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Vietnam busts major unlicensed MLM scheme disguised as 'Meta Whale' investment

Meta Whale promoted fake investment opportunities across provinces, drawing in close to 2,000 people.

Police bust large-scale fake gas production ring in Ho Chi Minh City

A criminal ring in Ho Chi Minh City has been exposed for illegally producing and selling counterfeit liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) using fake labels and unauthorized refilling operations.

HCM City to offer 11,000 free tickets to workers heading home for Tet 2026

The city plans to help thousands of migrant workers reunite with families during the Lunar New Year Binh Ngo.

Police recover assets in Bach Mai and Viet Duc hospital corruption investigation

Authorities have retrieved more than 39 billion VND and frozen multiple assets linked to a high-profile case involving losses and waste at Bach Mai 2 and Viet Duc 2 hospitals.

Handmade brooches become life’s centerpiece for Hanoi trio

From telecommunications and TV to crystals and thread, these women found fulfillment in the small beauty of handcrafted brooches.

42 arrested in Vietnam’s largest illegal weapons ring uncovered online

Police in Nghe An Province have dismantled a particularly large-scale illegal arms trafficking network operating through the internet, arresting 42 suspects linked to the case.

Farewell to Peter and Cora Weiss, devoted American friends of Vietnam

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Cora and Peter Weiss - longtime and loyal American friends of Vietnam - have passed away in the final days of the year.

Dropped university exam groups leave students in limbo

The decision by many universities to stop enrolling students with certain exam subject groups has left candidates surprised and anxious.

Vietnam targets vehicle emissions with stricter standards, digital enforcement

A substantial share of vehicles currently in use, especially motorcycles in use for years without routine checks or upkeep, are aging fleets that rank among the biggest emitters.

Traffic restrictions in Hanoi on December 26–27 for national event

Hanoi police have announced temporary traffic bans and restrictions on key roads on December 26–27 to ensure security and order during the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress.

Around 95% of urban population access clean water: Seminar

Current urban water supply systems boast a combined designed capacity of about 13.7 million cu.m per day, providing roughly 95% of the urban population with access to clean water.

First public electric bus route in Con Dao Special Zone starts December 25

Electric bus Route No. 173 runs through 39 passenger pick-up and drop-off points, directly linking two locations with high travel demand — Con Dao Airport and Con Dao Market.

Da Nang police bust bribery ring linked to $2.6 billion money laundering case

Da Nang police have arrested five suspects accused of offering bribes and brokering payoffs in connection with a major money laundering case worth 67,000 billion VND.

AI cameras streamline traffic flow across six major Hanoi streets

Hanoi has begun applying AI-based traffic control systems on six major streets to manage signal timing dynamically, aiming to reduce congestion and create continuous “green waves.”

HCM City submits plan to build Can Gio Bridge & Phu My 2 Bridge under PPP model

The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has submitted to the municipal People’s Council for approval of investment guidelines for the Can Gio and Phu My 2 bridge projects - two strategic transport works set to enhance regional connectivity.

Body found burned in Gia Lai cemetery, suspected self-immolation

Police in Gia Lai are investigating a burned body found in a cemetery in Pleiku, suspected to be a case of self-immolation.

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City glow in Christmas colors

From Hanoi’s St. Joseph’s Cathedral to Saigon’s Notre Dame, thousands of people filled the streets on Christmas Eve, embracing the festive glow and joyful spirit of the season.

Christmas in Vietnam: From imported festival to shared community celebration

In recent days, people in Hanoi, other major cities, and Catholic parishes nationwide have been joyfully welcoming Christmas 2025.

Appeal verdict in Thuan An Group case: Defendants get reduced sentences

The appellate panel of the Supreme People’s Court in Hanoi on December 24 handed down its verdict in the case involving Thuan An Group and several related units and localities.

Hue glows with warmth, solidarity as Christmas season arrives

As Christmas draws near, a sacred and joyful atmosphere is spreading across parishes, churches and streets throughout the central city of Hue.