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HCM City holds grand Buddha procession for Vesak celebration

The traditional bathing of the Buddha and a long procession marked the start of Vesak 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City.

UN Day of Vesak 2025 opens in Ho Chi Minh City with global Buddhist unity

This morning (May 6), the United Nations Day of Vesak 2025 officially opened under the theme “Solidarity and tolerance for human dignity: Buddhist wisdom for world peace and sustainable development.”

Tay Thien Mandala Stupa: A sacred space for Vesak 2025 celebrations in Vietnam

A series of meaningful spiritual and cultural activities are underway at the Tay Thien Mandala Great Stupa (Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc) to celebrate the United Nations Day of Vesak 2025.

Vietnam Railways debuts VIP carriages on Hanoi - Hai Phong line

A new luxury travel experience rolls out with Indochine-inspired interiors, swivel seats, and an onboard bar.

Vietnam Buddhist Sangha leader welcomes global Vesak delegates

This year marks the 20th UN Day of Vesak Celebrations, with Vietnam having hosted the event four times.

Diverse Buddhist cultural activities celebrate UN Day of Vesak 2025 in HCM City

For the first time, information and models of 87 Buddhist national treasures currently preserved in museums, temples, and relic sites across the country are on display.

Authorities sound alarm on rising travel booking scams in Vietnam

Da Nang City Police have issued a warning about a rising wave of online scams disguised as official fanpages of 4- and 5-star hotels, targeting social media users planning trips and booking rooms online.

Vietnamese writing contest wraps up in Hungary

The contest, held in celebration of the 75th anniversary of Vietnam–Hungary diplomatic ties, aimed to strengthen connections between young overseas Vietnamese in Hungary and their cultural roots.

TV personalities fined for false nutrition ads in Vietnam

Two celebrities penalized for violating ad laws over health supplement Hiup 27.

Violence in schools and hospitals reflects deeper societal wounds

Attacks at a Phu Tho hospital and Nghe An school show rising aggression in places meant for care and learning.

Anchovy gold rush: How one village keeps Vietnam’s seafood exports alive

Steam rises over bamboo racks as local women in Tuy An keep pace with international demand for dried anchovies.

Digitising airport procedures with biometric technology at Noi Bai Airport

Vietjet passengers traveling on domestic flights departing from Terminal 1 at Noi Bai International Airport can now complete check-in, security screening, and boarding procedures using biometric authentication (eKYC) via the VNeID app.

Vietnam’s move to drop death penalty for 8 crimes marks legal reform milestone

Vietnam proposes to replace capital punishment with life sentences for certain non-violent crimes.

Nam Dinh hospital under fire for alleged payment-before-treatment policy

Nam Dinh hospital accused of demanding upfront payment before emergency care for 4-year-old.

Interpol Red Notice fugitive arrested in Vietnam’s Vinh Phuc province

South Korean national Kim JiWon, wanted for illegal online gambling, was residing illegally.

Buddhist photo exhibition stirs deep emotion and reflection during Vesak

Photographers highlight the beauty of Buddhist values and human dignity through compelling images.

Sacred heart relic of Thich Quang Duc open for public veneration from May 6

Vietnam Quoc Tu hosts the revered relic of the self-immolated Bodhisattva during Vesak 2025.

Vietnam indicts 1,529 in massive drug bust linked to air hostess scandal

Police in HCM City have indicted 1,529 suspects and dismantled more than 500 criminal branches as part of an expanded investigation into the high-profile case involving four female flight attendants caught smuggling drugs from France to Vietnam.

Vietnam courts reduce prison time for over 60,000 inmates in early 2025

Tens of thousands receive early release or sentence reductions for good behavior, amid broad judicial reforms.

Vietnam’s cultural legend Huu Ngoc dies at 107

Scholar, translator, and historian Huu Ngoc leaves behind a vast legacy of cultural work.