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Unleashed dogs raise safety concerns in Ho Chi Minh City public places
Ho Chi Minh CityUnleashed and unmuzzled dogs roaming freely in public spaces across Ho Chi Minh City are raising growing safety and hygiene concerns, particularly in crowded areas such as Gia Dinh Park and along the Nhieu Loc Canal.
Hidden tunnels, wartime sites offer deeper look at Ho Chi Minh City
TravelHo Chi Minh City rewards those willing to look beyond its busy boulevards, revealing a lesser-known world tucked behind narrow alleys, beneath aging basements, and within familiar neighborhoods.
Unexpected and engaging: Lesser-known museums worth a visit in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City is home to a wide range of museums, many offering unique experiences that go far beyond traditional exhibitions, from culinary spaces and vivid historical displays to interactive art venues.
Vietnamese Party chief’s spouse visits youth center in Beijing, highlights child education, exchanges
Vietnam NewsNgo Phuong Ly, spouse of Vietnam’s Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, visited the Soong Ching Ling Science and Culture Center for Young People in Beijing on Tuesday, spotlighting the importance of child care, education, and youth exchanges between Vietnam and China.
Vietnam’s top leader impressed by China's high-speed rail
Vietnam NewsVietnam’s Party General Secretary and State President To Lam shared his impressions of China’s modern transport infrastructure after traveling by high-speed train to Xiong’an New Area in Hebei Province during his state visit to China from Tuesday through Friday.
How to spend 48 hours in Ho Chi Minh City over upcoming holidays, packed and fun
Ho Chi Minh CityWith Vietnamese workers heading into two upcoming holiday periods, many are planning trips to popular or overseas destinations, while Ho Chi Minh City remains a lively option for those looking to make the most of their days off.
Francophone Day in Ho Chi Minh City promotes French as bridge for cultures, careers
Education April 12, 2026The 2026 Francophone Day took place in Ho Chi Minh City on Saturday, featuring a wide range of activities including hands-on experiences and seminars to promote the language.
Trash piles persist across Ho Chi Minh City ward despite clean-up efforts
Ho Chi Minh City April 10, 2026Piles of garbage, including plastic cups, bags, and household waste, were seen scattered across multiple sites in Ho Chi Minh City’s An Khanh Ward, with authorities identifying the area as one of several localities still facing persistent urban sanitation issues.
Da Nang workers struggle under scorching heat
Vietnam Life April 8, 2026Outdoor laborers in Da Nang City, central Vietnam have endured extreme heat as temperatures climbed to nearly 40 degrees Celsius in early April, making daily work increasingly difficult.
Vingroup proposes $721mn expansion of Rung Sac road to 10 lanes in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City April 6, 2026Vietnam’s Vingroup has proposed a project to upgrade and expand Rung Sac, the only road linking central Ho Chi Minh City with the outlying Can Gio Commune, to up to 10 lanes under a public-private partnership plan worth about VND19 trillion (US$721.4 million).
Hanoi slaughterhouse shuttered after 300-tonne diseased pork scandal
Vietnam News April 3, 2026Authorities in Hanoi have suspended operations at the Van Phuc slaughterhouse after police uncovered a ring that processed and distributed 300 metric tons of pork infected with African swine fever to local markets and school canteens.
Da Nang crackdown on sidewalk encroachment sees little change in suburban areas
Vietnam News April 2, 2026Sidewalks in downtown Da Nang City, central Vietnam have become more pedestrian-friendly after a recent enforcement campaign, but many suburban areas still see little improvement, with illegal encroachment continuing largely unchanged despite ongoing warnings from local authorities.
Buffalo riding in Da Nang rice fields offers foreign visitors hands-on taste of rural Vietnam
Travel March 30, 2026International tourists in Hoi An Dong Ward, Da Nang City, central Vietnam are embracing a growing attraction that blends rural scenery with hands-on cultural immersion, as buffalo rides and photo sessions in green rice fields are drawing rising interest from travelers seeking authentic local experiences.
Young Vietnamese embrace high-risk circus careers despite challenges
Education March 27, 2026Suspended high above the ground in a quiet training hall, young students at Vietnam Intermediate School of Circus and Variety Arts practice aerial routines that demand years of discipline and carry constant risk of injury.
Busy melaleuca trading season unfolds in Vietnam’s U Minh amid quiet change
Vietnam Life March 26, 2026In recent days, boats laden with melaleuca logs have edged through narrow waterways in U Minh, Ca Mau Province, where traders arrive to buy wood and carry it onward, a familiar rhythm tied to the forests that blanket Vietnam’s southernmost region.
Vietnam’s U Minh Thuong forest regenerates decades after 2002 fire
Vietnam Life March 22, 2026A 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 News March 21, 2026Vietnam’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 City March 19, 2026Two 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.
