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Hue Craves The Return Of Ao Dai

Hue was the birthplace of ao dai, the Vietnamese national costume.

Nature Reserve Offers Hidden Delights

In early 2019, Na Hang – Lam Binh Nature Reserve in Tuyen Quang Province was recognized as a “National Special Scenic Attraction.”

Hurricane Of Angels

I came to the Art Space in the evening.

H'Hen Nie: The Most Beautiful Girl Of The World Who Lives Next Door

She was Miss Vietnam 2017, a top 5 finalist in the Miss Universe 2018 contest, and Missology Timeless Beauty 2018.

Ancient Port With Hundreds Of Relic Sites

By the mid-17th century, Hien Township was bustling with the trade of silk, tussore, chiffon, velvet, gold, silver, bronze etc. Traders came here from Asian and European countries such as England, France, Holland, Japan and China.

A King Who Favored Buddhism

The era of Middle Prosperity of Le boasted having the most bizarre king in our history,

Phat Ziem Stone Church

Where Eastern and Western architectural styles converge.

Conservation

OFFICIALS DEBATE MERITS OF UPGRADING BACH MA.

An Artist Who Truly Loves His Country

If you love your country and its traditions, it follows you will deeply care for the environment.

Year Of The Pig

Pigs symbolize indulgence, lust and satiety in leisure. The image of a pig can be used as a symbol of financial wellness. In addition, the pig head is also an important part of a tray of offerings in the ceremonial rites of the Vietnamese people.

The Spring Lion Dance Of The Nung Phan Slinh People

Camouflaged as a lion, the dancer makes quick, vigorous and skillful moves extracted from traditional martial arts. These are the typical characteristics of the dance. The dancing lion may also be accompanied by a gorilla and a monkey.

A Sacred Ceremony At A World Heritage Site

Hoa Lu Festival (or Truong YenFestival) takes place every year from the 8th to 10th day of the 3rd lunar month at the shrines of King Dinh Tien Hoang and King Le Dai Hanh at Truong Yen Commune, Hoa Lu District, Ninh Binh Province.

Gastronomy With Gastropods

Ashort while ago, I was asked if the Vietnamese fondness for eating snails were a consequence of the former French presence here.

A Piece Of Paradise

Bach Ma is the only one of the five ‘sibling’ locations discovered and developed into a vacationland by the French, along with Sapa, Tam Dao, Ba Na and Da Lat, that has retained its almost pristine nature.

A Culture Built For Working People

Downtown East is a special thing. As a business run by the National Trades Union Congress, it can exist and be successful only in Singapore.

A Clan Reunion And A Festival Of Masquerades

There is an ancient tradition which was discontinued for 50 years, and restored completely in 2012 by ethnographers and local people. Since then, this festivalis conducted every year.

Mourning The President Tran Dai Quang

On 21 September, residents throughout the country hada shocking day as the news that President Tran Dai Quang passed away at the age of 62 was broadcast on air and online newswires.

What It Means to Be Beautiful

At the trial of Phryne in 350 BC, the courtesan, who was acknowledged to be one of the most beautiful women in Athens, had been accused of defaming the gods and was losing the case, and was about to be sentenced to die.

A Hesitant Queen

Shes trying to settle into her new role and the many duties that come with it but it seems Camilla isnt enjoying it much

Užupis Utopia

What’s the true story behind a make-believe republic in Eastern Europe that captures the imagination of everyone who visits? Daisy Alioto searches for meaning in a booming micronation

'It's a diamond mine!'

The Royal African Society, which celebrated its 120th birthday recently, continues to be a catalyst for positive change promoting African voices in the United Kingdom and globally.

Amend Acts or Amend Actions?

Questions abound! With newly-amended gender-based violence bills in South Africa, activists ask: will there be a significant decrease in the number of cases, will more victims report their perpetrators, and will reported cases finally be fairly prosecuted?

Guy Bluford Has Flown Cessnas, U-2 Spy Planes and the Challenger Space Shuttle

Here's what he's learned..

The Comfort of Ritual

Rituals imbue our lives with depth and meaning. And in times of uncertainty, they are even more important because they create a sense of grounding.

50 000-year-old Social Network Discovered

"German scientists say they’ve discovered a kind of social network that could be about 50 000 years old in southern and east Africa."

Back in the Day

"The Union-Castle Line, 1900-1977"

WHAT'S ON?

Get out and about under the spring sun, or enjoy entertainment online from the comfort of your couch …

SPACE TO REFLECT

When former Big Issue editor, Alicia English, lost her husband to Covid-19 earlier this year, she and her son discovered a novel way to process overwhelming, difficult feelings.

INSPIRATIONAL READING

Whether you tap, turn pages or listen to audiobooks, an inspirational read can help you relax and see the world differently.

Rough sleeping

“Winters are the worst nightmare for us,” says a homeless man in Springs. Temperatures dropped to minus 7º C recently.