25 suspected food poisoning cases reported at Ho Chi Minh City elementary school
Ho Chi Minh CitySome hospitals in Ho Chi Minh City have reported 25 suspected cases of food poisoning linked to Dang Thuy Tram Elementary School in Tan Thuan Ward, with one child experiencing severe complications requiring mechanical ventilation.
More young people in Ho Chi Minh City turn to electric motorbikes
Ho Chi Minh CityAmid ongoing global instability that has driven erratic fluctuations in fuel prices, a growing number of young people in Ho Chi Minh City are rethinking their long-standing preference for petrol-powered motorbikes, starting to shift toward electric vehicles as a more stable and economical alternative.
Couple arrested for allegedly producing tainted weight-loss supplements in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityPolice in Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday said they had pressed charges against a married couple for allegedly manufacturing and distributing weight-loss supplements containing banned sibutramine linked to serious cardiovascular risks.
Couple arrested for allegedly producing 2,800 tonnes of contaminated fresh noodles in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityPolice in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested a married couple accused of producing and distributing more than 2,800 metric tons of fresh noodles containing banned industrial chemicals over the past decade.
Rain, gusty winds expected in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityThunderstorm clouds developing over Vietnam’s eastern provinces are forecast to bring rain and strong winds to the southern region, including Ho Chi Minh City, on Saturday night.
Thousand join traditional costume performance for Hung Kings’ Commemoration in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityMore than 1,000 people took part in a traditional costume performance at Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens on Saturday to mark the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day.
Ho Chi Minh City opens 1,400-sqm park at Thu Duc intersection
Ho Chi Minh CityAuthorities in Ho Chi Minh City have opened a new public park of more than 1,400 square meters in Tang Nhon Phu Ward at the Thu Duc intersection, following about 30 days of construction.
Ho Chi Minh City teacher warned, removed from class after punishing students with syringe pricks
Ho Chi Minh CityAn elementary school teacher in Ho Chi Minh City has been issued a warning, removed from teaching, and reassigned after instructing five students to prick their own hands with syringes as punishment, local authorities said on Friday.
Vietnamese-French culinary fusion among highlights at 4th Banh Mi Festival
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Best Baguette & Best Croissant competition and the French Market experience space have become new attractions at the ongoing 4th Vietnamese Banh Mi Festival in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, enhancing visitor engagement and strengthening Vietnam-France cultural ties.
Goût de France in Ho Chi Minh City brings French cuisine closer to Vietnam’s public
Ho Chi Minh CityAround 20 food enthusiasts on Friday joined two workshops on French cuisine and lifestyle hosted by the Consulate General of France in Ho Chi Minh City as part of the “Goût de France” (Taste of France) event.
