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Vietnam to officially switch to biofuels from June 1, 2026

Vietnam will officially transition to the use of E5 and E10 biofuels from June 1, 2026 in line with a roadmap prepared over many years by the Government and relevant ministries and sectors.

Vietjet adds nearly 1,800 flights for peak Lunar New Year travel

Passengers planning to travel during the Tet peak period are advised to book tickets early to secure suitable flight schedules.

The sacred year-end feast of the Dao people in Thanh Hoa

Each year-end, Dao families reunite to prepare Tet Nam Cung - an ancestral feast that reflects their deep cultural roots and communal values.

Vietnam delegation joins opening of SSEAYP 49 with Japanese Prime Minister

The 49th Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program opens in Tokyo, fostering dialogue and cooperation among over 180 young leaders.

‘Online abduction’: The silent trap Gen Z is most vulnerable to

‘Online abduction’ scams isolate victims emotionally, targeting Gen Z with scripts that manipulate fear and shame.

The fire never sleeps: A Da Nang village keeps its Tet tradition alive

In the heart of Da Nang, generations of artisans rise before dawn to keep a centuries-old craft alive, one sesame cracker at a time.

Hanoi’s AI-powered camera system shows initial positive results

From December 13, 2025 to January 12, 2026, the system recorded 6,351 cases eligible for automated traffic enforcement, with red-light violations accounting for 66.36% and helmet violations 32.32%.

HCM City's Rach Chiec to host 70,000-seat indoor stadium

With a total investment of more than 145 trillion VND (5.2 billion USD), the highlight of the project is a stadium with up to 70,000 seats, featuring a retractable roof and one of the most advanced air-conditioning systems currently available.

Former chief judge of High-level People’s Court in Da Nang faces legal action

Nguyen Van Buong, former senior judge and former Chief Judge of the High-level People’s Court in Da Nang, faces the charge of "accepting bribe" under Point a, Clause 4, Article 354 of the Penal Code.

Hanoi Metro carries nearly 21 million passengers last year

​Revenue from the Cat Linh–Ha Dong line alone reached nearly 98 billion VND, up 26.6% from plan and almost 29 % year on year.

Vietnam busts massive online scam ring, repatriates 74 suspects from Cambodia

Vietnamese police raided fraud hotspots in Cambodia and are now interrogating suspects linked to hundreds of billions of dong in losses.

Vietnam’s passport rises five places in global ranking

Vietnam’s passport has climbed five positions in the latest global ranking released by the Henley Passport Index on January 13, reaching 86th place - a notable rise from its 2025 standing.

Decades of dedication: Grandma’s $1 meals win hearts in Hanoi alley

At 81, Do Thi Huong still rises at dawn to cook and serve meals at her one-square-meter “count-the-dishes” food stall in Ba Dinh District.

The silver-haired gym warrior of Saigon

Despite his white hair and beard, Ung A Paul, a 71-year-old man in Ho Chi Minh City, continues to hit the gym and practice sword dance four hours a day - drawing admiration wherever he goes.

Targeted policies help reduce educational gap for ethnic minority students

Thanks to coordinated investment in boarding and semi-boarding schools along with specific policies, education in ethnic minority and mountainous areas is undergoing clear and positive changes.

Northern Vietnam braces for cold snap, Hanoi could plunge to 10°C

A powerful cold air mass is forecast to sweep into northern Vietnam early next week, potentially sending temperatures in Hanoi down to 10°C and triggering severe cold across northern and north-central provinces.

Vietnam performs first-ever 3D endoscopic heart surgery

Doctors in Ho Chi Minh City have successfully replaced an aortic valve and performed coronary bypass using full 3D endoscopy for the first time in Vietnam.

Disinformation spreads over Hanoi’s Red River bridge developments

Hanoi authorities have issued a public warning about the spread of misinformation and distorted narratives targeting the city’s ongoing transportation infrastructure projects - particularly the construction of seven new bridges across the Red River.

Hai Phong defends iconic pate brand amid food safety scandal

Hai Phong officials have confirmed that its famous local pate is unrelated to the canned product at the center of a food safety investigation involving Halong Canfoco.

Hanoi traffic rerouted for 14th National Party Congress

Temporary bans and restricted zones on key roads in and around Hanoi will be enforced during the 14th National Party Congress to maintain order and safety.