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HCMC's expat hub Thao Dien flooded after heavy rain

HCMC's expat hub Thao Dien flooded after heavy rain

Several streets, alleys, and homes in Thao Dien Ward, home to the largest expat community in HCMC, and other neighborhoods were inundated with waist-high water following a heavy rainstorm on Tuesday afternoon.
HCMC eateries offer pay-it-forward meals for those in need

HCMC eateries offer pay-it-forward meals for those in need

Stuck in limbo: Uncertain future of a slum in the heart of Saigon

Stuck in limbo: Uncertain future of a slum in the heart of Saigon

House dismantling, land clearance underway for road expansion near HCMC airport

House dismantling, land clearance underway for road expansion near HCMC airport

People have been dismantling houses on HCMC's Hoang Hoa Tham Street to make room for a road expansion project serving Tan Son Nhat Airport.
February 27, 2024 | 02:19 am PT
Community of Chinese descent parade for spring festival in HCMC

Community of Chinese descent parade for spring festival in HCMC

Around 500 people dressed up for a parade around the streets of HCMC's Chinatown on Thursday in celebration of the Lantern Festival.
February 22, 2024 | 11:14 pm PT
Roundabout near Tan Son Nhat airport to be removed

Roundabout near Tan Son Nhat airport to be removed

A roundabout at an avenue leading towards HCMC's Tan Son Nhat Airport will be removed next month for signal light system to be adjusted.
February 23, 2024 | 02:49 am PT
New Zealand man in HCMC accused of molesting friend's daughter

New Zealand man in HCMC accused of molesting friend's daughter

A New Zealander in HCMC has been accused of molesting a 9-year-old girl who is his friend's daughter.
February 22, 2024 | 02:30 am PT
Traffic lights near HCMC airport proposed for replacement

Traffic lights near HCMC airport proposed for replacement

The traffic light system at 16 intersections near HCMC's Tan Son Nhat Airport may be replaced and connected with an operation center, at a cost of VND14.5 billion (US$590,000).
February 20, 2024 | 05:05 pm PT
Severe congestion on Saigon Bridge after container truck collision

Severe congestion on Saigon Bridge after container truck collision

A container truck rammed into a barrier on the Saigon Bridge on Monday, resulting in congestion for over 2 km.
February 18, 2024 | 11:40 pm PT
Long, intense heat wave to cook southern Vietnam

Long, intense heat wave to cook southern Vietnam

Due to El Nino, Ho Chi Minh City and other localities in southern Vietnam will experience longer, more intense heat waves this year than in 2023, experts predict.
February 17, 2024 | 06:00 pm PT
Aftermath of HCMC house blaze that killed four

Aftermath of HCMC house blaze that killed four

A downtown Ho Chi Minh City house fire killed four people on Saturday, damaging a neighboring home to the point of collapse, as well as causing other problems nearby.
February 17, 2024 | 01:58 am PT
Work begins on HCMC's $61M air traffic control center

Work begins on HCMC's $61M air traffic control center

Construction began on an air traffic control center in Ho Chi Minh City on Thursday to replace a dilapidated facility at the city's international airport Tan Son Nhat.
February 15, 2024 | 04:47 pm PT
HCMC girl loses hand to firework

HCMC girl loses hand to firework

A girl in HCMC lost her left hand after picking up a firework shell in the yard and it exploded in her hand.
February 14, 2024 | 11:25 pm PT
Companies operational through Tet amid high demand

Companies operational through Tet amid high demand

Businesses in Ho Chi Minh City and Binh Duong are paying extra to keep thousands of employees working through Tet due to urgent orders.
February 11, 2024 | 03:22 pm PT
Where to watch Tet fireworks in Saigon

Where to watch Tet fireworks in Saigon

Ho Chi Minh City has 11 locations with fireworks shows for Lunar New Year's Eve that will run for 15 minutes starting at 12 a.m. Saturday, and people can enjoy the shows from public places, cafes, or restaurants.
February 9, 2024 | 12:18 am PT
HCMC's metro trains to run on trial basis throughout Tet

HCMC's metro trains to run on trial basis throughout Tet

All the 17 trains of metro line No. 1, Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien, in Ho Chi Minh City will continuously run on a trial basis during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, said the city's Management Authority for Urban Railways (MAUR).
February 8, 2024 | 11:00 pm PT
Park along Saigon River taking shape

Park along Saigon River taking shape

Many items such as a love bridge and a water fountain at a park in Thu Thiem area along the Saigon River have been completed to serve Tet visitors.
February 8, 2024 | 05:00 pm PT
Less congestion at HCMC airport as Tet nears

Less congestion at HCMC airport as Tet nears

While the number of visitors to HCMC’s Tan Son Nhat Airport remains high at around 130,000 each day, congestion has been lessened thanks to fewer flight delays.
February 6, 2024 | 11:58 pm PT
HCMC police bust drug manufacturing gang

HCMC police bust drug manufacturing gang

Hundreds of police officers raided a drug lab in HCMC Tuesday and arrested 16 people for allegedly making dozens of kilograms of narcotics.
February 6, 2024 | 07:23 pm PT
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