Three children die in stilt house fire in Lai Chau
Three children were found dead after a fire broke out at a stilt house in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau in the early hours of April 26.
Taxi driver touched after Korean passenger gives child lucky money
A Hanoi taxi driver was left surprised and moved after a South Korean passenger gave lucky money to his young daughter, who had accompanied him to work and sat quietly in the back seat.
Ho Chi Minh City forecast to enter rainy season in early May
HCM City is expected to enter its rainy season in early May, with rainfall and temperatures forecast to exceed long-term averages, according to the Southern Regional Hydro-Meteorological Centre.
Heavy traffic hits Hanoi as residents leave for Hung Kings holiday
Thousands of residents left Hanoi on April 24 for the Hung Kings Commemoration Day holiday, causing severe congestion on major roads across the capital.
26 new caves discovered in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Quang Tri Province, has recorded 26 newly discovered caves following a 2026 survey, boosting its scientific and tourism value.
Tan Son Nhat to handle up to 130,000 passengers daily over holiday
Tan Son Nhat International Airport, HCM City, is expected to handle about 125,000 passengers a day over the Reunification Day (April 30)-May day holiday.
Vietnam adds new paid public holiday from July 1
Vietnamese workers will receive an additional paid day off each year as the country designates November 24 as Vietnam Culture Day.
Cat Ba halts roadworks for April 30-May 1 holiday
Cat Ba Island, Haiphong City, will suspend roadworks during the Reunification Day (April 30)-May 1 holiday and summer 2026 to ensure safety and preserve its tourist appeal.
Five southern localities back coastal HCM City-Can Tho Expressway
Five southern localities have agreed to propose to the government a coastal expressway linking Ho Chi Minh City with Can Tho under a public-private partnership (PPP).
Unmuzzled, stray dogs persist in HCM City despite penalties
Unmuzzled and free-roaming dogs continue to pose risks in Ho Chi Minh City despite fines and regular enforcement, with authorities warning of potential rabies transmission.
Hanoi to waive bus, metro fares during holidays
Hanoi will exempt fares on subsidised public transport, including buses and urban rail, for seven days during the Hung Kings’ Commemoration and the Reunification Day (April 30)-May 1 holidays.
Vietnamese ships and crews remain safe in Strait of Hormuz
Vietnamese authorities say all national vessels and crew in the Strait of Hormuz remain safe, as coordination continues with Iran to ensure secure passage.
HCM City offers river cruises, fireworks viewing for April 30 holiday
Visitors to HCM City during the Reunification Day (April 30)-May Day holiday will be able to enjoy dinner cruises and fireworks displays on the Saigon River.
South Korean president, first lady stroll by Hoan Kiem Lake
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and his wife Kim Hye Kyung strolled by Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi on Thursday evening during his state visit to Vietnam.
HCM City to conduct surprise checks on illegal transport hotspots
Police in Ho Chi Minh City will carry out surprise inspections at hotspots for illegal pick-up points, with both drivers and transport firms facing penalties for violations.
Ho Chi Minh City to launch express buses to Long Thanh Airport
Ho Chi Minh City plans to introduce express bus services linking the city centre and Tan Son Nhat Airport with Long Thanh Airport, with travel times of about 60 to 70 minutes.
Mu Cang Chai to host first terraced climbing race in water season
Mu Cang Chai Commune, Lao Cai Province, will host its first terraced field climbing race during the flooded-field season, offering a unique sports tourism experience.
Danang rescuers free US tourist trapped in bathroom
Emergency crews in Danang City took nearly three hours to rescue a US tourist weighing almost 300 kg after he fell and became trapped in a cramped bathroom.
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