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Vietnamese delicacies or deadly choices? Raw pork under scrutiny

Experts warn against consuming raw blood pudding and undercooked pork, which are causing severe and sometimes fatal bacterial infections in Vietnam.

Vietnam police bust $2 million digital currency scam led by HCM City man

Authorities arrested the mastermind behind a crypto fraud scheme that conned thousands through a fake token and investment website.

HCM City greenlights $3.8 billion investment for two new metro lines

Ho Chi Minh City has officially tasked relevant agencies with preparing investments for two inter-provincial metro lines connecting the city with neighboring Binh Duong province, with a total estimated cost exceeding $3.8 billion.

Hanoi to add 1,000 buses to meet travel surge during National Day holiday

Hanoi Transport Station JSC plans to add 1,000 buses to best meet public travel demand during the National Day holiday from August 30 to September 2.

Too poor to marry, too burdened to give birth: The social housing dilemma

Vietnam’s housing crisis is deepening fears of marriage and childbirth among the urban young.

Massive drug ring busted in 7-second takedown in Da Nang

After a 7-hour stakeout, police in Da Nang stormed two vehicles and arrested suspects in a massive drug ring, seizing nearly 300 kg of narcotics.

Vietnam to launch USD 50 billion in projects across 34 provinces

On August 19, Vietnam will inaugurate and break ground on 250 projects nationwide, including major highways, bridges, and a new airport.

Man traffics 16 victims to Golden Triangle with fake job offers

A 26-year-old trafficker deceived job seekers into scam operations under brutal conditions.

Nearly 100 join search for missing tourist in Cuc Phuong forest

Search teams in Ninh Binh deploy sniffer dogs after a man disappeared near a forest cave.

Two teenagers drown while paddleboarding off An Giang coast

Two young tourists drowned while paddleboarding at a beach in Tien Hai Commune, An Giang Province, after their inflatable board overturned due to strong waves.

Youth nationwide join “I Love My Fatherland” flag salute ceremony

More than 500 young people of Hanoi participated in a central-level flag salute ceremony named “I Love My Fatherland,” organised by the Vietnam Youth Federation on August 16 at Van Xuan garden (Hang Dau post).

8,800 volunteers ready for National Day celebration

As many as 8,800 volunteers gathered at Hang Day Stadium in Hanoi on August 16, preparing to serve the celebrations of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).

A battle after war: Life inside Vietnam’s veteran mental health center

Carrying the wounds of war, severely injured veterans being cared for at the Kim Bang Center for War Invalids in Ninh Binh live with chronic mental illness. Each day is a quiet, relentless battle.

The Elephant King of Vietnam and his gift to Thailand’s monarchy

After capturing an exceptionally rare albino elephant with jet-black tusks, Y Thu K'nul gifted it to the King of Thailand and was honored with the noble title “Khunjunop” - the Elephant King.

Fourth full-dress joint rehearsal held in preparation for National Day parade

The rehearsal, chaired by Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang, included two parts: Party and State ceremonies, as well as the parade and march.

National walking programme launched nationwide

Nhan Dan Newspaper, in coordination with the Ministry of Public Security, launched a national walking programme on the morning of August 16, with the participation of people and armed forces across 34 provinces and cities.

Hanoi announces traffic restrictions for “Proud to be Vietnamese” programme

Hanoi's Department of Public Security has issued a traffic regulation plan to ensure security and order for the art and political programme “Proud to be Vietnamese” on August 17 at the square of My Dinh National Stadium.

Vietnam cancels over 1,000 flights in first seven months of 2025

Vietnam’s airlines face cancellations and delays, with Noi Bai and Tan Son Nhat preparing for surges.

Lost son returns after 45 years, revealing shocking truth about disappearance

Missing for 45 years and once thought dead by his family, a man unexpectedly reunited with his kin.

Foreign gamblers jailed for illegal poker at Hanoi club

Five foreign nationals were sentenced for joining a large-scale poker gambling ring at Lucas Palace in Hanoi.