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British painter John Lester: A Vietnam beyond clichés
Vietnam LifeVietnamese women with their faces hidden behind sunglasses, face masks and helmets while riding motorbikes are among the most distinctive sights in Vietnam, inspiring British painter John Lester to capture them on canvas alongside other uniquely Vietnamese moments.
Slice of Mekong Delta hidden in billion-dollar industrial hub in central Vietnam
TravelSurrounded by the billion-dollar Dung Quat Economic Zone in Quang Ngai Province, Bau Ca Cai Lagoon is an unlikely green oasis in central Vietnam, where lush mangrove forests and winding waterways have earned it the nickname ‘a mini Mekong Delta.’
Ho Chi Minh City brings free health checkups to elderly, disabled residents at home
Ho Chi Minh CityHo Chi Minh City is rolling out a program offering free home-based health checkups for the elderly, people with disabilities, and those unable to travel, as part of its commitment to ensure “no one is left behind” in public health services.
Flooding prompts evacuation of residents in Vietnam’s mountainous province
Vietnam NewsPolice officers in Lao Cai Province, northern Vietnam evacuated residents and their belongings from heavily flooded areas on Monday morning after downpours submerged neighborhoods and disrupted traffic.
Can a $20 Vietnamese family meal become a $200 cultural experience?
In-DepthCan a Vietnamese family meal worth US$20 be sold for $200 to international diners? It could, when paired with modern culinary techniques, high-quality service, and appealing cultural storytelling.
Over 5,000 join mass solidarity walk in Ho Chi Minh City to support AO victims
Ho Chi Minh CityMore than 5,000 people gathered at Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street in downtown Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday morning for a solidarity walk supporting Agent Orange (AO) victims and marking the 65th anniversary of the Agent Orange disaster in Vietnam (August 10, 1961-2026).
Ho Chi Minh City launches international photography contest with AI-generated images banned
Ho Chi Minh City August 2, 2026The International Art Photography Contest has returned for its fourth edition in Ho Chi Minh City, inviting photographers worldwide to showcase their work while promoting Vietnam's tourism and cultural image.
Can food tell Ho Chi Minh City's story? Diplomats say yes
Ho Chi Minh City August 1, 2026Members of the consular corps in Ho Chi Minh City swapped conference tables for cooking stations on Saturday, discovering the city's rich heritage through local flavors.
Explainer: How labor shortage finally breaks 17-year-old boat fare in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta
In-Depth July 31, 2026News that sampan fares at one of the Mekong Delta’s most famous tourist spots will finally triple after 17 years, albeit still at a dirt-cheap rate, comes with a bitter realization: the increase is too little, too late.
Foreign consuls explore Ho Chi Minh City's iconic landmarks on cultural walking tour
Ho Chi Minh City July 25, 2026Consuls general and representatives of foreign consular missions in Ho Chi Minh City on Saturday morning joined a walking tour of some of the city's most iconic landmarks as part of the 'Walk to Understand the City' program.
Vietnam’s Can Tho plans to give bridges a makeover, add new photo spots at Cai Rang Floating Market
Travel July 25, 2026Authorities in Can Tho City, southern Vietnam are planning to give a new look to a series of bridges spanning the Can Tho River and revamp the Cai Rang Floating Market area, hoping to create more attractive tourist destinations in the near future.
Ho Chi Minh City children experience metro, waterbus trips during summer program
Ho Chi Minh City July 23, 2026Fifty children in Ho Chi Minh City explored the city’s metro system and Saigon Waterbus on Wednesday as part of the ‘I Love My City’ summer program organized by local authorities in Xuan Hoa Ward and university volunteers.
Be aware in Vietnam or you may get lost in a ‘maze’ of breakfast choices
Vietnam Life July 18, 2026You may have heard of Vietnam's rich culinary culture, but nothing prepares you for the country's breakfast scene, where choosing what to eat can feel like navigating a 'maze' of delicious possibilities.
Floods kill 1, leave 6 missing, devastate homes in Vietnam’s Lai Chau
Vietnam News July 18, 2026Heavy downpours have triggered flash floods and debris flows in Muong Than Commune in Lai Chau Province, northern Vietnam, leaving one person dead, six missing and two injured while destroying homes, isolating villages, and severely disrupting transport, authorities said on Friday evening.
How public transport is driving Ho Chi Minh City's sustainable mobility transition
Ho Chi Minh City July 17, 2026Ho Chi Minh City is speeding up its transition toward sustainable urban mobility through a range of investments designed to make public transportation a more convenient and attractive choice for daily commuters.
Vietnamese families swap screen time for summer adventures in the wild
Travel July 13, 2026Instead of spending summer indoors with air conditioning, smartphones, and online games, many Vietnamese families are taking their children to the mountains, forests, streams, rivers, and seas, opting for real-world adventures that encourage exploration, resilience, and family bonding over screen time.
Vietnamese cave explorer, 12-year-old daughter conquer 300-meter waterfall in Hue
Travel July 12, 2026Vietnamese cave explorer Le Luu Dung and his 12-year-old daughter, Le Nguyen Bao Ngoc, recently completed the challenging trek to Do Quyen Waterfall in Hue City, central Vietnam, with their journey set to be featured in the reality television series ‘Cha Con Van Dam’ (Father and Child Across Miles).
Ho Chi Minh City to build 7 steel overpasses to ease traffic congestion
Ho Chi Minh City July 11, 2026Ho Chi Minh City will build seven steel overpasses at major intersections to reduce chronic congestion, with projects scheduled for completion between 2026 and 2027, a city official told a recent meeting hosted by the municipal Party Committee.
