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Additional 100 billion VND allocated to Hue's flood recovery efforts

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a decision on an emergency allocation of 100 billion VND (3.8 million USD) from the central budget reserve to assist Hue City in recovering from severe flood damage.

Hanoi chairman to host direct youth dialogue on November 27

Hanoi Chairman Tran Sy Thanh will meet with young people on November 27 to listen to their proposals, aspirations, and concerns about building a more inclusive, innovative, and forward-looking capital.

Typhoon Kalmaegi strengthens rapidly, to impact Da Nang - Khanh Hoa

Kalmaegi, the 13th storm of the year, is forecast to directly hit central Vietnam with hurricane-level winds and heavy rain starting November 6.

Central Vietnam faces deadly floods as rivers overflow and storms approach

Hue, Da Nang, and neighboring provinces are reeling from historic rainfall and severe flooding, with 42 dead or missing as more storms threaten the region.

Hanoi’s $12 billion riverside project faces legal and environmental scrutiny

Hanoi is preparing to launch an ambitious riverside boulevard and landscape project along the Red River, with a proposed investment of 300 trillion VND (approximately $12 billion).

East Sea may see up to 3 more storms in November, cold air intensifies

This November, intensifying cold air is forecast to affect northern and north-central Vietnam. When combined with storm circulation, this could lead to additional widespread heavy rainfall across the central region.

Torrential rains flood Da Nang, landslide opens sinkhole near housing block

Da Nang streets flood as rains sweep city, creating a 2-meter-deep sinkhole.

Hanoi’s drainage system overwhelmed as rainfall far exceeds design limits

Hanoi’s infrastructure can only handle 310mm of rain over two days, yet storms brought 500mm in under 24 hours.

The beauty of silver: Women go viral embracing their natural hair

Putting aside concerns about signs of aging, a growing number of women are now proudly showcasing their silver hair as a symbol of freedom, wellness, and experienced beauty.

‘Online kidnappings’ emerge as new form of digital fraud in Vietnam

Cybercriminals in Ho Chi Minh City are employing increasingly sophisticated tactics, posing as representatives of international scholarship programs to manipulate students and steal massive sums of money - amounting to billions of dong.

Lam Dong declares emergency after landslides hit two national highways

The People’s Committee of Lam Dong Province has declared a state of emergency for road infrastructure after prolonged heavy rains triggered landslides and surface cracks on National Highway 20 and National Highway 28.

Retirement comes with a hospital bed for many Vietnamese seniors

Elderly citizens in Vietnam are living longer but suffering more, with many diagnosed with up to nine chronic conditions.

HCM City seeks public input for pandemic unity monument

A symbolic structure honoring COVID-19 solidarity is planned for 01 Ly Thai To, with feedback welcomed citywide.

Bui Vien becomes a spooky wonderland for Halloween revelers

Thousands transformed the iconic Ho Chi Minh City street into a lively Halloween celebration with spooky costumes and vibrant festivities.

Central Relief Committee allocates $16.2mil to 17 disaster-affected localities

The Central Relief Committee under the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee has allocated three rounds of aid totalling 428 billion VND (16.2 million USD) to support 17 provinces and cities in addressing the consequences of storms and floods.

Phu Quoc hit by worst rain since 2000, cars submerged in flood

Hours of heavy rain inundated central streets of Phu Quoc Special Administrative Zone (An Giang), causing serious flooding and widespread disruption. Meteorological authorities say this could be the most intense rainfall since 2000.

Aerial photos show Hue underwater in rare major flood

Prolonged rains and upstream floodwaters have submerged central Hue and its historic sites, displacing thousands and isolating neighborhoods.

Tycoons gamble away fortunes in USD 106 million Pullman hotel case

Several prominent individuals lost fortunes in a luxury gambling ring based at the Pullman Hotel, with total bets exceeding USD 106.9 million.

Land database to be completed in 2026: Minister

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment plans to complete a comprehensive national land database in 2026, a step to transform land resources into an important driver for sustainable development.

Can Gio metro line proposed to start from Ben Thanh, linking with line No.1

Under the adjusted plan, the section from Ben Thanh to Tan Thuan will be built underground to reduce land clearance and compensation costs, while the stretch from Tan Thuan to Can Gio will remain elevated as previously designed.