Dozens hospitalized in Ho Chi Minh City after year-end party
Ho Chi Minh CityDozens of people in Ho Chi Minh City were rushed to hospital for emergency treatment after developing symptoms consistent with food poisoning following a year-end party held a few days ago.
Ho Chi Minh City braces for motorcycle emissions inspections
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction has instructed vehicle registration and inspection centers to prepare facilities and equipment for motorcycle emissions testing.
Ho Chi Minh City reports full access to clean water: SAWACO
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City has achieved 100-percent access to clean water for residents, including expanded meter installation in hard-to-reach areas, the city’s water utility Saigon Water Corporation (SAWACO) said on Tuesday.
Ho Chi Minh City breaks ground on $17.3mn traditional medicine research center
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City on Tuesday broke ground on a VND450-billion (US$17.3 million) traditional medicine research and application center, a city-funded project scheduled to be completed and put into operation in 2027.
Ho Chi Minh City agencies differ on Ben Thanh Market, Turtle Lake renovations
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction has defended ongoing renovation works at the iconic Ben Thanh Market and Ho Con Rua (Turtle Lake) roundabout after a proposal from the city’s Department of Planning and Architecture called for a temporary halt, citing public debate over aesthetics and landscape harmony.
In Ho Chi Minh City, cafés use time limits, bare restrooms to manage customers
Ho Chi Minh CityIn Ho Chi Minh City, where cafés double as offices and social spaces, a growing number of coffee shops are drawing attention for rules that some customers see as unusual, prompting debate about how small businesses manage space, costs and customer expectations.
Water drop emblem installed at Ho Chi Minh City park in tribute to COVID-19 victims
Ho Chi Minh CityA water drop-shaped emblem symbolizing tears shed for Vietnamese people who lost their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic was installed at the Park No. 1 Ly Thai To in Ho Chi Minh City on Monday.
Questions raised over accountability of Ho Chi Minh City food safety department following Sago Food case
Ho Chi Minh CityThe Sago Food incident has reignited public debate over the accountability of the Ho Chi Minh City Food Safety Department, particularly regarding the safety of meals served in schools.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Turtle Lake gets fresh look ahead of Tet
Ho Chi Minh CityThe iconic Ho Con Rua (Turtle Lake) roundabout in downtown Ho Chi Minh City has emerged with a refreshed look after more than 10 days of renovation, attracting crowds of residents and visitors ahead of the Year of the Horse.
Ho Chi Minh City details 17 locations for Lunar New Year fireworks displays
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City will host 17 fireworks displays to celebrate the Lunar New Year, starting at 12:00 am on February 17, with each show lasting 15 minutes, according to the city’s administration.
