Giant Christmas tree made from 3,000 conical hats draws crowds

Giant Christmas tree made from 3,000 conical hats draws crowds

VOV.VN - Ha Phat Church in the southern province of Dong Nai has become a popular check-in destination in recent days, attracting large crowds eager to admire a 35-metre-tall Christmas tree crafted from 3,000 nón lá (traditional Vietnamese conical hats).

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Running red lights, lane violations become rare after AI cameras go live in Hanoi
Running red lights, lane violations become rare after AI cameras go live in Hanoi

VOV.VN - With nearly 2,000 AI-powered cameras now operating across Hanoi to monitor traffic and issue automated fines, compliance with road rules has improved markedly, making red-light running and lane violations an increasingly rare sight in recent days.

Running red lights, lane violations become rare after AI cameras go live in Hanoi
Christmas cheer spreads across Ho Chi Minh City ahead of holiday season
Christmas cheer spreads across Ho Chi Minh City ahead of holiday season

VOV.VN - With just over a week to go until Christmas, many areas across Ho Chi Minh City have been lavishly decorated, attracting large numbers of locals and visitors for sightseeing and photos.

Christmas cheer spreads across Ho Chi Minh City ahead of holiday season
Green, smart design of Noi Bai Airport’s expanded Terminal T2
Green, smart design of Noi Bai Airport’s expanded Terminal T2

VOV.VN - The expanded Terminal T2 at Noi Bai International Airport is expected to begin operations on Dec. 19, following 18 months of construction, that helps to increase the terminal’s annual capacity from 10 million to 15 million passengers and ease pressure on the airport’s existing infrastructure.

Green, smart design of Noi Bai Airport’s expanded Terminal T2
Indigo hues and Mong brocade light up Hanoi
Indigo hues and Mong brocade light up Hanoi

VOV.VN - From intricate beeswax patterns to the echoing sound of the khen flute, the Mong Cultural Festival at Ho Van-Van Mieu in Hanoi creates a vivid space featuring traditional crafts, costumes and the rich spiritual life of Mong community from across the country.

Indigo hues and Mong brocade light up Hanoi
Hue International Tea Festival 2025 concludes a memorable journey
Hue International Tea Festival 2025 concludes a memorable journey

VOV.VN - The closing ceremony of the Hue International Tea Festival 2025 was held at Truong Sanh Palace inside the Hue Imperial Citadel on the evening of December 12, bringing to an end three days of continuous activities of the first international tea festival ever hosted in the former imperial capital.

Hue International Tea Festival 2025 concludes a memorable journey
Miss Charm 2025 presents national costumes from around the world
Miss Charm 2025 presents national costumes from around the world

VOV.VN - A national costume event for Miss Charm 2025 took place in Ho Chi Minh City on December 11, featuring representatives from 36 countries and territories wearing a colorful array of outfits that highlight distinctive cultural beauty, most inspired by traditional attire.

Miss Charm 2025 presents national costumes from around the world
Historic tram carriage offers glimpse of city life in the past
Historic tram carriage offers glimpse of city life in the past

VOV.VN - The replica tram car, called “Tuyến tàu điện số 6” (Tram Line No. 6), which evokes memories of Hanoi’s subsidized tram era, is on display in Ngu Xa Ward, creating an interesting check-in destination for both locals and tourists.

Historic tram carriage offers glimpse of city life in the past
Foreign beauties dazzle in Ao Dai during Miss Cosmo fashion show
Foreign beauties dazzle in Ao Dai during Miss Cosmo fashion show

VOV.VN - More than 70 foreign beauties impressed the media while modeling Ao Dai in the second season of the Best of Vietnam Fashion Show, part of the Miss Cosmo 2025 beauty pageant, held in Ho Chi Minh City on December 11.

Foreign beauties dazzle in Ao Dai during Miss Cosmo fashion show
Hanoi malls dazzle with festive Christmas decorations
Hanoi malls dazzle with festive Christmas decorations

VOV.VN - As Christmas 2025 approaches, many shopping centers in Hanoi are adorned with vibrant lights and elaborate decorations, welcoming visitors to the year’s biggest holiday season.

Hanoi malls dazzle with festive Christmas decorations
Hanoi to bring 1,837 AI-powered cameras online as traffic violations persist
Hanoi to bring 1,837 AI-powered cameras online as traffic violations persist

VOV.VN - Hanoi is set to bring into operation a network of 1,837 AI-enabled cameras and smart traffic signals to strengthen monitoring and traffic management. While most road users comply with regulations, violations remain visible, including running red lights, lane encroachment, riding without helmets, mounting pavements, and illegal stopping or parking.

Hanoi to bring 1,837 AI-powered cameras online as traffic violations persist
Vibrant blooms take centre stage at Sa Dec flower festival
Vibrant blooms take centre stage at Sa Dec flower festival

VOV.VN - Sa Dec village in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap is gearing up for the third edition of flower and ornamental plant festival which is scheduled to take place from December 27, 2025 to January 4, 2026, featuring nearly 40 cultural and tourism activities.

Vibrant blooms take centre stage at Sa Dec flower festival
Exhibition presents 260 items tracing Ho Chi Minh’s footsteps in Russia
Exhibition presents 260 items tracing Ho Chi Minh’s footsteps in Russia

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh Museum officially opened the thematic exhibition “Ho Chi Minh’s footsteps in the homeland of the October Revolution” on December 8, featuring 260 documents, images, and artifacts about President Ho Chi Minh’s journey in Russia, marking the 75th anniversary of Vietnam-Russia diplomatic ties.

Exhibition presents 260 items tracing Ho Chi Minh’s footsteps in Russia
Revival of Nguyen-era marriage rites captivates Hanoi residents and visitors
Revival of Nguyen-era marriage rites captivates Hanoi residents and visitors

VOV.VN - Hundreds in traditional Vietnamese attire paraded around Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake on December 7, reenacting an old-style wedding ceremony once common in the capital.

Revival of Nguyen-era marriage rites captivates Hanoi residents and visitors
Vitality on Dong Van Karst Plateau – a UNESCO Global Geopark
Vitality on Dong Van Karst Plateau – a UNESCO Global Geopark

VOV.VN - Covering more than 2,300 square kilometres in northern Vietnam, the Dong Van Karst Plateau, recognised as a UNESCO Global Geopark in 2010, is known for its dramatic limestone mountain landscapes and geological formations dating back hundreds of millions of years.

Vitality on Dong Van Karst Plateau – a UNESCO Global Geopark
Exploring pagoda housing Vietnam's largest jade Amitābha Buddha
Exploring pagoda housing Vietnam's largest jade Amitābha Buddha

VOV.VN - Located in Dong Thinh commune, Ninh Binh province, Binh A Pagoda is known for housing Vietnam’s largest natural jade green statue of Amitābha Buddha, making it a striking cultural and religious attraction for both locals and visitors.

Exploring pagoda housing Vietnam's largest jade Amitābha Buddha
Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City lights up for Christmas 2025
Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City lights up for Christmas 2025

VOV.VN - A display of colorful lights and decorations has been installed at Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City ahead of the Christmas season, creating a lively atmosphere in the heart of the city.

Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City lights up for Christmas 2025
Miss Charm’ foreign beauties explore Vietnamese culture in Mekong Delta
Miss Charm’ foreign beauties explore Vietnamese culture in Mekong Delta

VOV.VN - Thirty-six contestants of the Miss Charm 2025 pageant explored the Mekong Delta region, taking part in activities such as fishing, making pancakes, cycling, and crossing "monkey" bridges to experience the local culture.

Miss Charm’ foreign beauties explore Vietnamese culture in Mekong Delta
More than 70 Miss Cosmo 2025 contestants model at Ngo Mon Square in Hue
More than 70 Miss Cosmo 2025 contestants model at Ngo Mon Square in Hue

VOV.VN -The Hello Cosmo From Vietnam Season 2 fashion show took place in a distinctive heritage setting, officially opening the Miss Cosmo 2025 journey on the afternoon of December 2, at Ngo Mon Square in the Hue Imperial Citadel, gathering over 70 international contestants along with numerous celebrity guests.

More than 70 Miss Cosmo 2025 contestants model at Ngo Mon Square in Hue
Snapshots from Party General Secretary To Lam’s State visit to Laos
Snapshots from Party General Secretary To Lam’s State visit to Laos

VOV.VN - A high-ranking Vietnamese delegation led by Party General Secretary To Lam has paid a State visit to Laos on December 1-2 to attend the 50th anniversary of Laos’ National Day and co-chair a high-level meeting between the Communist Party of Vietnam and the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party.

Snapshots from Party General Secretary To Lam’s State visit to Laos
Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s Vietnam visit in the spotlight
Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s Vietnam visit in the spotlight

VOV.VN - Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has paid a State visit to Vietnam from November 30 to December 2 at the invitation of President Luong Cuong.

Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s Vietnam visit in the spotlight
Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah warmly welcomed in Hanoi on State visit to Vietnam
Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah warmly welcomed in Hanoi on State visit to Vietnam

VOV.VN - President Luong Cuong on December 1 hosted a welcoming ceremony for Brunei’s Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah who arrived in Hanoi on November 30 for a three-day State visit to Vietnam.

Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah warmly welcomed in Hanoi on State visit to Vietnam
Long Thanh International Airport taking shape in Southern Vietnam
Long Thanh International Airport taking shape in Southern Vietnam

VOV.VN - Phase 1 of Long Thanh International Airport, the newest and largest in Vietnam, is expected to be substantially completed, meeting all operational standards for technical flights before December 19, paving the way for commercial operation in the first half of 2026.

Long Thanh International Airport taking shape in Southern Vietnam
Foreign beauty queens gather in Vietnam for Miss Cosmo 2025
Foreign beauty queens gather in Vietnam for Miss Cosmo 2025

VOV.VN - Nearly 30 international beauties arrived at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City on November 26 ahead of the launch of the Miss Cosmo 2025 pageant, which is slated for December 1 in Hue City.

Foreign beauty queens gather in Vietnam for Miss Cosmo 2025
Early frost blankets Y Ty, creating magical forest views
Early frost blankets Y Ty, creating magical forest views

VOV.VN - On the morning of November 26, early-season frost appeared across many areas of Y Ty commune in northern mountainous Lao Cai province, covering grass and tree branches, creating a magical forest landscape.

Early frost blankets Y Ty, creating magical forest views
Doctors warn of severe flu complications amid surge in child hospitalisations
Doctors warn of severe flu complications amid surge in child hospitalisations

VOV.VN - Flu cases at Hanoi Children's Hospital have surged in November, with hospitalizations doubling from October and many children suffering severe respiratory complications, disrupting the lives of numerous families.

Doctors warn of severe flu complications amid surge in child hospitalisations
Foreign visitors join beach clean-ups, assist in rescue efforts in Nha Trang
Foreign visitors join beach clean-ups, assist in rescue efforts in Nha Trang

VOV.VN - Following historic floods, many foreign volunteers have joined local teams to help clean up the beaches of Nha Trang in Khanh Hoa province, which were buried under debris swept down from upstream.

Foreign visitors join beach clean-ups, assist in rescue efforts in Nha Trang
Cloud hunting in Y Ty - An unforgettable early winter adventure
Cloud hunting in Y Ty - An unforgettable early winter adventure

VOV.VN - Cloud hunting in Y Ty commune in the mountainous northwestern province of Lao Cai, offers adventurers a unique and breathtaking experience, especially in November, when a sea of clouds fills the valley, attracting numerous tourists.

Cloud hunting in Y Ty - An unforgettable early winter adventure
PM Pham Minh Chinh’s working trip to South Africa in the spotlight
PM Pham Minh Chinh’s working trip to South Africa in the spotlight

VOV.VN - A high-raking Vietnamese delegation led by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh conducted a working visit to South Africa from November 21 to 24 to attend the G20 Summit and carry out a series of bilateral activities.

PM Pham Minh Chinh’s working trip to South Africa in the spotlight
Airlift missions deliver relief supplies to flood-affected communities
Airlift missions deliver relief supplies to flood-affected communities

VOV.VN - On November 23, the 917th Regiment of the 370th Division (Air Defense – Air Force), urgently carried out airlift missions to deliver relief supplies to areas severely affected by floods in Central Vietnam.

Airlift missions deliver relief supplies to flood-affected communities
New house ritual of the Ede people preserves centuries-old traditions
New house ritual of the Ede people preserves centuries-old traditions

VOV.VN - For many, especially Ede ethnic people, in the Central Highlands, the new long house ritual is considered an important event, as the house serves as the witness to numerous milestones in a family’s life.

New house ritual of the Ede people preserves centuries-old traditions