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Dinh Manh Ninh records World Cup song in USA
14/12/2009 05:00
Dinh Manh Ninh has returned home after joining international singers to record the song “Oh Africa” in the US. The song will be performed at the World Cup 2010 in South Africa. Dinh Manh Ninh (first row) and other young music talents in in the US....
State films and private films mixing for the first time
14/12/2009 05:00
For years a rule was obeyed whereby film festivals were for movies produced by state-owned producers and film theatres were for private films. But the times are changing. A scene from “The Rebel” by private film studio Chanh Phuong. In the past,...
Largest steel-made stands to be built in Danang
14/12/2009 05:00
Danang authorities have approved a project to build an enormous steel-made stand to accommodate 26,000 visitors for the International Fireworks Competition 2010. The 2009 seating for the International Fireworks Competition could hold only 6000 people....
LIFESTYLE IN BRIEF 15/12
14/12/2009 05:00
Festival of lanterns to be held; Argentina announces violin contest; Documentary depicts leader’s life; Charity concert to benefit disabled kids Hoi An Lanterns Festival 2010 will take place on February 13-27, on the occasion of the Lunar New Year, said the...
War film wins Golden Lotus prize
13/12/2009 05:00
The spirited diary of war martyr Dang Thuy Tram, which has captured the public’s imagination was once again honoured during the 16th Viet Nam Film Festival, . . . Best movie: Director Dang Nhat Minh (second right) receives the Golden Lotus Prize at the...
Dung Dot tops 16th Vietnam Film Festival awards
13/12/2009 05:00
Dang Nhat Minh, director of Vietnamâs latest wartime film Dung Dot Vietnamâs latest wartime film Dung Dot (Donât burn) on Saturday defeated 14 other competitors to win the best picture award â“ the...
Hung Kings’ 2010 death anniversary to be national celebration
13/12/2009 05:00
LookAtVietnam – The anniversary in 2010 will be held in Phu Tho province as usual, but will be extended for ten days from April 14-23. The Hung Kings are the legendary founders of Vietnam and Phu Tho is recognized as their ancestral land and location...