Floodwaters engulf cars in Thanh Hoa after heavy rains from Storm Wipha

As Storm No. 3 (Wipha) swept through Thanh Hoa, prolonged heavy rains caused widespread flooding, leaving numerous cars submerged in rising waters.

Storm Wipha officially weakens, flash flood risk remains high

As of 7:25 PM on July 22, Storm No. 3 (Wipha) officially weakened into a tropical depression over land in Ninh Binh and Thanh Hoa provinces.

Vietnam’s bakers take top honors at 2025 “Battle of The Pastry & Bakery”

Vietnamese chefs have secured the highest title at the 2025 Battle of The Pastry & Bakery competition, marking a milestone for the country's bakery industry on the global culinary map.

Phuong Thao’s wealth nears US$3 billion as VietJet stock hits ceiling price

VietJet's VJC stock, chaired by Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, unexpectedly hit its ceiling price during the morning session on July 22, despite foreign investors offloading nearly 20 million shares. Thao's net worth is now estimated to approach $3 billion.

Pi Network’s token price remains unstable amid crypto market surge

In recent days, despite a consistent uptrend in the global cryptocurrency market, the price of Pi Network’s token has remained highly volatile, hovering between USD 0.4 and USD 0.5.

Storm Wipha weakens into depression, heavy rains persist in central Vietnam

On the afternoon of July 22, the center of Tropical Storm No. 3 made landfall. It is expected to weaken into a tropical depression within the next 24 hours.

Vietnam races to fix export block over food safety documentation

Ministry rushes to revise rules after $2.4 million in goods stuck in export limbo.

Flights resume at Van Don and Cat Bi airports after storm delay

After a temporary closure due to Storm No. 3, the two international airports have reopened for aircraft operations as of noon on July 22.

Jung Il-woo returns to Vietnam for emotional family film premiere

Korean actor Jung Il-woo reunites with Vietnamese audiences to promote Mang me di bo, co-starring Tuan Tran and Hong Dao.

Vietnam mandates AI-generated content labels starting in 2026

A new law requires AI-generated digital products to be labeled clearly for human or machine recognition, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Pharmaceutical firm fined $3,800 for roadside drug dumping in Da Nang

Central Pharmaceutical JSC No.3 found responsible for illegal roadside waste.

Microsoft patches two critical SharePoint flaws under active exploitation

The tech giant issues an urgent update after hackers exploit zero-days targeting 10,000+ servers.

Vietnam achieves milestone with undersea cables led by local firms

For the first time, five international cable routes are operated by Vietnamese entities.

VN hosts int'l neutrino physics conference with nearly 60 global scientists

ICISE hosts neutrino physics experts from around the world, boosting Vietnam’s scientific standing.

Body found near site of Vinh Xanh 58 shipwreck in Ha Long Bay

Authorities recover a male body near the Vinh Xanh 58 capsizing site as search efforts continue amid harsh weather conditions.

South Korean man jailed 14 years for stealing $100,000 from friend in Vietnam

Taking advantage of a friend's trust, Lee Hyunsoo used the safe code given to him by a fellow South Korean to steal $100,000, which he spent on gambling, paying off debts, and vacationing with his girlfriend.

Vietnam to cut PIT brackets from 7 to 5, top rate remains 35%

The Ministry of Finance has proposed reducing income tax brackets and simplifying the structure, aiming to ease compliance and reduce tax burdens.

Hanoi authorities propose fining author over controversial social media posts

Hanoi police have recommended an administrative penalty for Dang Hoang Giang after concluding his Facebook posts about Nha Nam’s director contained false information.

Vietnam considers taxing property sales up to 10% if held under 2 years

Ministry of Finance suggests taxing based on holding period if no purchase price is available.

Hanoi car owners turn to courtyards and plazas for storm refuge

Shared spaces in Hanoi become impromptu storm shelters for cars amid heavy rain alerts.

Finance ministry eyes 20% income tax on individual securities trades

The Ministry of Finance proposes taxing actual securities profits annually, with an alternative flat rate for unverifiable costs.

Translator Nguyen Le Chi awarded “Friend of Chinese Literature” title

Nguyen Le Chi (Chibooks) has been honored by the Chinese Writers Association with the title “Friend of Chinese Literature,” joining 14 other literary translators from around the world.

Da Nang: Vendor fined after overcharging Lao tourists for grilled skewers

The local government in Da Nang has issued an administrative fine against a street vendor accused of overcharging a group of Lao tourists 760,000 VND (approximately USD 30) for several skewers.

US launches duty reviews on key Vietnamese exports

The US Commerce Department has initiated reviews on Vietnamese products including paper bags, steel nails, and lawn mowers under anti-dumping and countervailing duty laws.

Storm Wipha hits Hung Yen-Ninh Binh coast, rainfall shifts to central north

Tropical Storm Wipha made landfall with intense winds, bringing widespread heavy rain to Thanh Hoa and Nghe An.