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Raising 9-spur cocks, Phu Tho man becomes VND billionaire

Wealthy Vietnamese do not hesitate to spend money and time to seek out nine-spur cocks for Tet gifts. These cocks are mentioned in the legend about Hung King choosing a son-in-law.

Ornamental plants change lives in many rural areas

In recent years, the ornamental plant industry in Vietnam has seen increased attention in applying advanced techniques and technologies to care for, nurture, and shape ornamental plants.

Hanoi plans to start construction of Thuong Cat bridge in October

Hanoi announced the selected design for its Thuong Cat bridge project on January 25, with construction planned to start on October 10.

Giving up dream salaries in foreign countries, young people return to VN

Many Vietnamese young people do not hesitate to give up high-income jobs in foreign countries and return to contribute their efforts to VN.

Traders in Yen So fish market make a living on freezing cold nights

While most people stay snug at home wrapped under warm blankets, many traders based at Yen So fish market in Hoang Mai district of Hanoi continue earning a living amid the chilly winter weather conditions which have recently gripped Hanoi.

Da Nang hosts 13th ASEAN Schools Games’ Chef de Mission Meeting

The Chef de Mission Meeting of the 13th ASEAN Schools Games was held in the central city of Da Nang on January 26.

Health official warns of risk of COVID-19 spread during Tet

The surge in travel demand during Tet (Lunar New Year) is a favourable condition for diseases to spread, including COVID-19, a health official of Ho Chi Minh City has said.

Foreign students enjoy Tet in Vietnam

Nha Trang University in the central province of Khanh Hoa has held a wide range of activities to help foreign students experience the Tet (Lunar New Year), the biggest festival of the year for Vietnamese people.

Zero-VND minimarts bring warm Tet to disadvantaged people

Some 15,000 disadvantaged households are expected to benefit from a programme called “Zero-VND minimart - Tet (Lunar New Year) 2024” being held in HCM City until January 27.

Tan Son Nhat airport busy welcoming Vietnamese expats returning home for Tet

Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City has been bustling in recent days as people await the return of their overseas Vietnamese relatives for the upcoming Lunar New Year, known locally as Tet.

The woman who inspires love for mother tongue among young Vietnamese in US

Teaching the Vietnamese language since 1995, Ngo Kim Viet always perceives that the value of the mother tongue needs to be maintained and passed down to younger generations of the Vietnamese origin.

Disciplinary measures proposed for Party secretary of Lam Dong

The Central Inspection Commission has recommended imposing disciplinary measures against Tran Duc Quan, secretary of the Party Committee of Lam Dong Province, and other leaders of the province.

Hanoians prepare offerings on 15th day of last lunar month

Many residents of the capital have been busy preparing offerings to their ancestors on the 15th day of the last lunar month, which falls on January 25 this year.

Elderly people and children hospitalised due to cold weather

Chilly weather conditions in Hanoi have caused the number of elderly people and children sent to hospital for respiratory illness increase.

Two foreign teachers walk 2,000km to raise money for disadvantaged children

The 2000-kilometre-walking-journey of two foreign teachers is not for recognition, but rather to raise awareness and support for charities working to end human trafficking and transform the lives of deprived children in Việt Nam.

Level-1 aviation security measures to be adopted during Tet

Director of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam Dinh Viet Thang has issued a directive, asking airports, air traffic service suppliers, airlines and aviation service providers to adopt Level-1 aviation security measures during the Lunar New Year.

Vietnam’s remarkable journey of voluntary blood donation

This is a journey of sharing love, compassion, and solidarity among millions of Vietnamese hearts, bringing life and happiness to countless families of patients.

Mekong Delta dried fish making villages busy ahead of Tết

To improve value, local authorities have strengthened oversight of the quality of dried fish and trade promotions, and helped producers get their products registered under the country’s “One Commune-One Product” (OCOP) programme.

“Xuan Que Huong” programme to feature diverse activities

“Xuan Que Huong” (Homeland Spring), the biggest cultural event for overseas Vietnamese (OVs) on the occasion of the Lunar New Year (Tet), will take place from February 1-2 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Costs for Hanoi's Metro No.2 project go up by over $652 million

In the proposal from Hà Nội’s authorities, the project will be put into operation by 2029 – 14 years later than the original deadline of 2015 – with two additional years for training, operation, and maintenance.