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My Chi reaches final of Sing! Asia 2025 after defeating Chinese rival

Vietnamese singer Phuong My Chi has advanced to the final of Sing! Asia 2025, a regional talent show spotlighting emerging vocalists from across Asia, after defeating a strong contestant from China.

Hoi An embraces creative expression with debut visual art camp

Hoi An City is hosting a visual art camp at Cui Lu Art Space, bringing together Vietnamese and Filipino artists to reimagine the city’s cultural heritage through contemporary works created on-site.

Over 100 overseas Vietnamese youths join summer camp

The 2025 Vietnam Summer Camp officially opened in Dak Lak on July 16, welcoming 110 outstanding young Vietnamese from 31 countries and territories.

Overseas youth begin journey of heritage at Vietnam Summer Camp 2025

The 2025 Vietnam Summer Camp officially began in Ho Chi Minh City on July 14, bringing together young overseas Vietnamese for a journey across numerous localities nationwide.

My Anh to vie for Miss Earth 2025 crown

Trinh My Anh, the third runner-up of Miss Earth Vietnam 2025, will represent Vietnam to compete in the Miss Earth 2025 pageant.

Photo of Vietnam sedge harvest honoured at international photo contest

A photo of sedge harvesters at work in central Vietnam has won acclaim at the International Aerial Photography Contest, which spotlights exceptional images taken from above.

Toyota Concert 2025 to hit Hanoi stage in late July

The 2025 Toyota Concert is set to return to the capital in late July, offering the public a captivating evening of classical music.

Thousands pay tribute to late Party General Secretary on death anniversary

Large numbers of people gathered in Hanoi’s Dong Anh Commune and at Mai Dich Cemetery to mark the first anniversary of the passing of late Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong on Tuesday.

Vietnamese film festival in UK spreads culture through cinema

The Star Nha (Home) Ease: Vietnamese Cinema, the only Vietnamese film event in the UK, has just opened its second season at Rich Mix Theatre in London.

Swiss diplomat proposes Hanoi jazz festival to mark 55 years of diplomacy

Swiss Ambassador to Vietnam Thomas Gass has proposed holding a jazz festival in Hanoi to commemorate the 55th anniversary of Vietnam–Switzerland diplomatic relations (October 11, 1971 – 2026).

Italian short films to be screened in Hanoi

A screening of short films by Italian filmmakers will take place on July 10 at Casa Italia, an Italian cultural and branding centre in Hanoi.

HCM City doctor wins global photography award

A doctor in Ho Chi Minh City has won a top prize at the 2025 World Food Photography Awards for a photo captured during a short family trip, blending his medical career with a passion for art.

Traditional Japanese puppeteers to perform in Hanoi

Japanese artists will come to Hanoi to perform bunraku, a traditional form of puppetry, at Cong Nhan Theatre on July 5 and 6.

Miss Business World 2025 to honour global women entrepreneurs

The Miss Business World 2025 competition is set to culminate this October in California, USA.

Netflix and other online services raise prices in Vietnam

Streaming service provider Netflix has increased its subscription fees in Vietnam by 5 per cent starting from July 1 due to changes in value-added tax (VAT).

Pagodas ring bells for national peace on first day of new government model

Thousands of pagodas and monasteries across Vietnam rang their bells to mark the country's first day of a new two-tier local government model on July 1.

17 national treasures go on display in HCM City for first time

Seventeen national treasures are being exhibited together for the first time in HCM City, offering visitors a unique glimpse into Vietnam’s rich cultural and historical legacy.

Vietnamese youth take centre stage in Paris festival

Nearly 100 young people of Vietnamese descent from around the world gathered in Paris for a vibrant festival showcasing a youthful, creative, and globally connected Vietnam.

Haiphong launches night tour featuring 3D mapped communal house

A new night tour, combining traditional folk performances with modern 3D mapping technology, was launched on June 28 at Hang Kenh Communal House in Haiphong.

Vietnamese model finishes in Top 10 at Mister Supranational 2025

Vietnamese model Minh Khac delivered a standout performance at Mister Supranational 2025, earning a place among the Top 10 finalists during the grand finale held in Poland on June 28.

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