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Indian man crosses 4,000km to marry Vietnamese woman he met online

Overcoming cultural and geographical barriers, an Indian man and a Vietnamese woman from Ninh Binh have built a joyful marriage after years of long-distance love.

Hanoi’s crime lords of the 90s: A tale of power, profit, and prison

This deep dive into Hanoi’s notorious underworld reveals how two gang leaders controlled markets and manipulated justice.

Vietnam's population at crossroads: Act now or shrink later

With fertility rates dropping, Vietnam is rolling out pro-natalist strategies to protect its future workforce and economic stability.

Vietnamese cake artist takes traditional culture to international stage

Nguyen Huu Thien An, a 26-year-old pastry chef from Ho Chi Minh City, has transformed Vietnam’s cultural legacy into stunning fondant creations, winning prestigious awards across Asia.

Vietnam’s religious diversity: 17 faiths granted legal status

Vietnam recognizes 17 religions, some of which remain unfamiliar to the general public, while others shape the nation’s cultural and spiritual life.

Nam Cam’s criminal empire: From gangster apprentice to death row

The notorious life of Nam Cam, Vietnam’s most feared crime boss, ended in 2004, but his rise and fall continues to fascinate and terrify.

Vietnam’s rarest child inspires a nation with her smile

A rare genetic disorder transforms one Vietnamese family's life and inspires many.

Da Nang man lights grave lamps through storms to serve the departed

He keeps lamps burning 24/7, believing they warm the spirits beneath each grave.

Strategic foundation laid for building "mega-city" in southern Vietnam

The merger of Ho Chi Minh City with the neighbouring provinces of Binh Duong and Ba Ria-Vung Tau marks not just an expansion of administrative management, but a historic turning point in Vietnam’s urban development.

Young durian cutter turns skill into year-round career

At just 26 years old, Nguyen Trong Tan is the lead cutter on his team. His precise judgment in harvesting durians has spared his crew from costly mistakes.

HCM City to relocate 40,000 canal-side households by 2030

As part of its broader urban redevelopment strategy, HCM City is working to relocate nearly 40,000 households living on and along canals by 2030, with almost 3,000 already resettled as of mid-July 2025.

Vietnamese doctors save premature Laotian baby after 100km emergency journey

The baby, born at 35 weeks, was in critical condition until Vietnamese doctors intervened.

Vietnam pushes to expand expressway network to 3,000km by year-end

The Ministry of Construction aims to add 890km of expressways in 2025, completing 3,000km nationwide.

AI-powered cameras poised to replace police on streets by Dec.18

Hundreds of AI-powered cameras with advanced traffic management and enforcement capabilities are being deployed across Hanoi, aiming to replace traffic police on the streets by December 18.

Hanoi gears up for 2025 international craft village festival

The Hanoi People’s Committee plans to launch a series of activities for the 2025 international festival on craft village preservation and development, scheduled to take place from September to November.

The high-flying art of durian harvesting in Vietnam

In Vietnam, durian harvesters rely on sound and timing to select perfect fruits, earning up to millions of dong daily during the peak season.

Centuries-old clay tile craft thrives in Vietnam's Lung Ri

The Nung community turns soil into sustainable income with traditional roofing tiles.

Vietnam’s forgotten spiritual treasures: Relics of Buddha revealed

Despite their profound spiritual value, relics of the Buddha found in Vietnam remain little known.

Vietnam’s bakers take top honors at 2025 “Battle of The Pastry & Bakery”

Vietnamese chefs have secured the highest title at the 2025 Battle of The Pastry & Bakery competition, marking a milestone for the country's bakery industry on the global culinary map.

Flights resume at Van Don and Cat Bi airports after storm delay

After a temporary closure due to Storm No. 3, the two international airports have reopened for aircraft operations as of noon on July 22.