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Van Hien University welcomes 62-year-old freshman in 2025

Nguyen Thi Tu Hoang, 62, becomes a freshman in Chinese language studies, proving it’s never too late to pursue knowledge.

Unexpected windfall: Hanoi man receives Cuba donations by mistake

Pham Manh Ha was shocked to find thousands of dong deposited in his bank account, labeled “Donation for Cuba,” due to an account number mix-up.

Bench and concrete block ‘reserve’ car space in Hanoi apartment lot

Hanoi apartment residents upset after a bench and concrete block block a communal car space.

Monk severs own arm as offering to Buddha, remains intact after 46 years

The extraordinary life and spiritual path of monk Kiem - a renowned ascetic in Ha Tinh - has drawn reverence and awe.

Doctors remove large facial tumor from 96-year-old patient

Doctors at Quang Ninh General Hospital have successfully removed a massive facial tumor from a 96-year-old woman, restoring function and appearance in a complex, high-risk case.

Man 1.28m tall finds love and marriage after 700km journey

Nguyen Duc Minh, a man with a genetic condition that limits his height to 1.28 meters, traveled 700 kilometers in search of love - and found a lifelong partner in a kind-hearted woman who defied appearances and tradition.

Ninh Binh room found buried in trash after tenant vanishes

A former student left behind a staggering amount of waste, shocking the landlord and community.

Vietnamese grandma becomes online shopping sensation with daily deliveries

A video of an 80-year-old woman sitting in front of dozens of delivery packages while a cheerful shipper hands them over has delighted online viewers.

Bee sting ‘cure’ worsens cancer, leads to surgery for Vietnamese woman

A 42-year-old woman from Ho Chi Minh City developed severe complications after rejecting hospital care for breast cancer and using honeybee stings as an alternative treatment. Doctors now warn against such unproven methods.

Man with 1.7m hair turns heads and stirs envy online

After nearly nine years, Viet's hair has grown to an impressive 1.7 meters - nearly matching his height of 1.73 meters. The smooth, shiny locks, neatly braided, have become his personal signature.

A rare family match in Vietnam: My weds Linh - twice over

An extraordinary love story sees two families in southern Vietnam become doubly connected by marriage.

Over 1,000 shops in Tho Tang shut down over false inspection rumor

Business owners in Vinh Phuc’s Tho Tang Town reopened after a government delegation clarified no sweeping inspection was planned.

Mekong Delta woman’s unusual trade and a family’s heartbreaking tale

Having been years in a trade "not for the faint-hearted," a Dong Thap woman shares her unforgettable experiences.

Man wraps deceased mother in blankets and dumps body in alley

A young man in Ho Chi Minh City left his mother's body on the street after finding her dead at home. Police have launched an investigation.

Cane sticks go viral online with thousands sold for nostalgic purposes

Despite their “decorative” label, many customers are buying rattan canes for old-school discipline.

Hanoi family horrified after maid uses unwashed leaves, dirty rag water for tea

A female domestic helper in Long Bien District, Hanoi, has sparked outrage after being caught on camera squeezing dirty rag water into a pot of herbal perilla leaf tea prepared for her employer’s family.

Hanoi grandmother’s gate-climbing video captures enduring love

Millions watched as a 93-year-old woman tried to climb a gate to find her husband, a touching moment that transcended generations.

Grandmother, 90, goes viral for climbing over gate to sneak out

A 30-second video showing a 90-year-old woman in Yen Bai climbing over a gate with the help of a ladder to sneak out of her house has gone viral online, stirring both amusement and concern.

Crocodile spotted in Long An canal, local authorities issue warning

Residents have been advised to stay alert after a 1-meter-long crocodile was seen surfacing in Lo Duong Canal.

Bioluminescent red tide stuns visitors in Ha Long Bay

A rare natural spectacle unfolded as seawater near Hon Gai turned red and glowed blue under light touch.