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Financial dispute leads to cyanide poisoning of Vietnamese nationals in Bangkok

Before the cyanide poisoning that killed five Vietnamese individuals at a hotel in Bangkok, the suspect Sherine Chong and the Vietnamese group had financial disputes that led to litigation.

Thai autopsy finds cyanide in murder-suicide victims’ bodies in Bangkok hotel

At a press conference held earlier the same day, Thai police also said cyanide was found in all coffee cups at the scene, and one of the six is believed to have poisoned the others over debt issues.

Prime Minister orders joint investigation into Vietnamese deaths in Bangkok

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh issued an urgent directive regarding the deaths of four Vietnamese tourists and two Vietnamese-Americans in Bangkok, Thailand.

Thai authorities identify suspect in deaths of six Vietnamese in Bangkok

The suspect in the deaths of six Vietnamese nationals at a hotel in Bangkok has been identified as Sherine Chong (56), a Vietnamese-American.

Thai media releases timeline of six Vietnamese deaths in Bangkok

On the morning of July 17, the Thai Public Broadcasting Service (Thai PBS) released a timeline and images related to the deaths of six Vietnamese nationals in Bangkok.

Summer camp for young overseas Vietnamese kicks off in Hanoi

The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese (SCOV) under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs kicked off the Vietnam Summer Camp 2024 for young overseas Vietnamese (OVs) in Hanoi on July 16.

Six Vietnamese found dead in Bangkok hotel: authorities search for 7th person

Thai authorities have released preliminary investigation results regarding the deaths of six Vietnamese nationals at a five-star hotel in Bangkok. The investigation is ongoing, and a seventh person suspected to be involved is currently being sought.

Vietnam Summer Camp 2024 inspires patriotism among young OVs: official

The ongoing Vietnam Summer Camp 2024 will enable young overseas Vietnamese (OVs) to witness the country's modern and dynamic development, helping deepen their understanding of the nation, and encouraging them to contribute to its future development.

Vietnamese tourist killed by train in Sydney while retrieving dropped slipper

Australian media reported that on July 9, a Vietnamese female tourist was tragically killed after being hit by a train in Sydney.

Renowned scholar Cao Huy Thuan passes away in France

Venerable Thich Thien Niem from Khuong Viet Buddhist Temple in France, along with the family of Professor Cao Huy Thuan, have confirmed his passing to VietNamNet. The esteemed Vietnamese scholar died at 23:26 on July 7, 2024, in France.

Overseas Vietnamese to gather for major conference in August

The 4th Global Vietnamese Conference, themed "Overseas Vietnamese join hands to realize the aspiration for national development," is set to take place from August 21-24, with the participation of over 600 delegates.

Vietnamese student achieves milestone, meets Japanese Prime Minister

Cu Khanh Linh can now transfer credits to study at Waseda University, which has produced eight Japanese Prime Ministers, following her return to Vietnam after finishing a semester at Kansai University as an exchange student.

Vietnamese professor in UK elected Academy of Europe academician

Nguyen Thi Kim Thanh, a professor of nanomaterials at the University College London (UCL), was recently elected academician of the Academy of Europe (Academia Europaea - AE).

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.

Passion for roses: Vietnamese woman's garden in Japan inspires community

To ease her homesickness, Ms. Pham Thu Ha started planting rose bushes around her house in Japan. Unexpectedly, her rose garden became a local "masterpiece," admired by the entire neighborhood, inspiring others to plant roses too.

Billionaire investor in Vietnam, David Duong, under FBI scrutiny

US security officials searched the home of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and two homes of David Duong's family, the head of recycling company California Waste Solutions (CWS). What’s going on?

VN traditional music resonates in Cannes Best Director winner 'Grand Tour’

"Grand Tour," which earned director Miguel Gomes the Best Director award at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, features a heartfelt segment of "Da Co Hoai Lang" performed by artist Linh Huyen.

Vietnamese woman strips naked at Philippine airport over visa dispute

A Vietnamese woman shocked bystanders at Ninoy Aquino Airport (NAIA), Manila, Philippines, when she disrobed after being fined for overstaying her visa.

San Francisco adds Vietnamese as official language

San Francisco, USA, has officially recognized Vietnamese as one of its official languages, alongside Chinese, Spanish, and Filipino.

Fire hits Vietnamese market in Prague

A fire occurred at the Sapa shopping centre of Vietnamese in Prague in the early morning of June 10, destroying six stalls worth about 2 million CZK ( over 87,200 USD).