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The lottery nightmare: How damaged tickets cost these winners a fortune

Winning the lottery should be life-changing, but for some, it has become a tale of missed opportunities and irreversible mistakes.

A call late at night led to hospital's first transplant operation

Dr Nguyen Thu Huong of the National Children's Hospital in Hanoi received a call late on December 18, 2024 from the National Center for Organ Transplant Coordination, which informed him about a brain-dead donor.

Students cry in life skills sessions: what is occurring in counselling rooms?

Many parents are concerned that their children sometimes cry during psychological counselling sessions, and that the counselling may do more harm than good.

Vietnam targets flexible, efficient, sustainable labour market

Vietnam’s labour market has experienced steady growth in both size and quality, moving towards modernisation, sustainability, and international integration.

Vietnam’s population ageing faster than ever, experts warn

Despite the decline in birth rates, Vietnam remains in its golden population period, where for every two working-age individuals, there is one dependent.

Ho Chi Minh City plans $2.3 billion investment to upgrade four key gateways

Ho Chi Minh City is seeking over $2.3 billion under a public-private partnership model to upgrade and expand four critical transport gateways, aiming to improve regional connectivity and traffic flow.

Vietnam completes 80% of preparations for United Nations Vesak 2025

With only months to go, Vietnam has nearly completed preparations for the United Nations Vesak 2025, set to host leaders, scholars, and Buddhist representatives from 80 countries in a grand international celebration.

Vietnam’s labor market faces pressure as 100,000 public workers exit

As Vietnam streamlines its public sector workforce, an estimated 100,000 civil servants will need to transition to new jobs.

HCM City calls for investment in healthcare sector

HCM City People’s Committee has approved the project “Mobilising social resources for investment in healthcare development in HCM City in the 2024-2030 period” in an attempt to establish itself as a healthcare hub in the ASEAN region by 2030.

Two Vietnamese rescued, one missing in South Korea fishing vessel disaster

A South Korean fishing boat carrying 14 crew members capsized on February 9, killing four and leaving five missing. Among them, one Vietnamese national remains unaccounted for.

Hanoi police dismantle massive $32 million football betting ring

A sophisticated online gambling operation with a turnover of 800 billion VND has been taken down, leading to multiple arrests.

Dong Nai land scandal: Long Thanh chairman detained as investigation expands

The chairman of Long Thanh District has been detained amid a widening investigation into corruption in the Long Thanh International Airport compensation and resettlement program.

Vietnam to launch nationwide military conscription from February 13-15

The 2025 recruitment cycle introduces tighter health checks and prioritizes university graduates to improve overall military quality.

Centuries-old Ve Pagoda in Bac Giang destroyed in overnight fire

A massive fire engulfed Ve Pagoda in Bac Giang, reducing historic relics to ashes and causing irreversible cultural loss.

Ho Chi Minh City traffic officer suspended after viral video controversy

A major from the Tan Tuc Traffic Police Team has been temporarily suspended after being caught on video using aggressive language toward a female motorist.

Three new public hospitals to open in HCM City this year

Three regional general hospitals being built at the entrances to Ho Chi Minh City will open to patients this year, and they are expected to help reduce overloading at major public hospitals.

Vietnamese crew member missing after ship sinks off South Korea

The South Korean Coast Guard reported that the accident resulted in four fatalities, all South Korean nationals, including the 66-year-old captain.

Labour market to see changes in key industries

The post-Tet (Lunar New Year) labour market is predicted to witness many significant changes, with opportunities and challenges intertwined for both businesses and employees, according to experts.

Hanoi public transport to improve with technical cooperation project

The project’s focuses include improving passenger travel routes through upgrading stations, enhancing accessibility and rearranging the existing bus network.

HCM City approves funding for four key infrastructure projects

An investment of more than VNĐ42 trillion (US$1.65 billion) has been approved for the development of four key infrastructure projects in HCM City that are aimed at improving connectivity and driving economic growth.