Vietnamese Ao Dai: Cultural symbol or market commodity?
Welcome to Words on the Street on The Hanoi Times. Today’s reflection looks at the ao dai not just as tradition, but as a quiet meeting point between generations and changing tastes, asking what its evolution reveals about Vietnamese ideas of elegance today.
05 Feb, 07:47 PMVe day bon canh chim troi and the real cost of a last minute cancellation
The abrupt cancellation of Ve day bon canh chim troi (Come Home: Four Wings of the Sky) concert hours before showtime has left audiences with financial losses, wasted time, disrupted plans and a deep sense of frustration.
03 Jan, 10:07 PMUnique qualities keep Hanoi stand out among ASEAN capitals
As Vietnam’s political, administrative, and economic hub, Hanoi blends the dynamism of a fast-growing city with the timeless appeal of its greenery, history and culture.
01 Sep, 07:55 AMPatriotic concerts bring thousands together in Hanoi
The capital spent two days singing together, and the sound carried far beyond the stadium walls.
12 Aug, 12:56 AMGoing green must take social realities into account
A transition to cleaner transportation requires careful planning, robust infrastructure, and widespread public support
17 Jul, 05:28 PMWhat will the future hold for Hanoi’s train street cafés?
The near-fatal slip of a tourist on the tracks has brought new urgency to the question of how to regulate one of the city's most beloved yet dangerous tourist sites.
07 Jul, 04:44 PMUniversity entrance exam: A big door, but not the only one
The season of test papers and entrance scores is here again, but not everyone is chasing the same dream.
26 Jun, 10:42 PMWork for the people, not for profit
Welcome to Words on the Street, where we explore how minute regulations reveal profound stories. A new rule dictates that public servants must forgo business ventures.
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