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Hanoi students honoured at Asian International Children’s Film Festival

A film created by students from Viet Duc High School in Hanoi titled "The To-do list" has been recognised by winning the Outstanding Film Award at the 13th Asian International Children’s Film Festival in Japan.

Hanoi bans lorries and construction during Tet

Vu Van Vien, director of the Hanoi Department of Transport speaks about its plan to keep good transport flow for Hanoi during upcoming new year festivals.

Air quality worsens as thick haze descends on Hanoi

Residents in the capital city are showing their mounting concern about the poor quality of air that has hit the capital over the past few days.

Big real estate firms to join Hanoi’s old apartment building projects

Nineteen real estate companies have been selected for renovating and rebuilding 30 old apartment buildings in Hanoi.

Apartment supplies in Vietnam to drop by 25%

The number of apartments eligible for sale in HCMC and Hanoi is estimated to fall 25% this year, reaching 43,000 units, according to a report by property platform batdongsan.com.vn.

 

Hanoi residents advised to limit outdoor activities amid severe air pollution

As air pollution in the capital city of Hanoi has reached alarming levels over the past week, the Ministry of Health has issued scores of recommendations for residents to alleviate the effects of poor air quality on their health.

Celebrities enjoy participation in Vietnam International Beauty & Fashion Week

The first-ever Vietnam International Beauty & Fashion Week closed with an impressive performance in Hanoi on December 15, with plenty of celebrities taking part in the stylish event.

Hanoi set to play host to Homeland Spring 2020 program

The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and in collaboration with relevant agencies, is due to host the Homeland Spring 2020 program in Hanoi on January 18, 2020.

Traces of Red River civilization in Thang Long culture

The Red River has played a critical role in the historical and cultural life of Hanoi, Vietnam’s 1000-year-old capital. 

Hanoi pavements encroached as year-end shopping demand rises

Pavements are increasingly encroached upon in Hanoi during the final months of the year as shopping demand rises.

Central HCM City exceeds PM2.5 emissions limits

Transportation activities make up 99 percent of the total CO emissions of HCM City.

Village of photography

Memories are kept alive thanks to generations of photographers in Lai Xa Village, 15km west of Hanoi.

Air quality in the north continues to worsen

Air pollution continued to engulf Hanoi and some northern provinces on Friday morning, according to reports of independent air quality trackers.

French photographer tells stories of street tea in Hanoi

Vibrant Hanoi has charmed many foreigners with its various unexpected aspects, and Frenchman Joseph Gobin is just the latest example.

Renowned photographer showcases work of Vietnam

National Geographic photojournalist Catherine Karnow has spent 30 years capturing images of Vietnam, and her recent presentation at Metropole Hanoi shows the robust development of the country.

Nhat Tan flower village bustles for Lunar New Year

With just over a month to go to Lunar New Year, farmers in Nhat Tan village are busy taking care of their peach blossoms for the Tet holiday.

Hanoi leader gets shock at Saint Paul Hospital’s HIV testing scandal

Deputy Head of the Hanoi Party Committee’s Commission for Culture and Ideology Pham Thanh Hoc yesterday said that the case that medical workers of Saint Paul Hospital cut HIV and hepatitis B testing strips in half for trial is very serious.

 

Japan’s JEBO apologizes for misunderstanding Hanoi leader’s statement

The Japan Environment and Business Organization (JEBO) has yet to seek permission from the government of Hanoi to clean up a section of the To Lich River and has tendered an apology to the municipal chairman over the misunderstanding.

 

Hanoi to build ten pedestrian bridges

Hanoi plans to build ten more pedestrian bridges in crowded streets in the inner city in an attempt to reduce traffic congestion and ensure safety.