VOV.VN - Following Prime Minister Pham Minh Chin’s order to shut down 'non-essential' shops in Ho Chi Minh City until June 29 due to the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), many streets in the southern city have been left virtually deserted.

VOV.VN - A culture and tourism week is scheduled to take place in Phong Tho and Tam Duong districts in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau this November, with the event set to feature a wide range of exciting activities.

VOV.VN - The country’s northern and central regions, including Hanoi, have been hit by a major hot spell this week as temperatures climb to highs of over 40 degrees Celsius, causing many difficulties for local labourers who are forced to work outdoors as part of their job.

VOV.VN - Images of poor workers having quick lunches under the extreme heat are a common sight around midday on the streets of Hanoi following eateries being forced to close and only allow take-away services as a means of combatting the COVID-19 pandemic.

VOV.VN - Streets throughout the capital have been decorated with clusters of national flags, posters, and banners in order to welcome the start of the upcoming election of deputies to the 15th National Assembly (NA) and all-levels of People’s Councils for the 2021 to 2026 tenure.

VOV.VN - Local photographers Nguyen Huu Thong and Tran Viet Van have won the first prizes in the Food at the Table and Street Food categories in the Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year Awards in the UK.

VOV.VN - Despite Hanoi authorities’ decision to suspend activities on the capital’s walking zone, many people have taken to the streets and paid no heed to COVID-19 rules.

VOV.VN - The central province of Thanh Hoa welcomed the launch of the Sam Son sea festival 2021 on April 24, with the event attracting thousands of local people and tourists.

The street art performance “Jam –Vietnam Urban Arts 2021” will take place in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1 from April 24-25.

VOV.VN - The administration of Quang Ninh province have initiated plans to hold 27 culture and tourism events running until mid-May, aiming to welcome the return of visitors following a hiatus caused by the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic.