Vietnam shares 2017 APEC hosting experience with South Korea ahead of 2025 Summit
Vietnam's efforts and achievements in hosting the 2017 Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Week are expected to…
By Ciara Mina
Ciara graduated with a degree in Broadcast Communication from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines in 2022.
Between working as a News Editor and being a devoted fur mom to one adopted dog and four cats - thanks to the 'cat distribution system' - she still manages to squeeze in time to smell flowers, visit the beaches of her hometown, and end her day with a good sudoku puzzle.
Vietnam sees tourism spike amid global music events
With massive performances by worldwide musicians like BLACKPINK, Westlife, and G-Dragon drawing tens of thousands of fans in…
US Congress passes maritime security bills
The United States House of Representatives has passed transportation-related bills that are set to strengthen the US flag…
Vatican announces Pope Leo XIV’s first Chinese bishop appointment
The Vatican has declared that Pope Leo XIV has appointed his first Chinese bishop.
Film news: DANAFF III announces organising committee line-up
Vietnam’s Da Nang People's Committee has officially announced the organising committee for the upcoming third edition of the…
Global research initiative to measure real-world hydrogen emissions now underway
A new, global research project is underway to monitor hydrogen emissions from operational infrastructure in North America and…
Harvard graduates protest ban on accepting international students
As Harvard University held its 374th graduation ceremony, attended by around 9,000 graduates, students wore white flowers pinned…
78th Cannes Film Festival opens with 12 days of screening
The 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival kicked off on Tuesday, with major premieres taking place throughout…
Martin Scorsese documentary ‘Aldeas – A New Story’ to feature Pope Francis’ final interview
Conversations between Martin Scorsese and the late Pope Francis will be featured in the documentary "Aldeas - A…
Nepal to curb Mt. Everest ‘overcrowding’ with new regulations
In an effort to lower the number of fatalities, Nepal intends to limit trips to Mount Everest to…
Academy introduces new regulations in voting, AI use for 2025 Oscars season
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed important dates for the 2025 Oscars awards season.
Breakthrough Prizes recognise key scientific advances in 2025
Popularly known as the ‘Oscars of Science’, the Breakthrough Prizes honour scientists for their contributions to life sciences,…
Philippines highlights, protects Original Pilipino Music
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) announced this year’s theme, “IP and Music: Bringing the Pinoy…
Asia Golf Tourism Convention welcomes delegates from over 30 countries
Around 450 delegates from 33 countries have attended the Asia Golf Tourism Convention (AGTC) 2025, including official members…
Masaki Kashiwara becomes first Japanese awarded the Abel Prize
The 2025 Abel Prize - the equivalent of a Nobel prize for a mathematician - has been awarded…
Vietnam celebrates UNESCO recognition of local festival
To officially launch the 2025 Festival of the Ba Chua Xu Goddess at Sam Mountain, Vietnam received the…
Vietnam’s Ba Den Mountain to host UN Day of Vesak 2025
As part of the United Nations’ Day of Vesak celebrations for 2025, thousands of delegates will gather at…
Hong Kong International Film and Television Market 2025 welcomes Vietnamese pavilion debut
Over 760 exhibitors from over 34 countries and regions have joined the 29th Hong Kong International cinema and…
Indonesia’s new law to see expansion of military in government roles
A new bill which increased the military's role in government was passed in Indonesia on Thursday. Critics say…
Blind box craze: How mystery collectibles are captivating Gen Z and dominating social media
Blind boxes have become the newest trend on social media, particularly on platforms like YouTube, TikTok and Instagram.…