Dengue risk for adults dismissed: experts urge vaccine, vigilance

Doctors warn that the belief “only children get dengue fever, adults do not” is a dangerous misconception. In reality, all ages face equal risk of infection, and the disease can lead to life-threatening complications.

Proposed leadership shift for minority program sparks debate in NA

Lawmakers push for the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs to lead a major national program supporting ethnic minorities and mountainous regions.

Vietnam tops Southeast Asia in primary school math and reading scores

Vietnamese fifth graders achieved the highest scores in math and reading among seven ASEAN countries, according to the SEA-PLM 2024 assessment.

Key volleyball player withdraws from SEA Games 33, team adjusts goals

Middle blocker Nguyen Thi Trinh withdraws due to health reasons, opening the door for rising star Le Nhu Anh.

Vietnam’s durian industry sets historic milestone with USD 3.34 billion

In just the first 10 months of 2025, Vietnam’s durian exports reached nearly USD 3.34 billion, officially surpassing the full-year figure of USD 3.2 billion in 2024 and setting a new all-time high.

Lam Dong residents climb rooftops, flee rising floodwaters overnight

Water rose rapidly across Lam Dong on the night of December 4, prompting emergency evacuations and rescue operations.

Vietnam military plans new forces, modern weapons to meet 2026 goals

On December 4, the 15th meeting of the Central Military Commission for the 2020–2025 term continued its agenda under the chairmanship of General Phan Van Giang, Minister of National Defense.

Doctors warn about new trends damaging the health of young people

Many young people are eating food for "likes" rather than for genuine nutritional needs as they are increasingly following "hot trends" on social media.

FIFA to unveil World Cup 2026 matchups in global gala

The draw for the biggest-ever FIFA World Cup takes place tonight in Washington, launching the 2026 tournament with 48 teams and 104 matches.

Biometric fare gates and digital ID go live on Hanoi’s metro

On the morning of December 5, Hanoi officially launched a biometric identification, digital ID, and cashless payment system on the Cat Linh–Ha Dong urban railway (line 2A).

Bamboo Airways pins revival hopes on fleet growth and financial overhaul

Bamboo Airways plans to receive new aircraft in December 2025 as part of a strategy to restore its former market position.

Ly Hoang Nam shocks world No.2 at PPA Asia Pickleball Open in China

Ly Hoang Nam delivered a stunning upset in Hangzhou, China, defeating world No.2 Federico Staksrud to reach the men’s singles final of the PPA Asia Pickleball Open 2025.

Vietnam spends nearly USD 625 million to plant 1.4 billion trees

Over the past five years, ministries, provinces, organizations, and individuals across Vietnam have planted 1.4 billion trees. The total funding mobilized for this massive effort amounted to nearly 15,300 billion VND (approximately USD 625 million).

Vietnam women’s volleyball team offered huge bonus ahead of SEA Games

Vietnam’s women’s national volleyball team has received a major morale boost ahead of the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand, with a substantial bonus promised for bringing home the gold medal.

Deadly fire engulfs Saigon eatery, killing four including two children

A deadly fire broke out at around 4 a.m. on December 5 at a restaurant on Tran Hung Dao Street, in Cau Ong Lanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.

Prenn Pass reopens with time restrictions following landslide in Da Lat

Prenn Pass, a key gateway into Da Lat, has partially reopened under time restrictions following a recent landslide.

New non-taxable revenue threshold proposed for business households

The Standing Committee of the National Assembly met on December 2 to give opinions on the explanations and revisions to the draft amendment of the Personal Income Tax Law and Tax Administration Law.

Red Rain and Bac Bling top Vietnam’s Google searches in 2025

The film Red Rain and the song Bac Bling led the film and music categories of Google's Year in Search 2025, becoming the most searched content by Vietnamese users this year.

Universal free healthcare estimated to cost VND21.5 trillion a year

By 2030, if essential healthcare services are made free for all citizens, the cost is estimated to reach VND21,500 billion/year. Where will the funding come from?

61% Vietnamese people fear job loss or unemployment due to AI

According to the latest UNDP report, 61 percent of Vietnamese people surveyed expressed concern about losing or being unable to find a job due to AI.

Vietnam makes world-class leap in orthopedic oncology with 3D printing

Amputation was once the only path to survival for bone cancer patients. But Professor Tran Trung Dung is rewriting this reality with 3D printing technology - allowing damaged bones to be reconstructed and lives to be restored.

Can all land procedures be transferred to wards and communes?

It is very difficult, and even not feasible, to confirm whether the communal/ward level has sufficient capacity to undertake land registration.

To maintain its leading role, HCM City must step out of old constraints: experts

After more than two years of implementation, Resolution 98 still has not created a significant change. Nguyen Dinh Cung, a respected economist, said the resolution had initially been designed within the framework of outdated thinking and law.

TikTok, cybersecurity experts warn of scam tactics in year-end season

Online fraud usually spikes during the year-end shopping season, with sophisticated tactics such as deepfakes and brand impersonation.

Entrusting teacher recruitment to communes/wards carries significant risks

Some people think that allowing communes/wards to recruit teachers will increase autonomy, but experts warn that this approach carries risks as local administrations may lack necessary information and expertise to accurately assess recruitment needs.

Cyber security law 2025 positions data security as a 'national resource'

The draft Cyber Security Law 2025 integrates "data security" into the legal framework, viewing data as a national resource that needs to be protected at the highest level, creating an important legal foundation for VN to ensure cyberspace safety.