Vietnamese are the fourth tallest people in Southeast Asia, only behind Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia, thanks to improvements in maternal and child nutrition, says a seminar organised by the Ministry of Health

The Bac Ninh festival celebrates 15 years of Quan Ho singing being recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage; known for its male-female duet style, Quan Ho is celebrated for its melodic richness and cultural importance

Media attention raised on Sùng Y Múa, a native Mong, healthcare worker, since 2005 dedicated to enhancing community welfare and health, reducing early marriages and drug abuse; her homestay revived cultural tourism and sets an example for the region

The Đường Hoa Tea Festival in Quảng Ninh attracted thousands with tastings, rituals honoring tea heritage, a blessing for tea trees; the celebration is an effort to preserve local tea culture, promoting sustainable growth and exchange among tea businesses

Hà Nội's local administration has launched a mass measles vaccination campaign, aiming to administer 70.000 doses to children and healthcare workers by November 15; The initiative seeks to achieve over 95% vaccination coverage for children aged 1-5