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People in Ho Chi Minh City breathe new life into hand-me-downs
This initiative, allowing people to swap their clothes for plants, attracted participants of all ages
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Excitement fills 10th Japan Vietnam Festival in Ho Chi Minh City
Since its debut in 2013, the Japan Vietnam Festival has grown into the largest exchange event between the two countries in Vietnam
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How we cook a Vietnamese dinner for 2 with ~$5
The whole meal, which consists of 'gà kho' (braised chicken), 'canh gà lá giang' (chicken soup cooked with sour soup creeper), and fresh vegetables, costs around VND120,000 (US$5) with ingredients bought from Lac Quang Market in District 12, Ho Chi Minh City.
3 weeks ago
Nude women found offering erotic massage at Ho Chi Minh City parlors
These massage parlors in Ho Chi Minh City offer “happy ending” services for $13-65 per guest
5 years ago
Daily meal recommendation: 'Thịt kho trứng cút' or pork belly braised with quail eggs
'Thịt kho trứng cút' is a familiar favorite in Vietnamese daily meals, cherished for its rich, caramelized flavors and comforting appeal.
2 weeks ago
‘Taste of Australia’ gala dinner held in Ho Chi Minh City after 2-year hiatus
Taste of Australia Gala Reception has returned to the Park Hyatt Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City's District 1 after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic
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Hanoi to spend $705,000 demolishing iconic ‘Shark Jaw’ building for public square expansion
Ham Ca Map Building, built in 1990, houses cafés, restaurants, and shops at a strategic location facing Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Cau Go Street
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Hanoi to spend $705,000 demolishing iconic ‘Shark Jaw’ building for public square expansion
Ham Ca Map Building, built in 1990, houses cafés, restaurants, and shops at a strategic location facing Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Cau Go Street

Cold front sweeps across northern, central Vietnam, brings rain, strong winds
The lowest temperatures during this cold spell are forecast to range from 13 to 16 degrees Celsius

7 dead after Honduras plane crashes into the water after takeoff
The passengers included a U.S. national, a French national and two minors

Eight countries could run out of HIV treatments due to USAID cuts, WHO says
The global health agency said that Haiti, Kenya, Lesotho, South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Mali, Nigeria and Ukraine could exhaust their supply of HIV treatments in the coming months

Volkswagen's Audi to cut 7,500 jobs in administration, development by 2029
The planned measures should save the carmaker 1 billion euros ($1.1 billion) per year in the medium term

Textile factory in Hanoi ordered to relocate after pollution complaints
Many residents of high-rise buildings in Hanoi had previously complained about the smoke emissions from the textile factory

The subway is the new cool Japan’s ODA supporting growth in Southeast Asia
Metro line No. 1, which has been so wholeheartedly welcomed by the city’s residents, was constructed using Japan’s Official Development Assistance

UK committed to deepening healthcare partnerships with Vietnam
The UK stands ready to share its expertise in medical innovation, digital health, and workforce development

Vietnam set to open semiconductor plant in Ho Chi Minh City this year
The facility will be located near the Vietnam National University-Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnamese firms find it hard to export eggs to US amid latter’s shortage
The businesses boast a plentiful supply of fresh eggs