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Vietnamese people to get cash gift on National Day

Each Vietnamese citizen will receive 100,000 VND (3.79 USD) as gift on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day – September 2.

HCM City aims to join global Top 100 liveable cities

To reach the Top 100, each ward and commune must be liveable with civilised urban areas, advanced science, technology and digital transformation, and strong economy, said Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Van Duoc.

80th National Day: Foreign visitors impressed by VN community spirit, pride

These days in Hanoi, not only locals but also many international tourists and foreigners living and working here are experiencing the special atmosphere as the capital is adorned with flags and flowers to celebrate the 80th National Day.

Hanoi traffic chaos: Major roads gridlocked on August 28

By early afternoon, several key roads in Hanoi were paralyzed with kilometers of congestion.

Vietnam police bust crypto fraud network, freeze assets over USD 16M

Police in Lao Cai province have dismantled a nationwide fraud network involving illegal cryptocurrency investment schemes worth tens of trillions of dong. Luxury assets, including Mercedes-Benz and BMW cars, valued at over USD 16 million were seized.

Hanoi restricts traffic on key roads for National Day event

Hanoi will restrict vehicles on three major routes from August 28 to September 5 for the 80th National Day exhibition.

Exhibition showcases Vietnam’s ethnic and religious heritage

This morning, Minister Dao Ngoc Dung visited the ethnic and religious exhibition space organized by the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs as part of the national exhibition “80 Years of Independence - Freedom - Happiness.”

American suspect arrested 15 hours after daring PNJ gold shop robbery in Da Nang

Da Nang police arrested an American man who staged a violent robbery at a PNJ gold shop, stealing 20 pieces of jewelry worth nearly USD 32,700, just under 15 hours after the incident.

Thousands flee as floods swamp Thanh Hoa, homes and animals submerged

In Vietnam’s flood-prone heartland, villagers respond with courage to nature’s sudden fury.

Vietnam opens grand exhibition marking 80 years of national achievements

General Secretary and Prime Minister attend the opening of Vietnam’s largest-ever exhibition, celebrating 80 years of achievement.

Plan approved to build police waterway ports, stations nationwide

The scheme, to be implemented nationwide from 2025 to 2030, is designed to modernise infrastructure and equipment for the waterway police force, thus enhancing their operational capacity.

Plan issued to implement national strategy for the elderly

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has unveiled a comprehensive plan to implement the National Strategy for the Elderly through 2035, aiming to promote their roles in culture, family, sports and tourism.

100 new houses handed over to poor ethnic minorities in Quang Tri

The new residences in Truong Son are designed to meet standards for safety, durability, functionality, and aesthetics, while incorporating local traditions.

Typhoon Kajiki leaves five dead and three missing

Typhoon Kajiki and its subsequent circulation left five dead, three missing, 47 injured and a trail of destruction across northern and central Vietnam by 16:00 on August 27.

Airlines, railways ramp up services ahead of National Day

In addition to increasing flights on high-demand routes, especially those to and from Hanoi around the holiday, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has instructed carriers to strictly comply with domestic air transport pricing regulations.

Five million children suffer from vision problems due to bad habits

Nearly 5 million school-aged children in Vietnam are living with refractive errors, mostly nearsightedness, with higher rates in big cities compared to rural areas.

Heart-pounding rescue saves 22-year-old man from scam den in Cambodia

Trapped in a Cambodian scam den, Ro Mah Giu from Gia Lai endured constant abuse and was sold between companies. But after months in what was a living hell, Giu was rescued by authorities.

Unexpected flood leaves foreign tourists in awe of Hanoi’s people

Many foreign tourists were stunned by the heavy rainfall and deep flooding in Hanoi on the morning of August 26, caused by the effects of Typhoon No. 5.

Flash floods devastate Lang Son, isolate villages and destroy roads

Torrential rains triggered by Storm Kajiki have caused widespread flooding and landslides across mountainous districts in Lang Son Province, severely damaging infrastructure and cutting off access to multiple residential areas.

Hanoians line streets for hours in rain to watch parade rehearsal

Hundreds gather early along Hanoi's streets despite the weather to secure spots for tonight’s military parade rehearsal.