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Danang hosts legendary Manchester United players

Ex-football stars from Manchester United (MU) Wes Brown and Teddy Sheringham, along with 12 young players, have arrived in Danang to join the Vietnam – UK Football Festival 2025 from June 26 to 28.

Vietnam grouped with China in 2026 AFC Futsal Asian Cup qualifiers

Vietnam have been drawn into Group E alongside China, Lebanon, and Hong Kong (China) for the 2026 AFC Futsal Asian Cup qualifiers.

Tools over 3,500 years old discovered in Ninh Binh

Archaeologists have unearthed stone tools and shell ornaments dating back 3,800 to 4,000 years during an excavation at the Man Bac archaeological site in Yen Mo District, Ninh Binh Province.

Documentary on missing Argentine journalist to be filmed in Vietnam

An Argentine filmmaker is directing a new documentary which tells the story of Argentine photojournalist and war correspondent Ignacio Ezcurra, who went missing during wartime in Saigon.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino accepts VFF invitation to visit Vietnam

President Gianni Infantino of the world’s football governing body FIFA has accepted an invitation to visit Vietnam by a senior leader of the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF).

'Creative Journeys' art exhibition connects Vietnam and Singapore

The Vietnam University of Fine Arts in collaboration with Singapore's Maya Gallery has opened an exhibition to mark the strong bilateral relationship between Singapore and Vietnam.

Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival honours timeless elegance in modern life

The 2025 HCM City Ao Dai Festival has just opened on June 21 at Book Street, offering an immersive experience that highlights the enduring charm of Vietnam’s traditional dress.

Over 800 athletes take part in Nha Trang open water race

More than 800 swimmers from Vietnam and 25 countries are competing in the Sea Star Nha Trang Bay open water race, which kicked off on June 20 at the Sailing Club Nha Trang.

HCM City woman turns old jeans into eco-friendly designer bags

Leaving behind a stable office job, Hong Tham set up a home workshop in a small alley in Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, to pursue her passion: crafting handbags from recycled denim.

Vietnam to host first-ever Southeast Asia and Asia Dancesport Festival

The first-ever World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) Vietnam Dancesport Festival 2025 is set to take place in Ho Chi Minh City from July 9 to 13.

Vietnamese celebs gear up for Dantri's pickleball tournament

Many of Vietnam's most popular actors and singers are actively training for the Dantri Pickleball Tournament scheduled to take place on July 5 and 6 in Hanoi.

HCM City's 70-year-old tea shop preserves tradition

A century-old family business in Ho Chi Minh City's District 11 serves rare teas with heritage and heart.

Red River Festival set to take place in Lao Cai

This year's Red River Festival is scheduled to take place from November 21 to 28 in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai.

Thousands of rare artefacts preserved at Vietnam Press Museum

The museum showcases original tools, newspapers and equipment from a century of Vietnamese journalism.

Miss Ocean Vietnam 2025 launched with strong environmental focus

The fifth edition of the Miss Ocean Vietnam pageant was officially launched at a press conference in Ho Chi Minh City on June 16, with the aim of promoting environmental awareness.

Korean star Ji Chang Wook to attend Danang Asian Film Festival

Renowned South Korean actor Ji Chang Wook is set to visit Vietnam to attend the opening ceremony of the third Danang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF III), scheduled for June 29.

Vietnamese canoeists take 10 golds at Asia, Southeast Asia Championships

Vietnamese athletes won 10 gold, 3 silver, and 6 bronze medals at the 2025 Asian Canoe Sprint Junior & U23 Championships & 2025 South East Asian Canoe Sprint Championships.

Over 1,000 yoga practitioners celebrate International Yoga Day 2025

More than 1,000 yoga instructors, practitioners, and enthusiasts gathered at Yen So Park in Hanoi on June 15 for a vibrant festival marking International Yoga Day 2025.

Vietnam to host U17, U23 Asian Wrestling Championships for first time

Vietnam will play host to the U17 and U23 Asian Wrestling Championships 2025 for the first time, scheduled to take place in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province from June 16 to 28.

Vietnam lose first Asian Cup qualifiers match against Malaysia

Vietnam’s national football team lost 0-4 to Malaysia in their first Asian Cup qualifier match at Bukit Jalil National Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on June 10.

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