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Da Nang angler lands 63kg king mackerel after intense hour-long battle

An unforgettable day on Son Tra peninsula as a veteran fisherman hooks a rare giant mackerel and hauls it home after a grueling mountain trek.

From 2am with love: Da Nang’s rice cake village races to meet Tet orders

In the quiet darkness of An Lac village in Da Nang, the rhythmic “loc coc” of wooden molds begins at 2am - signaling not just the start of a workday, but the spirit of Tet drawing near.

Da Nang intensifies surveillance of travelers from India amid Nipah threat

As the virus gains attention across Asia, Da Nang's health officials push for swift and coordinated measures to guard the city from potential infections.

The unusual Tet job that pays millions: Walking backward to catch sea snails

In Da Nang, the unusual job of catching sea snails - by walking backward - peaks just before Tet, offering high earnings and high risks.

Vietnam’s Tet scallion capital enters bustling harvest season

In Thang Binh, Da Nang, scallions are being harvested in full swing, with prices stable and demand strong as Tet approaches.

Da Nang’s $137 million Lien Chieu Port project to be completed before Tet

With just days to go before Tet, Da Nang’s Lien Chieu Port infrastructure project has reached 97% completion and is expected to be finished ahead of the 2026 Lunar New Year, according to project officials.

Life in frames: Da Nang tourism photo contest spotlights everyday beauty

A photo contest in Da Nang has invited journalists, photographers, travelers, and local residents to share real-life stories and memorable moments from the places they’ve explored across the city.

Tourist covers body with bananas to ‘tease’ monkeys in Son Tra

A foreign tourist in Son Tra wrapped bananas around his body to tease wild monkeys, drawing intervention and public criticism.

The fire never sleeps: A Da Nang village keeps its Tet tradition alive

In the heart of Da Nang, generations of artisans rise before dawn to keep a centuries-old craft alive, one sesame cracker at a time.

Former chief judge of High-level People’s Court in Da Nang faces legal action

Nguyen Van Buong, former senior judge and former Chief Judge of the High-level People’s Court in Da Nang, faces the charge of "accepting bribe" under Point a, Clause 4, Article 354 of the Penal Code.

Da Nang builds halal-friendly destination to tap into fast-growing market

As the global Halal tourism market continues to expand rapidly, Da Nang is well positioned to tap this high-potential segment by building a friendly, inclusive and internationally compliant destination for Muslim travellers.

Da Nang sets sights on global top 50 smart cities by 2029

With science and innovation as core growth drivers, Da Nang aims to rank among the world’s top 50 smart cities within three years.

Da Nang approves plan key infrastructure developers at FTZ

The Da Nang FTZ is expected to contribute 17.9% to the city’s gross regional domestic product and create 127,000 jobs by 2040, with total investment needs estimated at 40 trillion VND (1.6 billion USD).

Da Nang announces theme of signature international fireworks festival

The Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2026 will take place from May 30 to July 11 under the theme of “Da Nang – United Horizons”, announced its organising committee on January 7.

Hundreds of villas left idle as inspectorate flags major infractions in Da Nang

A sprawling urban development project in northwest Da Nang, once valued at over VND 4,400 billion, is now a ghost town of unfinished villas and overgrown lots.

Annual New Year festival shines in Da Nang

The Da Nang New Year Festival 2026, an annual city-level cultural and tourism event, officially is underway in the central economic hub, offering a wide range of artistic and entertainment activities for residents and visitors.

Early loudspeakers divide Vietnamese neighborhoods: Culture or nuisance?

From Bac Ninh to Da Nang, dawn loudspeaker broadcasts are sparking fierce debate as residents demand peace and officials weigh the line between tradition and disturbance.

Da Nang police bust bribery ring linked to $2.6 billion money laundering case

Da Nang police have arrested five suspects accused of offering bribes and brokering payoffs in connection with a major money laundering case worth 67,000 billion VND.

Da Nang wins dual honors at Vietnam Smart City Awards 2025

Da Nang has won the Vietnam Smart City Award 2025 and was also named the “Most Livable City,” a category determined entirely by public vote.

Vietnam unveils administrative boundaries for international financial centers

The government defines specific locations in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang to host Vietnam’s two premier financial hubs.