On the morning of August 18, the People's Committee of Phu Loc Commune, in collaboration with Hue City Department of Health and a sponsoring unit, launched a safe swimming class for children aged 6 to 15. The class attracted 300 participating students, divided into 15 groups.

On August 18, the Women’s Union of Dan Dien Commune in collaboration with Hue Hearts Fund held a ceremony to award scholarships to students overcoming difficult circumstances.

The Central Coast Nature Museum has launched the art photography contest “Dance of the Lagoon Birds”. Entries will be accepted from August 18th to October 31st, 2025, from all Vietnamese citizens, capturing vivid and unique moments of bird species living or migrating in lagoons and coastal areas.

Though his life just lasted only 49 years, with his talent and dedication, the historical figure Dang Huy Tru (1825 - 1874) has left behind a rich legacy. As historian Le Van Lan assessed: “Compared to other Confucian scholars of his time, the accomplishments Dang Huy Tru left behind were not only outstanding but also exceptional”.

Following the success of its first season, the Song2Light Art Market season 2, themed “Cooltopia”, officially taken place. The event, organized by Song Centre Hue Creative Space in collaboration with Sap Nghe Cultural Gift Shop, took place from July 18 - 20.

From July 18 to 24, the 55th International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) is held in Paris, France.

On July 18th and 19th, the 2nd Vietnam Hernia Conference took place at the Training and Direction Center of Hue Central Hospital, co-organized by the hospital and the Vietnam Hernia Society. This is an important scientific event, aiming to update and share clinical knowledge and experience in treating hernia-related conditions.

When France concentrated troops at the Thuan An estuary (in August 1883), it was also a time when the Nguyen Dynasty was on the decline. More than 140 years after the fall of Thuan An, there are still relics, figures, and events that remind future generations of the patriotism and fighting spirit of the ancestors.

On the night of July 18, Hue City Youth Activity Center organized the 1st Open Table Tennis Championship for City Clubs in 2025.

On the morning of July 18, the Department of Education and Training held a meeting of the Council for Recognition of High School Graduation in 2025.