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Vietnam to break ground on $1.37bn expansion of key expressway to Mekong Delta this week
Vietnam NewsVietnam is set to break ground this week on a major expansion of the Ho Chi Minh City–Trung Luong–My Thuan expressway, a key transport artery linking the country’s largest city with the Mekong Delta.
New Rome metro stations showcase ancient treasures after years of delays
WorldROME -- After years of delays and spiraling costs, Rome inaugurated two new metro stations on Tuesday, including one by the Colosseum, showcasing archaeological discoveries that might become tourist attractions in their own right.
Hokkaido: When Japan means more than Tokyo and Kyoto
WorldTokyo, Kyoto, temples, neon lights, crowds. For many, Japan is nothing more than that. But in the north, Hokkaido provides an entirely different experience. It is a journey where the sounds of silence, open spaces, and nature take center stage. As travelers around the world look to escape mass tourism, the island stands as a true alternative: a destination where travel still means discovery.
Japan's last 2 giant pandas are headed to China and fans just can't bear it
WorldTOKYO -- A day after news broke that Japan would soon lose its last two giant pandas to China, thousands of fans flocked to Tokyo's Ueno Zoo on Tuesday to catch a final glimpse, with many bidding the twins a tearful farewell.
These farmers are producing record crops despite droughts and floods
WorldWAWANESA, Manitoba -- When farmer Simon Ellis first drove his combine into this year's crop, he expected "catastrophic failure," after a season of flooding followed by a long drought. But instead of shriveled kernels, plump seeds of wheat, oats and soybeans poured into his combine.
Hanoi people urged to limit outdoor activities as air quality remains hazardous despite lighter traffic
Vietnam NewsAir quality in Hanoi remained at hazardous levels on Saturday morning despite reduced traffic and widespread rainfall, prompting authorities to advise residents to limit outdoor exposure.
Hanoi police launch citywide crackdown on sidewalk, road encroachments
Vietnam News December 13, 2025Hanoi police on Saturday launched a citywide operation to clear sidewalks and roadways of illegal encroachments, deploying officers across all 126 wards and communes to enforce urban order regulations.
Surging demand pushes pho stalls to full capacity during Pho Day 2025
Ho Chi Minh City December 13, 2025As noon approaches, booths at Pho Day 2025 have become increasingly busy, with diners lining up one after another, pushing pho stalls to full capacity.
Seize the rare chance to savor Vietnam’s best ‘pho’ at Pho Day in Ho Chi Minh City this weekend
Vietnam Life December 12, 2025If Vietnam’s iconic ‘pho’ holds a special place in your heart, this weekend is your opportunity to sample some of the nation’s finest bowls, as 30 celebrated brands gather in downtown Ho Chi Minh City for Pho Day 2025.
Hanoi begins demolition of homes for Ring Road 1 construction
Vietnam News December 12, 2025Authorities in Hanoi on Thursday began demolishing houses along De La Thanh Street to clear land for the city’s Ring Road 1 construction.
How Japan’s railway innovation went global - The shared future of Asia and Japan
World December 11, 2025A four-legged, dog-like robot moves nimbly around and inside railcars on the production line. Equipped with high-sensitivity sensors, this “digital watchdog” inspects railcar surfaces for irregularities and defects, taking over duties previously performed by human workers. The scene unfolds at Hitachi Rail’s railcar manufacturing facility in Maryland, on the East Coast of the United States, which began full-scale operations on September 8.
Breathing dust: Hanoi’s street workers face health risks amid smog
In-Depth December 9, 2025As air pollution blankets Vietnam’s capital, many residents have little choice but to brace themselves and work through the smog.
Unique Ca Mau crab dessert blends sweet and savory flavors
Vietnam Life December 6, 2025The creativity of local chefs has given rise to a unique dish that pairs Ca Mau’s famous seawater crabs with traditional Vietnamese dessert elements: a sweet soup (che) featuring crab filling that brings together savory and sweet notes.
‘If you aren’t lying, you aren’t flying.’ Airline pilots hide mental health struggles
World December 4, 2025Dozens of airline pilots tell Reuters they are reluctant to disclose mental health issues — even minor or treatable ones — because of the risk of grounding and a career‑ending review
Ho Chi Minh City’s Notre-Dame Cathedral doubles LED lights for Christmas, draws crowds
Ho Chi Minh City December 3, 2025The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City has been decorated with 1,000 kilometers of LED lights for Christmas, double the number used last year, drawing crowds of residents and tourists eager to take photos.
Century-old French villa in central Vietnam faces uncertain future
Vietnam Life December 1, 2025A French colonial-era villa in Hue City, central Vietnam remains in a state of disrepair, three years after authorities considered relocating it to preserve the historic structure.
Vietnam launches campaign to build over 1,500 homes for flood victims
Vietnam News December 1, 2025The Vietnamese government has launched an emergency housing reconstruction drive to build more than 1,500 new homes for families whose houses were destroyed by recent floods across the Central Highlands and south-central provinces, under a fast-track program ordered by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Ho Chi Minh City Fatherland Front elects leadership for 2025–30 term
Ho Chi Minh City November 30, 2025The first Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Ho Chi Minh City for the 2025–30 term has elected 146 of 168 committee members, along with the committee chair and 14 vice chairs.
