Vietnam Television clarifies why channels were removed from cable TV platforms
Vietnam Television reports that although its channel package generates significant revenue for businesses, the costs it receives are not commensurate, necessitating renegotiations.
Many TV channels cease operations
Thirteen VTC channels, VOVTV, and Nhan Dan TV ceased broadcasting on Wednesday as part of a major streamlining organizational systems.
No entertainment shows, only movies for Netflix in Vietnam
Starting Monday Netflix will remove all entertainment and reality shows from its platform in Vietnam and only distribute film-related content to comply with local laws.
Arson at karaoke bar in Vietnam’s Hanoi kills 11, police say
Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security says suspected perpetrator confessed to starting blaze after dispute with staff.
Owner, cops jailed in Vietnam karaoke parlor fire that killed 32
The owner of a karaoke parlor in southern Vietnam’s Binh Duong Province, where a fire claimed 32 lives in 2022, was sentenced to eight years in prison on Wednesday for violating fire safety regulations.
Vietnam extends casino trial period for local patrons until year-end
The trial period allowing Vietnamese citizens to gamble at select casinos has been extended until December 31st, 2024, with the Phu Quoc casino project reporting mixed financial outcomes during the pilot phase.
I’d feel happier if Vietnam wins an Olympic medal than having so many beauty queens
While Vietnamese athletes continued to be eliminated from the Paris Olympics, the country crowned two more beauty queens overnight.
HCMC among world’s cheapest nightlife destinations
British travel magazine Time Out has ranked Ho Chi Minh City at sixth place among world’s 10 cheapest nightlife destinations with the average cost of £8.66 (US$11).
How Vietnam has become one of Asia’s fastest growing markets
Lunar New Year is a key box office period in several Asian territories, but nowhere was it more hotly contested this year than in Vietnam, where several local, Japanese and Hollywood movies were slugging it over the week-long holidays (February…
Putting a stop to the noise epidemic
Everyone complains about the karaoke noise epidemic, but I have never seen a regulatory body bring a noise measuring device to check the levels in my neighborhood.
Vietnam’s lackluster nightlife symbolizes official inertia
Early closing times and visa restrictions weigh on tourism growth
Giant dragon statue at Hue’s famous water park to be dismantled
A giant dragon statue wrapping around a floating pavilion at a Hue park that has been featured by international media will be dismantled ahead of the park’s renovation.
Vietnam’s ‘ballroom’ culture : A safe space to celebrate transgender people
Latex, sequins and glitter dazzled as competitors took to the catwalk for fiery dance-offs at Saigon’s first ‘ballroom’.
HCMC police inspect bars, restaurants in Bui Vien backpacker area
Nine business establishments including restaurants and bars on Bui Vien Street, HCMC’s busiest backpacker area, were found violating night curfew as police launched a pre-dawn crackdown on Wednesday.
South China Sea : Blackpink Vietnam concert in trouble over China map
Blackpink’s concert organisers in Vietnam has apologised for their website displaying a map that Beijing uses to justify its vast claims in the South China Sea.
Hue abandoned theme park among world’s 10 most bewitching
CNN has listed dragon-themed Thuy Tien Water Park on the outskirts of Hue in central Vietnam among the world’s 10 fascinating theme parks that have closed forever.
Two beauty queens in one night – a bit too much ?
Controversy has erupted over Vietnam crowing two new pageant queens in just one night, with the question being asked yet again: does the country hold too many beauty contests ?
Singer permitted to perform live from home balcony
After being fined for failing to apply in advance for a permit to sing live from his own balcony, singer Tuan Hung has been officially authorized to do so again.
Owner arrested in reminiscent fire in Vietnam karaoke bar
The owner of a karaoke bar in Vietnam has been arrested after a fire broke out which resulted in the death of 32 people.
Vietnam karaoke bar fire kills 12
At least 12 people have died and 40 others have been injured in a fire at a karaoke bar in southern Vietnam, state media reports say.
Hanoi seeks to develop night economy
With the recent inauguration of many pedestrian streets, themed spaces, and night tours, authorities in Hanoi hope to give the city’s night economy a major boost.
Hanoi allows karaokes, bars, massage venues to reopen from April 8
Hanoi’s authorities will allow the reopening of karaokes, bars, massage venues and gaming centres from April 8, according to the city’s latest Covid-19 adaptation plan released on April 6 afternoon.
A year on, Hanoi reopens walking streets
Several streets surrounding the Hoan Kiem Lake in the heart of Hanoi will revert to the weekend practice of becoming walking streets starting Friday.
Billboard to release two music charts on Vietnam market
Billboard Vietnam will launch two music charts, Vietnam Hot 100 and Top Vietnamese Songs, on Jan. 14, 2022.
HCMC to reopen bars, dance clubs on Jan 10
HCMC will reopen its bars, dance clubs and karaoke parlors from Monday next week (January 10) after eight months of suspension due to Covid-19.
Filmmakers’ revival plot dampened by Covid
Though cinemas have reopened in most parts of the country after a months-long lockdown, filmmakers are hesitant to release their movies, fearing losses.