CULTURE AND SPORT

Vietnam’s Nghe Tinh Vi-Giam folk singing was officially recognised by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity at the 9th session of its Inter-governmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Paris on November 27.

Vietnam, Philippines eye top spot

Vietnam and the Philippines will battle it out to secure the top place in their last Group A game, each vying for an advantage going into the semi-final stage of the AFF Cup.

Trans-Vietnam cycling tournament to begin next month

More than 300 cyclists from 15 domestic teams and two teams from Laos and Cambodia will participate in the "Trans-Vietnam, Vietnam National Defence Cup" tournament next month.

Hanoi Art Mart makes its debut

Hanoi’s grooviest art scene is set to premiere for the first time ever at the Hang Da Trade Centre, December 5-28, with artworks of more than 59 artists.

AFF Suzuki Cup: Vietnam stun Laos 3-0

Vietnam made a 3-0 victory over Laos at Hanoi’s My Dinh station on November 25, moving on track for a semi-final berth in the 2014 Southeast Asian Football Championship - AFF Suzuki Cup.

Vietnam seeks UNESCO recognition for Vi-Giam folk singing

Vietnam is requesting UNESCO recognition for Vi-Giam folk singing at the organisation’s meeting from November 24-28 in Paris.

Vietnam seeks win over Laos in bid for semis

Vietnam's head coach Toshyia Miura made it clear in the pre-match conference that his team want to beat Laos today in their second match at the ongoing ASEAN Football Federation Cup at My Dinh Stadium in Hanoi.

Contestant withdraws from Miss Vietnam under suspicion of cosmetic surgery

Pham My Linh has withdrawn from Miss Vietnam 2014 after she was accused of having had a nose job.

Applied art show opens in Hanoi

The Museum of Fine Arts is displaying art pieces made from everyday objects across the nation at an exhibition in Hanoi.

Hanoi fest to fete Asia-Pacific filmmaking

A total of 130 films from 32 countries and territories will be screened at the third Hanoi International Film Festival (HANIFF).

Vietnam receives flag to host ASIAN Beach Games 2016

Vietnam took a flag to feature its host of the fifth ASIAN Beach Games (ABG 5) at the closing ceremony of the ABG 4 in Saphan Hin Park, Phuket, Thailand on November 23.

Indonesia hold Vietnam to 2-2 draw in AFF opener

Hosts Vietnam were held to a 2-2 draw against Indonesia on Saturday in their opening Group A match at the 2014 Southeast Asian Football Championship, or AFF Suzuki Cup, in Hanoi.

Vietnam ranks fourth at Asian Beach Games 2014

Vietnam secured the fourth place in the medal tally of the 4th Asian Beach Games (ABG 4- 2014) in Phuket, Thailand, with 8 gold, 11 silver and 20 bronze medals.

Five local and foreign bands join Saigon Int’l Music Week

HCMC-based Saigon Sound System will host the first Saigon International Music featuring music talent from Australia, the U.S., U.K and Vietnam from November 26 until December 4 at Cargo Bar in District 4.

Singer My Tam wins Asian Music Legend Award

Vietnamese pop star My Tam was presented the ‘Asian Music Legend Award’ at a recent ceremony in Malaysia within the framework of the 2nd Top Asia Corporate Ball. The competition gathered the participation of about 900 contestants from throughout Asia.

VTV fined for content disrespecting teachers on Teachers' Day

Vietnam Television was fined VND30 million for broadcasting an animated film about a bad-mannered teacher on Teachers' Day, November 20.

Vietnamese football team coach calls for fan support

Toshiya Miura, coach of Vietnamese national football team expressed his worry that not many people will attend the upcoming AFF match.

Quang Tri honours traditional bai choi singing

A festival held recently in the central province of Quang Tri celebrated a form of singing called bai choi, a local cultural tradition.

Saxophonist to combine jazz with folk in concert

Saxophonist Tran Manh Tuan will hold a concert with the Vietnam National Symphony and Orchestra on November 26 and 27 at 8pm at the Hanoi Opera House.

Vietnam wins grand prize at World Puppet Carnival

A performance named ‘The Melody of Homeland’ by the Vietnam Puppetry Theatre has been honoured as the top performance at the Harmony World Puppet Carnival in Thailand.

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