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E-commerce fraud rises as fake shippers exploit leaked personal data

A surge in impersonation scams has prompted Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security to target illegal trading of personal data.

Before Tet even begins, peach blossom craze takes over Hanoi’s online markets

Even before Tet arrives, ‘dao huyen’ peach blossoms are selling out fast as online vendors report thousands of branches sold.

Frost forms on Mau Son peak in northern Vietnam

Frost appeared on Mau Son peak early this morning as temperatures dipped to just 0.1°C, drawing visitors and triggering school closures.

Ho Chi Minh City landmarks undergo facelift for Tet celebrations

In the lead-up to Tet Binh Ngo 2026, Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating its efforts to refresh some of its most iconic landmarks, including Ben Thanh Market, Phu Dong roundabout, and Turtle Lake.

Vietnam, Netherlands join forces to tackle saltwater intrusion in Mekong Delta

A forum on Vietnam-Netherlands cooperation to address saltwater intrusion in crop production in the Mekong Delta was held in the local Can Tho city on January 21. The event was co-organised by the Embassy of the Netherlands and Can Tho University.

13th Party Congress: sustainable poverty reduction with people at the center

Poverty reduction is one of the outstanding achievements of the 13th National Party Congress term. Poverty reduction targets consistently meet or exceed the goals set by the National Assembly and the Government.

Vietnam to require biometric verification for all mobile phone users

Starting March 2026, mobile subscribers in Vietnam must undergo biometric verification to clean up telecom data.

HCMC plans to break ground on 14 major transport infrastructure projects in 2026

Ho Chi Minh City plans to commence construction on 14 key transport infrastructure projects in 2026, as part of a broader list of 77 priority works scheduled for implementation during the 2026–2030 period.

Foreign scam ring uncovered in Hanoi luxury villas

Authorities in Hanoi have uncovered a foreign-run online scam operation hidden inside two luxury villas, exposing a sophisticated cybercrime ring targeting victims abroad.

Hanoi approves revised Red River zoning plan covering 11,000 hectares

The new master zoning plan along a 40-km stretch of the Red River targets a population of up to 350,000 by 2045, with a bold vision for urban renewal and flood resilience.

Hanoi cancels high-rise project on prime Giang Vo land

Hanoi has officially revoked the decision to convert land use at 11–13 Nguyen Chi Thanh in Giang Vo Ward, marking the end of a long-stalled high-rise development project on one of the city's most valuable land plots.

Foreign man saved from cardiac shock at Da Nang hospital

A 23-year-old South Korean national suffering from severe myocarditis, cardiac shock, and respiratory failure was successfully revived by doctors at Da Nang Hospital, thanks to rapid and highly coordinated emergency care.

Rescue teams save two foreign tourists trapped on rock reef in Dak Lak

Authorities in Dak Lak Province have successfully rescued two international tourists who were swept into a rocky area by strong waves while swimming at Bai Tien beach.

Man fined for offering drugs to Western tourists in Hanoi

Authorities have issued an administrative fine to a Vietnamese man identified as H.Q.K for appearing in a video inviting foreign tourists to use illegal drugs in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

Fake food ring busted in Vietnam, CEO Doan Trung Duc indicted

Authorities have uncovered a massive counterfeit food production ring linked to Medistar Vietnam’s CEO, Doan Trung Duc, with estimated revenue nearing $72 million.

Vietnam to officially switch to biofuels from June 1, 2026

Vietnam will officially transition to the use of E5 and E10 biofuels from June 1, 2026 in line with a roadmap prepared over many years by the Government and relevant ministries and sectors.

Vietjet adds nearly 1,800 flights for peak Lunar New Year travel

Passengers planning to travel during the Tet peak period are advised to book tickets early to secure suitable flight schedules.

The sacred year-end feast of the Dao people in Thanh Hoa

Each year-end, Dao families reunite to prepare Tet Nam Cung - an ancestral feast that reflects their deep cultural roots and communal values.

Vietnam delegation joins opening of SSEAYP 49 with Japanese Prime Minister

The 49th Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program opens in Tokyo, fostering dialogue and cooperation among over 180 young leaders.

‘Online abduction’: The silent trap Gen Z is most vulnerable to

‘Online abduction’ scams isolate victims emotionally, targeting Gen Z with scripts that manipulate fear and shame.