(VOVWORLD) - Then singing and the Tinh musical instruments have long been an inseparable part of spiritual life of Tay and Nung ethnic peoples in the northern provinces of Cao Bang, Bac Kan, Ha Giang, and Tuyen Quang. When they moved to different areas to settle down, they brought their unique customs. A number of Then singing clubs have been established across Vietnam, nurturing the souls of many Tay and Nung ethnic people living away from their hometowns.

(VOVWORLD) - Du Ke is a style of musical theater created by Khmer people in southern Vietnam in the early 1900s, which reflects the Khmer people’s daily life and production activities. It’s a cultural heritage embodying the region’s rich history.

(VOVWORLD) - Winners of a writing contest marking the 1,010th anniversary of Thang Long-Ha Noi were honoured during a ceremony held in the capital city last month. Organised by the Hanoi Union of Friendship Organisations (HUFO), the contest “Hanoi in my heart” offered a chance for international friends and overseas Vietnamese to express their sentiments of Hanoi, thus enhancing understanding about the “City for Peace”.

(VOVWORLD) - 27 prizes were given at the 2020 National Book Awards held at the Voice of Vietnam in Hanoi earlier this month. The annual awards honor writers, translators, scientists and publishers nationwide and seek to promote good books to readers.

(VOVWORLD) - A group of intellectuals from Hanoi’s Ha Dong district received one of the two Job Prizes at Bui Xuan Phai Awards 2020 for the donation of about 150 royal decrees to localities. More than 80 of which were given to temples in Hanoi.

(VOVWORLD) - Ancient Vietnamese costumes made with sophisticated sewing, embroidering and decorating techniques have held the interest of many young Vietnamese. Designer Nguyen Duc Loc has devoted much effort to restoring and introducing these costumes to the public, especially to the younger generations.

(VOVWORLD) - An exhibition of paintings and illustrations from Nguyen Du’s “The Tale of Kieu” by Hanoi’s painter Nguyen Tuan Son was held in Ha Tinh, Nguyen Du’s hometown, late last month. The display, which also featured publications of the poem and Nguyen Du’s literary works, was part of cultural celebrations for the great poet’s 255th birth anniversary and 200th death anniversary.

(VOVWORLD) - When Vietnam experienced the 2nd COVID-19 outbreak in late July, social activities were once again suspended. The idea of creating an online theater to connect the audience to art continues to "heat up". This is no longer a temporary solution during the COVID-19 pandemic but has become a new trend in modern society that needs a proper strategy for long-term development.

(VOVWORLD) - Authorities of Sop Cop district in the northwestern province of Son La have acknowledged the importance of literacy for local ethnic people to improve their knowledge and get rid of poverty. In addition to encouraging the locals to send their kids to school and universalizing education for different age groups, Sop Cop district has worked with army troupes to open classes to eliminate illiteracy.

(VOVWORLD) - September 7, 2020, marked 75 years that the Voice of Vietnam has accompanied the nation through difficult wars and the renewal process, during which VOV’s reporters, editors, and technicians have recorded the nation’s audio history.