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Sticky rice soy sauce from an ancient village in Hanoi holds a century of flavor

In Duong Lam Ancient Village, a bowl of rich, amber-colored soy sauce is the soul of every meal - and it can last a year without spoiling.

Viral wedding of Vietnamese bride and Moroccan groom features opulent customs

A Vietnamese woman becomes the center of a grand cultural ceremony, complete with palanquin rides and golden chests of gifts.

'Happy homes’ handed over to displaced residents affected by floods

On late year afternoons in Central Vietnam, in hamlets that once deeply submerged, many newly completed houses known as “happy homes” were handed over just in time for Tet.

Hanoi’s century-long master plan sets bold vision for urban transformation

A 100-year blueprint for the capital envisions a strategic restructuring of the city, tackling long-standing issues while paving the way for sustainable development.

Cultural warning: The silent invasion of ao dai knockoffs

Cheap, mass-market “ao dai” with foreign features raise urgent questions about national identity and heritage preservation.

A $4 hotpot in a HCM City alley leaves Korean tourist in awe

Korean content creator Choi Jongrak found a delightful culinary surprise while wandering a tiny alley in HCM City -an iconic stingray hotpot priced at only $4 per pot.

Vietnam, EU mark turning point with comprehensive strategic partnership

Top Vietnamese leaders met with EU Council President Antonio Costa, affirming a historic upgrade in ties and outlining a bold, multi-sector cooperation roadmap.

Bac Ninh mother stuns as son returns after two years, hidden in plain sight

After over two years studying and working in Japan, Luong Van Dang (born 2003, from Bac Ninh) returned home on December 22, 2025 - but kept it a complete secret from his family.

Hanoi apartment prices pass $4,100/m² as mortgage rates climb

Housing demand holds strong at $160,000–$210,000, but rising mortgage rates are beginning to dampen buying sentiment.

Hanoi’s 100-year vision: Breaking free from congestion, floods, and smog

Hanoi’s recent moves haven’t yet resolved the deep-rooted difficulties of a city with nearly 9 million residents. But they mark something important: the city has begun confronting its toughest urban bottlenecks directly.

Vietnam’s diplomacy in 2025: Pivotal, persistent, pioneering

Diplomatic breakthroughs in 2025 show Vietnam stepping forward as a strategic, active contributor to international systems.

Bac Ninh to develop rapidly yet sustainably: Secretary

Secretary Nguyen Hong Thai continues to discuss the path for Bac Ninh to move fast in speed, solid in foundation, and sustainable in the long term, ensuring the capacity and conditions to become a centrally-run city before 2030.

When fear replaces force: how “online kidnapping” scams prey on Gen Z

"Online kidnapping" does not involve physical force but instead relies on psychological manipulation, forcing victims to self-isolate and follow remote instructions. Gen Z (those born between 1997 and 2012) is currently the most targeted victim.

Secret caregiver: the stories of a man who serves the needs of patients

For four years in the profession of caring for patients at hospitals and at home, a 57-year-old man has encountered many complicated situations. Yet, despite everything, he remains in love with and dedicated to his job.

British tourists amazed by $5.80 dessert platter in Saigon

A unique sidewalk dessert experience in Ho Chi Minh City left two British tourists in awe - not just for its flavors but for the sheer size of the serving and its surprisingly low price.

Why science and technology determine a nation’s rise

Resolution 57 has reset the priority order: shifting from management based on procedures to management based on goals and final results.

Chinese in-laws journey 5,000km to support injured bride in Vietnam

In a heartfelt journey across 5,000km, a Chinese couple embraces the woman their son chose - proving that love transcends both distance and disability.

Growth ambition, not illusion: VN's 10% GDP target marks a point of no return

Party chief To Lam has issued a stark warning: “If we miss the timing, or allow delays or mistakes at this pivotal stage, the price will be high - possibly costing the nation its opportunity and pushing us further behind in a fast-moving world.”

From dating app to Islamic wedding: A Hanoi woman’s journey to love

Their story began with a chance encounter on a dating app and grew into a love that overcame cultural and religious differences.

Who owns the curb? Vietnam’s parking disputes expose an urban policy vacuum

As cars flood Vietnam’s streets, parking in front of private homes has sparked outrage and conflict. Behind these tense standoffs lies a deeper urban governance challenge.