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Doctors warn of hidden dangers behind flower-eating trend

The trend of eating flowers, widely shared across social media, may offer a novel culinary experience. However, if not handled properly, these visually appealing dishes can pose serious health risks.

Rare oarfish over 4 meters long washes ashore in Vietnam

A giant oarfish, also known locally as a “dragon ribbon fish,” measuring more than 4 meters in length and weighing around 20kg, was recently found washed ashore in Tan Hai commune, Lam Dong province.

Over 2,000 join Hanoi run in response to Earth Hour 2026

More than 2,000 people joined a run in Hanoi on March 21 to promote energy efficiency and respond to Earth Hour 2026, as part of Vietnam’s national programme on economical and efficient energy use for 2019–2030.

Hanoi’s “new visual classroom” brings history alive

Right from the first days of warm spring, the spot has been pulling in big crowds of locals and tourists eager to dive into its star attraction: “Admiring imperial annotations – Preserving woodblock imprints".

Ho Chi Minh City detects over 84,500 traffic violations through camera system

Traffic police in Ho Chi Minh City have detected more than 84,500 traffic violations since the beginning of 2026 through a network of surveillance cameras combined with direct on-road monitoring.

From home-cooked meal, Cham woman builds ‘Malaysia Street’ in HCMC

From a simple headscarf and hospitable meals, a Cham woman laid the foundation for "Malaysia Street" in HCMC, a place that serves the Muslim community and attracts a large number of international tourists.

Top 10 Vietnamese Outstanding Young Faces of 2025 announced

The lists of Vietnamese Outstanding Young Faces and Promising Young Faces of 2025 have been officially unveiled.

International Francophonie Day celebrated in Hanoi

A ceremony marking the International Francophonie Day took place at Van Lake within Hanoi’s Temple of Literature complex on March 20 evening.

Ho Chi Minh City provides care for more than 1.5 million elderly residents

Ho Chi Minh City’s growing and rapidly ageing population is placing increasing pressure on improving quality of life and healthcare services for older residents.

A love that stayed after tragedy reshaped a young man’s life

A young woman in Hue chose love over fear, standing by her partner after a life-altering accident that changed everything.

Vietnam prepares for aged society in 2036 with ‘silver economy’ policies

Population aging is no longer seen as a social welfare burden, but as a potential new economic space. HCMC is positioning the development of a silver economy ecosystem as a strategy to maintain competitiveness and create new growth drivers.

Over 18,000 films pirated on high-traffic online platform

A platform known as “Ro phim” is committing serious copyright violations in Vietnam, recording more than 103.3 million visits and illegally distributing 18,077 film titles, according to experts.

When the “silver of the sea” fills fishermen’s nets

Coastal communities in Ha Tinh are thriving as boats return with heavy loads of herring, creating jobs and steady income.

Hoi An, Da Nang Int’l Airport named among world’s best

Hoi An has been named among “The 51 most beautiful places in the world” by British magazine Time Out, while Da Nang International Airport has, for the third consecutive year, secured a place in the world’s Top 100 airports by Skytrax.

Vietnam has potential for integrated urban development

Industry insiders said the country’s urbanisation processes are being reshaped, with focus shifting from simple expansion to integrated urban development linked by modern infrastructure and higher value creation.

Politburo resolution charts Hanoi’s development in a new era

Party General Secretary To Lam on March 17 signed Resolution No. 02-NQ/TW issued by the Politburo on building and developing Hanoi in the new era, setting out long-term strategic orientations and development targets for the capital.

VN advances people-centred policies to turn happiness into measurable outcomes

Vietnam climbed to the 46th place in the World Happiness Report 2025, its highest position since the ranking was introduced in 2012.

Noi Bai jumps to 71st in world’s top 100 airports: Skytrax

Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi has made an impressive leap to 71st place on the list of the world’s 100 best airports, as announced by Skytrax in its 2026 global airport rankings.

Young woman brings joy to elderly through free English classes

More than just lessons, a young woman from Phu Tho has spent seven years creating a space filled with joy and meaning for elderly learners in their 70s and 80s through free English classes in Hanoi.

ACV appoints acting chairman after arrest of Vu The Phiet

Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) has appointed Le Van Khien as acting chairman of its board of directors and legal representative, effective March 17, replacing Vu The Phiet following his arrest.