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Lien Khuong Airport to close in March 2026 for major upgrades

Lam Dong's key airport will shut down after Lunar New Year 2026 for renovations to meet growing travel demand.

Vietnamese minimalist icon Le Thiet Cuong passes away at 63

Celebrated minimalist artist Le Thiet Cuong passed away at 6:55 PM on July 17 after a period of battling cancer. He was 63 years old.

HCM City considers EV loans as it eyes full electric transition

City proposes to replace all gas-powered bikes by 2029, offering tax breaks and loan programs.

Gia Binh airport upgrade to ease Noi Bai load, reach 50 million passengers

Vietnam adjusts national airport plan to include Gia Binh, aiming to ease Noi Bai’s load by 2030.

HCM City–Long Thanh Expressway faces partial closures for repairs

A key section of the Ho Chi Minh City - Long Thanh - Dau Giay Expressway will be partially closed for maintenance until mid-August, as authorities carry out structural repairs and upgrades to the route’s Intelligent Transportation System (ITS).

Military, police forces join first rehearsal for 80th National Day celebration

Vietnam’s military and police forces conducted a comprehensive joint rehearsal at National Military Training Centre No. 4 on July 17 in preparation for the grand celebration marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

Spouses of ABAC III delegates captivated by Lan Ha Bay

The trip was a valuable opportunity for the guests to explore the natural landscape and heritage value of the trans-provincial world natural heritage site, Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago.

Traffic police to issue violation notices to drivers within 2 hours

The police have announced a plan to intensify camera-based enforcement and notify vehicle owners of violations in no more than two hours. While applauding the decision, many drivers are concerned about technical errors and lack of feedback channels.

How has Hanoi prepared for the gasoline-powered motorcycle ban?

To reduce traffic congestion and environmental pollution, Hanoi is implementing a roadmap to restrict and eventually ban gasoline-powered motorcycles, initially within Ring Road 1 by mid-2026.

Maggots found in Da Nang hamburger horrify local customer

A woman in Da Nang found maggots in her half-eaten hamburger, sparking outrage and prompting an official food safety inspection.

Vietnam rebuilds over 95% of dilapidated homes ahead of August deadline

More than 264,000 out of 277,000 substandard homes have been rebuilt or repaired nationwide.

Vietnamese ringleader busted for cross-border scam in Golden Triangle

On June 17, authorities in Dien Bien Province announced that, in coordination with Lao police, they had successfully dismantled this high-tech scam network based deep within the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone.

Neutral ENSO fuels climate uncertainty for Vietnam’s second half of 2025

Vietnam braces for unpredictable weather as ENSO holds neutral through late 2025.

Vietnamese rice expertise delivers gains in Cuba’s struggling fields

Under Cuba’s blazing sun, Vietnamese rice expert Tran Thi Tham stood amid a sea of golden fields, eyeing the hefty rice stalks - her hard-fought victory alongside local farmers battling fuel shortages, power cuts, and outdated farming practices.

VN expands nationwide ticket sales for Gia Lam–Nanning int'l rail service

Vietnam Railways (VNR) has launched nationwide ticket sales for the Gia Lam – Nanning international passenger train service, starting July 16.

Deadly Hanoi crash: Car plows into multiple vehicles, kills one

A Hanoi street became the site of chaos as a driver slammed into multiple vehicles, leaving one dead.

AirAsia launches Hai Phong – Bangkok direct route

AirAsia launched its latest direct route between Vietnam's northern port city of Hai Phong and Thailand's Bangkok on July 16, operating four weekly flights on every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

Vietnam proposes $25 million support for mothers of two children before 35

The Ministry of Health aims to reverse record-low birth rates and gender imbalances with new financial incentives and population quality initiatives.

Banh mi scandal: $7.80 sandwich at Noi Bai triggers government response

A $7.80 banh mi sold at Noi Bai Airport sparked criticism over inflated food prices.

Tay Ninh, Chungcheongnam launch youth volunteer, cultural exchange programme

Yu Esdeo, head of the institute's division of youth affairs, said the friendship and cooperation between the two localities have been nurtured for the past two decades.