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HCM City’s officials, artists play charity football match for Cuba

A friendly football match at Thong Nhat Stadium saw Ho Chi Minh City’s officials and civil servants take on a squad of local artists, all to toast 50 years of the city’s vibrant arts and literature scene while raising funds for Cuba.

Discipline concerns rise as schools ban suspensions

Disciplining students has always been a sensitive topic, requiring a balance between firmness and compassion.

Bridge underpasses in HCM City may become public parking and sports zones

To tackle land scarcity, the city plans to convert bridge underpasses into organized public zones for vehicles and recreation.

Suspected $8 million ponzi scheme triggers chaos in Ho Chi Minh City

Hundreds in Ho Chi Minh City confront a woman accused of running a fraudulent savings scheme worth over USD 8 million.

Vietnam promotes safe reproductive health for youth amid rising teen pregnancies

According to a 2022 report by the Ministry of Health, pregnancies among adolescents aged 15–19 account for 2.5–3% of the national total, with about 3,000 abortions recorded annually at public health facilities.

HCM City: Over 17,000 women receive cash aid for having two children before 35

More than 17,000 women in Ho Chi Minh City who have two children before turning 35 have received cash aid of either 3 million VND (113 USD) or 5 million VND.

Vietnam’s affordable, skilled healthcare system ready for global health tourism

With world-class techniques and low costs, Vietnam is gearing up to compete internationally in the lucrative medical tourism sector.

First calibration flight lands at Vietnam’s mega airport Long Thanh

A calibration aircraft approached Long Thanh’s runway this morning, marking a milestone ahead of its official launch.

HCM City revises urban rail investment priorities to 2035

Ho Chi Minh City is reviewing and proposing adjustments to its urban railway projects to better align with the city’s development needs following its recent administrative merger.

Hanoi to commence new square near Hoan Kiem Lake

Construction will begin on a new public square and park on the eastern side of Hoan Kiem Lake before October 10.

Ca Mau airport to close for upgrade

Ca Mau Airport will be closed from 7:00 am on October 30, 2025, to 11:59 pm on October 31, 2026, to implement a major expansion and upgrade project.

HCM City seeks solutions to return to bicycle-friendly era

Creating favourable conditions will motivate residents to use bicycles instead of personal motor vehicles, helping to change travel habits in the city.

Hanoi braces for typhoon Ragasa, mayor advises residents to stay home

With super typhoon Ragasa closing in, Hanoi officials urge people to avoid travel and prepare for severe weather over the next 48 hours.

Storm Ragasa forces universities to delay graduations and cancel ceremonies

Several universities in northern Vietnam have been forced to postpone graduation ceremonies and cancel new school year celebrations as super typhoon Ragasa approaches.

Ninh Binh bonsai trees fetch record prices after decades of care

Vi Khe village artisans are selling centuries-old trees for hundreds of thousands of dollars, built from a legacy of patience and passion.

Da Nang opens $590,000 cultural center to preserve Co Tu heritage

The newly inaugurated Ta Lang - Gian Bi Community Cultural and Tourism Center in Hai Van ward is both a cultural preservation site for the Co Tu people and an emerging destination for visitors to explore Da Nang’s ethnic heritage.

Tet train tickets hit record-high prices, yet first customer books 10 tickets

The first customer for Tet tickets arrived at Saigon Station at 2 am to book 10 tickets to ensure a safe journey home to celebrate Tet, which falls in mid-February next year.

Vietnam cancels dozens of flights due to Super Typhoon Ragasa

Super Typhoon Ragasa has forced airlines across Vietnam to cancel or reschedule dozens of flights to protect passengers and crew.

Ho Chi Minh City invests in first dedicated bike corridor

Ho Chi Minh City will build a nearly 6 km dedicated bike lane on Mai Chi Tho Boulevard starting October 2025.

Hanoi plans $190 million riverside park along To Lich River

Hanoi is planning a major riverside park along To Lich River, spanning 12 wards and costing over VND 4,600 billion, as part of the city's urban renewal strategy.