Family of brain-dead man donates his kidneys to save two patients

On the evening of June 20, at Phu Tho Hospital, a very special humane action took place: the doctors bowed their heads in gratitude to a brain-dead man before starting an operation to remove two of his kidneys to be transplanted into two patients.

Foreigners advised to visit bank branches for biometric verification

Foreign customers, who do not have chip-based ID cards, can visit bank branches and bank staff will guide them to register biometric information directly at the counter.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's visit to China: Key highlights and achievements

In a special speech at the opening session of the WEF Dalian Conference (China) in front of about 1,700 guests from 80 countries, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh shared Vietnam's inspiring story of innovation, integration, and development.

Relic sites across Vietnam record significant donation income in 2023

The total amount of money collected by relics throughout Vietnam in 2023 reached 4,100 billion VND (US$178 million).

Ha Long authorities crack down on inappropriate beach performances

The Ha Long City Party Committee (Quang Ninh Province), has issued a directive requesting the Ha Long City People's Committee to address violations against businesses that perform sensitive content on the beach.

The Lancet honours Vietnamese doctors' research

An article on a research study by doctors at Ho Chi Minh City-based My Duc Hospital was recently published in The Lancet, a highly respected international medical journal in the world.

Four Vietnamese pork dishes featured in Taste Atlas' Top 100

The culinary website Taste Atlas recently listed Vietnamese bun cha, com tam suon, nem lui, and thit kho in the "Top 100 Best Pork Dishes in the World."

Hanoi warned about more dengue fever cases as Breteau index exceeds threshold

The Hanoi Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned that the Breteau index (BI) has exceeded the threshold in several outbreaks in the capital city, making dengue fever increasingly complicated.

Vietnamese products sold on Amazon skyrocket by 300% in five years

The volume of Vietnamese products exported and sold on Amazon e-commerce platform of the United States has increased by 300% over the past five years, heard a forum held in Hanoi on June 27.

Southeast Asia rowing, canoeing championships kick off in Hai Phong

The 2024 Southeast Asia Rowing and Canoeing, U19 and U23 Championships kicked off in the northern port city of Hai Phong on June 27.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh to make first official visit to South Korea

On June 27, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that, at the invitation of South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck Soo and his wife, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his wife will pay an official visit to South Korea from June 30 to July 3.

Government proposes nearly US$40 million for Gia Binh Airport development

The Government plans to allocate $38.5 million for the Gia Binh airport project, $77 million for the Tuyen Quang - Ha Giang expressway project, and $58.46 million for two projects of the Supreme People's Court.

USD price reaches historic high, surpasses VND26,000 in free market

The USD price in the free market has surged past 26,000 VND/USD (selling), marking its highest level ever. This new peak sees the free USD price nearly 700 VND higher in the buying price compared to bank rates.

Vietnamese doctors treat ultra-rare disease in 19-year-old patient

A 19-year-old male patient has been diagnosed with a rare disease that has never been recorded in Vietnamese medical literature. Globally, the incidence of this disease is 1 in 1 million people.

Flight attendant drug smuggling case leads to 961 defendants charged

Since the case involving four flight attendants carrying drugs from France to Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City Police have expanded their investigation, leading to the prosecution of 318 cases involving 961 defendants.

PM Pham Minh Chinh advocates for Vietnam-China transport links

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasized the importance of developing and connecting Vietnam-China transport infrastructure, facilitating trade and travel, and serving as a foundation for regional and global connectivity.

Urgent action critical to mitigate risks of air pollution

On average, a Vietnamese person dies of a respiratory disease due to exposure to air pollution every 7.5 seconds.

Hospital for wildlife animals operates in the forest

The hospital is now treating and caring for rare and precious wild animals such as pangolins, clouded monitors, binturongs, civets, stump-tailed macaques, rhesus macaques and ferret badgers.

Hanoi to host first ever lotus festival

Lotus, the flower that symbolises the culture, spirit and character of the Vietnamese people, will be honoured at a festival held in Hanoi next month.

Rising trend of Type 1 diabetes among Vietnamese children

Nguyen Trong Khoa, Deputy Director of the Department of Medical Examination and Treatment Management, says diabetes is a global public health threat, including in Vietnam.

High-risk earthquake areas need response plans

Since the beginning of the year Vietnam has experienced 135 earthquakes, but all were minor earthquakes with magnitudes ranging from 2.5 to 4.1.

High school graduation exam starts

More than one million candidates across the country on Thursday morning started the high school graduation exam with a literature test, which lasted two hours.

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Biometric authentication to play role in bank scam fight

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High determination needed to have EC “yellow card” warning removed

Unlock your child's potential at RES 'Future Millionaire' summer camp

With the guidance of Shark Louis Nguyen and numerous economic experts, the "Future Millionaire" summer camp aims to ignite children’s passion for business while providing intensive English training.