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Vietnam boat capsizing claims dozens, shatters families

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Nicolas Kumanoff
July 20, 2025

At least 35 died Saturday in a tour boat disaster at Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site. Most on board were families from the capital, Hanoi. Rescuers raced against time but saved only a few.

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