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22-year-old man cycles from HCMC to watch Hanoi National Day parade

22-year-old man cycles from HCMC to watch Hanoi National Day parade

Under the hot mid-August sun Hien Vinh, 22, grips his bicycle’s handlebars tightly and pedals hard up a slope in Thanh Hoa Province, determined to reach Hanoi before National Day.
Power cuts compound Hanoi’s record heatwave misery in high-rises

Power cuts compound Hanoi’s record heatwave misery in high-rises

Is it safe to run the air conditioner all day during summer heat?

Is it safe to run the air conditioner all day during summer heat?

Newly-opened hotels in Vietnam for summer holiday

Newly-opened hotels in Vietnam for summer holiday

Several luxury hotels recently opened in popular tourist destinations such as Hanoi, Hoi An and Da Nang to cater to growing demand of the summer holiday season.
June 14, 2025 | 02:00 am PT
Should you always close the doors when air conditioner is on?

Should you always close the doors when air conditioner is on?

While keeping doors shut helps air conditioners cool rooms more efficiently, experts warn that sealing spaces too tightly can lead to discomfort and health risks.
June 5, 2025 | 03:40 pm PT
Why you should leave the door slightly ajar when using the air conditioner

Why you should leave the door slightly ajar when using the air conditioner

“I usually keep the doors shut when using the air conditioner, but I have recently seen conflicting advice online – some suggest leaving the door ajar or even installing a ventilation fan,” reader Thanh Dong wrote.
June 4, 2025 | 12:23 am PT
Newly-opened Vietnam resorts offer summer retreats

Newly-opened Vietnam resorts offer summer retreats

Located in Vietnam's emerging tourist destinations, these four newly-opened resorts aim to bring tourists new experiences this summer, according to recommendations made by online booking travel agencies.
July 4, 2024 | 05:30 am PT
Mai Chau: an escape from Hanoi's scorching heat

Mai Chau: an escape from Hanoi's scorching heat

Escape the heat and discover Mai Chau, a valley 140 kilometers from Hanoi, known for its cool climate, cultural heritage, and diverse tourist experiences.
June 30, 2024 | 04:00 am PT
Vung Tau in summer: a sea of red blooms

Vung Tau in summer: a sea of red blooms

Since May, a display of flamboyant flowers has carpeted the road to Vung Tau Lighthouse, offering visitors a vibrant spectacle and panoramic city views.
June 1, 2024 | 11:31 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
Lang Co offers pristine beaches, seafood delicacies galore

Lang Co offers pristine beaches, seafood delicacies galore

Nestled between the Annamite Mountains and the Hai Van Pass, Lang Co Bay’s sandy dunes, crystal-clear waters and lush forests are the most beautiful in Central Vietnam.
September 2, 2023 | 04:00 pm PT
97 temperature records broken in Vietnam this summer

97 temperature records broken in Vietnam this summer

There have been 97 record-breaking high temperatures seen this summer across Vietnam, with the highest one 44.2 degrees Celsius in the central province of Nghe An.
July 27, 2023 | 05:34 am PT
Storm Talim intensifies en route to Ha Long Bay

Storm Talim intensifies en route to Ha Long Bay

Talim, the first storm to form over Vietnam's East Sea this year, is getting stronger on its way to the northern Quang Ninh Province, home to Ha Long Bay.
July 16, 2023 | 06:14 pm PT
Heat to subside in northern Vietnam

Heat to subside in northern Vietnam

The heat wave in northern Vietnam regions will recede starting Saturday due to widespread rain, with some areas seeing rainfall of up to 100 mm over 24 hours.
July 14, 2023 | 01:59 am PT
Vietnam farmers planting in the dark as heat wave looms

Vietnam farmers planting in the dark as heat wave looms

It's 3 a.m. and pitch black when rice farmer Tran Thi Lan heads into water-logged fields on the outskirts of Hanoi to begin planting, desperate to finish before the day's brutal heat arrives.
July 4, 2023 | 03:31 am PT
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