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Architect spends decade tracing photos to uncover grave of 900 soldiers

An architect's decade-long effort to trace three wartime photographs has helped identify the suspected location of a mass grave containing nearly 900 soldiers killed during the 1968 Tet Offensive.

Single father of 27 years weeps at birthday party organized by his son

A video of a young man from Hanoi inviting his friends to secretly organize a birthday party for his father has attracted 1.8 million views and over 300,000 likes on TikTok.

Digital waves bring new opportunities to ethnic minority communities

In Vietnam’s mountainous regions, digital transformation is creating more than connectivity - it is opening new pathways out of poverty.

Hanoi to break ground on five metro lines worth over $50 billion

Hanoi is preparing to begin construction on five major metro projects that city leaders hope will become the backbone of a modern public transport system.

Family of 10 children stays closely connected across generations

A couple in Vietnam's central province of Nghe An have raised 10 children, and four of their daughters ended up marrying men from the same village, living just 50-100 meters from their childhood home.

Four dead in suspected love-triangle killings in northern Vietnam

Authorities in Bac Ninh Province are investigating a homicide case that left four people dead and one injured, with preliminary findings suggesting the incident may have stemmed from a personal relationship dispute.

Month for listening to people to be held nationwide

Vice President and General Secretary of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee Ha Thi Nga on June 18 signed a plan to organise activities in the “Month for listening to the people”.

World Cup excitement fuels responsible fandom among Hanoi youth

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 captivates fans worldwide, the tournament’s excitement has swept through Hanoi, where growing numbers of young supporters are embracing football with enthusiasm, responsibility and a more positive fan culture.

Ho Chi Minh City plans free bus travel through end of 2026

Ho Chi Minh City plans to offer free bus services to all passengers from July 1 through the end of 2026 under a proposal expected to be approved by the municipal People's Council at its meeting on June 19–20.

Leaving Hanoi behind, couple finds success raising bamboo rats at home

After leaving stable factory jobs in Hanoi, a couple in Nghe An built a thriving bamboo rat farm that now generates hundreds of millions of dong each year.

Ninh Binh couple celebrates Emerald Wedding, honoring 55-year romance

The love story of an elderly couple in Ninh Binh has become a legendary tale within their family, frequently shared by their descendants with immense pride and emotion.

Court sentences seven in child trafficking case linked to US adoptions

A court in HCM City has sentenced a Vietnamese-American man to 11 years in prison after uncovering a scheme in which he obtained 3 children through social media adoption groups and planned to take them to the United States using falsified documents.

Hanoi authorities arrest woman over fabricated hospital allegations on TikTok

A woman accused of posting nine fabricated and defamatory videos targeting two hospitals in Hanoi has been placed in temporary detention, according to Hanoi Police.

Lien Khuong Airport expected to reopen in August

Lien Khuong International Airport in the central province of Lam Dong is expected to resume operations on August 19 after a temporary suspension for repairs and upgrades, the State-run Vietnam Airports Corporation (ACV) said.

French Court of Cassation considers reopening Agent Orange lawsuit

According to lawyer Paul Mathonnet, the central legal question before the Court of Cassation is whether the activities of the US chemical companies constituted commercial operations or acts carried out in the exercise of state sovereignty.

The family that helped shape a borderland community

In the remote highlands of Muong Long in Nghe An Province, the Va clan of the Hmong community has long been recognized as a model of revolutionary commitment, community leadership and intergenerational service.

Hanoi completes land clearance for six Red River bridge projects

Hanoi has completed land clearance for six bridge projects crossing the Red River, while the Tran Hung Dao Bridge project is undergoing its final procedures before full site handover.

Korean tourists jailed after ketamine found hidden at Tan Son Nhat Airport

Three South Korean tourists were sentenced to 20 years in prison after ketamine was discovered during security screening at Tan Son Nhat Airport.

Historic stone bridge in Hai Phong damaged by theft

Police in Hai Phong are investigating the theft of four stone slabs from the historic Dong Trang bridge, a structure dating back more than 100 years.

How police uncovered large-scale gun manufacturing operations across Vietnam

Recent crackdowns on military-grade weapons trafficking networks have revealed a sophisticated system operating behind the scenes, involving the production, assembly and distribution of firearms and ammunition through covert manufacturing facilities.