Gasoline motorbike ban set for Hanoi’s inner city by 2026

Starting July 1, 2026, Hanoi plans to restrict gasoline-powered motorbikes in the Ring Road 1 area, with a roadmap to expand the ban to Ring Road 2 by 2028 and Ring Road 3 by 2030.

HCM City cultural festival brings Vietnamese flair to Nagoya

The Vietnam - HCMC Festival in Japan showcases music, cuisine, and tradition in a two-day cultural celebration.

TikToker 'Du Bau Troi' arrested in HCM City for inciting regional division

Police detained Doan Quoc Viet for using TikTok to spread hate speech and insult communities, drawing strong backlash.

Vietnam exports first shipment of tilapia to Brazil

This shipment is one of 32 containers, totalling 700 tonnes of tilapia, ordered and imported by JBS Group from Vietnam.

Vietnam to host King Abdullah II in official visit this November

At the invitation of President Luong Cuong, King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein of Jordan will pay an official visit to Vietnam from November 12 to 13.

'Since AI arrived, teacher competency gaps have widened greatly': principal

A school principal expressed concern about teachers’ competency at the recent talk “Learning and questioning in the AI storm,” which explored the topic “why learning can become harder in the AI storm".

Public Security Ministry updates cases involving Hoang Huong and Ngan 98

At a government press conference held on Nov. 8, journalists asked the Ministry of Public Security to provide additional details about two criminal cases involving Hoang Huong, Ngan 98, Luong Bang Quang, and several other social media personalities.

HCM City welcomes over 6.58 million international visitors in 10 months

Ho Chi Minh City attracted more than 6.58 million international visitors in the first 10 months of 2025, reaching 65.9% of the year’s target, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.

Hanoi's drainage system outdated, can only handle 310mm rain over 2 days

Hanoi's drainage system is still being improved according to the 2013 plan, calculated for 310mm rain over two days, while actual rainfall reached 500mm in less than a day, causing widespread flooding, according to the Ministry of Construction (MOC).

Hue turns waste into resource through tech-enabled scrap collectors

A pioneering waste management model in the central city of Hue is transforming the lives of informal waste collectors, mostly women, and reshaping how the city approaches its circular economy goals.

Experts warn of data overlap in housing information collection plan

People are often provided information multiple times when registering land and applying for red books (land use right certificates).

Typhoon Kalmaegi damages over 26,470 houses and causes extensive losses

As of 8:00 on November 8, Typhoon Kalmaegi and its circulation had pulled down 245 houses and damaged or unroofed 26,226 others, an increase of 8,664 compared to the previous day.

Protect your data as online scams can lead to huge losses: cybersecurity expert

In an era where the internet penetrates every corner of life, cybersecurity expert Ngo Minh Hieu, director of Chong Lua Dao, warns: “The more we interact online, the higher the risk of being attacked.”

Huong Giang debuts daring short wig, shares brutal Miss Universe routine

Vietnam’s representative revealed she sacrifices rest and style flexibility to maintain energy during the packed Miss Universe 2025 schedule.

Typhoon Fung-Wong heads for East Sea, may reach super typhoon status

Meteorologists warn of an unusually strong and erratic typhoon Fung-Wong expected to enter the East Sea on November 10.

Mild earthquakes recorded in three regions of Vietnam

A series of mild earthquakes were recorded in the northern, central and central highland regions of Vietnam over the past two days, rattling residents in Son La, Hue and Quang Ngai but causing no damage.

First Thang Long – Hanoi Festival 2025 opens

The first Thang Long – Hanoi Festival 2025 officially opened with a grand ceremony at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, launching a series of cultural activities running through November 16.

Vietnam to be among countries with highest growth in 2025: Press conference

Many international organisations have continued to provide positive and optimistic assessments of Vietnam’s economic situation, forecasting that in 2025 Vietnam will be one of the countries with the highest growth in the region and the world.

Government leader presides over meeting on national key transport projects

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, who heads the State steering committee for national key projects in the transport sector, chaired the committee’s 21st meeting on November 8.

Vietnamese student’s pho-themed game goes viral globally

A student at Hanoi University of Science and Technology has created a pho shop simulation game that has gone viral with over 650,000 downloads.

Real estate sector divides as firms face debt, lawsuits, or windfalls

Vietnam’s property sector reveals two realities - some firms reap billions, while others borrow from family to stay afloat.

The counterfeit cosmetics empire unraveling across Vietnam

Authorities have busted multiple large-scale operations producing and selling fake cosmetics worth millions, including a high-profile case involving a singer's husband.

YouTubers try banh mi marathon in Saigon, find surprise favorite

From grilled meatballs to offal-filled sandwiches, two Canadian travelers tasted Ho Chi Minh City's diverse banh mi scene and loved a humble sidewalk stall most.

Experts propose anti-scam solutions suited to Vietnam’s conditions

Vietnam’s digital transformation has achieved remarkable progress. However, similar to other countries in the region, online scams and fraud cases are on the rise.

Retail sales growth remains stable over 10 months

The total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenue were estimated at 598.4 trillion VND (23 billion USD) last month, up 0.2% compared to the previous month and 7.2% compared to the same period last year.