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Civil servants concerned about proposed wage increase as prices rise

The Ministry of Home Affairs’ proposal to raise the base salary to VND2.53 million from July 1 has drawn attention from many beneficiaries. However, the cost of living has shown signs of increasing.

Vietnamese doctor averts mid-air emergency on Hanoi - Paris flight

A Vietnamese doctor has been credited with averting a potential mid-air crisis after providing urgent care to a passenger showing signs of a suspected stroke on a flight from Hanoi to Paris.

Drunk foreign rider held after fatal crash in Nha Trang

Police in Nha Trang have detained a Russian national for investigation after he was accused of driving under the influence and causing a fatal traffic accident that killed a 70-year-old woman.

Tam Dao halts trekking activities over safety concerns

Tam Dao National Park has announced a temporary suspension of all trekking and mountain climbing activities across its three main peaks to ensure the absolute safety of visitors.

A closer look at the science behind giant hailstones in Vietnam

Large hailstorms in northern Vietnam are linked to a mix of heat, cold air and atmospheric instability.

Foreign suspects arrested in Da Nang over robbery plot

Police in Da Nang have arrested two foreign nationals accused of staging a debt dispute to detain and rob a fellow citizen, forcing him to transfer money and surrender assets.

Hospital duo on track for Q2 opening as roadblocks vanish

Key obstacles stalling the second campuses of Bach Mai and Viet Duc hospitals have been largely dismantled, and both facilities are being pushed to begin operations in the second quarter, as directed by PM Le Minh Hung.

Landslide blocks key route to Sa Pa, traffic disrupted

A sudden landslide early on May 4 blocked National Highway 4D in Ta Phin commune, Lao Cai province, temporarily cutting off access to Sa Pa.

Vietnam targets higher birth rate with nationwide support policies

Facing a sustained decline in fertility, Vietnam plans to raise birth rates and expand support for families across all provinces.

Thousands of tonnes of molasses spill after factory incident

A sugar factory in Nghe An has suffered a serious incident during a storm, with an estimated 2,000 tonnes of molasses spilling into the surrounding area.

Why street crime is losing ground in Ho Chi Minh City

Behind the decline of street crime in Ho Chi Minh City lies a fundamental shift in security management thinking - treating every theft and robbery as a serious criminal case and targeting drug-related roots.

Shippers, ride-hailing drivers face curbs under Hanoi’s new plan

Hanoi is considering a proposal to restrict gasoline-powered ride-hailing motorbikes and delivery drivers from operating within designated low-emission zones, as part of efforts to reduce urban air pollution.

A Korean executive found dead after SUP trip in Ho Chi Minh City

After more than a day of searching, local authorities have recovered the body of a Korean national who went missing while paddleboarding on Da Den Lake in Ho Chi Minh City.

Extreme weather lashes northern Vietnam, leaving trail of destruction

A sudden wave of extreme weather swept across northern Vietnam, leaving widespread damage, injuries, and growing concerns over further storms.

A doctor’s warning changed his life, young man loses over 60kg

From a devastating medical diagnosis to a life-changing transformation, a young man in Ho Chi Minh City has lost more than 60kg in just nine months, reshaping not only his body but also his entire way of living.

Free meal initiative brings nutrition to disadvantaged patients

Many organisations and individuals in Ninh Binh province have joined hands to prepare free meals for patients and their relatives undergoing long-term treatment at Nam Dinh General Hospital in Thien Truong ward.

The people who carry hope across mountain villages

In remote villages across Vietnam, ethnic affairs officials and respected community figures serve as steady “keepers of the flame.”

Ho Chi Minh City launches US$11 billion push to reshape urban future

A wave of mega infrastructure projects signals a bold step toward transforming the city into a global megacity.

How overseas Vietnamese can verify mobile subscriber information

Vietnamese citizens living abroad can now complete subscriber verification quickly through mobile apps without returning home.

Dong Nai proposes metro extension to Long Thanh airport

Dong Nai is seeking approval for a major metro extension project linking HCMC with its new administrative center and Long Thanh International Airport.