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The Air Defence-Air Force on August 24 flew into the downtown area of Hanoi to rehearse for the parade marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2) at Ba Dinh Square on September 2. Photo: VNA

Young teacher Sung Thi Say, an ethnic Mong, has dedicated many years to her beloved school, bringing joy and hope to disadvantaged highland students through her devotion and tireless efforts. She always stays close to her students, providing timely guidance and extra support. Respected and cherished by both students and the local community as a family member, Say finds motivation to remain committed to her teaching career in this challenging land. For many consecutive years, she has been honored with the title of Emulation Fighter by the Bac Me District People’s Committee. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA

The first joint rehearsal for celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day to be held on September 2 took place at 8:00 pm on August 21 at Ba Dinh Square (Hanoi). The forces participating in the first rehearsal received a warm welcome from tens of thousands of people of Hanoi as they marched through the streets. VNA Photo

The first joint rehearsal for celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day to be held on September 2 took place at 8:00 pm on August 21 at Ba Dinh Square (Hanoi). VNA Photo

Tay Ninh has been preserving and promoting the traditional craft of lion head making together with the art of lion and dragon dance. With their skillful hands, artisans meticulously craft vibrant lion heads, which, when combined with lion and dragon dance performances during festivals, Lunar New Year, and cultural programs, helping to enrich the spiritual life of the community. This contributes to preserving and spreading the province’s distinctive cultural identity. Photo: Giang Phuong – VNA

Cross Rock, a natural stone formation in the middle of a vast plain in southern Dong Nai province, is a well-known scenic site and an ideal destination for weekend outings. Locals often call it “Elephant Rock” because its shape resembles a giant elephant lying peacefully in the fields. From afar, visitors can easily spot the massive gray monolith, standing out against the endless green of rice paddies. Photo: Hồng Đạt – VNA

Bo Y holds a strategically important position at the Indochina Junction, bordering Laos and Cambodia. The commune has a population of more than 35,000, mostly ethnic minorities living in 30 hamlets and villages. In recent years, Bo Y has focused on supporting residents in settlement and economic development. Photo: Cao Nguyen – VNA

As the National Day approaches, more residents and visitors have been heading to streets to take photos, capturing memories of the nation’s grand celebration. VNA Photo: Khánh Hòa

Hundreds of workers from ministries, central agencies, localities, and enterprises are racing against time to complete the final stages - from booth construction and landscape decoration to technical installations - for the exhibition celebrating Vietnam’s achievements over the past 80 years, which will be held from August 28 to September 5 at the National Exposition Centre. The exhibition themed “80 Years of Independence – Freedom – Happiness” will be the first major event hosted at the National Exposition Centre, which covers hundreds of thousands of square metres, and is designed to international standards and can accommodate various activities such as exhibitions, seminars, artistic performances, and outdoor events. Photo: VNA

Thuan Hoa Commune Police (Tuyen Quang) visit households to raise awareness among residents about the dangers of storing weapons and explosives. This effort helps change perceptions, fosters self-awareness, and encourages people to voluntarily hand over weapons and homemade guns, contributing to maintaining peace in villages. Photo: Minh Tam – VNA

Gia Lai is affirming its position as the “new hub” for high-tech agricultural projects in the Central Highlands thanks to vast land resources, a mild climate, fertile soil, and an open investment environment. In recent years, the province has attracted many large-scale projects in cultivation and livestock farming, contributing to increasing added value, creating jobs, and moving towards sustainable exports. Photo: Hong Diep – VNA

Located by the 1,200-hectare Nai Lagoon, Hon Thien mural village (Xuan Hai Commune, Khanh Hoa Province) captivates visitors with its rustic beauty. Forty murals painted on local homes vividly depict the lives of fishermen, traditional customs, and the natural landscapes of southern Khanh Hoa. The village is an ideal destination for art lovers seeking tranquility and a glimpse into the coastal cultural heritage. Photo: Nguyễn Thành – VNA

Viet Duc University Hospital announced its first successful simultaneous lung and heart transplant in Vietnam for a patient with multiple organ failure on August 13. The patient, Tran Nhu Q, was in critical condition due to severe multiple organ failure, with her risk of death increasing daily. She was reliant on medication to sustain her life. The 38-year-old woman was diagnosed with Eisenmenger syndrome, irreversible right ventricular failure and severe tricuspid regurgitation, resulting from an atrial septal defect that had been treated in 2011. Photo by courtesy/VNA

To complete the renewal of Party membership cards for 100% of official members, the Thanh Hoa Provincial Police are urgently collecting Party member data, focusing on areas with a high number of elderly members and disadvantaged regions. Photo: Hoa Mai – VNA

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has praised Mua A Thi, a 26-year-old village chief in the northern province of Dien Bien, for his bravery and swift actions in rescuing his villagers during a devastating flash flood. VNA Photo: Dương Giang

The Seraphin waste-to-energy plant (AMACCAO Group) in Tung Thien ward of Hanoi is the second largest in Southeast Asia to apply technology that converts waste into electricity, with 100% domestic investment. The plant has been operating its waste reception and treatment process for more than three months, with a capacity of 2,250 tonnes per day, generating 37 MW/h fed into the national grid. This marks a significant milestone in the field of environmental treatment and affirms the capability of Vietnamese enterprises to be self-reliant and master advanced technology. Photo: Thanh Phuong – VNA

All126 communes and wards across Hanoi simultaneously carrying out the “45-day campaign from August 1 to September 15, 2025 to support digital transformation activities at communes and wards during the initial phase of implementing the two-tier local administration model.” The campaign aims to raise public awareness of digital transformation, promote the application of information technology at the grassroots level, contribute to the effective operation of the two-tier local administration model, and build a modern, transparent administration that better serves residents and businesses. Photo: Hoàng Hiếu – VNA

The 500kV ultra-high-voltage power transmission line project from Lao Cai to Vinh Yen has a total investment of over VND 7.41 trillion, spanning 229.5 km and passing through 31 communes in two provinces (13 in Lao Cai and 18 in Phu Tho). Of this, the section in Lao Cai province is 139.66 km long, while the section in Phu Tho province is 89.84 km. The project is now entering its peak construction phase, with contractors across the route working closely to accelerate progress, especially in areas with challenging terrain, determined to energize the line before August 19, 2025, as scheduled by the Prime Minister. Photo: Vu Sinh – VNA

On the occasion of the 80th anniversaries of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945-2025) and the National Day (September 2, 1945-2025), Hanoi city plans to introduce high-quality “Hanoi Five Gates” tourist train. The train consists of 10 carriages, designed with two floors, including 5 passenger carriages designed according to 5 different themes, inspired by the 5 famous gates of Hanoi. Visitors can enjoy drinks at the bar and skylight space while admiring the night view of Hanoi. The train runs 3 trips/day, including the route connecting Hanoi with Tu Son Ward, Bac Ninh Province and the route around the inner city at night, helping visitors enjoy a lively space of ancient Hanoi in the heart of the modern city. The train also enhances the experience of spiritual and historical culture, expanding the journey to explore the rich suburban areas when combined with the electric car to visit Do Temple in Bac Ninh Province. VNA Photo: Thành Phương

In the 2025 Summer-Autumn crop, An Giang province planted over 506,300 hectares of rice. As of August 8, 2025, farmers had harvested more than 320,500 hectares, accounting for over 63% of the total area, with an estimated output of over 1.8 million tonnes and an average yield of 5.83 tonnes per hectare. Photo: Văn Sĩ – VNA