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Mud eruption in Hanoi alley triggers evacuation of households

The Hanoi Urban Railway Management Board has arranged temporary housing for five households and provided business interruption support to one shop following a sudden mud eruption in Giang Van Minh alley.

Chinese man caught after stealing nearly $78,000 in safebreaking spree

Within less than six months, Huang Shaoning and an accomplice carried out four safebreaking thefts at homes, government offices, and businesses in Quang Tri province, stealing nearly 2 billion VND (approximately $78,000).

Father of Miss Grand International 2021 pays compensation in fraud case

The father of Miss Grand International 2021 Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien has paid $126,000 to help compensate for her involvement in a candy advertising fraud case.

Police ministry suggests ankle monitors for young first-time offenders

In a newly released draft decree, the Ministry of Public Security is seeking public input on regulations detailing community-based diversion measures, electronic monitoring, and reintegration for minors in conflict with the law.

Tomb halts road project in Hai Phong as family refuses relocation

A tomb located directly in the middle of a residential road in Hai Phong has drawn public attention, with local authorities still struggling to resolve its relocation.

Deputy PM urges Long Thanh Airport to meet 5-star global standards

On September 7, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha, along with a government delegation, conducted a site inspection and held a working session with relevant units on the progress of phase one of the Long Thanh International Airport project.

Hanoi launches $2.2 billion belt road project to boost regional connectivity

Work has started on a key section of the Belt Road No. 4 – Hanoi Capital Region expressway, one of the largest infrastructure projects in northern Vietnam, with a total investment of more than 56 trillion VND (around 2.2 billion USD).

HCM City inaugurates mural honouring Vietnam–Cuba ties

A mural celebrating the enduring friendship between Vietnam and Cuba was inaugurated at the Cuban Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City on September 6.

Con Dao connected to national grid

Con Dao island now has access to electricity from the national grid, bettering the lives of locals in Ho Chi Minh City’s special zone.

Vietnamese language nurtures love for national culture in Czech Republic

The grand finale of the Honouring the Vietnamese Language 2025 contest was held on September 6 at the Sapa Trade Centre, a hub of the Vietnamese community in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic.

A nation of faith: Vietnam embraces 16 religions, 28 million followers

Religions in Vietnam play a powerful role in shaping culture, social welfare, and national development, with nearly 95% of the population practicing a belief.

Nghe An man loses both arms, goes viral with videos attracting millions of views

Despite facing numerous challenges in cooking, filming, and editing videos, a young man from Nghe An persists in his efforts to spread inspiration and optimism.

32 banks, e-wallets mobilised to ensure National Day gift distribution

As many as 32 institutions have linked with the VNeID electronic identification platform to support the distribution of gifts and social welfare payments delivered on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

Heroes remembered in every home: The village with 503 martyrs

In Cam Sa, July 27 is a day of shared grief and pride, where the entire village honors those who gave their lives for peace.

Farmer built major seafood export business from scratch over last 15 years

Switching from shrimp to seabass farming, Vo Dien Trung Dung in the Mekong Delta annually supplies thousands of tons of fish for export from his 40ha farm, worth hundreds of billion of VND.

Man sells durians from truck in HCMC late at night with quirky rules

A man uses his personal pickup truck to sell durians on the streets in HCMC, and despite setting odd rules, he attracts a steady stream of customers from early evening to late night.

President Ho Chi Minh’s foster daughter honors Vietnam with priceless gift

Elisabeth Aubrac donates a historic record and recalls her family’s deep connection with Vietnam’s revolution.

Nearly 470 billion USD to fund rural development, poverty reduction in 2026–2035

Funding will come from the central budget, local budgets, capital from national and local programmes, credit, businesses' support, and contributions by people.

Hanoi approves metro line 5 route from Van Cao to Hoa Lac

Hanoi has finalized the route and station layout for metro line 5, aiming to improve regional connectivity and ease urban transport pressure.

Rescue teams save Russian tourists lost on Co Tien peak in Nha Trang

Late-night rescue mission brings relief as Russian travelers are found safe on Co Tien Mountain in central Vietnam.