Environment

A new strong cold spell will hit the northern region starting Wednesday evening, according to the National Centre for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting.

A 300-kilo whale has been found dead on a beach in the central province of Quang Tri's Vinh Thai Commune.

Northern Vietnam is expected to experience another wave of intensified cold air on January 15 that will make the region maintain dry and sunny conditions during the day.

Hanoi and the northern provinces are facing severe air pollution, which is expected to improve slightly but will persist in the coming days.

Rural areas in the northern region are experiencing periods of severely deteriorated air quality, with PM2.5 levels rising significantly—some areas exceed the standard limit by up to 3.5 times.

Black wastewater has flowed into the Han River in Danang, leading to significant pollution.

Five consecutive earthquakes occurred in the Central Highlands Province of Kon Tum's Kon Plong District on Thursday morning, according to the Earthquake and Tsunami Warning Centre.

The central province of Quang Nam has declared a state of emergency in response to the escalating coastal erosion in Hoi An City.

Hanoi authorities are seeking the Prime Minister’s approval for a VND550 billion (USD21.96 million) project to revitalize the To Lich River.

Ho Chi Minh City has set a target of achieving at least one square metre of green space per capita and an additional ten hectares of public green areas by 2030.

A devastating earthquake in China's remote Tibet region killed at least 53 people and collapsed "many buildings" on Tuesday, state media reported.

A cold air mass is projected to hit northern Vietnam in the middle of this week, bringing overcast skies, scattered light rain, and a significant drop in temperatures.

A variety of rare animal species have been discovered in the Elephant Habitat and Species Conservation Area in the central province of Quang Nam.

Local people in the Mekong Delta region are complaining about the serious environmental pollution caused by dumping sites that have appeared in many residential areas.

Last year was China's hottest on record and the past four years were its warmest ever, its weather agency said this week.

Domestic solid waste must be classified at each household from the beginning of this year, according to the Law on Environmental Protection 2020.

Local astronomy lovers will have the chance to enjoy the sight of the Quadrantids, the first major meteor shower of the year, as it reaches its peak between nightfall and dawn on January 4.

The central region of Vietnam has been forecasted to face more rains in some days to come.

Approximately 200 people have been deployed to strengthen the severely eroded My Khe Beach in Danang.