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Over 13,500 samples of martyrs’ remains sent to Hanoi for DNA testing
Ho Chi Minh CityA total of 13,563 biological samples from war martyrs’ remains began a special journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi on Friday for DNA testing to help identify fallen Vietnamese soldiers.
2.4-square-meter ‘sleep pods’ raise fire safety concerns in Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam NewsAcross Ho Chi Minh City, small homes are increasingly being converted into rows of tiny 'sleeping boxes' stacked on top of one another and rented out, particularly in areas near universities and colleges.
15,500 work through Vietnam's National Day holiday for Phu Quoc’s APEC 2027 projects
In-Depth15,500 engineers and workers at APEC construction sites on Phu Quoc Special Zone in An Giang Province, southern Vietnam, celebrated this year’s National Day in a special way: singing the national anthem together at the massive construction sites before returning to work through the holiday.
Conservationists, fishermen dive to remove ‘ghost nets’ off central Vietnam island
Vietnam LifeTwice a year, a small boat carries divers equipped with air tanks, ropes and specialized gear from Con Co Island in Quang Tri Province to the surrounding protected waters, where they dive to the seabed to remove abandoned fishing nets and free marine animals from the deadly traps.
Craving British food and drink? Nearly 100 products land in Vietnam
EconomyNearly 100 British food and drink products, ranging from artisan cheeses and traditional teas to biscuits, confectionery, classic condiments, and premium spirits, have hit shelves in Vietnam through The GREAT British Selection.
Getting lost in the sacred valley of Vietnam’ My Son Sanctuary, where ancient bricks tell a thousand-year story
TravelFrom around the ninth to 13th centuries, My Son was an important religious center of the Champa civilization.
Over 7,000 martyr remains samples leave Ho Chi Minh City for Hanoi for DNA testing
Ho Chi Minh City August 21, 2026A military aircraft carried 7,104 biological samples of martyrs’ remains from 18 cemeteries across Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi on Friday for DNA testing, raising hopes of identifying fallen Vietnamese soldiers and reuniting them with their families.
Puerto Rico wins 1st spot in top 40 of Miss World 2026 in Vietnam
Vietnam News August 21, 2026Puerto Rican contestant Suil Anyelina Pagán has secured the first guaranteed place in the top 40 of Miss World 2026 after winning the Sport Challenge held in Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam.
$42mn hotel project in Vietnam granted extension on land-use timeline despite 10-year delay
Economy August 20, 2026Authorities in Quang Tri Province, central Vietnam have granted an extension of land-use term until next year for the US$42-million Pullman Quang Binh five-star hotel project, which has remained unfinished for nearly a decade after construction began in 2016.
Eateries take over sidewalks along Ho Chi Minh City street, forcing pedestrians onto road
Ho Chi Minh City August 19, 2026Along Cach Mang Thang Tam Street in Hoa Hung and Nhieu Loc wards of Ho Chi Minh City, sections of the sidewalks are being used by local businesses for commercial activities, leaving pedestrians to walk on the road.
Explainer: Why people are talking about reducing working hours in Vietnam
Economy August 18, 2026Discussions have emerged in Vietnam following a recent proposal for a roadmap to cut working hours in the private sector.
Son Tra Peninsula: Where to go, and what vehicles are allowed
Travel August 17, 2026The Son Tra Peninsula Management Board and Da Nang authorities have proposed strengthening information and guidance for businesses and visitors on rules governing sightseeing and outdoor activities on the peninsula.
Close-up look at the villas where Vietnam’s last emperor once vacationed in Nha Trang
Travel August 16, 2026Two villas at the more-than-100-year-old Bao Dai Villas heritage site in Nha Trang Ward, Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam have been renovated, restored, and reopened to visitors after years of closure.
‘Discarded’ part of pomelo helps Vietnam create globally praised dessert
Vietnam Life August 16, 2026The bitter white pith of pomelo, a part that might otherwise be thrown away, is put to good use by Vietnamese people to create a unique dessert once praised by food website TasteAtlas.
In cap and gown, Vietnamese graduate returns to thank remote village for his Master’s journey
Vietnam Life August 13, 2026After nearly eight years with the people of Ta Lai in Dong Nai City, southern Vietnam, Tuan Khanh, 28, returned in his cap and gown to take photos with local residents before receiving his master’s degree as a gesture of gratitude.
Rare artifacts reveal hidden history of Saigon Special Forces
Vietnam Life August 13, 2026Hundreds of historic artifacts at the Biet Dong Saigon - Gia Dinh Museum in Ho Chi Minh City shed light on the legendary urban guerrillas who operated in the heart of the southern Vietnamese city during wartime.
Unbelievably affordable: What a $1.3 viral meal in central Vietnam actually gets you
Vietnam News August 13, 2026A budget-friendly meal at a roadside eatery in central Vietnam has taken social media by storm, drawing curious diners eager to see what a feast costing just US$1.3 per serving actually looks like.
Foreigners get hooked on Vietnamese coffee despite sleepless nights
Expat Life August 13, 2026Vietnamese coffee is famous for its bold flavor and high caffeine content, thanks to the use of robusta beans, leaving foreign visitors with memorable—and often hilarious—experiences when they take a sip.
