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Hospital “treatment first, payment later” model introduced

The healthcare sector is piloting a new model that allows individuals to register with a bank for a medical fee guarantee covering their entire family, enabling hospitals to offer "treat first, pay later”.

A steel horse made of 94 place names captivates Da Nang

Appearing along the Han River, a four-meter-high steel horse has quickly drawn attention as its entire body is assembled from the names of 94 wards, communes and special zones of Da Nang.

Southern Airports Authority issues key advice for Tet travelers at Tan Son Nhat

With more than one flight taking off or landing every minute on peak days, passengers are urged to carefully check terminal information before heading to the airport.

A Berlin tram stop now bears the Vietnamese name Dong Xuan

In the heart of Germany’s capital, a distinctly Vietnamese name has officially appeared on the public transport map: Dong Xuan.

Vietnamese workers to enjoy nine consecutive days off for Tet 2026

Under an approved plan, civil servants and public employees in Vietnam will have a nine-day break for the 2026 Lunar New Year, combining public holidays and weekends.

Dong Thap grows over 2.25 million ornamental flower pots for Tet

Farmers in the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap have so far prepared more than 2.25 million pots of ornamental flowers for the Lunar New Year (Tet), one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year.

Co To to offer free vessel trips to/from island on 29th day of last lunar month

During the Lunar New Year 2026 (Tet) holiday, transport services between the mainland and Co To special zone will be maintained to meet travel demand, ensure the supply of essential goods and serve tourists.

Ho Chi Minh City rolls out free Friday bus travel via e-wallets

Bus passengers in Ho Chi Minh City will be able to ride free every Friday throughout 2026 when paying fares through e-wallets, the city’s Public Transport Management Centre announced on February 4.

Nameplate of Hoang Sa Special Zone People’s Committee inaugurated in Da Nang

The People's Committee of the Hoang Sa Special Zone, Da Nang City, on February 4 held a ceremony to inaugurate the nameplate of the Hoang Sa Special Zone People's Committee at the Hoang Sa Exhibition House in Son Tra ward.

Driver involved in accident killing Vietnamese brothers in Germany prosecuted

Frankfurt prosecutors have charged driver Mohammad S. with negligent homicide and speeding over a July 2025 crash that killed 23-year-old Vietnamese twins Duy Quang and Quang Minh.

Hanoi launches pilot mechanism for public interest civil litigation

A signing ceremony of a coordination mechanism between various agencies for piloting public interest civil litigation initiated by the Hanoi People’s Procuracy was held on February 4.

Khanh Hoa’s ornamental grape trees sell out before Tet

As Tet (Lunar New Year) draws near, ornamental grape trees in Khanh Hoa have entered peak season - burdened with ripe, ruby-red fruit and meticulously sculpted into eye-catching forms.

Ben Thanh Market reopens with vibrant makeover for Tet

The newly reopened Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City is drawing crowds of residents and visitors alike, all eager to catch a glimpse - and a photo - of the beloved landmark’s fresh new look just in time for Tet (Lunar New Year).

PM orders crackdown on drunk driving during Tet

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has signed an urgent directive on behalf of the Prime Minister, calling for enhanced transport coordination and traffic safety measures during the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet) and spring festival season.

Farmers spend millions daily to delay peach bloom ahead of Tet

Unseasonal weather and a leap year have led peach trees in Hanoi to bloom weeks ahead of schedule, prompting growers to spend millions of VND each day in efforts to delay the harvest and protect their Tet (Lunar New Year) season.

Average Tet bonus rises to 8.69 million VND per worker

Over 50,000 businesses report a 13% increase in average Lunar New Year (Tet) bonuses in 2026.

New national program targets poverty reduction and rural renewal

The Minister of Agriculture and Environment has issued Decision No. 417, approving the National Target Program (NTP) for the period 2026–2035, with Phase I spanning from 2026 to 2030.

Rare 'praying hands' bananas spark Tet shopping frenzy in Vietnam

A rare banana variety shaped like folded praying hands is attracting buyers across Vietnam ahead of Tet (Lunar New Year), with some willing to pay premium prices just to display the fruit.

Da Nang angler lands 63kg king mackerel after intense hour-long battle

An unforgettable day on Son Tra peninsula as a veteran fisherman hooks a rare giant mackerel and hauls it home after a grueling mountain trek.

‘Online kidnapping’ can be the starting point of human trafficking: police

HCMC Police have observed that even the best students can be scammed by people impersonating police officers or authorities fraudulently accusing them of illegal activities and extorting them for money.