Whitmore’s disease case detected in North Vietnam

A man residing in the northern province of Hai Duong has been diagnosed with melioidosis, also known as Whitmore’s disease.

Hanoi to launch double-decker bus tour to Bat Trang pottery village

Hanoi will launch a new double-decker city tour from downtown Hoan Kiem Lake to Bat Trang pottery village in its suburbs this year.

Four Vietnamese nationals face charges in $71 million in US cyber attacks

Four Vietnamese individuals have been indicted by the US authorities for hacking into computer systems of various companies, stealing identity and credit card information, and causing significant financial damage.

Fatal fire in Da Lat: Three children die in locked house

A tragic fire broke out inside a locked house in Ward 7, Da Lat City (Lam Dong Province), resulting in the deaths of three children.

Vietnam beauty queens light up the stage at Fashion Fest 2024

Miss World 2023 Krystyna Pyszková, Miss World 2019 Toni-Ann Singh, and other Vietnamese beauty queens such as Y Nhi, Thien An, and Thanh Thuy, attended the Vietnam Beauty Fashion Fest 2024 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Historic Thuyen Lam Pagoda in Hue City damaged by fire

A fire broke out at Thuyen Lam Pagoda in Hue City late at night, resulting in the destruction of the main hall, which spans nearly 200 square meters and contains many valuable belongings.

Hanoi weather alert: Thunderstorms and flood risks from June 24-26

The weather forecast for Hanoi over the next three days (June 24-26) predicts continuous thunderstorms, heavy rain, and the risk of flooding.

PM Pham Minh Chinh heads to China for WEF Summit and China visit

On the morning of June 24, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh left Vietnam for the 15th Annual Pioneers Meeting of the World Economic Forum held in Dalian City, Liaoning Province (China), and will be working in China from June 24-27.

Balancing experience and youth: The future of Vietnam's football team

Coach Kim Sang Sik has five months to prepare for the ASEAN Cup, but this timeframe does not guarantee that the Korean strategist will easily tackle the challenge of renewing the Vietnamese national team.

Vietnamese software industry seeks to tap into lucrative European market

The number of Vietnamese software companies participating in the European market is currently limited. How to attract European customers with adequate resources and sustain long-term growth is a key concern for many businesses.

Craving crab noodle soup in Hanoi? Here are 5 must-try restaurants

When in Hanoi, the culinary adventure isn't complete without indulging in the delightful flavors of crab noodle soup. Here are five exceptional eateries that promise an unforgettable dining experience:

Prices soar for new high-end apartments, old collective quarters

In Hanoi, luxury apartments are selling up to VND200 million per sq m, while flats in poor condition in old collective quarters are priced at over VND100 million per sq m.

Japanese couple brave snake cuisines in Hanoi’s famous snake village

In a remarkable culinary adventure, Japanese tourists Masami and his wife Yumika, guided by renowned YouTuber Kazuki Matsumoto (Kiki), experienced the unique flavors of snake cuisine in Hanoi's Le Mat village.

Farm exports surge, profits rise for traders and farmers

Vietnam’s farm specialties for export, including durian, fresh coconut, crocodile, chili and passion fruit, have seen high profits.

Artistic journeys converge at 'Thu Tieu Dao' exhibition in Ho Chi Minh City

Artists Van Dieu Lien and To Bao An have recently launched an exhibition titled “Thú tiêu dao” (The pleasure of leisure) at the Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Association.

Impersonation scams flourish online, become more sophisticated

In its bulletins about online scams released recently, the Authority of Information Security (AIS) has repeatedly warned about impersonation scams. The bulletin for June 10-16 showed the most common types of fraud.

Early enforcement of Land Law to help promote real estate market

Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment Dang Quoc Khanh believes that if the Land Law takes effect earlier than planned, this will help the property market, free up land resources, and speed up public investment and social housing projects.

Connecting wonders: Quang Ninh’s new tourism products for Ha Long & Bai Tu Long

Expanding tourism space and connecting Ha Long Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay is aimed at reducing the load on the core area of Ha Long Bay while tapping into the potential and promoting the value of Bai Tu Long Bay.

Experience the magic of Cam Mountain: A trekking tour

The trekking tour of Cam Mountain (An Giang) has become a popular attraction, drawing many tourists with its 2-day-1-night itinerary.

Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to impact northern Vietnam from June 24

In the coming days, many regions across Vietnam will experience rain, with heavy rain expected in the North from the evening of June 24 to 26, and some areas receiving over 250mm of rainfall.

Applying technology to preserve value of President Ho Chi Minh Relic Site

The application of new science and technology to the preservation and promotion of the value of President Ho Chí Minh Relic Site is of national importance.

Vietnam Business News June 23/2024

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VN first all AI generated & mobile phone captured sci-fi film released for free

As a revolutionary film in the Vietnamese cinema industry, Chạm by Director Phạm Vĩnh Khương, created entirely using AI on a mobile device, will be released free of charge.

Vietnam’s stock market not yet upgraded

Even though the market liquidity is on par with regional markets like Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore, Vietnam’s stock market remains in frontier status.

As stigma around HIV persists in VN, community prevails

Vietnam and its health authorities have made significant efforts in advocating for the reduction of HIV-related stigma and discrimination, but the key role in this process remains with the community of people living with HIV.