Hanoi police investigate viral video of street vendor allegedly fleecing foreign tourist
Vietnam News 10:21 11/06/2026Authorities in Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Ward are investigating a viral video showing a foreign tourist allegedly overcharged VND430,000 (US$16) for about 10 Vietnamese donuts in the capital’s Old Quarter, a local official said on Wednesday.
Hanoi provides platform for Thai, Cambodian PMs to voice commitment to peace
In-Depth 17:49 10/06/2026During the ASEAN Future Forum, held in Hanoi on June 9-10, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet both spoke in support of border peace, delivering a message that experts described as a vivid demonstration of ASEAN’s unique diplomatic strength.
$70mn structure to replace 120-year-old bridge in Hanoi
Vietnam News 14:20 08/06/2026Hanoi is working to develop a new bridge complex project carrying a price tag of nearly VND1.85 trillion (US$70 million) to replace the historic Duong Bridge, bringing an end to the role of a transport artery that has served the capital for more than 120 years.
Firm eyes high-rise pig farming complexes in Hanoi
Economy 16:17 06/06/2026BAF Vietnam Agriculture JSC proposed developing up to five high-rise pig farming facilities in Hanoi at a meeting between Hanoi vice-chairman Bui Duy Cuong and the municipal Department of Agriculture and Environment on Thursday.
Hanoi police begin testing AI-powered drones for urban surveillance
Vietnam News 16:07 03/06/2026Hanoi police have launched a pilot program using drones equipped with artificial intelligence to monitor public security and urban order in key areas of Hoan Kiem and Tay Ho Wards.
Hanoi man fined $285 for fake ‘puffed rice’ post on Facebook
Vietnam News 18:02 01/06/2026A 47-year-old man in Hanoi has been fined VND7.5 million (US$285) for posting false information on social media claiming that extreme heat caused rice grains drying outdoors to "pop like popcorn," authorities confirmed on Sunday.
Hanoi residents cool off in river amid scorching heatwave
Vietnam News 10:30 29/05/2026Despite rainfall across Hanoi on Wednesday night, the capital continues to endure intense heat, with outdoor temperatures reaching 37 degrees Celsius, prompting many residents to flock to the Duong River to cool off in the water.
Rain brings relief to Hanoi after scorching heat
Vietnam News 15:43 28/05/2026Showers and thunderstorms hit Hanoi on Wednesday evening, bringing temporary relief after several consecutive days of intense heat approaching 40 degrees Celsius.
Hanoi police summon group accused of assaulting young woman on street
Vietnam News 11:23 16/05/2026Police in Hanoi have summoned a group of men and women driving a Lexus car for allegedly verbally abusing and assaulting a young woman on a busy street in the capital.
Hanoi targets population cap of 20 million in 100-year master plan
Vietnam News 09:39 16/05/2026Hanoi aims to control its population growth so it never exceeds 20 million people, even in the distant future, under the Vietnamese capital’s newly-approved master plan with a 100-year vision.
Hanoi looks into low-altitude transport future, including flying taxis
Vietnam News 16:22 15/05/2026Hanoi is exploring a future that could include flying taxis, drones, and AI-powered airspace management as part of its long-term smart city development plan.
Hanoi plans to phase out inner-city burials at cemeteries
Vietnam News 15:12 15/05/2026Authorities in Hanoi will gradually close and end traditional burial activities at cemeteries located in urban development areas, converting them into memorial parks under the Vietnamese capital’s newly approved master plan with a 100-year vision.
