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Spring blooms in Hà Nội’s new art exhibition
Vietnam News 2026-02-12

The exhibition is an annual event of the Việt Nam Fine Arts Association (VNFAA) at the start of each lunar new year. HÀ NỘI — As spring light washes over the capital, colour and canvas come into bloom at the Fine Arts Exhibition House on Ngô Quyền Street, where artworks celebrating the beauty of...

RoK locality hastens Vietnam Valley project
Vietnam News 2026-02-12

Bonghwa county in the Republic of Korea’s North Gyeongsang province convened a public hearing on February 10 to gather feedback on a proposal to designate the planned K-Vietnam Valley, also known as Vietnam Village, as a Special Local Development Zone. SEOUL — Bonghwa county in the...

Vũng Tàu unveils two world records for water park
Vietnam News 2026-02-12

Sun Group officially inaugurated the Aqua Adventure zone at Sun World Vũng Tàu on February 12, marking the debut of one of the largest and most technologically advanced beachfront water parks in the region. As the flagship zone of Sun World Vũng Tàu, Aqua Adventure spans 15 hectares and features 20...

Sun Group brings Dubai lifestyle to Phú Quốc Island
Vietnam News 2026-02-12

Sun Group on February 11 signed a strategic partnership with Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG), a Dubai-headquartered multinational specialising in the development and operation of upscale beach clubs, restaurants and lifestyle entertainment destinations, in a move aimed at elevating Việt Nam’s tourism...

Emergency centre activated amid fire outbreak in Al Hamra
Oman Observer 2026-02-12

Muscat: The Environment Authority (EA) has swiftly activated its emergency centre following the outbreak of a fire in the Ras Al Harq area of Al Hamra, Al Dakhiliyah Governorate, u ......

Will China power or pollute Indonesia’s EV battery dream?
Asiatimes 2026-02-12

Indonesia has announced a US$7-8 billion partnership to build a large-scale electric vehicle battery ecosystem. The project, called Titan, involves state-owned companies Antam and Industri Baterai Indonesia, together with a Chinese consortium led by Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt. The goal is to develop a...

South Africa: Limpopo Farmers Go Hungry After Floods
All Africa 2026-02-12

One farming cooperative estimates their losses to be up to R350,000 ......

Geneva opera house selling off thousands of extravagant costumes
The Peninsula 2026-02-12

Geneva: Sandra Delpierre's fingers linger on a long blue and white fur coat and graze a pair of angel wings as she winds past thousands of colourful costumes used in opera performances. "There are some real treasures to be found," the head of costume workshops at Geneva's Grand Theatre told...

Sun Group partners with Hilton to operate Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh
Vietnam News 2026-02-12

Sun Group on February 12 officially announced the handover and transition of the management and operation of Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh to Hilton, one of the world’s leading hospitality groups. This milestone marks a significant new chapter in Quảng Ninh Province’s four-season wellness tourism...

Fireworks, festive events usher in Year of the Horse across Việt Nam
Vietnam News 2026-02-12

Local residents and visitors can enjoy spectacular fireworks displays at locations like the Hà Nội Post Office in Hoàn Kiếm Ward; Coconut island in Thống Nhất Park, Hai Bà Trưng Ward; the F1 racetrack area in Từ Liêm Ward; Lạc Long Quân flower garden in Tây Hồ Ward; Văn Quán Lake in Hà Đông ward;...

Coastal communities delighted by 'rare' seismic testing rejection
Australian Broadcasting Corporation 2026-02-12

A controversial seismic testing proposal off Victoria's south-west coast has been rejected in a "rare" move from the offshore regulator. ......