
The city by the river and the 'red line' of the Red River.
Hanoi is gradually realizing its dream of a "city by the river," but experts believe that all planning must adhere to "red lines" regarding safety and flood control.

Hanoi is gradually realizing its dream of a "city by the river," but experts believe that all planning must adhere to "red lines" regarding safety and flood control.

More than a month after the commencement of the renovation project for the Ho Chi Minh Museum at Ben Nha Rong, the construction site is bustling with activity, marking the beginning of a large-scale mega-project along the Saigon River.

Following the renovation and upgrading of National Highway 14E, the foundations of people's houses are now nearly 1,5 meters lower than the road surface, making travel difficult.

There will be 5 high-altitude fireworks displays and 11 low-altitude displays on the evening of July 2nd in Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Duong, Vung Tau, and Can Gio to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Saigon - Gia Dinh City being named after President Ho Chi Minh.

Once considered a boundary between urban areas, the Red River is now expected to become a new development axis, ushering in a century-long restructuring of Hanoi.

From July 1st, all residents of Ho Chi Minh City traveling on 134 bus routes throughout the city will not have to pay fares; passengers will verify their trip using their Citizen Identification Card (CCCD), bank card, or VneID.

Following the devastating damage to the An Luong embankment caused by storms, which left hundreds of households in a state of "alert," Da Nang City decided to invest 210 billion VND in constructing a new embankment.

People with disabilities and families receiving social welfare benefits in Thanh Nam ward (Ninh Binh) were given gifts and advised on relevant policies.

People with disabilities and families receiving social welfare benefits in Thanh Nam ward (Ninh Binh) were given gifts and advised on relevant policies.

The exhibition "Ho Vu - A Half-Century Perspective" showcases the more than 20-year creative journey of photographer Ho Vu, and also includes a photo auction to raise funds for scholarships for underprivileged students.

Giant kites of various shapes and sizes fill the skies over Quy Nhon (Gia Lai province), attracting crowds of people who come to admire them.

Nestled against the cliffs and at the foot of the sea in Quy Nhon Nam ward (Gia Lai province), Bai Xep fishing village offers a rare moment of peace and tranquility, isolated from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Press copyright is facing unprecedented pressure as AI and cross-border platforms increasingly exploit journalistic data.

The 13,5km route around West Lake is planned to be expanded with elevated bridges extending over the water, increasing traffic capacity while preserving the lake's area.

The progress of many contract packages at Long Thanh Airport is behind schedule, with contract package 4.8 becoming a bottleneck, affecting component projects 2 and 4.

The thematic exhibition "50 Years of Ho Chi Minh City in the Flow of Revolutionary Journalism" showcases valuable publications and journalistic artifacts, recreating historical milestones of Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City Chairman Nguyen Van Duoc stated that the city is steadfast in its goal of achieving a growth rate of 10% or higher – double-digit growth is a mandate and a responsibility to the people and the entire country.

Authorities have ordered the suspension of jet ski operations by four businesses in the Co To Special Economic Zone, Quang Ninh province, due to their failure to meet regulatory requirements.

With a portfolio of 257 projects totaling over 1,03 trillion VND, Dak Lak expects to create a boost in attracting investment after announcing the adjustment of the provincial planning.

Representatives of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Council proposed that the city build a memorial in Le Thi Rieng Park to express gratitude to the heroic martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the city.

A series of projects that Ho Chi Minh City residents have been waiting for, such as the renovation of the Ma Lang area, the Can Gio-Vung Tau sea bridge, and the waiving of bus fares, are expected to be approved by the City People's Council at its 3rd session.

It is expected that people in Ho Chi Minh City will be able to travel on 135 bus routes for free from July onwards; passengers will be required to verify their identity when using buses from October.

The final round of the 2026 Da Nang City Excellent Public Speaker and Propagandist Competition brought together 19 outstanding contestants, selected from 105 participants in the preliminary round across 9 competition clusters.

Once hotspots of urban disorder, eight central streets in Thai Nguyen are undergoing a transformation thanks to a unique sidewalk lane allocation plan that prioritizes pedestrians.

Large areas of agricultural land in Quang Ngai province have been "swallowed up" after more than a decade of erosion along the Tra Khuc riverbank.

The traditional Do Son buffalo fighting festival – a national intangible cultural heritage – has had its qualifying rounds restored in accordance with tradition and heritage documentation.

Ahead of the rainy and stormy season, the Quang Ninh Department of Agriculture and Environment has announced a list of 35 locations where fishing boats are permitted to anchor in Ha Long Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay.

Mui Tan ferry terminal (Quy Nhon ward) has officially opened, becoming a strategic "transit station" for Gia Lai, connecting the mainland with Cu Lao Xanh island.

Heavy rain and strong winds caused severe flooding on many roads in the Thao Dien area and at the foot of the Ba Son bridge (Ho Chi Minh City), with vehicles breaking down in the floodwaters.

VTC News online newspaper won the B prize and the Encouragement prize at the Dak Lak Provincial Journalism Awards 2025, with the series of articles "Stories from the Flood-Affected Area" winning the B prize.

According to the draft reorganization plan, Tay Ho ward in Hanoi will reduce the number of residential groups from 67 to 35.

After being closed for repairs, Lien Khuong Airport (Lam Dong province) has been proposed to reopen one week earlier than planned.
During the first five months of the year, the Lang Son Provincial Department of Health maintained good control over the disease situation at border gates, preventing infectious diseases from entering the country.

Vehicles from multiple directions converging on the Gate 11 intersection in Dong Nai caused National Highway 51 to become overloaded, and the Bien Hoa - Vung Tau expressway experienced a traffic jam stretching over 4km.

Located about 20km from the center of Hanoi, Bach Lien Lagoon in Tam Hung commune is currently in full bloom, attracting many people to admire its rare white color in mid-June.

Bryde's whales – the "giants" of the ocean – have recently been frequently appearing on the surface and hunting near the coast of Hon Kho Island in Quy Nhon Dong ward, Gia Lai province.

The Quy Nhon area (Gia Lai province) aims to transform itself into a green, smart, and attractive tourist city with a vibrant night-time economy.
At the "Peaceful Homeland" exhibition, people not only visit but also directly experience the procedures and learn how to identify high-tech fraud schemes.