PETA says it plans meeting with fashion executive who restrained protesters at NY Fashion Week

Inquirer.net - Sep 17, 2026

Steven Kolb has apologized for his actions against PETA at New York Fashion Week and is taking a leave from his job pending an investigation.

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HCM City musical performance commemorate COVID-19 victims and support orphans

Sep 17, 2026

HCM City musical performance commemorate COVID-19 victims and support orphans

Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic caused profound loss, daily life has returned to normal for most people. But for many children who lost their fathers or mothers, the void left by the loss of a parent remains.

Hyrox Beijing refunds participants affected by defecation incident

Sep 17, 2026

Hyrox Beijing refunds participants affected by defecation incident

Hyrox Beijing has refunded participants who competed on the same schedule as the athlete who defecated mid-competition on September 12.

Drums tell tales from history at the Temple of Literature

Sep 17, 2026

Drums tell tales from history at the Temple of Literature

Drums may seem familiar to people but carry a world of stories about culture, history, arts and crafts that are told to audiences at the One Drum, A Single Drumbeat, A Thousand Years of Civilisation programme in Hà Nội.

Đà Nẵng accelerates MICE tourism to boost year-end growth

Sep 17, 2026

Đà Nẵng accelerates MICE tourism to boost year-end growth

The central city aims to welcome and support nearly 93,000 MICE visitors in 2026, up about 12 per cent year on year. To accelerate the market in the final months of the year, the municipal tourism sector is strengthening links with corporations, businesses and event organisers while diversifying tourism promotion activities.

Artistic exchange helps foster Việt Nam-Colombia friendship

Sep 17, 2026

Artistic exchange helps foster Việt Nam-Colombia friendship

Co-organised by the Embassy of Colombia, the Đà Nẵng Department of Foreign Affairs, the municipal Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and the Hội An World Cultural Heritage Conservation Centre, the programme contributed to strengthening cultural exchanges, connecting young people and promoting friendship between the two countries.

Alex Eala pays a visit to alma mater Colegio San Agustin Makati

Sep 17, 2026

Alex Eala pays a visit to alma mater Colegio San Agustin Makati

Alex Eala is back home, and she paid a visit to her alma mater, Colegio San Agustin Makati (CSA).

Đắk R'măng market – where Mong cultural identity is upheld in Central Highlands

Sep 17, 2026

Đắk R'măng market – where Mong cultural identity is upheld in Central Highlands

For the Mông people in Tà Đùng, Đắk R'măng is not merely a weekly rendezvous, but a space preserving memories of their northwestern hometowns and cultural identity in their new land.

Fujifilm drops mini camera equipped with 30 photo effects

Sep 17, 2026

Fujifilm drops mini camera equipped with 30 photo effects

Fujifilm seems to have an answer to Kodak"s Charmera with the launch of its Instax Pal 2.

Ninh Bình promotes art of stilt walking

Sep 17, 2026

Ninh Bình promotes art of stilt walking

Originally a practical tool that enabled fishermen to move easily across tidal mudflats while harvesting aquatic resources, stilts gradually evolved into a distinctive cultural tradition, reflecting the creativity, diligence and resilience of the region's coastal people.

Tourists seek out riverine landscapes, discover a different Đồng Tháp

Sep 17, 2026

Tourists seek out riverine landscapes, discover a different Đồng Tháp

From winding canals and lush orchards to traditional villages and wetland ecosystems, Đồng Tháp is drawing increasing numbers of visitors with tourism experiences that bring them closer to nature, local life and the province’s rich cultural heritage.

The tragic Qing dynasty politician whose legacy lives on in descendant’s new novel

Sep 16, 2026

The tragic Qing dynasty politician whose legacy lives on in descendant’s new novel

Few figures in Qing dynasty (1644-1912) history embody the tragedy of shifting tides quite like Duanfang, a Manchu statesman born in 1861. Duanfang rose through the imperial ranks, earned distinction for his service during the Boxer Rebellion (1899-1901) and went on to hold major regional posts, such as governor of China’s Hubei province and viceroy of the Liangjiang region. His career took a bizarre turn when he was stripped of his viceroyalty in 1909 for supposedly showing disrespect by...

Sydney Sweeney is everything that’s wrong with white feminism

Sep 16, 2026

Sydney Sweeney is everything that’s wrong with white feminism

The actress’ latest campaign for Novig, a sports prediction app, has her posing naked atop a basketball ring with her legs spread

Bic Runga's Manila concert is canceled

Sep 16, 2026

Bic Runga's Manila concert is canceled

Bic Runga"s Manila concert has now been canceled.

GMA Kapuso Foundation sends aid to flood-hit casket makers in Santo Tomas, Pampanga

Sep 16, 2026

GMA Kapuso Foundation sends aid to flood-hit casket makers in Santo Tomas, Pampanga

GMA Kapuso Foundation has sent aid to casket makers in Santo Tomas, Pampanga, as floodwaters continue to submerge parts of the province, forcing locals to find ways to keep their livelihoods afloat.

100 days before Christmas: Colorful parols light up San Fernando, Pampanga

Sep 16, 2026

100 days before Christmas: Colorful parols light up San Fernando, Pampanga

With just 100 days to go before Christmas, colorful lanterns are already lighting up the streets and stores in San Fernando, Pampanga, known as the Christmas Capital of the Philippines.

Glaiza De Castro shares lessons learned in pregnancy journey

Sep 16, 2026

Glaiza De Castro shares lessons learned in pregnancy journey

Glaiza De Castro talked about the changes and lessons she"s learned in her pregnancy journey.

EA7 Emporio Armani introduces Italian luxury athleisurewear to the PH

Sep 16, 2026

EA7 Emporio Armani introduces Italian luxury athleisurewear to the PH

EA7 Emporio Armani has officially arrived in the Philippines with the opening of its first store at SM Mall of Asia.

Hong Kong theatre legend Fredric Mao launches foundation to boost city’s performing arts

Sep 16, 2026

Hong Kong theatre legend Fredric Mao launches foundation to boost city’s performing arts

“When you’re my age, you start to think about legacy,” says 79-year-old Fredric Mao Chun-fai, a Hong Kong theatre veteran behind many of the city’s original stage productions and a pioneer in connecting the local theatre industry to the world. This month, he launched the Mao Chun-fai Performing Arts Charity Foundation to further talent development, research and creation across Hong Kong’s theatre landscape. The foundation aims to: nurture the next generation of theatre talent and develop...

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls and S.I.L.Y.A. introduce Mini-Me Rocking Chairs for young readers

Sep 16, 2026

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls and S.I.L.Y.A. introduce Mini-Me Rocking Chairs for young readers

In celebration of Grandparents’ Day, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls introduced Mini-Me rocking chairs designed for young readers.

Bringing Hà Nội's heritage spaces to life

Sep 16, 2026

Bringing Hà Nội's heritage spaces to life

Hà Nội is buzzing with colour and festive energy as the second Thăng Long - Hà Nội Festival gets underway, bringing a wide range of activities to heritage sites across the capital.

Experts highlight cinema's role in developing heritage resources

Sep 16, 2026

Experts highlight cinema's role in developing heritage resources

Experts at the seminar, titled 'Cinema and Heritage – From Nurturing Talent to Developing Creative Industries', proposed the links between heritage, creative talent, film production and the development of creative industries.

Baby Dolls to hold concert in QC this November

Sep 16, 2026

Baby Dolls to hold concert in QC this November

Girl group Baby Dolls is having a concert!

Netflix to revisit Stanford Prison Experiment in new unscripted series

Sep 16, 2026

Netflix to revisit Stanford Prison Experiment in new unscripted series

Netflix is set to revisit the controversial Stanford Prison Experiment through a new unscripted series titled “The New Stanford Prison Experiment.”

HBO Max K-drama The Ordinary Jackpot: Lee Joon-hyuk hides a lottery win in workplace drama

Sep 16, 2026

HBO Max K-drama The Ordinary Jackpot: Lee Joon-hyuk hides a lottery win in workplace drama

Lead cast: Lee Joon-hyuk, Seo Hyun-woo, Oh Dae-hwan Latest Nielsen rating: 3.9 per cent In a refreshing departure from the recent slew of workplace romantic comedies, The Ordinary Jackpot brings the focus back to the office dynamics of Seoul’s salary workers, but with a twist: what if you had enough money to never fear getting fired again? Lee Joon-hyuk, who appeared in last year’s office romcom Love Scout, leads the series as Gong Eun-tae, the hard-working head of sales team five at Hongseong...

Artists exit Ed Sheeran tour in solidarity with Macklemore pro-Palestinian comments

Sep 16, 2026

Artists exit Ed Sheeran tour in solidarity with Macklemore pro-Palestinian comments

Ed Sheeran has denied being behind the decision to remove Macklemore, saying his tour's promoter was responsible

European and Vietnamese documentaries meet at 16th film festival

Sep 16, 2026

European and Vietnamese documentaries meet at 16th film festival

Each screening will pair a Vietnamese film with a European one, a format that has defined the festival since its early days.

Rural markets embrace digital transformation in Vĩnh Long

Sep 16, 2026

Rural markets embrace digital transformation in Vĩnh Long

The '4.0 Market' model, which promotes cashless payments, is being introduced at traditional markets, particularly in remote areas and communities with large Khmer populations.

Northwest Tourism Fair 2026 promotes Lào Cai's tourism potential

Sep 16, 2026

Northwest Tourism Fair 2026 promotes Lào Cai's tourism potential

A wide range of cultural and tourism activities will be held, especially highlighting the connection of OCOP products with regional tourism.

‘Filipiñana’ is ‘divisive’—and that’s okay

Sep 16, 2026

‘Filipiñana’ is ‘divisive’—and that’s okay

While the Philippines’ official Oscar entry has drawn mixed reviews locally, its buzz and critical acclaim abroad could bode well for its campaign

Angelica Lopez seeks 'bayanihan' support ahead of Miss Grand International 2026 journey

Sep 16, 2026

Angelica Lopez seeks 'bayanihan' support ahead of Miss Grand International 2026 journey

Angelica Lopez is asking Filipinos to support her as she represents the Philippines in the upcoming Miss Grand International competition.

Why fashion girlies are carrying things they don’t need

Sep 16, 2026

Why fashion girlies are carrying things they don’t need

Going beyond function, the prop introduces a little fiction into an outfit

Where a champion Hong Kong barista goes for local comfort food and Italian dishes

Sep 16, 2026

Where a champion Hong Kong barista goes for local comfort food and Italian dishes

Barista Hasting Ng owns Blossom, a cafe in Kowloon City, and was crowned global champion at the DaVinci Gourmet Coffee Barista Championship 2025-26. He also curates speciality coffee experiences for Nordic restaurant Finds in Tsim Sha Tsui. He spoke to Andrew Sun. I grew up in Hong Kong and spent several years in the US, so I have lived between two food cultures. That experience has shaped my palate. Still, when it comes to comfort food, nothing replaces the familiar flavours of a cha chaan teng...

The heavy price of owning a piece of the wild

Sep 16, 2026

The heavy price of owning a piece of the wild

The DENR has just cracked down on hundreds of illegally traded exotic animals. But what happens when these invasive species are already changing the native ecosystems?

Down to earth with Nicolo Aberasturi and chef Chele González

Sep 16, 2026

Down to earth with Nicolo Aberasturi and chef Chele González

Where hospitality takes root

Cebu Pacific and what else? Here are more airlines offering 10kg cabin baggage allowance

Sep 16, 2026

Cebu Pacific and what else? Here are more airlines offering 10kg cabin baggage allowance

Here"s for all the “budgetarian” travelers out there!

A toy revival

Sep 16, 2026

A toy revival

Traditional lanterns, toys and contemporary designs inspired by old favourites are bringing the spirit of Mid-Autumn Festival to Hà Nội’s Old Quarter, where visitors can explore, learn about and make traditional toys themselves.

Archaeological discovery sheds further light on ancient imperial palace

Sep 16, 2026

Archaeological discovery sheds further light on ancient imperial palace

The excavation has yielded a wealth of new and important evidence on the scale of Kính Thiên Palace, the construction of its building pad and column foundations, and the building materials used, as well as traces of the Long Thiên Palace pad dating from the Nguyễn Dynasty.

Great National Unity Festival to be held abroad for first time

Sep 16, 2026

Great National Unity Festival to be held abroad for first time

The festival aims to promote the traditions of the VFF, affirm the value of the great national unity bloc, and strengthen ties between Vietnamese communities abroad and the homeland. It is also intended to foster patriotism and national pride, encourage the preservation of the Vietnamese language and cultural identity, and inspire overseas Vietnamese (OVs) to contribute to national development.

'58th': A New Visual Language for a Horrific Story

Sep 16, 2026

'58th': A New Visual Language for a Horrific Story

On November 23, 2009, members of the rival Mangudadatu clan thought having journalists in their convoy provided a shield too. They vastly underestimated the ruthlessness of their adversaries. Everyone in the convoy was killed in what became known as the Ampatuan Massacre - 57 dead bodies and one missing.

Modelling competition for kids kicks off

Sep 16, 2026

Modelling competition for kids kicks off

The TV reality modelling show Model Kid Vietnam 2026 has kicked off in HCM City, offering an entertaining and meaningful playground for children with a passion for the runway and fashion.

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