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Ho Chi Minh City holds drill simulating radiation incident after traffic accident
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City authorities on Saturday staged an emergency drill to test their response to a radiation incident after a simulated traffic accident involving radioactive materials near a major hospital.
Vacant storefronts persist on Ho Chi Minh City’s prime retail streets
Ho Chi Minh CityDespite the year-end shopping peak, many prime retail streets in Ho Chi Minh City continue to see shuttered storefronts and ‘for rent’ signs, as weak consumer demand, high operating costs, and a shift to online shopping force retailers to downsize or return leased properties.
Vietnam’s famous Sa Dec Flower Village bustles ahead of New Year
TravelOver the past week, Sa Dec Flower Village in Dong Thap Province, southern Vietnam has been bustling with visitors from many localities who come to visit and buy flowers to decorate for the coming New Year.
Flood debris overwhelms mountain pass leading to Vietnam’s Da Lat
Vietnam NewsLarge volumes of garbage left behind after heavy rain and severe floods in late November and early December are lining the D’Ran Pass in Lam Dong Province, Vietnam’s Central Highlands, turning the scenic mountain route into an unsightly dumping ground.
Kure: The fragrance of adventure
WorldNestled between the islands of Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu lies the enigmatic city of Kure, a hidden gem far from the beaten tourist paths. For those willing to venture off the well-worn path, the region offers a unique scent of adventure, blending notes of cycling escapades, culinary delights, traditional artistry, and sunsets over the shoreline.
Da Nang man opens farm, offers free English classes for locals to boost community tourism
TravelDriven by a desire to bring change to the land where he grew up, a man from central Quang Nam Province, now part of Da Nang City, has built a farm and launched free English classes for local residents, helping them develop community-based tourism.
Vietnam's Nha Trang shines bright with festive Christmas atmosphere
Vietnam News December 24, 2025Nha Trang, a popular beach town in Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam, has transformed into a glittering holiday destination this Christmas, drawing crowds of residents and visitors who have filled the streets to enjoy festive lights, decorations, and year-end celebrations.
First bicycle lanes take shape in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City December 23, 2025After more than two months of construction, Ho Chi Minh City’s first dedicated bicycle lanes along Mai Chi Tho Boulevard in An Khanh Ward are gradually taking shape, marking a milestone in the city’s push toward greener and safer urban transport.
Churches in Da Nang draw crowds as Christmas lights switch on
Travel December 22, 2025Churches across Da Nang in central Vietnam were lit up on Sunday evening as Christmas decorations drew large crowds of residents and tourists, signaling the start of year-end festivities in the coastal city.
Father, daughter in Ho Chi Minh City invent diagonal cable escape system for high-rise fires
Vietnam News December 20, 2025After five months of research, Nguyen Toai Nguyen and his 11th grade daughter in Ho Chi Minh City have created a diagonal cable escape system for high-rise buildings, hoping it can help reduce casualties during fires.
Work starts on $2mn park project in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City December 19, 2025Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City on Thursday broke ground on Thanh Loc Park, a 3.37-hectare public green space in An Phu Dong Ward, with a total investment of nearly VND54 billion (US$2 million) from the city budget.
Why Vietnam’s SEA Games football win over Thailand sparks nationwide street celebrations
Vietnam News December 19, 2025Millions of fans poured into the streets across major cities in Vietnam late on Thursday to celebrate the men’s football team’s dramatic extra-time victory over Thailand at the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, a result that capped a historic year for the country’s football and carried deep emotional weight in a long-standing regional rivalry.
Vietnam to break ground on $1.37bn expansion of key expressway to Mekong Delta this week
Vietnam News December 17, 2025Vietnam 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
World December 17, 2025ROME -- 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
World December 17, 2025Tokyo, 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
World December 16, 2025TOKYO -- 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
World December 16, 2025WAWANESA, 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 News December 13, 2025Air 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.
