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The Air Here Can Kill, Welcome to the World’s Most Polluted Place

What Does “Most Polluted” Even Mean? It’s not like one place wins a forever trophy for being the worst, air quality rankings aren’t set in stone. Reports from groups like IQ Air track PM2.5 levels (fine particulate matter) over months or a year, comparing how often cities exceed safe limits…

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Vietnam’s military has been secretly planning for US invasion for 50 years, report says

Hanoi views the US as a ‘belligerent’ power, internal document reveals

The Independent UK

EU and Vietnam elevate ties to comprehensive strategic partnership

The EU and Vietnam have upgraded their relationship to a "comprehensive strategic partnership," aligning the EU with the US, China, and Russia in diplomatic status.

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Communist Party congress gets underway to chart Vietnam’s future amid crackdown on critics

To Lam expected to retain role as party chief and also seek state presidency

The Independent UK

From Lisbon to Uzbekistan: The micro-retirement destinations drawing Gen Z travellers

Micro-retirements are emerging as the new travel solution for cash-conscious Gen Zers and millennials who don’t want to wait until traditional retirement age to experience the world.

Euronews

London, Bali, Dubai: Why were these some of the world’s most popular destinations this year?

Euronews Travel looks at some of the most visited destinations in 2025, from London to Hanoi, offering a mix of culture, gastronomy and romance.

Euronews

Indians Can’t Believe How Cheap These Stress-Free Trips Are

Travel doesn’t always have to mean burning a hole in your pocket. For Indian travellers looking to explore the world without breaking the bank, there are several countries that combine affordable costs, easy visas, and great experiences. Whether you want mountains, beaches, or culture, these budget-friendly destinations let you travel…

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From mapping high-risk areas to building ‘sponge cities’: How Vietnam is adapting to climate extremes

Vietnam is rethinking how it copes with floods after a year of relentless storms has collapsed hillsides and turned streets into rivers

The Independent UK

Hegseth in Vietnam to strengthen defense ties and reassure a cautious partner

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has visited Vietnam to reaffirm a partnership focused on addressing the legacies of the Vietnam War

The Independent UK

Vietnam’s love affair with gas bikes is colliding with a new electric reality

Vietnam is racing to electrify its motorbike market, one of the largest in Southeast Asia with 77 million bikes on the road

The Independent UK

Ex-Celtic coach Harry Kewell appointed new manager of surprise club

Former Celtic coach Harry Kewell has been appointed as the new manager of Vietnamese side Hanoi FC.

The National (Scotland)

Lingering Typhoon Bualoi Inflicts Death, Flooding On Vietnam

Flooding from long-lasting Typhoon Bualoi devastated homes, infrastructure and farmland across swaths of Vietnam on Tuesday, with the death toll rising to 26 and dozens more missing.

International Business Times

Viking unveils new Mekong river cruise ship

Passengers can travel through Vietnam from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City or vice versa

The Independent UK

AP Exclusive: Russia, Vietnam using energy profits to avoid possible US sanctions for arms deals

Russia and Vietnam have developed a mechanism to conceal arms deal payments to avoid American and other Western sanctions, using profits from joint energy-sector ventures to pay for defense contracts, according to internal Vietnamese documents obtained by The Associated Press

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International Business Times

French Colonial Legacy Fades As Vietnam Fetes Independence

Crispy banh mi baguettes, grand colonial facades, and chattering Francophone schoolchildren are lingering reminders of the French presence that once dominated Vietnam.

International Business Times

Vietnam Marks 80th Independence Anniversary With Huge Parade

Under fluttering flags and in a fever of national pride, legions of lock-stepped Vietnamese patriots are due to march through Hanoi on Tuesday in celebrations marking 80 years since the declaration of independence.

The Independent UK

Photos show city balconies united under red flags for Vietnam's National Day

In Hanoi, Vietnam, balconies hold the city’s layers.

Al Jazeera

Vietnam’s planned petrol scooter ban for Hanoi raises fears for livelihoods

The government’s plans to bar petrol motorbikes from city centre next year have been widely greeted with scepticism.

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Typhoon Death Toll Rises In Vietnam As Downed Trees Hamper Rescuers

The death toll from Typhoon Kajiki rose to three in Vietnam on Tuesday, as rescue workers battled uprooted trees and downed power lines and widespread flooding brought chaos to the streets of the capital Hanoi.

Al Jazeera

Three killed after ‘absolutely terrifying’ Typhoon Kajiki lashes Vietnam

Ten others wounded, nearly 7,000 homes damaged after Kajiki batters Vietnam with fierce winds and torrential rains.

Kiplinger

Could This Southeast Asian Country Be the Best Place to Retire?

This country's vibrant cities, serene beaches and rich heritage make it a hot tourist destination. Its low living costs make it a great place to retire.

The Independent UK

Storm Wipha hits northern Vietnam with strong winds and heavy rain

Tropical Storm Wipha made landfall in northern Vietnam Tuesday, bringing heavy rain and strong winds that knocked out power in parts of Hung Yen Province

International Business Times

Hanoi Scooter Riders Baulk At Petrol-powered Bikes Ban

Vietnam's plan to bar gas-guzzling motorbikes from central Hanoi may clear the air of the smog-smothered capital, but riders fear paying a high toll for the capital's green transition.

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Vietnam’s Ban on Fossil-Fuel Motorcycles Is Suspect To Say the Least

Vietnam aims to ban fossil-fuel motorcycles in Hanoi city center by July 2026, but the plan to do so is shaky at best.

The Independent UK

Hanoi is set to change radically next year. Here’s how

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