CULTURE AND SPORT

On his debut at the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games arena last year, 16-year-old Tran Hung Nguyen stunned everyone by overcoming many tough competitors to seize two gold medals and break one record, thus declaring himself as the most promising

Private galleries enrich HCM City’s arts scene

Ngô Lực, a painter and architect in HCM City, believes it is necessary “to open more art spaces in the city to deepen aesthetic appreciation and creativity among people, especially youth.”

Fashion legend Jean-Paul Gaultier bows out in style

Jean-Paul Gaultier has bowed out of fashion with all the cheek and showmanship with which he has lit it up over the last half century.

Vietnamese badminton legend Minh aims to take part his fourth Olympics

Vietnam badminton legend Nguyễn Tiến Minh is targeting a spot at the Tokyo Olympics, hoping to make it his fourth appearance at the games.

Quang Hai and Van Hau make final Vietnam Golden Ball shortlist

Nguyen Quang Hai and Doan Van Hau (both of V.League champions Hanoi FC) have been named within the final five-man shortlist for the 2019 Vietnam Golden Ball men’s award, as recently announced by the organising committee.

Coach Park Hang Seo to return Vietnam after Tet Holiday

South Korean coach Park Hang Seo will return to Vietnam to train the Vietnamese male national football squad after the Lunar New Year or Tet Holiday.

Hoai Sa to represent Vietnam at Miss International Queen 2020

Bui Dinh Hoai Sa will represent Vietnam at the Miss International Queen 2020 which is due to be held in Thailand in March.

Archers Nguyệt, Vũ to make Việt Nam Olympic dream come true

Hold the bow, notch the arrow, draw the string back, aim and fire.

Traditional Tet rituals re-enacted at Thang Long imperial citadel

Traditional rituals for the Lunar New Year (Tet) were re-enacted at the Thang Long royal citadel relic site in Hanoi on Friday, giving participants a glimpse into the Tet celebrations of the royals in the past.

Vietnam lose to DPRK, out of AFC U23 Championship

Vietnam lost to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) 1-2 in their last group game on January 16, thus out of the ongoing 2020 AFC U23 Championship.

PM encourages Vietnam U23s ahead of decider against DPR Korea

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has encouraged the Golden Stars to fight for national pride and push hard for a victory, in his letter sent to Park Hang-seo and his Vietnamese side on January 15, ahead of their decider

Asian Cup enforces draconian sponsorship policy

Fans have been warned that they will be banned from entering the stadium for the Vietnam-North Korea match at the Asian Cup if they wear clothes that have logos that are not from the tournament's sponsors.

Thailand, Australia enter AFC U23 champ’s knockout round

Hosts Thailand and Australia booked their spots in the knockout stages from Group A at the 2020 AFC U23 Championships on January 14.

Modern Talking and Sandra to perform in Vietnam in March

The German band Modern Talking and singer Sandra will return to Vietnam with their performance in Hanoi on March 7.

Women's football team refuse awards

The Vietnamese women's football team have refused an award of VND500 million (USD21,739) offered by a local company after being offended by their requirements.

Impressive Williams races into Auckland final against Pegula

Serena Williams delivered a masterclass in her semi-final at the WTA Auckland Classic on Saturday, needing only 43 minutes to down rising star Amanda Anisimova and set up a showdown against Jessica Pegula.

Hanoi organises Tet holiday events

Various cultural activities will be held at famous tourist sites in Hanoi during the Lunar New Year period.

International art performance to celebrate the New Year 2020

Hanoi Union of Friendship Organizations held an art performance on Friday to celebrate the New Year 2020.

Ministry announces ten notable events in culture, sports and tourism

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has just announced the top 10 culture, sports and tourism events of 2019.

Vietnam, UAE play out a goalless draw in AFC U23 opener

Vietnam and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) settled for a 0-0 draw in their Group D opener at the 2020 AFC U23 Championship at the Buriram Stadium in Buriram, Thailand on January 10.

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