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Vietnam holds grand parade to mark 50 years of national reunification

A national celebration, including a grand military parade and march, officially took place in Ho Chi Minh City from 6.25 am on April 30 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Vietnam's reunification.

Thousands stay up all night waiting for parade in HCM City

Hundreds of thousands of people packed the central streets of HCM City from the night of April 29, eagerly awaiting the grand parade marking the 50th anniversary of national reunification.

Lao tourist enjoys Vietnam's 50th National Reunification Anniversary

Maysaa, a 24-year-old Lao woman, is spending a week in HCM City to immerse herself in the celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of Vietnam's Reunification Day.

Thousands celebrate with spectacular fireworks display at Hanoi park

A live television broadcast was held at Thong Nhat Park in Hanoi to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on the evening of April 27.

Nearly 800 journalists to cover 50th anniversary of national reunification

Nearly 800 journalists, including 169 foreign reporters, have registered to cover the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975-2025).

Y Nhi to perform Central Highlands dance at Miss World 2025

Huynh Tran Y Nhi, reigning Miss World Vietnam 2023, will present a traditional dance from Vietnam’s Central Highlands at the 72nd Miss World pageant, set to take place in India.

Fireworks light up Hanoi sky in celebration of Reunification Day

A dazzling high-altitude fireworks display lit up the sky above My Dinh Stadium on Tuesday evening, marking the 50th anniversary of the Reunification Day (April 30).

Hanoi to host fireworks ahows on April 22 and 27

Hanoi will hold fireworks displays on April 22 and 27 at the F1 racetrack in Nam Tu Liem District and Thong Nhat Park in Hai Ba Trung District.

Vietnam to host first international 3D mapping art programme

For the first time in Vietnam, an international 3D Mapping art programme will be held with the participation of art troupes from France, Belgium, and Singapore.

HCM City quickens stand setup for Reunification Day celebration

Dozens of workers are rushing to finish the setup of a stage and three stands for major events to mark the Reunification Day (April 30) celebration.

Four arrested over obscene AI images in Japan first: reports

Japanese police have arrested four people for selling obscene images created using generative AI in the first crackdown of its kind, local media reports said Tuesday.

World Expo opens in Japan in rocky times

World Expo opened on Sunday with 160 countries and regions showcasing their technology, culture and food, with host Japan hoping to provide the world with some much-needed hope.

HCM City to host fireworks at over 30 locations for Reunification Day

HCM City will hold fireworks displays at more than 30 sites to mark the 50th anniversary of Reunification Day on April 30.

Vietnamese mermaids shine at ADEX Singapore 2025 Ocean Festival

As part of the ADEX Singapore Ocean Festival 2025, the Vietnam Merpeople team captured the attention of a large international audience with an underwater performance.

Thousands flock to watch fireworks on Hung Kings' Commemoration Day

Thousands of people from across the country gathered in Viet Tri City, Phu Tho Province, to witness a spectacular fireworks display in celebration of the Hung Kings' Commemoration Day.

Local representatives to vie for Miss & Mister Fitness Supermodel World

Nguyen Tien Dat and Nguyen Ngoc Phi Khanh are set to compete at the Miss and Mister Fitness Supermodel World 2025 contest, scheduled to take place in central Quy Nhon city this June.

Hanoi fair brings art closer to public

The “Da Sac” ( Diverse Colours) exhibition and a series of creative art activities under the umbrella of the ongoing Hanoi Art Fair opened at the Temple of Literature in Hanoi on March 26.