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Parasitic worms found swarming underneath woman's skin and buried in her brain

A 58-year-old woman from Hanoi, Vietnam, was taken to hospital upon falling ill after eating a dish made from fresh blood, where she was found to be suffering from a parasitic infestation

Daily Mirror · Apr 12, 2023

Blinken to visit Vietnam next week, US senator says

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit Vietnam next week, Senator Jeff Merkley told a news conference in Hanoi on Saturday, as part of Washington's efforts to move diplomatic relations with Hanoi on to a higher level this year.

Reuters · Apr 8, 2023

Vietnam communist party chief, Biden agree to boost ties in phone call

The chief of Vietnam's ruling Communist Party Nguyen Phu Trong and U.S. President Joe Biden agreed in a telephone call on Wednesday to "promote, develop and deepen" ties, Vietnam's state media reported.

Reuters · Mar 30, 2023

How to do Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi by train

The best way to explore Vietnam is via its iconic Reunification Express; Andrew Eames hops onboard

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2023

'I went on an adventure of a lifetime backpacking across southeast Asia - here's my must-dos in Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia'

If you’re planning a trip of a lifetime to the best backpacking region on the planet, be sure to put these must-dos in your itinerary

Irish Mirror · Feb 14, 2023

Vietnam succession battle heats up after president’s ouster

HANOI: Over the past few years, Vietnamese Communist Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong has won praise from investors for removing corrupt officials. Now as some big names fall, it is becoming clear his campaign serves another purpose: strengthening his hand in choosing a successor.

Bangkok Post · Jan 20, 2023

Vietnam legislature approves president’s resignation


HANOI: Vietnam’s legislature on Wednesday approved the resignation of President Nguyen Xuan Phuc, state media reported, amid a major escalation of the country’s anti-graft campaign.

Bangkok Post · Jan 18, 2023

Thais gain edge in fight for Asean crown

Two away goals in the first leg of the AFF Mitsubishi Electric Cup 2022 final on Friday night in Hanoi have given Thailand a slender advantage in their bid to become back-to-back champions.

Bangkok Post · Jan 15, 2023

Polking: Set-piece defending needs work

Thailand coach Mano Polking bemoaned his side’s defending at set-pieces after Vietnam salvaged a late 2-2 draw in the first leg of the Asean Football Federation championship final in Hanoi on Friday night.

Bangkok Post · Jan 14, 2023

Thailand get vital away goals in Hanoi

HANOI: Two away goals ensure Thailand hold a slender advantage in their bid to become back-to-back champions after a thrilling 2-2 draw in the first leg of the Asean Football Federation final on Friday night.

Bangkok Post · Jan 13, 2023