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HCMC launches music and theater contest

The HCMC government has launched a music and theater contest in celebration of the 45th Reunification Day, April 30.

 

Chinese people work from home in HCM City

Some 1,069 Chinese people have returned to HCM City to work but they have been asked to work from home to prevent the possible spread of the Coronavirus.

HCM City targets completion of many transport projects in 2020

HCM City authorities are planning to complete or start key transport infrastructure projects this year in an aim to reduce traffic congestion and develop connections between the city and neighbouring provinces.

Locals, tourists receives free masks in HCM City

Around 100,000 surgical masks are being provided to tourists visiting HCM City between Sunday (February 2) and February 10, according to the city Department of Tourism.

Int’l, local rock bands to perform at music event in HCMC

A multi-day live music event will be held across several venues in HCMC from February 13 to 15, gathering renowned rock bands from Vietnam and abroad.

 

More pigeons living around Saigon's Notre-Dame Cathedral

Around 1,000 pigeons are living around Notre-Dame Cathedral of Saigon in HCM City, making the place apparently more attractive to visitors.

HCM City to crack down on Sai Gon River encroachments

The HCM City People’s Committee has instructed the Department of Construction to set up inspection teams to ensure there is no encroachment on the Sai Gon River’s banks.

Police raid fails to nab mass shooting suspect

A man who allegedly gunned down and killed four people in HCM City remains at large nearly 36 hours after police carried out a raid to hunt him down.

 

HCM City and Quang Ninh to representative Vietnam in AFC Cup

HCM City FC will play in Group F of the Asian Football Confederation Cup this season.

HCM City condo market faces challenges in 2020: experts

The condo market in HCM City is expected to face challenges this year, according to industry experts.

HCM City mulls public bicycle rental service in downtown

The HCM City Department of Transport has sought approval from the People’s Committee for a public bicycle rental service.

 

Four shot dead at illegal cockfight

Four men have been shot dead after an argument broke out at an illegal cockfight.

 

Hanoi outdoes HCMC on crime and safety indices

Hanoi does much better than HCMC on crime and safety perceptions, but corruption and bribery are seen as major problems in both cities.

Wild peach blossoms attract visitors during Lunar New Year

The streets of Dien Bien Phu city, Dien Bien province, are flooded with the pinkish hue of wild peach blossom. The flower has become one of Dien Bien most distinctive and attractive features.

Nguyen Van Binh Book Street in HCM City hosts vibrant Tet atmosphere

Located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Nguyen Van Binh Book Street is proving to be a popular destination among visitors ahead of the Tet Book Street festival 2020 which is scheduled to take place from January 22-28.

Five family members killed in a major fire in HCM City

Five members of the same family have died after a fire broke out in their HCM City home on Tuesday morning.

HCM City to implement e-Tax system from February 10

The HCM City Department of Taxation will implement the e-Tax system from February 10 to improve tax service quality in the city.

HCM City continues battling air pollution

HCM City has faced severe air pollution over the past week with a high index of PM2.5.

HCM City steps up food inspection to ensure safe Tet

The HCM City Food Safety Management Board inspected the Thu Duc agriculture wholesale market in HCM City for food safety early Saturday morning.