Disabled overcomes great adversity to study
To pursue his schooling a disabled student in central Thanh Hoa Province has had to crawl to school using his hands.
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Farmers shape fruits for big profits
Two farmers in southern Vietnam have become famous for their ability to grow specially shaped fruits.
Vietnam’s highest mountain pass frozen in photos
O Quy Ho, the highest mountain pass in Vietnam, was covered with ice and snow after two chilly days.
Farmer grows famous for giant crops
72 year-old farmer Nguyen Hoang Oanh has become a man famous for his ability to grow giant crops.
Disabled man sculpts his way through the pain
A young disabled man from Quang Binh strives to overcome his physical disability so he can fulfill his dream of becoming a famous sculptor.
In photos: Vietnam’s most thrilling mountain pass
Ca Pass is a high and winding mountain pass with dangerous roads which offers a serene view of Vietnam’s landscapes.
Hanoi’s last gate standing
Hanoi’s legendary city gates have whithered away over time but the last remaining gate was successfully restored.
Flowers blossoms are signs of Tet
Villages outside the ancient city of Hue are full of blossoming flowers and lush gardens; a welcome sight for visitors and clear reminder that Tet is coming.
Robotic innovation inspires youth
A high school student has created a robot that is turning heads with its ability to spray pesticides, pick fruit and water plants.
Sparkling Dalat at night a different world from the day
Romantic Dalat City in the central highlands boasts unique characteristics that lure visitors at night: quiet, balmy, yet vivid.
Foreigners get caught up in the spirit of Tet as well
As Vietnam develops and its expat population grows, Tet has also come to hold a special meaning with foreigners.
The man known as "blind superman"
Luong Minh Hong is called "blind superman” as he overcomes hardships and misfortune to live an amazing life.
Sapa simmers with beauty in freezing weather
Cold is sweeping through Sapa but this famous tourist destination is still very lively and full of colour.
Saigonese start bringing in 2011 early
People in Ho Chi Minh City have been welcoming the new year since December 26.
Christmas atmosphere overwhelms major cities in Vietnam
The exciting atmosphere of Christmas has filled streets from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, with striking colours and decorations.
Hanoi's cathedrals take spotlight as city celebrates Christmas
Hanoi's famed cathedrals were among the most highly decorated and most visited sites around the city.
People rush to the streets to welcome Christmas
Many people in HCM City flocked to streets to welcome Christmas early.
Vietnamese student wins again with her acclaimed film
Secondary student Ho Thi Hieu Hien has just won special prize in the Japan International Film Contest for Asian Children.
Quat Lam fishermen use not only rods but also hands and horns
Fishermen by day, musicians for mass, many have joined with Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church orchestra in Quat Lam Town.
Hanoi lighting up for Lunar New Year
Hanoi is preparing for Tet by transforming the headquarters into a place of lights and decorations.
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