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Vietnam collects nearly 1.75 million blood units in 2025

In 2025 alone, 1.75 million units of blood were donated, 98% from volunteers, highlighting a growing culture of compassion.

Politburo approves list of 29 mass organizations with official mandates

The Politburo and the Secretariat have approved a list of 29 civic associations at the central level that are assigned mandates by the Communist Party and the State.

Two teens rescued after drifting 40km across hydropower lake

Two teenage boys from Gia Lai were rescued after drifting more than 40km on Se San hydropower lake due to fuel exhaustion and disorientation.

Grave incident sparks nationwide inspection of social welfare centers

After a trainee died just two days into enrollment at Hai Ha Social Protection Center, Vietnam's Ministry of Health has ordered sweeping inspections of all welfare facilities nationwide.

Centuries-old woodworking village thrives on Tet altar boom

As Tet approaches, carpentry workshops in Dang Chuong village, now part of Van Thang commune in Ninh Binh province, are buzzing with activity.

US$1,200 kumquat tree stuns Tet buyers in Hanoi’s famed flower village

After 10 years of shaping, a horse-shaped kumquat tree worth over USD 1,200 has become the centerpiece of Tu Lien flower village in Hanoi ahead of Tet.

93-year-old man in HCM City drives to ‘bring bride home’ again after 60 years

The wedding anniversary of an elderly couple in Ho Chi Minh City was celebrated like a real wedding, complete with a bridal procession, ring exchange, champagne pouring, congratulatory speeches, and a festive banquet.

Homeland Spring 2026 set for February 8

The Homeland 2026 Spring programme, themed “Vietnam’s Aspiration: Peace and Prosperity”, will be held on February 8 in Hanoi, according to the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

PM urges completion of Quang Trung Campaign before Party Congress, Tet

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 7 urged the swift completion of the “Quang Trung Campaign” to rebuild storm-hit homes in central Vietnam before the 14th Party Congress and Lunar New Year.

Hanoi’s Tet bonus disparity widens, private sector leads with $25,000 payouts

As Tet approaches, Hanoi’s private sector outpaces others with unprecedented holiday bonuses for employees, reaching up to $25,000.

Millions of Vietnamese war contributors to receive Tet gifts in 2026

Millions of Vietnamese citizens who contributed to the country’s revolutionary cause will receive gifts during the upcoming Binh Ngo Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026, with individual grants of either $25 or $12.50, depending on eligibility.

Hanoi to mandate waste sorting, permit refusal of unsorted garbage

Under the new rules, household waste must be separated at source into recyclable materials, food waste and hazardous waste.

VN takes actions to combat desertification, ensure sustainable land

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has issued the national action plan on combating desertification through 2030, with a vision to 2050.

HCM City pilots UAVs for delivery services

HCM City aims to promote UAV use in urban delivery while fostering UAVs as a strategic technology sector underpinning the innovation ecosystem.

A year in the soil: The quiet craft behind Vietnam’s prized kumquat trees

Những ngày này, người dân vùng trồng quất cảnh Nam Phong (phường Vị Khê, tỉnh Ninh Bình) đang tất bật cắt tỉa, tạo dáng cây, chuẩn bị cho mùa vụ quan trọng nhất năm.

‘Heaven’s gift’ from the highlands: The garlic that grows alone & sells out fast

Harvested sporadically with low yield, this delicacy remains highly sought after despite its steep price, with food lovers willingly spending millions of dong to have it shipped hundreds of kilometers from Son La.

Passenger bus overturns in Son La, 11 injured in early morning crash

At around 5:00 a.m. on January 5, a passenger coach traveling from Quang Ninh to Song Ma overturned on National Highway 37 in the northern province of Son La, injuring 11 of the 22 passengers on board.

Vietnam adds 41 more entry points for e-visa travelers

The Vietnamese government has just issued Resolution No. 389/NQ-CP, expanding the list of international checkpoints where foreigners can enter and exit the country using electronic visas (e-visas).

Hanoi unveils giant snake-shaped cultural center near completion

A snake-shaped cultural complex is taking form in Viet Hung Ward, Hanoi, as workers race to complete the final stages of construction.

Vietnam makes steady strides in eradicating illiteracy among ethnic minorities

Vietnam is seeing marked improvements in school attendance and literacy among ethnic minority (EM) children - especially at the primary level - where many groups have already met or surpassed the 2025 national target of over 97% enrollment.