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Coastal path boosts tourism at Vietnam’s south-central island

Coastal path boosts tourism at Vietnam’s south-central island

Travel

A coastal embankment road completed in 2023 has transformed Hon Yen, or Yen Island, in south-central Vietnam into a popular destination for tourists and social media users.

Vietnam begins large-scale rehearsal with 15,600 personnel for 80th National Day parade

Vietnam begins large-scale rehearsal with 15,600 personnel for 80th National Day parade

Vietnam News

Vietnam’s military and police held the first full-scale parade rehearsal on Thursday ahead of the country’s 80th National Day celebrations on September 2, with more than 15,600 personnel participating, the defense ministry said.

Vietnamese pilots begin training for 80th anniversary of National Day

Vietnamese pilots begin training for 80th anniversary of National Day

Vietnam News

Top pilots from units across Vietnam began their first training session on Thursday at Hoa Lac Airfield in Hanoi, preparing for the 80th anniversary celebrations of the August Revolution and National Day on September 2, known as the A80 mission.

Phu Ninh Lake in Da Nang becomes summer hotspot for scenic views

Phu Ninh Lake in Da Nang becomes summer hotspot for scenic views

Travel

As the summer heat dries up parts of Phu Ninh Lake in Phu Ninh Commune, Da Nang City, central Vietnam, the venue has transformed into a picturesque landscape of emerald waters, grassy meadows, and forested hills, drawing travelers who are eager to capture its seasonal beauty.

Hundreds of rare dogs, ‘cat beauties’ gather in Da Nang for central Vietnam’s first pet contest

Hundreds of rare dogs, ‘cat beauties’ gather in Da Nang for central Vietnam’s first pet contest

Vietnam Life

More than 1,000 pets, including prized pedigree dogs and show cats, took part in Da Nang’s first international-level pet competition over the weekend, drawing participants from across central Vietnam and beyond.

Picturesque photo series of Ben Tre by Ho Chi Minh City photographer

Picturesque photo series of Ben Tre by Ho Chi Minh City photographer

Travel

Nguyen Khanh Vu Khoa from Ho Chi Minh City has recently captured the attention of local netizens with his photo series showcasing the poetic charm of Ben Tre and the vibrancy of its everyday life.

Coastal path boosts tourism at Vietnam’s south-central island
Vietnam begins large-scale rehearsal with 15,600 personnel for 80th National Day parade
Vietnamese pilots begin training for 80th anniversary of National Day
Phu Ninh Lake in Da Nang becomes summer hotspot for scenic views
Hundreds of rare dogs, ‘cat beauties’ gather in Da Nang for central Vietnam’s first pet contest
Picturesque photo series of Ben Tre by Ho Chi Minh City photographer
Fragrant revival: Hanoi’s West Lake lotus blooms again after years of decline

Fragrant revival: Hanoi’s West Lake lotus blooms again after years of decline

Vietnam Life July 7, 2025

After years of shrinking lotus fields along the banks of Hanoi’s iconic West Lake, a fragrant revival is quietly taking root.

Death toll from Texas floods reaches 78; Trump plans visit

Death toll from Texas floods reaches 78; Trump plans visit

World July 7, 2025

The death toll from catastrophic floods in Texas reached at least 78 on Sunday, including 28 children, as the search for girls missing from a summer camp continued and fears of more flooding prompted evacuations of volunteer responders.

Meet the Ho Chi Minh City ENT doctor who wins high prize at World Food Photography Awards

Meet the Ho Chi Minh City ENT doctor who wins high prize at World Food Photography Awards

In-Depth July 6, 2025

An ear, nose, and throat specialist from Ho Chi Minh City has won a top category prize at the 2025 World Food Photography Awards.

Ho Chi Minh City develops former cemetery site into public school, park

Ho Chi Minh City develops former cemetery site into public school, park

Ho Chi Minh City July 5, 2025

Construction is underway on the first public elementary school at the former Binh Hung Hoa Cemetery site in Ho Chi Minh City, part of a major project transforming what was once one of the city's largest graveyards into an urban community space.

Vietnamese Air Force cadets, special forces train in parachute drills

Vietnamese Air Force cadets, special forces train in parachute drills

Vietnam News July 3, 2025

Vietnamese military pilots and special forces conducted annual parachute training exercises this week at Tuy Hoa airfield, as part of efforts to improve combat readiness and inter-unit coordination.

In pictures: Tuy Hoa City in south-central Vietnam glows in golden sunset

In pictures: Tuy Hoa City in south-central Vietnam glows in golden sunset

Travel June 26, 2025

As the sun sets, Tuy Hoa City in Phu Yen Province, south-central Vietnam glows with warm golden light, blending old-world charm with a modern vibe.

Ho Chi Minh City outdoor workers steal moments of rest under park shade

Ho Chi Minh City outdoor workers steal moments of rest under park shade

Ho Chi Minh City June 23, 2025

As the heat in southern Vietnam softens and the midday sun sits high overhead, weary street workers across Ho Chi Minh City pause their grind for fleeting moments of rest—some on plastic sheets, others in hammocks, many more slumped over motorbikes or stretched awkwardly across their seats.

Nam Dinh FC celebrate back-to-back V.League 1 titles with final-day victory

Nam Dinh FC celebrate back-to-back V.League 1 titles with final-day victory

Vietnam News June 23, 2025

Nam Dinh FC celebrated their second consecutive V.League 1 championship with a 1-0 win over Hong Linh Ha Tinh on Sunday, closing out the 2024–25 season in front of home fans at Thien Truong Stadium in Nam Dinh Province, northern Vietnam with a fireworks-filled title ceremony.

Da Nang ignites with color as Portugal, UK face off in fireworks showdown

Da Nang ignites with color as Portugal, UK face off in fireworks showdown

Travel June 22, 2025

Over 10,000 spectators packed the grandstand of the 2025 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF 2025), while hundreds of thousands of locals and tourists gathered along the Han River in Da Nang City, central Vietnam to witness breathtaking fireworks performances by Portugal and the United Kingdom during the fourth competition night on Saturday.

Fishing village life comes alive on Da Nang Beach installation space

Fishing village life comes alive on Da Nang Beach installation space

Travel June 21, 2025

An art installation space is drawing the attention of locals and visitors at Man Thai Beach in Son Tra District, Da Nang City, central Vietnam.

On a steep climb, porters haul heavy loads up sacred mountain in Vietnam’s Tay Ninh

On a steep climb, porters haul heavy loads up sacred mountain in Vietnam’s Tay Ninh

In-Depth June 21, 2025

Sweat drips down their backs as they push upward, step by step, against the steep path leading to the Linh Son Thanh Mau Shrine on Ba Den Mountain in Tay Ninh Province, southern Vietnam.

Straw traders: Hard life on Vietnam’s Mekong Delta waterways

Straw traders: Hard life on Vietnam’s Mekong Delta waterways

In-Depth June 18, 2025

Editor’s note: The following article and photos were submitted by Quoc Minh, a contributor to Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper. The piece was translated from Vietnamese into English and edited by Tuoi Tre News, the daily’s English edition, for clarity, consistency, and coherence.