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Nipah virus: what you need to know - facts, not fear

Recent Nipah virus cases in India have raised concern. Dr Serge Gradstein from Family Medical Practice explains Nipah virus symptoms, transmission, risks, and prevention.

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Điện Biên set to bloom as Hoa Ban Festival 2026 lights up the northwest

A week of blossoms, folklore, sports and living history experiences will transform Điện Biên this March, as the Hoa Ban Festival returns to celebrate ethnic heritage and position the province as one of Việt Nam’s most captivating cultural tourism destinations.

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'Ciné-Tết' programme offers 11 French films for Lunar New Year holiday

The cinema programme features 11 outstanding new French films with Vietnamese subtitles to be streamed online for free and without limits on all of BHD's DANET platforms for one month, from February 12 to March 12.

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Gate Opening Ceremony held to welcome spring and Lunar New Year

A Gate Opening Ceremony was recreated at one of Hà Nội's most famous entrances, the Ô Quan Chưởng Gate, on February 8, marking the beginning of the spring season in the country.

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Programme offers insights into traditional Vietnamese Tết

Happy Tết is designed as a journey to experience the traditional Lunar New Year (Tết) celebrations of Hanoi and various regions across the country.

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WeChoice awards 2025 celebrates meaningful contributions to society

The WeChoice Awards 2025 announced its winners during a gala in HCM City on Saturday, honouring individuals, organisations and works that inspire and promote positive values.

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Smoke-dried mummies in Việt Nam – Discovery of world scale

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Phú Thọ sees Sai Nga conical hat-making craft flourishing

Sai Nga conical hats have long been recognised for their delicate beauty and remarkable durability. Crafted by skilled artisans, the pure white hats, with their neat stitching and elegant lines, bear the distinctive identity of Sai Nga Village.

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Art performances enthrall visitors to Spring Fair 2026

With a total of 50 performances over more than 10 days of the fair, the programme offers a variety of remarkable acts across different genres, creating a vibrant festive atmosphere.