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With a record 6.3 per cent increase, the country is among the 10 economies showing the most remarkable improvement in the ranking board of the WEF's leaders and fastest risers in global tourism

The Circus Federation has combined traditional Vietnamese mythology with 3D mapping technology to create a visually striking stage experience. The production blends circus, music, lighting and visual effects in a contemporary way.

Translator and artist Đức Dũng is holding his first solo exhibition at the Việt Nam Fine Arts Museum, creating a distinctive blend of scientific and technological thinking with philosophical depth expressed through painting.

HCM City Radio and Television (HTV), part of the HCM City Press, Radio and Television Agency, and TFS Studio have announced Bãi Săn, an AI-powered short-form series.

We have selected seven Lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. How Helena Law Lan, 91, became Hong Kong cinema’s grand dame of horror Few figures are as synonymous with Hong Kong horror films as Helena Law Lan, who has been a household name for over half a century. 2. How Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan is a symbol of China’s fashion soft power Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan has...

The National Day “golden week” break is upon us, and with it comes the familiar dread: packed MTR carriages, huge crowds and a slow-moving tide of visitors. But as always, there are several ways to escape the hordes, whether that is trying experimental gelato, practising poolside yoga or checking out an exhibition of Hong Kong’s beloved neon lights. 1. Ciao! Gelato Fest 2026 The city’s first large-scale Italian gelato festival is back at PMQ for another edition, bringing together 20 brands from...

The exhibition is curated by Đặng Thùy Anh as part of the second season of the Solomarathon 2026 programme at Á Space.

Katseye is set to take on the runway!

The famous Ma Mon Luk restaurant on Quezon Avenue committed sanitary and business permit violations leading to its temporary closure, the Quezon City Business Permits and Licensing Department (BPLD) said.

The Youth Cinema Festival 2026 (Youth CineFest 2026) kicked off in HCM City on Tuesday, featuring a series of film screenings, the project market, and exchanges with filmmakers.

Beyond his own practice, he played a pivotal role in the development of contemporary art in Việt Nam by establishing Salon Natasha, one of the country’s first independent art spaces.

Robb Guinto addressed her current status with Yasser Marta after the actor turned emotional in an interview when asked about their relationship.

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As someone who enjoys savoury, pickled and highly pungent foods, my interest was piqued when I saw that the Disgusting Food Museum had come to Hong Kong. If I loved even the strongest of blue cheeses and stinky tofu, surely I would have a good time at the exhibition. Founded in Sweden in 2018, the museum went viral through a mixture of grotesque fascination and cultural pushback, as critics questioned the fairness of labelling traditional foods – such as the Chinese century egg – as...

This month’s round-up spans the city’s most exciting openings, from a South Korean pot rice chain with more than 70 stores back home to a froyo counter tucked inside a Sai Wan launderette. There’s a relocated Michelin-recognised French-Japanese tasting menu in Causeway Bay, a neo-retro rooftop revival in Central and a Cantonese concept that curiously shares its name with a famous Michelin three-star institution. British pub classics land in SoHo, American soft-serve arrives soon and Wagyu takes...

The festival will feature khèn (Mông panpipe) performances, exhibitions, traditional craft demonstrations, culinary activities, sporting events and folk games.

Plus63 is happening on November 28 at the Aseana City Concert Grounds in Parañaque City.

At 64, retired police investigator Rodrigo Barrameda Jr. could have left one unfinished dream behind.

The symphony Evergreen Friendship was a large-scale symphonic work meticulously composed by collaborative effort involving four Chinese and four Vietnamese composers in an effort to foster a spirit of creativity and promote exchange and mutual understanding between the peoples and artists of the two countries.

The works celebrate Hà Nội’s heritage in both its quiet, timeworn character and its vivid, vibrant scenes.

The plan, released in early July this year, gives an opportunity to deeply embed those values ​​into daily life and transform them into standards of action.

Foreign organisations and individuals hiring Vietnamese workers will be required to publicly post recruitment information on the National Employment Exchange or another lawful employment portal, under a new Government decree taking effect on November 15.

The circus production Sơn Thần Thủy Quái (Mountain Spirit and Water Monster) has premiered at the Central Circus, offering a fresh interpretation of a familiar legend through a combination of circus arts and technology that appeals to audiences of all ages.

UNESCO Representative to Việt Nam Jonathan Baker highlighted the roundtable with artisans, cultural practitioners from local communities and young people, saying they are an important component of the Hà Nội Document because they brought community voices into the process.

Every month in Hong Kong brings a fresh line-up of cafes and coffee shops, but this October will see brew nerds even more caffeinated than ever. International Coffee Day kicks things off on October 1, a day that also sees two new coffee festivals begin: one held across multiple districts over three consecutive weekends, and one focusing on Japan-based roasters and cafes. The weeks after are filled with opportunities to try new beans and blends from new coffee shops, while drinkers can also look...

The Camon Slim 5G phone from Tecno is out today and is one of the more anticipated units of the mobile brand if the staff at the Tecno store in One Ayala is to be believed. He shared during a brief chat that potential customers have been inquiring about its release and said many were willing to go on a list to be the first to get their hands on it. Unfortunately, staff weren’t permitted to accept reservations but the wait is finally over. Fresh out of the box, the Camon Slim is true to its name. With a width of 6.39 mm, it is sleek with rounded edges and comes with a large 6.78” Amoled display. It’s equipped with a 6000mAh long-lasting battery and is extremely dust- and water-resistant. Once the unit has been programmed, it can be activated by its owner three ways. First is through fingerprint access, followed by face recognition, and lastly by sliding your finger on the display using your chosen pattern. These security measures are welcome and not at all excessive in this day and age, but can take some getting used to. That was the general sentiment for this writer who has gotten so used after years spent with the Apple interface. The Tecno Camon Slim 5G is tricked out with numerous features like a 50MP Sony Lytia 700C Camera that takes photos that are way clearer then those taken with my aging but still serviceable iPhone XR. Test shots on the Camon Slim during brunch on a sunny day were crisp although the built-in filter rendered its subjects poreless, porcelain-complected. This particular feature is marketed by the brand as “universal skin tone [that captures] enhanced but true-to-life colors.” For those aware of how they look in real life, the flawlessness can be jarring or, in some cases, very much welcomed. During Bench Fashion Week last weekend, the camera was able to capture video quickly and efficiently. Take note: it retains the last function used so if one keeps shifting from shooting video to taking photos, one will have to toggle the desired function every time. The phone is obviously targeted at a younger market, one that’s more accommodating to AI since another feature is called practical AI. Under that category is AI Snap Poster where items can be isolated and placed on a themed scene (home interior, beach, showroom, etc) and is ideal for small vendors creating product posters. AI Health and Sports, meanwhile, can analyze food photos to estimate calories and nutrients before offering personalized meal recommendations. For creatives or writers, the unit’s AI Recording Notes feature shows some promise. It can transcribe record lectures into structured notes, and even match whiteboard photos to the corresponding moments in the recording. So far, this writer has managed to write a 600-word column by connecting the phone via Bluetooth using a compact and foldable keyboard (sold separately). What usually takes an hour to an hour and a half ended up taking more than two hours because the on-screen keyboard had to be repeatedly dismissed. The system didn’t seem to recognize that an external keyboard was already connected. For those who appreciate all the bells and whistles incorporated into the new phones these days, the Tecno Camon Slim 5G might be the perfect unit. It comes in four colors (Burgundy Red, Gossamer White, Matisse Black and Rebel Pink) and is equipped with 256GB ROM and 24GB RAM (8GB + 16GB Extended).

Patrick Garcia's wife Nikka has issued a message of support for her husband following his tell-all interview with Ogie Diaz.

The Supremes Group came together once again to celebrate its August and September birthday celebrants with a sit-down lunch at Jasmine Restaurant of New World Hotel.  The group extended its birthday greetings to Naty Pappas, Cristina Caedo, Angie Sison and Karen de Asis.  The gathering was filled with good food, laughter and fellowship as members enjoyed lunch and spent time together.  The group also thanked Celine for organizing the celebration and bringing everyone together for the occasion.

The Cuban news agency Prensa Latina on September 29 officially launched Prisma, a magazine specialising in sustainable tourism, at the ongoing International Tourism Fair of Latin America (FIT America Latina) in Buenos Aires, Argentina.