Film week marks 135th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh

This year sees an increase in the number of one-starred establishments, with many talented chefs employing modern techniques to share the stories of their hometowns and recapture childhood flavours.

With the theme 'Asian Bridges', DANAFF will be attended by Asian and international filmmakers, famous Vietnamese filmmakers and artists, alongside screenings from young filmmakers and is expected to attract numerous cinematic fans to the coastal city.

Running from June 5-6, the programme includes a winch-launched paragliding contest on the second day.

Pham Quang Huy and Trinh Thu Vinh will each participate in three events at the tournament.

The handicraft booth drew crowds with its display of ceramics, lacquerware, brocade, and silk, offering a vivid glimpse into Vietnam’s rich artistic traditions. Chu Dau pottery and Van Phuc silk scarves were particular highlights, with their intricate designs earning admiration from visitors.

Out of the 43 extant stone steles on the mountain, 37 are Han-Nom inscriptions dating from the Tran Dynasty (1225-1400) to the early 20th century. These inscriptions are unique original engravings, featuring imperial poems and prose composed by kings, poetic verses by scholars and poets, along with distinctive calligraphic and scriptural features.

The third Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF III), themed 'Bridging Asia', will be held from June 29 to July 5.

‘Learning for Life’ (L4L) training programme supports hospitality and skill education in Da Nang and Hanoi in 2024-25.

A Vietnamese costume parade will be held as part of the festival, expected to be the largest-ever of its kind with thousands of participants in traditional costumes of the three regions across Vietnam.

Coach Kim Sang-sik has called up 23 players for a training camp in Hanoi in readiness for the match.

Jointly organised by the Vietnam Film Development Association (VFDA) and the Da Nang People’s Committee, the event will feature around 200 screenings, the organisers said at a press conference held in Hanoi on June 3.

​Vietnam join other prominent teams in the top seed group, including Iran, Thailand, Japan, Kuwait and Iraq. Being ranked in this group allows the team to avoid tough opponents in the group stage, significantly enhancing their chances of securing a spot in the final round.

Vietnamese artist Luu Thi Huong from the Vietnam Circus Federation won the Bronze Crown at the 2025 “Princess of Circus” International Festival held in Saratov, Russia.

This tournament marks the beginning of a series of international golf activities in Vietnam in collaboration with the European Tour Group. It positions HCM City as a significant destination within the global Legends Tour competition system, making it one of 21 countries to host Legends Tour events in 2025.

Go-Karting is emerging as a fast-growing motorsport in Vietnam, gaining popularity particularly among young people.

Vietnam win four golds and place fifth in the IFMA World Muaythai Championships 2025.

The Vietnamese booth attracted a large number of visitors with traditional dishes imbued with national identity such as fried spring rolls, coffee, lemon tea and lemongrass tea. Not only impressing visitors with its unique flavor of Vietnamese food and drinks, the Vietnamese booth was also highly appreciated for its intimate and sophisticated decoration, honouring the beauty of Vietnamese culture.

More than a race, the VnExpress Marathon Ha Long 2025 amplified its call, showcasing Ha Long’s natural and cultural riches to global audience. It was one of over 170 events Quanh Ninh had orchestrated this year to lure tourists to its shores.

The Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2025 marks the first time augmented reality (AR) technology was used, displaying iconic cultural symbols of Da Nang in an expansive AR environment.

Meanwhile, in another class, SEA Games champion Nguyen Trung Cuong set a new national record when he competed in the men's 3,000m steeplechase.