
An Australian who inscribed his name in the wall of the iconic Metropole hotel’s air raid shelter in Hanoi recalls the Vietnam of the past. Photos by Dominic Blewett

When my back suddenly gave out, my immediate thought was that a visit to my Hanoi doctor wasn’t the best way to aid its recovery or spend my hard-earned cash.

World-renowned conductor Jonas Alber will return to Hanoi this month for another series of impressive performances. After his 2010 and a 2011 showings of Beethoven’s 9th and 7th symphonies, Alber will sweep opera fans off their feet once again.

Following on from the success of the Song Hong Half Marathon in December, the Red River Runners will be organizing their second Hanoi-based triathlon on Sunday, Apr. 22 at UNIS.

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