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Growing concerns over free-roaming dogs at tourist sites in Vietnam
The situation becomes even more concerning when tourists interact with these canines, unaware of the potential health risks
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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.
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Don’t miss ‘bánh căn’ and ‘bánh xèo’ on your next trip to Vietnam’s Mui Ne
'Bánh căn' is usually sold in pairs, typically sold for VND3,000 (US$0.12) each while a piece of 'bánh xèo' normally costs less than VND10,000 ($0.4).
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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
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‘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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Vietnam’s Mekong Delta celebrates spring with ‘hat boi’ performances
The art form is so popular that it attracts people from all ages in the Mekong Delta
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My Khe beach in central Vietnam faces severe erosion, risk of disappearing
Several poplar and coconut trees along the beach have been hit by coastal erosion
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My Khe beach in central Vietnam faces severe erosion, risk of disappearing
Several poplar and coconut trees along the beach have been hit by coastal erosion

FedEx looks to expand presence in Vietnam, eyes future airport hubs
The company plans to enhance its facilities at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and Noi Bai International Airport while exploring opportunities at the upcoming Long Thanh and Gia Binh airports

Products overpriced at Vietnam airports
Air passengers are undoubtedly familiar with the high prices at airports in Vietnam

Vietnam central bank tells lenders to hold deposit rates, lower loan rates
Vietnam's central bank said on Wednesday it had told local commercial banks to keep deposit rates stable and seek to lower their lending rates to support economic growth

After trade dispute, Mexico officially bans the planting of GM corn
Mexico's lower house of Congress on Tuesday approved a constitutional reform to ban the planting of genetically modified (GM) corn, a move that could lead to more tension with the United States after the resolution of a trade dispute, analysts said

US millionaires experience Vietnam like true locals
The two guests requested that the trip be highly personalized, with safety being their top priority

S&P Global announces acquisition of 43.4% minority shareholding in Vietnam’s FiinRatings
The transaction is subject to Vietnamese government approvals

Ho Chi Minh City warns of early dengue outbreak as cases surge
During the first seven weeks of 2025, the city has recorded 3,431 cases of dengue fever

Indonesia's Merdeka Battery to build $1.8 billion nickel HPAL plant
Indonesian nickel company PT Merdeka Battery Materials said it has signed definitive agreements with strategic partners to build a $1.8 billion high-pressure acid leach plant to produce nickel materials used in EV batteries

Vietnam premier outlines key initiatives for ASEAN’s breakthrough growth
ASEAN now plays a vital role in regional and global integration, fostering dialogue and cooperation for sustainable development and peace