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Thanh Hoa woman fakes death for five years to claim insurance payout

After five years of being legally dead, a woman reappears to reverse her death certificate - and faces fraud charges.

Foreign woman performs dangerous motorcycle stunt in Khanh Hoa

A foreign woman has come under fire in Vietnam for performing dangerous motorcycle stunts that not only posed a risk to herself but also endangered other road users in the south-central province of Khanh Hoa.

Vietnam honors cha ca La Vong as national heritage at Hanoi food festival

The iconic fish dish from Hanoi officially joins the National Intangible Heritage list during a vibrant weekend food festival.

The fall of Vietnam’s livestream legends: Fraud, fake goods, and financial crime

Vietnam livestream scandal, Hoang Huong fraud, Ngan 98 arrested, Thuy Tien Kera candy, e-commerce regulation Vietnam

Mother in law orders wedding dress for chubby daughter in law she once shunned

Thanks to her mother-in-law’s deep care, a woman from Dong Thap who was sensitive about her weight of 130 kilos, has had a perfect wedding.

Hanoi breaks ground on $35.2 billion Red River scenic boulevard

The capital’s most ambitious urban development project kicks off, transforming both banks of the Red River.

HCM City targets nearly 200,000 social housing units by 2028

Ho Chi Minh City aims to have 199,400 social housing units by 2028, two years ahead of the target set by the Government, according to information released at a conference held on December 18.

The last flame: Saigon’s 72-year-old lighter repairman defies time

For 45 years, Pham Van Co has remained anchored to the sidewalk of Nguyen Tri Phuong Street in Ho Chi Minh City, devoted to a fading trade. His unmatched skills in lighter repair have earned the respect of even foreign visitors.

Vietnam ranks fourth globally in health self-care awareness

According to a recent study by the Ministry of Health, Vietnam ranks fourth out of ten countries in terms of self-care awareness and readiness - behind only Singapore, Australia, and Germany.

Pilot gender equality index for public sector unveiled in Hanoi

A scientific workshop announcing the results of a pilot study on the Gender Equality Index for the public sector in Vietnam was held in Hanoi on December 18.

Vietnam exceeds social housing target, completing 102,633 units

Vietnam has so far this year completed 102,633 social housing units, exceeding the Prime Minister's yearly target by 2%, according to the Ministry of Construction.

HCM City considers installing more air quality, subsidence monitoring stations

Facing mounting pollution pressures as it races towards megacity status, HCM City plans a sweeping expansion of its environmental monitoring network next year.

VietNamNet at 28: Honoring the past, embracing the future

Marking its 28th anniversary, VietNamNet embarks on a new journey - carrying forward its journalistic values and embracing greater responsibilities.

Hue spotlights its culinary soul at international food festival

The International Culinary Festival “Hue – Capital of Cuisine” officially opened on December 18, emerging as a highlight event marking the close of the National Tourism Year – Hue 2025.

Can Tho – Ca Mau travel time halves from December 19

Travel between Can Tho and Ca Mau will take only about 1 hour 30 minutes instead of nearly three hours, as an expressway linking the two localities officially opens for technical operation along its entire length on December 19.

Vietnam Airlines operates 1st passenger flight to Long Thanh Airport

Vietnam Airlines on December 19 operated the first passenger flight to Long Thanh International Airport, marking the beginning of civil aviation operations at Vietnam’s newest and most modern airport.

Expanded Terminal T2 at Noi Bai International Airport makes debut

The Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) on December 19 officially inaugurated the expanded Terminal T2 at Noi Bai International Airport, introducing Vietnam’s first fully integrated digital passenger flow.

After deadly crash, Vietnam orders review of all expressways and highways

Following a fatal accident on the Da Nang–Quang Ngai expressway that left four people dead, the Ministry of Construction has issued sweeping orders to review and upgrade national traffic infrastructure.

Food supplement companies exposed in sweeping bribery probe

Authorities uncover elaborate scheme involving bribes disguised as loans and repayments.

A new auction round for over 2.5 million vehicle license plates set to launch

The Ministry of Public Security has approved plans for the ninth vehicle license plate auction, with more than 2.5 million plates from 34 provinces to be offered.