No storm, yet trees keep falling: Is it a warning sign for Da Nang?
Vietnam LifeHeavy rain from Monday to Wednesday left streets across Da Nang, central Vietnam, littered with fallen trees, with 157 toppled in areas managed by Da Nang Greenery Parks Company alone. The scale of the damage raises a question: why are so many trees falling without storm-force winds?
In central Vietnam, man killed after loud blast, four warheads found at scene
Vietnam LifeA man was found dead following a loud explosion in Da Nang City, central Vietnam. He had worked in scrap metal collection for years and had repeatedly handed over several guns, ammunition, and explosives to local authorities.
S.Korea’s Golden Disc Awards to make Vietnam debut, target record global online viewership
Vietnam LifeThe 41st Golden Disc Awards will be held in Hanoi on January 9 and 10, 2027, marking the first time the prestigious South Korean music awards ceremony will be held in Vietnam, with organizers expecting 70,000 in-person spectators over the two nights and aiming to set a new record for global online viewership.
Elite commandos train shirtless in 16°C cold ahead of Vietnam Defence Expo 2026
Vietnam LifeWith the Vietnam International Defence Expo 2026 only a month away, commandos are undergoing intensive training, undeterred by the biting cold sweeping across northern Vietnam.
Hanoi welcomes winter as residents take to streets to enjoy seasonal charm
Vietnam LifeHanoi has begun to feel the first chill of winter in recent days, drawing residents and tourists to the streets around Hoan Kiem Lake. Many have gathered to stroll, sip lemon tea, take photographs, and enjoy the cooler weather.
From rescuer to unexpected father: A forest ranger's bond with an orphaned monkey in central Vietnam
Vietnam LifeLucky, an orphaned monkey whose mother was killed by a car while crossing the La Son-Tuy Loan Expressway in central Vietnam, was taken in by his adoptive father, Phan Sau, an animal rescuer at Bach Ma National Park. After more than six months of care, Sau hopes to prepare Lucky with the skills needed to one day return to the wild.
Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation to bring filmmakers, four films to Ho Chi Minh City this month
Ho Chi Minh CityHong Kong Film Gala Presentation will return to Ho Chi Minh City for the second year from November 21 to 23, with this year's edition co-organized by Autumn Meeting and Fulbright University Vietnam.
Int'l experts tout Ho Chi Minh City’s biosphere reserve as potential global model
Ho Chi Minh CityInternational experts visiting the Can Gio Biosphere Reserve in Can Gio District, Ho Chi Minh City, on Sunday found that the area holds considerable potential for further development and could serve as a global model for nature conservation and sustainable growth.
From world stages to home: Vietnam’s acclaimed bamboo circus hits Hanoi with regular shows
In-DepthAfter traveling across 9 countries, performing in 50 cities, and captivating over 100,000 international spectators, Vietnam’s groundbreaking bamboo circus 'Lang Toi' (My Village) has officially returned home.
Da Nang’s giant 65-meter stone Buddha statue after years of construction
Vietnam LifeImages of a giant stone Buddha statue in Da Nang City, central Vietnam have been widely shared on social media in recent days, capturing considerable public attention.
