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Explore Dien Bien Phu Victory With 70 Artworks Throughout The Years
From May 3 to 9, the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory, the Department of Fine Arts, Photography and Exhibitions (Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism) organized an exhibition displaying 70 excellent works of painters and sculptors about Dien Bien Phu and wartime in Vietnam.
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Vietnam’s Weather Forecast (May 2): Cold Spell And Heavy Rain In Hanoi And The Northern Region
On May 2, Vietnam’s weather forecast is predicted to have moderate to heavy rain and cold spells hitting Hanoi and the Northern region.
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Expat Spotlight: Jake Norris & Sean Down - Walking Across Vietnam to Help Children in Need
What happens when a Aussie and Irishman walks across the country? They raise over $40,000USD for disadvantaged children in Vietnam.
Bill and Melinda Gates divorce stirs debate on men doing dishwashing in Vietnam
Bill Gates’ professed love for dish washing has sparked the debate among Vietnamese netizens after he ended his 27-year marriage. Several Vietnamese male netizens quipped that sharing housework does not seem to save a marriage.
Hanoi frontline hospital in Covid-19 fight put under lockdown
The National Hospital for Tropical Diseases in Dong Anh District has placed under lockdown after 2 medical workers, 8 patients who are receiving treatment and 4 of their family members tested positive with the novel coronavirus.
Ban Vuong festival of Dao ethnic group reenacted in Hanoi
Ban Vuong festival of the Dao ethnic community in the northern province of Ha Giang has been recreated in Hanoi.
Inside the Covid-19 blockaded village outskirts of Hanoi
The ongoing Covid-19 lockdown has exerted a great impact on the life of residents in Lo Giao village (Dong Anh district, Hanoi). The locals wish to return to normal lives as soon as possible.
Local business supports NGO in community development activities
The Korean non-governmental organization Good Neighbors International (GNI) in Vietnam has signed a cooperation agreement with Tam Dat Huu Co, an organic vegetables retailer, for community development activities in Vietnam.
Over 100 people in Hanoi fined for not wearing face masks during holiday
As many as 110 people, including foreigners, were fined VND 300 million ($13,800) for not wearing masks in Ha Noi’s Hoan Kiem district during the four-day holiday from April 29 to May 2, according to Bui Van Dang, deputy head of the district’s police department.
Da Nang asks for stopping receiving repatriation flights
Da Nang on Monday has requested the Prime Minister to stop receiving repatriation flights that bring Vietnamese citizens home following a suspected coronavirus case in the city.
Save the Children drawing contest to highlight dangers of climate change
Join the drawing contest "Red Alert - Earth can't wait" to highlight simple things we can all do to mitigate the impact of climate change
Ho Chi Minh city police hunt for Chinese escapees from quarantine facility
Relevant agencies are hunting for two Chinese citizens who managed to escape from a concentrated quarantine facility in Ho Chi Minh City’s Cu Chi district.
Bars, karaoke parlors in HCMC City ignore regulations on Covid-19 prevention and control
Many bars, karaoke parlors and discotheques asked to shut down in the southern city have ignored the rules and may face punishment
Hanoi closes sidewalk eateries, cafes amid Covid-19 threat
Starting 5 p.m., May 3, the city of Hanoi will suspend operation of streetside food and drink businesses, citing coronavirus fears
Da Nang, Bac Ninh to shut down bars, karaoke parlors over Covid-19 fears
Amidst the complicated development of Covid-19, bars, karaoke parlors and discotheques in Da Nang City and Bac Ninh Province have been required to halt operations starting May 3.
Inmates' speical meal on Reunification Day in prison
The special meal is an occasion for all inmates to feel a sense of home, share their inner feelings and celebrate the Reunification Day during their imprisonment.
Flag-raising ceremony held in Quang Tri to mark Reunification Day
A flag-hoisting ceremony was held at the Hien Luong-Ben Hai special national historical site in Quang Tri province to mark the 46th Reunification Day (April 30) and the 49th anniversary of provincial liberation (May 1).
Hanoi: All art and cultural performances cancelled to prevent COVID-19
All art performances to celebrate the 46th anniversary of southern liberation and May Day will be cancelled as Vietnam documented more cases of COVID-19 over the past days.
HCMC closes karaoke parlors, bars, discotheques over Covid-19 concerns
All 500 karaoke parlors, 180 bars, and discotheques in Ho Chi Minh City must close starting 6 p.m April 30 as part of efforts to stem the Covid-19 spread.
In Photos: Hanoi’s streets turns vibrant to celebrate National Reunification Day
Hanoi’s streets have been radiantly bedecked with the national flags to celebrate the 46th anniversary of Reunification Day (30/4/1975 - 30/4/2021).
Hanoi shuts down bars, karaoke parlors starting April 30 over Covid-19 fears
Hanoi requested the closure of bars, karaoke parlors, and dance clubs starting 0:00 April 30 after three community transmissions were detected in the city.
Nutrition program launched to support pediatric patients with cancer
The program will provide 2,700 cans of nutrient milk along with weekly Funny Class for pediatric cancer patients and monthly health education sessions for parents and caregivers at Vietnam National Children’s Hospital (VNCH) to improve the nutritional care for these patients.
Vietnam’s localities scrap crowded events over Covid-19 fears
Amid the high risk of a fresh Covid-19 outbreak as the pandemic is worsening in neighboring countries, many localities across Vietnam have canceled festivals and crowded events to prevent the epidemic.
