Hoi An Ancient Town inundated by severe flooding
Hoi An ancient town, a World Cultural Heritage Site in the central province of Quang Nam has been submerged by serious flooding following prolonged torrential rains.
Amazing photos of traffic in Saigon in 1989
Elmar Reich, a Swiss tourist dedicated his time to capture amazing photos of traffic in Saigon in 1989.
Death toll reaches 17 as heavy rains wreak havoc, new tropical depression forms after Storm Linfa
As of October 11 night, torrential rains claimed 17 lives, left 13 missing and forced the evacuation of 49,700 others.
Heart-touching photos from flooding in central region
Despite the devastating torrential rains and floods in the central region, there are some instances that will make you feel happy. And, if anything, will restore your hope in the human spirit.
EU-funded project ensures stable power supply for 600 households in island commune
The launching of the grid power supply to island commune of Nhon Chau in central Binh Dinh province took place on October 10.
Tenth Science Film Festival to be held in Vietnam's two largest cities
From October to December 2020, Goethe-Institut will co-operate with THD Education Solutions Co., Ltd. to organize film screenings and experimental hands-on activities in some schools in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
4 ships sank, 13 people died and missing due to floods in Central Vietnam
The Steering Committee for Disaster Prevention of the Central and Central Highlands has just released a quick report on the evacuation and flood damage as of this evening on October 9.
Korea Creative Content Agency opens Vietnam Business Center in Hanoi
The Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) just officially opened the Vietnam Business Center in Hanoi on October 8.
Vietnamese youth spreads message of encouragement for girls across the world
Vietnamese youth representative speaked in ASEAN forum in the Online Launching of the Asia Girls Report 2020: Introducing the Girls’ Leadership Index.
Muong Lo Culture and Tourism Festival wins US Stevie Awards
The Muong Lo Culture and Tourism Festival 2019 won the 17th Stevie Awards for Women in Business 2020.
Hanoi supports the construction of 7,565 houses for the poor
Right after Hanoi launched the peak month "For the poor" in 2020, more than 28 billion VND was donated.
Precious color photos of Saigon in the 1960s
Saigon, hailed the "Pearl of the Far East", was home to streets and luxurious villas. Notwithstanding the flashy appearance, there were still corners where poverty and destitution prevailed. Below are some rare color photos of poor people's daily life in the 1960s taken by the American photographers Thomas W. Johnson and Eddie Adams.
Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang faces worsening river, canal erosion
The Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta province of Tien Giang is facing increasing erosion along rivers and canals, according to its Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.
Flooding kills five, causing losses in many localities
As of October 8 morning, torrential rains and floods killed five people, while causing losses in many localities.
Da Nang prosecuted 9 cases of Chinese nationals illegally entering the city
Da Nang police detected 133 Chinese nationals illegally entering the city and prosecuted 9 cases related, said Major General Vu Xuan Vien, Director of Da Nang Municipal Police.
Prominent Vietnamese journalist detained for anti-state propaganda
Hanoi police along with officers from the Ministry of Public Security arrested Pham Doan Trang, 42, on charges of spreading anti-state propaganda.
RoK Electronics Company to establish IT research and development center in Da Nang
LG Electronics Vietnam Hai Phong Co., Ltd has announced it will establish an information technology research and development center in Da Nang City.
Valuable photos of Hanoi Liberation Day in 1954
Thousands of local residents jammed Hanoi streets with flags and flowers on October 10, 1954 to welcome and congratulate brave Vietnamese soldiers for taking over the capital from French troops.
“Warm family” model in Tua Chua (Dien Bien province): supporting the poor, welcoming ex-prisoners back to community
Since its inception over the past 15 years, the “warm family” model in Tua Chua district, the northern mountainous province of Dien Bien, has proven effective in popularising guidelines of the Party, and policies and laws of the State among family members. It has also assisted poor households in production and poverty reduction, and helped those who committed wrongdoings reintegrate into the community.
VAVAPlus: Fundraising app to support AO/dioxin victims launched
The Vietnam Association for Victims of Agent Orange (AO)/dioxin (VAVA) on October 6 launched VAVAPlus - a fundraising app for victims of AO/dioxin.
