Japanese-style girl band SGO48 recently introduced their first single entitled Heavy Rotation. — Photo SGO48 's Facebook HÀ NỘI — Twenty-seven member Japanese-style girl band SGO48 have launched their first single, Heavy Rotation. SGO48 is the seventh overseas version of AKB48, a Japanese girl band popular for its concept of ‘idols you can meet every day'. Heavy Rotation was first released in AKB48 and its Vietnamese version was written by songwriter Huy Tuấn. SGO48's first single was recorded by a Japanese musical engineer while the video was created by Korean and Thai teams who have produced musical products for BNK48 – the Thai version of AKB48 – and other artists. Additionally, the outfits worn in the MV were designed by Japanese designers. On the music video, director Kim Sin Wook said SGO48 was a young and talented band and he wanted to use the group’s energy in creating … [Read more...] about Vietnamese J-pop style girl band release single
Returning Huyền wins two golds at HCM City Open athletics
Nguyễn Thị Huyền in the women's 400m hurdles at the HCM City Open International Track and Field on Thursday. — Photo sggp.org HÀ NỘI — Southeast Asian Games winner Nguyễn Thị Huyền marked her comeback with a gold medal at the HCM City Open International Track and Field on Thursday. Nam Định Province’s Huyền, who withdrew from tournaments last year because of pregnancy, surprised supporters and rivals at Thống Nhất Stadium and easily won the women’s 400m hurdle event. Huyền was first with a time of 59.18sec which was about three seconds behind her personal best at the 2017 SEA Games. She was followed by Mandy Goh Li of Malaysia and Benny Nontanam of Thailand. The mother of a 10-month-old girl later topped podium a second time as she and teammates won the women’s 4x200m relay. HCM City came second and An Giang were third. “Winning golds during this event … [Read more...] about Returning Huyền wins two golds at HCM City Open athletics
Nom, nom, Vietnam – Episode 3: Xôi xéo
It's one of the most common dishes in the whole of Vietnam, but next time you tuck into a bowl of xôi xéo, or sticky rice with smashed green beans, spare a thought for the people who have been working since before sunrise to make sure your food is on the table. … [Read more...] about Nom, nom, Vietnam – Episode 3: Xôi xéo
Nom, nom, Vietnam – Episode 4: Chè
How sweet is your tooth? In Việt Nam desserts are a big, big deal. Tune in to episode 4 of Nom, nom, Vietnam to check out the tasty treats served up in Hà Nội and beyond. … [Read more...] about Nom, nom, Vietnam – Episode 4: Chè
China give Việt Nam first loss at U23 volleyball tournament
Trần Thị Thanh Thuý of Việt Nam (left) makes a spike during the match against China on Thursday. Việt Nam lost 1-3. — Photo asianvolleyball.net HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam suffered their first defeat at the Asian Women’s U23 Volleyball Championship losing 1-3 to China in the top eight playoff match Group E on Thursday in Hà Nội. Wu Han of the visiting side won 26 points, which included 20 attacks and five blocks. While Vietnamese captain Trần Thị Thanh Thuý scored 11 points, half of her score in the previous game against Chinese Taipei. China, the title favourite, stormed to a 20-11 lead in the first set which saw strong spikes from Sun Jie and Wu, who won the Best Opposite Spiker at the Women’s U20 World Championship in Mexico in 2017. Trần Thị Bích Thủy helped Việt Nam fight back and reduce the score to 13-23. But it was tough for the hosts to secure … [Read more...] about China give Việt Nam first loss at U23 volleyball tournament