation’s traditions and beliefs, while contributing to shaping the nation’s cultural heritage.

NA deputies debate special policies for HCM City’s growth

 Deputies at the 14th National Assembly discussed a resolution on special mechanisms and policies for Ho Chi Minh City’s development during their November 20 sitting as part of the ongoing NA’s fourth session.

Grave statues of the Co Tu

 The Co Tu in the Central Highlands are famous for wood statues and grave-houses. The grave-house is a unique architectural work of the Co Tu, which reflects the characteristics and hobbies of the deceased.

Boy ’genius’ wins Thai music award

 Ten year old violinist Cao Hoàng Linh from Hanoi has won first prize in the Junior B category at the International Music Competition held in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

“Across the Storm” exhibition, a call for fighting gender-based violence

The contemporary arts exhibition “Across the Storm” is in response to the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

Do My Linh bows out of Miss World 2017’s Top 15

 Miss Vietnam Do My Linh has bowed out of the Top 15 at Miss World 2017 in China.

“Piano Battle” concert hits stage in HCM City

 World famous pianists Andreas Kern and Paul Cibis will perform in the “Piano Battle” concert in Ho Chi Minh City Conservatory of Music at 112 Nguyen Du Street, District 1 on December 1.

Vietnamese character in overseas Vietnamese writers’ works

 Some overseas Vietnamese writers have gained a level of success in world literature. Their works reflect the unique character of Vietnamese culture.

Flower festival to bring fragrant blossoms to Da Lat

 The biennial Da Lat Flower Festival 2017 will take place in Da Lat city, Lam Dong province from December 23 to 27, promising to bring a fragrant blossom to the Central Highlands city.

Traditional culture brought to the stage

 Enjoying a vibrant cultural show “The Quintessence of Tonkin” amidst a traditional village on the outskirts of Hanoi is a fantastic experience for tourists and locals alike.

Vietnamese conical hats appear in int’l fashion

Palm-leaf conical hats, known in Vietnam as “Non La” have recently featured in a fashion show for Italian brand TL-180.

Vietnamese beauties in Miss World through the years

Mai Phuong Thuy, Huong Giang, and Nguyen Thi Huyen are outstanding beauties representing Vietnam in Miss World pageants.

Hanoi concert with Japanese cellist Tsutsumi Tsuyoshi

Concert Vol. 105 with the performance of conductor Honna Tetsuji, cello soloist Tsutsumi Tsuyoshi and the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra will take place at the Hanoi Opera House, 1 Trang Tien, Hanoi on November 29.