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Extreme heat expected in Hanoi over next 3 days

Hanoi's weather forecast for the next three days (June 17-19) predicts extremely hot conditions across the area, with potential thunderstorms in the evenings.

Hanoi fire: Four victims discovered in devastating house blaze

A tragic fire erupted on Dinh Cong Ha Street in Hanoi's Dinh Cong ward, Hoang Mai district, leading the Fire Prevention and Rescue Police force to uncover four bodies at the scene.

Hanoi: Thunderstorms topple trees, crush cars

Heavy rain and strong winds wreaked havoc in Hoang Mai district, Hanoi, causing numerous trees to fall and damaging several vehicles.

Hanoi woman is famous for her 'invisible mending' skills

Once an apprentice to her mother in law, who was a master of the art of doing invisible mending, Nguyen Thi Hong, 73, has become famous not only among Vietnamese but foreigners as well.

Hanoi considers limiting car access to Old Quarter

On June 13, Nguyen Ngoc Tuan, Chairman of the Hanoi People's Council, met with voters from Hoan Kiem District ahead of the 17th session of the 16th Hanoi People's Council.

Hanoi considers nine more social housing projects

The Hanoi Department of Planning and Architecture has proposed the development of nine more social housing projects with a total area of 669 hectares in several suburban districts.

Hanoi to hold dialogue with foreign invested businesses

The Hanoi People's Committee will organise a conference to open up a dialogue with foreign investment enterprises in August this year.

Hanoi authorities require urgent safety measures for student filmed being beaten

The young teenager, a student in Chuong My District, was beaten, stripped and filmed, with images posted on social media.

Hanoi requests police verification of alleged leaked literature exam questions

The Hanoi Department of Education and Training has requested the Hanoi Police Agency to verify recent information circulating on social media about leaked questions for the high-school entrance exam for the 2024-2025 school year.

Hanoi's rail line to start operating by early July

The Nhon - Hanoi Station pilot project is a crucial transportation project for the capital city that aims to reduce traffic congestion, improve public transport systems and contribute to environmental protection.

Ambitious policies to expand and complete Hanoi's urban railway network

The People's Committee of Hanoi has developed a detailed master plan with the goal of completing the urban railway network by 2035 and making it even longer by 2045.

Hanoi cracks down on illegal taxis and unauthorised bus stops

Signage indicating speed limits will be put up around bus stations to improve traffic flow and safety.

Hanoi's police clarify residence declaration regulations for foreigners

The Hanoi Department of Public Security on May 31 verified the information about procedures for foreigners leaving Vietnam.

Hanoi submits plan to build urban railway network by 2035

Hanoi plans to complete construction of 96.8 kilometers and fulfill preparations for investment in 301 kilometers of urban railways by 2030 with total investment of $14.6 billion. All railway projects are expected to be completed by 2035.

Hanoi attracts $1.12b in from foreign investment in five months

Hanoi attracted US$1.12 billion in foreign direct investment in the first five months of 2024.

Five people rescued from house fire in Hanoi

This is the latest in a series of fire in Hanoi, after an apartment fire in Trung Kinh claiming 14 lives on the night of May 24.

Hanoi to allocate funds for drone spraying of chemicals

Hà Nội plans to trial the use of drones to spray fertiliser and pesticides on the region’s rice fields.

Hanoi to host Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships

As many as 316 athletes from 14 Asian countries and territories will compete at the ninth Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships, scheduled for June 8-10 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Gymnastics Federation said on May 29.

Hanoi aims to complete nearly 100 kilometers of urban railways by 2030

Hanoi has set ambitious targets to complete 96.8 kilometers of urban railway by 2030 and extend the network to 550 kilometers by 2045.

Hybrid rollerblade dance show comes to Youth Theatre

A contemporary dance show with performers on inline roller skates will feature choreographer-dancer Xuan Le at the Vietnam Youth Theatre in Hanoi on June 4.