With a history spanning more than 400 years, Hội An lantern making is a traditional craft that uses saltwater-treated bamboo frames to prevent termite damage, covered with delicate silk. The lanterns produce a soft, warm glow, reflecting the charm of Việt Nam’s cultural heritage.

A cultural space can only truly live up to its purpose when these standards are translated into activities of each agency, organisation and residential community, said a lecturer at the Ho Chi Minh City Cadre Academy.

Leave the car at home for the Love Bus route with Robinsons Land Corporation’ donation of buses in support of the MMDA initiative

Negroni Week returns for its 14th edition, running from September 21 to 27. Launched in 2013 by the US-based Imbibe Magazine, the annual celebration has grown into a worldwide drink-for-a-cause movement. More than US$5 million (HK$39.2 million) has been raised to date, with proceeds supporting the work of the Slow Food global movement. This year marks the programme’s most extensive Asia-Pacific presence yet, with visiting bartenders appearing across 18 venues in mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau,...

The first Border Light Festival in the province, a combination of flying drones and giant lanterns, will be held in Lạng Sơn City centre involving Lương Văn Tri, Đông Kinh, Kỳ Lừa and Tam Thanh wards and connected to the cultural space in Hùng Vương Street on September 19-20.

What happens when Hà Nội finds its rhythm in jazz? A new music festival, Hanoi Jazztival, is bringing the capital to life with three days of swinging beats, spontaneous sounds and fresh takes on Vietnamese music – putting the growing jazz scene of Hà Nội and Việt Nam in the spotlight.

How do volleyball stars Jaja and Dindin Santiago feel about dating men shorter than them?

The province’s digital tourism drive goes beyond promotion on social media. Lào Cai is gradually building a smart tourism ecosystem to improve visitor experiences, support tourism businesses and help mountain communities overcome geographical barriers.

Instead of waiting for customers to visit Phù Lãng or relying mainly on traditional distribution channels, the cooperative now introduces its handmade pottery directly on social media platforms. Its TikTok livestreams attract thousands of viewers, with orders placed during the broadcasts.