Video chronicles 124km voyage towing the 3,400-tonne arch for Saigon River pedestrian bridge
The 3,400-tonne main span of the pedestrian bridge across the Saigon River in Ho Chi Minh City, sponsored by Nutifood, was officially joined on October 21, 2026. Tuoi Tre reporters documented the entire 124km journey towing the bridge span from the construction site to the joining site in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City.
Moments of rescue: Malaysian tourist pulled from 10-meter-deep hole in Da Lat
A 40-year-old Malaysian woman fell into a 10-meter-deep hole while hiking with a group of friends in the Hon Bo area of Da Lat, Lam Dong Province, Vietnam, at around 5:45am on October 25.
Ho Chi Minh City has nearly 13 million registered vehicles. Can the city find a way out of traffic congestion?
As of June 2026, Ho Chi Minh City had 12.77 million registered vehicles, including 11.55 million motorbikes, with a population of roughly 14 million.
What makes Ho Chi Minh City’s shopping complexes worth splurging on for foreign tourists?
Fashion shopping complexes in Ho Chi Minh City are attracting growing numbers of international tourists, many of whom discover Vietnamese local brands through TikTok, drawn by affordable prices, diverse designs and convenient shopping experiences.
A Vietnamese volunteer traveled over 1,000 kilometers to return a lost wedding ring to Portuguese newlyweds on their honeymoon in Vietnam.
Forty-two-year-old Phan Thanh Trinh helps tourists recover lost belongings using his own metal-detecting equipment, free of charge.
Modern systems deployed to keep UAVs out of Da Nang airport airspace
The Air Defense-Air Force Service is equipping units under Divisions 375 and 372, stationed in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, with modern systems to ensure flight safety and prevent unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from entering Da Nang International Airport’s airspace.
Vietnamese restaurant in Denmark blends local ingredients with homegrown flavors
A Vietnamese restaurateur in Copenhagen is introducing Vietnamese cuisine to Danish diners by combining local ingredients with traditional flavors, with the dream of making dishes such as pho and spring rolls a familiar part of everyday Danish life.
Hanoi 12th-grader detained for punching teacher in classroom
Hanoi police said on October 21, 2026 that investigators had launched a criminal case and initiated legal proceedings against a 17-year-old 12th-grade student at Mac Dinh Chi High School in Noi Bai Commune, ordering his detention pending an investigation into an assault causing injury.
Electric double-decker tourist buses roll out in Ho Chi Minh City
Alongside electric buses serving Ho Chi Minh City residents, electric double-decker buses began operating for tourists on October 20, 2026.
Forget roses and candlelight. This man proposed with 1,500 kilograms of incense sticks!
A Filipino man turned 1,500 kilograms of incense sticks into a giant marriage proposal in Vietnam.
3,400-tonne steel arch of Saigon River pedestrian bridge transferred onto barge
The 3,400-tonne main steel arch of the Saigon River pedestrian bridge was safely transferred onto a specialized barge early on October 16, ahead of its journey to central Ho Chi Minh City for installation.
What makes Bui Vien Walking Street one of Ho Chi Minh City's nightlife hotspots?
Tourism officials are looking to expand the city's night-time economy with more entertainment, performances, shopping, and other activities to encourage visitors to stay out longer and spend more.
Your next cup of coffee could come at a higher price.
Vietnam’s Robusta coffee prices are expected to stay high as farmers hold out for better deals.
Modern systems deployed to keep UAVs out of Da Nang airport airspace
The Air Defense-Air Force Service is equipping units under Divisions 375 and 372, stationed in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, with modern systems to ensure flight safety and prevent unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from entering Da Nang International Airport’s airspace.
Wild monkeys roam residential areas in Da Nang, attack livestock, resident
They have been spotted climbing onto rooftops and rummaging for food, while one has attacked livestock and a resident, raising safety concerns among locals.
People are lining up for an American chef’s $3 banh mi in Ho Chi Minh City
More than a month after opening, American chef Chad Kubanoff’s banh mi shop on Street No. 25 in the An Phu Hung residential area in Tan Hung Ward, continues to draw customers.
The City Connect – Episode 1: Trust, complementarity to shape next chapter of Vietnam-Singapore ties
In this maiden episode of The City Connect, a dialogue series debuted by Tuoi Tre News in September 2026, Singaporean Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Pang Te Cheng says the two countries’ partnership is moving beyond traditional trade and industrial parks toward advanced manufacturing, green energy, digital transformation, and finance, with trust built through tangible results.
Diplomats take a walk through Ho Chi Minh City’s history
From Reunification Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral to Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street and Bach Dang Wharf, foreign diplomats explored the heart of Ho Chi Minh City on foot, discovering its history, culture, and everyday life along the way.
Moments of rescue: Malaysian tourist pulled from 10-meter-deep hole in Da Lat
A 40-year-old Malaysian woman fell into a 10-meter-deep hole while hiking with a group of friends in the Hon Bo area of Da Lat, Lam Dong Province, Vietnam, at around 5:45am on October 25.
This family of 'whales' has been living in a Thai forest for 75 million years
Deep in Phu Sing forest in Bueng Kan Province, northeastern Thailand, a family of 'whales' has been 'living' there for tens of millions of years. But these aren’t real whales.
What makes this Mekong Delta ‘squat market’ a photographer’s dream?
In recent years, the market has gained attention on social media, attracting photography enthusiasts from Vietnam and abroad who come to capture its unique character. Seen from above, the market covers less than 1,000 square meters, with rows of colorful stalls neatly arranged in a grid-like pattern, creating a striking sight from the air.
Moments of rescue: Malaysian tourist pulled from 10-meter-deep hole in Da Lat
A 40-year-old Malaysian woman fell into a 10-meter-deep hole while hiking with a group of friends in the Hon Bo area of Da Lat, Lam Dong Province, Vietnam, at around 5:45am on October 25.
Ho Chi Minh City has nearly 13 million registered vehicles. Can the city find a way out of traffic congestion?
As of June 2026, Ho Chi Minh City had 12.77 million registered vehicles, including 11.55 million motorbikes, with a population of roughly 14 million.
What makes Ho Chi Minh City’s shopping complexes worth splurging on for foreign tourists?
Fashion shopping complexes in Ho Chi Minh City are attracting growing numbers of international tourists, many of whom discover Vietnamese local brands through TikTok, drawn by affordable prices, diverse designs and convenient shopping experiences.
Modern systems deployed to keep UAVs out of Da Nang airport airspace
The Air Defense-Air Force Service is equipping units under Divisions 375 and 372, stationed in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, with modern systems to ensure flight safety and prevent unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from entering Da Nang International Airport’s airspace.
A Vietnamese volunteer traveled over 1,000 kilometers to return a lost wedding ring to Portuguese newlyweds on their honeymoon in Vietnam.
Forty-two-year-old Phan Thanh Trinh helps tourists recover lost belongings using his own metal-detecting equipment, free of charge.
