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Over 800 Vietnamese, int’l athletes compete in Ly Son sea swimming race
Vietnam NewsLy Son Special Zone, an island destination administered by Quang Ngai Province in central Vietnam, on Sunday hosted the 2026 Ly Son Cross Island swimming race that attracted more than 800 athletes at home and abroad.
Fact: Michelin Guide recognizes Vietnamese 'banh mi' abroad, but not in Vietnam
Vietnam LifeThe Michelin Guide’s decision to leave banh mi out of its Vietnam selection for a fourth consecutive year has sparked debate among the public, especially as the iconic Vietnamese sandwich has received Michelin recognition in several countries despite being overlooked in its homeland.
Water hyacinths, marine debris overwhelm tourist beaches in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityTourism in Ho Tram, a premier resort destination in Ho Chi Minh City, has been affected after several metric tons of water hyacinths and marine waste washed ashore along its beaches on Friday morning.
Hanoi police begin testing AI-powered drones for urban surveillance
Vietnam NewsHanoi 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.
French photographer reissues book, exhibits photos of Vietnam pagodas
Vietnam LifeMore than 30 photographs of Vietnamese pagodas by French photographer Nicolas Cornet are on display at IDECAF in Ho Chi Minh City, in a free exhibition open to the public.
Da Nang International Fireworks Festival opens with dazzling displays
Vietnam NewsThe 2026 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF 2026) opened on Saturday evening over the Han River in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, with spectacular performances by the host team Da Nang (Vietnam 1) and reigning champion China lighting up the coastal city's skyline.
Ho Chi Minh City seeks CNN partnership to promote itself to global audience
Ho Chi Minh City May 30, 2026Ho Chi Minh City is seeking to collaborate with CNN to showcase its economic potential, cultural attractions, and vision for sustainable development to a global audience, city leaders said during a recent meeting with representatives of the international broadcaster.
'Peace' features 19 times in Vietnamese top leader To Lam's Shangri-La Dialogue address
Vietnam News May 30, 2026Vietnamese General Secretary and State President To Lam set out Vietnam's views and conveyed its message at the Shangri-La Dialogue on Friday, emphasizing peace as a central theme and mentioning the word 19 times during his keynote address at the leading regional security forum of Asia.
Shangri-La Dialogue signals Vietnam's evolving position
Vietnam News May 30, 2026Vietnamese leader To Lam used a keynote address at the Shangri-La Dialogue on Friday to present Vietnam as a country seeking to play a more active role in shaping the international agenda amid growing global uncertainty.
Vietnamese, Indonesian artists explore memory, identity in Ho Chi Minh City exhibition
Ho Chi Minh City May 27, 2026An exhibition bringing together artists from Vietnam and Indonesia has opened in Ho Chi Minh City, showcasing contemporary works exploring cultural memory, nature, and identity through painting, installation, and mixed-media art.
Hanoi swelters in severe heatwave as surface temperatures hit 56 degrees Celsius at midday
Vietnam News May 26, 2026Hanoi sweltered under one of the most intense May heatwaves in recent years on Monday, with surface temperatures outdoors reaching 56 degrees Celsius as residents, construction workers, and traffic police struggled through oppressive heat and humidity.
Vietnam’s Nha Trang launches night-time beach experience
Travel May 25, 2026A new beachfront entertainment and dining complex featuring night-time swimming and sunset viewing has officially opened in Nha Trang, attracting thousands of visitors eager to experience the Vietnamese beach town’s latest tourism offering.
Slow-braised mackerel with toasted bread stir memories in central Vietnam
Vietnam Life May 24, 2026In a village west of Da Nang City, central Vietnam, the arrival of mackerel from the coast still brings back memories of smoky kitchens, wood-fired stoves, and a humble dish that generations of families grew up with: slow-braised fish cooked until the bones have softened enough to melt on the tongue.
RMIT University Vietnam students visit Tuoi Tre newspaper to explore news production in AI era
Education May 22, 2026Students from RMIT University Vietnam visited the headquarters of Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper in Ho Chi Minh City this week to learn about world news production, English-language journalism, and newsroom operations in the digital and artificial intelligence era.
Da Nang stages rescue drill on Son Tra Peninsula
Vietnam News May 21, 2026Police and rescue forces staged a large-scale rescue drill on Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang City, central Vietnam on Wednesday, simulating two emergency situations involving a tourist stranded on a cliff and swimmers swept out to sea.
Russian English teacher finds ‘one big family’ in Vietnam through everyday moments
Expat Life May 19, 2026What began as an unexpected stay during the COVID-19 pandemic has gradually turned into something much deeper for Valerie Darling, a Russian who now sees Vietnam as more than just a destination.
‘Sorry Mom, I’m not coming home yet’: German says life couldn’t be better in Vietnam
Expat Life May 15, 2026A German man has recently gained traction on social media for his videos showing how naturally he has blended into life in Vietnam.
Demolition reshapes central Hanoi neighborhood for $607mn bridge project
Vietnam News May 13, 2026Rows of houses in Hanoi’s Van Kiep and Bach Dang neighborhoods are being demolished to clear land for the Tran Hung Dao Bridge project, a nearly-VND16 trillion (US$607.17 million) infrastructure development linking the central areas of the Vietnamese capital with the eastern side of the Red River.
