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Crafting dreams: Agarwood art brings Vietnam’s heritage to life

With skill and dedication, Le Ngoc Duc turns humble agarwood into breathtaking portraits and cultural symbols.

Third Vietnam baguette festival to excite spectators

The third Vietnam Banh Mi (Baguette) Festival is taking place at Le Van Tam Park in Ho Chi Minh City from March 21-24, celebrating Vietnamese 'banh mi' as a world-class culinary treasure.

Temple of Literature to host Hanoi Art Fair

Co-organised by 12 artists and art studios in collaboration with the Centre for Cultural and Scientific Activities of Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam, the fair seeks to inspire creativity and make the arts more accessible to the public.

Winners of 42nd National Television Festival honoured

The four-day festival, co-organised by Vietnam Television (VTV) and the provincial People's Committee, attracted 734 entries from 100 participating organisations.

Thai-Vietnamese cultural food street launched in Nakhon Phanom

A Thai-Vietnamese Cultural Food Street has opened in Nakhon Phanom province, over 700 km northeast of Bangkok, Thailand.

Ancient boats discovered in Bac Ninh may hold traces of Vietnam’s trade history

Two ancient boats found in Bac Ninh may date back to the Giao Chi period, offering invaluable insights into ancient trade and transportation.

Disney's 'Snow White' flops at Vietnamese box office, outshined by horror hit

The controversial live-action remake Snow White struggles to gain traction as the 18+ horror film Evil Incarnation continues to dominate the box office.

Photo exhibition on “ASEAN countries and people” scheduled for May

A photo exhibition on “ASEAN countries and people” is scheduled to take place in May 2025 as part of the Lang Sen Festival, marking the 135th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh.

Vietnamese art shines at "Vietnam Sparkling" exhibition in Austria

Vuong Linh brings a touch of Vietnam to Europe, presenting nature-inspired oil paintings that capture the essence of Vietnamese seasons.

Mister Tourism World 2025 controversy: Truth or speculation?

Hung Nguyen, crowned Mister Tourism World 2025, has had his advertising contracts and event schedules temporarily suspended amid ongoing controversy over his title being revoked.

The forgotten patriot behind Vietnamese photography: Nguyen Dinh Khanh

Known as the "founding father" of Vietnamese photography, Khanh Ky's legacy extends beyond art, touching on patriotism and national liberation.

Miss Universe Vietnam 2025 introduces innovative changes and new features

The prestigious pageant returns with exciting updates, including real-world training and vibrant cultural celebrations.

Villagers in Thanh Hoa protect 'sacred stone,' call it 'a treasure'

Every Tet holiday, ethnic Thai ethnic in Son Thuy commune, Quan Son district, in Thanh Hoa province gather around a stone regarded as a "treasure" by the locals to "seek blessings."

HCM City hosts weekly fireworks and drone show to celebrate reunification

Experience spectacular weekly fireworks and a record-setting drone show in Ho Chi Minh City, marking 50 years of reunification and President Ho Chi Minh’s 135th birthday.

Exploring inner worlds: 16 artists showcase diverse styles at Open 14

The Open 14 exhibition in Hanoi features over 100 works by contemporary artists, blending realism, expressionism, and surrealism.

Vietnamese tea culture introduced in Canada

Together with his friends, Tuan has cultivated a unique cultural experience in enjoying Vietnamese tea through what he calls "tea invitations," meaning drinking tea while meeting people from various countries.

‘Quy Nhap Trang’ dominates Vietnam’s box office with $4.6 million

The Vietnamese horror hit ‘Quy Nhap Trang’ surpasses $4.6 million, selling rights to 23 countries, while Hoang Thuy Linh’s concert documentary sees one of the worst box office openings in history.

Vietnam’s Duong Thi Thanh Thao wins Miss International Friendship & Culture 2025

The grand finale of Miss International Friendship & Culture 2025 took place in Thailand, with Duong Thi Thanh Thao from Dak Lak, Vietnam, emerging as the winner.

VN to host 999 beauty queens and kings at Global Student Fashion Week 2025

The Global Student Fashion Week 2025 (GSFW) is set to welcome 999 beauty queens and kings from various countries, along with 900 dancers and more than 6,000 distinguished guests.

The 2-ton monolithic Kim Cuong guardian statues: VN's national Buddhist treasure

Vietnam’s Kim Cuong Guardian Statues at Doi Son Pagoda are monolithic Buddhist relics from the Ly Dynasty, symbolizing protection and artistic excellence. Learn about their history and significance.