Sorry, Tây Hồ, technically

VietnamNews - Oct 22, 2026

‘Tây Hồ? Don’t live there. Or do, I don’t care anymore. Perfect if you’re fresh off the plane and need mod cons, overpriced sourdough, and don’t mind hanging out in places where the only locals are staff.’

Read full article

More News

Miss Universe delegates from Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia react to non-participation

Oct 22, 2026

Miss Universe delegates from Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia react to non-participation

Ahead of the Miss Universe coronation event in November, controversies are piling up.

Hong Kong’s Stanley, once packed with tourists, is now dead. What happened?

Oct 22, 2026

Hong Kong’s Stanley, once packed with tourists, is now dead. What happened?

With summer’s heat dissipating in Hong Kong, I decided to do a country walk last weekend and ended up in Stanley, a coastal neighbourhood in the south of Hong Kong Island. What we found there shocked us. It had been a few years since I visited the area, mostly because it was always packed with tourists. In all previous Stanley outings, hordes of visitors, whether from mainland China or Western countries, packed the side-street market and the main beach promenade. On this recent hike, a trail led...

Life in Macau from a creative lens

Oct 22, 2026

Life in Macau from a creative lens

Kevin Lai, head mixologist at The St Regis Bar in Macau, is originally from Taiwan. Meng Shu, a glass artist and lecturer who is also based in the city, grew up in mainland China. Inspired by their current home, these two individuals recently combined their talents to create a cocktail and accompanying piece of glass art that represent what Macau means to them as expats – mirroring the way in which parts of the local cultural heritage were shaped over the years by people who came to the port...

EA shuts down BioWare, next 'Mass Effect' canceled

Oct 22, 2026

EA shuts down BioWare, next 'Mass Effect' canceled

Electronic Arts (EA) is shutting down its subsidiary BioWare, marking the end of the studio behind popular video game franchises such as “Dragon Age,” “Mass Effect,” and “Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic.”

How Hong Kong cocktail bars design for service, ergonomics and success

Oct 22, 2026

How Hong Kong cocktail bars design for service, ergonomics and success

“You can tell in about 30 seconds whether a bar was designed by someone who’s worked a busy shift or by someone who drew a nice picture,” says Nikita Matveev. Ask mixologists what they notice when they walk into a bar, and they won’t mention the menu or the mood board. Matveev, head bartender of Dead Poets and The Old Man, counts the steps – how far bartenders must reach for ice, trash and stock, and whether they’re bumping into each other. Lorenzo Antinori sees light first: how it falls on the...

Kuya Kim marks daughter Emman's 1st death anniversary

Oct 22, 2026

Kuya Kim marks daughter Emman's 1st death anniversary

Kuya Kim Atienza marked the first death anniversary of his daughter, Emman Atienza.

Bimby Aquino says he will only marry a girl who accepts brother Josh: 'I will take care of him'

Oct 22, 2026

Bimby Aquino says he will only marry a girl who accepts brother Josh: 'I will take care of him'

Bimby Aquino said he will only marry a girl who wholeheartedly accepts his brother Josh.

Concert to celebrate unity and pride

Oct 22, 2026

Concert to celebrate unity and pride

The programme seeks to inspire national pride, promote self-reliance and resilience, and raise awareness of each individual’s responsibility towards the community.

Ninh Bình unveils vibrant cultural week to celebrate national heritage

Oct 22, 2026

Ninh Bình unveils vibrant cultural week to celebrate national heritage

A dynamic series of cultural, sports, and tourism events, alongside exclusive travel discounts, will take center stage across Ninh Bình Province to honour the inaugural National Culture Day.

International community helps new foreign visitors feel at home in Việt Nam

Oct 22, 2026

International community helps new foreign visitors feel at home in Việt Nam

Vietnam Is Awesome is a large community of Vietnamese and expats on Facebook that promotes the charms of Việt Nam and helps members live the best possible lives here.

6 Asian delegates to skip Miss Universe 2026 amid franchise dispute

Oct 22, 2026

6 Asian delegates to skip Miss Universe 2026 amid franchise dispute

Representatives from Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Laos will not participate in the 75th Miss Universe Competition amid an ongoing dispute over franchise rights.

Recommended