VOV.VN - A deluge of heavy rain hit the capital on the morning of May 24, leaving many streets submerged and triggering major traffic congestion.

VOV.VN - With giant crape-myrtle flowers, known as “Bang Lang” in Vietnamese, appearing in full bloom throughout Hanoi, a picturesque scenery has been created throughout many streets of the capital.

A Francophone running tournament entitle “Elle Peut!” (She can!) took place at Hoan Kiem Lake in downtown Hanoi on May 21, attracting the participation of over 1,200 runners.

VOV.VN - The Hanoi Cuisine and Craft Village Tourism Festival 2022 opened on Le Quang Dao Street near the My Dinh National Stadium in the capital on May 20 as part of various tourism promotion activities being held for the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31).

VOV.VN - The Joint Stock Company of Vingroup, Vietnam's largest conglomerate, has finalized its bond issuance on the international market with a total value of US$525 million, according to details given by the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX).

An art performance was held in Hanoi on May 18 to celebrate the 132nd birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh.

VOV.VN - Several athletes and coaches of Thailand who are currently participating in the ongoing 31st SEA Games were offered a free double decker tour of the capital on May 18.

Travel companies in Hanoi have organised 28 tours for coaches, athletes and guests to the 31st Southeast Asian Games, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.

VOV.VN - A sudden cold spell which is considered a weather phenomenon, particularly as such cold temperatures have rarely been seen in May over the past 40 years, forced many citizens of Hanoi to wear an extra layer of clothing on May 16.

The Embassy of Argentina to Vietnam is organising the 7th edition of the Argentine Week in Hanoi under the slogan "Celebrating our friendship" from May 23-28, aiming to continue bringing Argentina closer to Vietnam and its peoples through political dialogue, trade and culture.