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Overwhelmed salons: Women wait into the night for beauty services before Tet

From early morning until late into the night, beauty salons in Ho Chi Minh City are packed with customers eager to prepare for the Tet holiday.

Hundreds mobilized to extinguish forest fire in Trang An World Heritage Site

A forest fire erupted on Phu Khong Mountain in the core zone of Trang An World Heritage Site, prompting an extensive firefighting operation that involved hundreds of locals and authorities.

Beware of fake job offers to Australia, South Korea, warn HCM City police

Ho Chi Minh City police have issued a warning about an alarming rise in online scams targeting individuals seeking jobs in Australia and South Korea, leaving many victims financially defrauded.

Nostalgia and gifts fill Tet trains as passengers head home early

As Lunar New Year approaches, passengers at Hanoi Station carry a variety of sentimental and festive gifts, from pets to peach trees, as they board early trains home.

Gnarled star fruit tree displayed at Tet market for 92,000 USD

A rare star fruit tree, known for its ancient and rugged appearance, is being displayed at the Tet Flower Market in Thanh Hoa with an asking price of 2.2 billion VND ($92,000).

Over 4,000 tons of fake fertilizer seized in major bust

An investigation into counterfeit fertilizer sales in Dak Lak has led to the arrest of four individuals, including two CEOs, and the seizure of over 500 tons of fake products.

Giant kumquat bonsai display dazzles in Hung Yen for Tet

A massive kumquat bonsai display featuring five meticulously sculpted trees has taken center stage in Hung Yen, reflecting a perfect blend of art and tradition for the Lunar New Year.

Woman-led million-dollar scam network dismantled in Dak Lak

A massive online fraud operation involving billions of VND and thousands of victims has been uncovered, with a woman in Dak Lak identified as the mastermind.

Tet tree trends shift: persimmon branches capture customer interest

Traditional Tet trees struggle with sales, while affordable persimmon branches attract increasing attention from customers.

VTV channels restored on TV360, MyTV, and FPT Play

After a temporary disruption, VTV channels are back on TV360, MyTV, and FPT Play following a preliminary agreement on broadcasting rights.

Mekong Delta’s largest flower village welcomes spring ahead of Tet

Sa Dec Flower Village in Dong Thap Province, the largest in the Mekong Delta, is alive with Tet spirit, offering a vibrant display of flowers and bustling activity just one week before the Lunar New Year.

Emotional scenes at Tan Son Nhat as millions travel for the New Year

Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City has become a hub of emotional reunions as families gather to welcome overseas Vietnamese returning for Tet.

Hundred-year-old peach tree rented for $6,300 in subdued Tet market

A hundred-year-old peach tree in Vinh City is on display for Tet, priced at $12,600 for sale or $6,300 for rental, making it a centerpiece of this year’s market.

Vingroup offers to fund metro feasibility study connecting HCM City and Can Gio

Vingroup has proposed self-funding a study for Metro Line 12, connecting Ho Chi Minh City’s center with Can Gio District, as part of plans to integrate urban rail with the Can Gio Bridge project.

Low-emission zones in Hanoi: Effective solution or partial remedy?

Hanoi's low-emission zone initiative aims to tackle worsening air quality, but experts warn that it is just one piece of the puzzle in the fight against pollution.

Struggling to find a taxi at Tan Son Nhat? Free shuttles now available

Passengers at Tan Son Nhat Airport can now use free shuttle buses to reach an external taxi staging area during the busy Tet travel season, starting January 23.

Vietnam’s high-speed North-South railway to break ground in December 2027

Vietnam’s Ministry of Transport has announced that construction of the high-speed North-South railway will begin in December 2027, with completion expected by 2035.

Seven key infrastructure projects to open in Ho Chi Minh City by Tet 2025

Ho Chi Minh City is set to open seven major infrastructure projects, including the newly inaugurated Tan Ky Tan Quy Bridge, to ease traffic ahead of Lunar New Year (Tet) 2025.

Temporary sidewalk use proposed to tackle Ho Chi Minh City’s traffic woes

As year-end traffic pressures mount, Ho Chi Minh City is exploring temporary measures, including sidewalk use, to address congestion hotspots.

Red carp markets in Ho Chi Minh City bustling ahead of Kitchen Gods Day

Ho Chi Minh City’s Binh Dien Market is bustling with activity as vendors and buyers gather for red carp, a traditional offering for the Kitchen Gods Day.