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Vietnam’s U Minh Thuong forest regenerates decades after 2002 fire
Vietnam LifeA melaleuca forest in southern Vietnam’s U Minh Thuong National Park has regenerated decades after a major fire in 2002, with some trees now exceeding 10 meters in height, park officials said.
Foreign filmmakers explore opportunities in Vietnam at FILMART 2026
Vietnam NewsVietnam’s rapidly expanding film market drew interest from international filmmakers at the Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) 2026, increasingly sparking curiosity about its potential as a production destination in Southeast Asia.
Gold-plated crosses return to Notre-Dame Cathedral towers in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityTwo gold-plated crosses were installed atop the twin towers of Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City on Thursday, which is a milestone in the restoration of the more-than-140-year-old landmark.
Hanoi races to complete flood-control projects ahead of rainy season
Vietnam NewsHanoi is accelerating construction on a series of urgent flood-control projects as authorities aim to reduce urban flooding before the 2026 rainy season.
Vietnamese presence on the rise at Hong Kong International Film and TV Market
Vietnam News"We do see more and more Vietnamese exhibitors and participants joining us," Johnson Ng, director of service promotion at the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), told Tuoi Tre News at a press briefing on the opening day of the 2026 Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) on Tuesday.
Tiny snails test patience but hook diners in Da Nang
Vietnam LifeOn the streets of Da Nang City in central Vietnam, a small cup of ‘oc le,’ tiny sea snails no bigger than shirt buttons, draws steady crowds despite, or perhaps because of, the effort it takes to eat them.
Ho Chi Minh City residents embrace free public e-bikes
Ho Chi Minh City March 16, 2026Residents in Ho Chi Minh City gravitated to Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street on Sunday afternoon to try out newly launched public electric bicycles, which are offered free for 15 minutes per ride throughout March.
Nearly 79 million Vietnamese vote in parliamentary, local elections
Vietnam News March 15, 2026Nearly 79 million voters across Vietnam began casting ballots on Sunday to elect members of the country’s 16th National Assembly and local People’s Councils for the 2026–31 term.
In modern Netherlands, one local keeps traditional Dutch dress alive
World March 14, 2026VOLENDAM, Netherlands -- The Volendam women's costume, with its high pointed bonnet (hul), is one of the most recognizable forms of traditional Dutch dress, appearing often on postcards from the Netherlands.
Unseasonal rain drenches Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City March 14, 2026An unseasonal thunderstorm swept across parts of Ho Chi Minh City on Friday evening, with rainfall forming in the city center before spreading to southern areas.
Ho Chi Minh City resumes helicopter sightseeing tours
Ho Chi Minh City March 13, 2026Helicopter sightseeing tours over Ho Chi Minh City were resumed on Wednesday, offering travelers aerial views of the southern hub and surrounding areas after a hiatus since 2022.
'Taste of the UK' week in Vietnam challenges misconceptions about British food
Economy March 6, 2026The 'Taste of the UK' week was launched on Thursday at MM Mega Market An Phu in Ho Chi Minh City, showcasing more than 100 British food products to Vietnamese consumers and highlighting the diversity of UK cuisine beyond the traditional fish and chips.
Belarusian wrestler draws crowds at Hanoi village festival wrestling event
Expat Life February 28, 2026A Belarusian wrestler’s appearance at a traditional village festival in Hanoi drew large crowds and heightened excitement at the annual spring wrestling event, as local competitors took on the heavier foreign contender.
Vietnam, UK dignitaries attend cultural visit at Hanoi art museum
Vietnam News February 25, 2026Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam, hosted the Duke of Richmond, Charles Henry Gordon-Lennox, and his wife at the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum in Hanoi on Tuesday during their visit to the Southeast Asian country.
Highways congested as millions return to Ho Chi Minh City after Tet holiday
Vietnam News February 23, 2026Millions of people traveling back to Ho Chi Minh City from the Mekong Delta on Sunday, the final day of the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, caused severe congestion on several highways and intersections, especially in Dong Thap Province.
Construction advances on 60,000-seat World Cup-standard stadium near Hanoi
Vietnam News February 21, 2026Construction is underway on the 60,000-seat PVF Stadium in the northern Vietnamese province of Hung Yen, a project designed to meet FIFA standards and qualify to host World Cup and regional matches, according to project developers.
Crowds flood Hoi An ancient town on Lunar New Year’s Day
Travel February 18, 2026Hoi An Ancient Town was packed with visitors on Tuesday, the first day of the Lunar New Year, as both domestic and international tourists flocked to the UNESCO heritage site in central Vietnam’s Da Nang City to celebrate the Year of the Horse.
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[LIVE BLOG] Fireworks light up the skies across Vietnam to welcome Lunar New Year
Vietnam News February 16, 2026Fireworks lit up the skies across Vietnam as people gathered in cities and provinces nationwide to welcome the Lunar New Year 2026, celebrating with vibrant displays, cheers, and a festive atmosphere at the stroke of midnight.
