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Typhoon Kalmaegi moves faster, now about 310 km from Quy Nhon

By 7 a.m. on November 7, the storm is expected to continue moving west-northwest, make landfall, and weaken into a tropical depression over southern Laos.

Ukrainian Embassy thanks An Giang police for humanitarian support

An Giang police have received an official diplomatic note from the Embassy of Ukraine in Vietnam, expressing deep appreciation for their timely and humanitarian efforts in rescuing and helping to repatriate a Ukrainian national in distress.

Vietnam’s drive to extinguish smoking by expanding smoke-free areas

Despite significant efforts and some initial results in tobacco harm prevention, Vietnam remains among the 15 countries with the highest rates of adult male smokers in the world.

Living monument proposed to honor HCMC’s COVID-19 unity

A young engineer has presented a bold idea in response to Ho Chi Minh City’s call for public input on a symbolic project titled “A monument to the collective unity of HCMC residents in overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Vietnam enforces fines up to $800 for family privacy violations

Fines ranging from $200 to $1,200 will be imposed for insulting, controlling, or violating the privacy of family members under Decree 282/2025.

Vietnam's top aviation rescue exercise held in Quy Nhon

On the afternoon of November 4, the Ministry of Construction and the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam jointly conducted a live simulation within the framework of SAREX 2025 along the waters of Nhon Ly, Quy Nhon.

Cat Linh – Ha Dong metro to roll out new ticket system November 18

Starting November 18, all passengers on Metro Line 2A (Cat Linh – Ha Dong) will use a new access control system featuring electronic identification, authentication, and biometric recognition.

First electric bus route to be launched in Con Dao in December

Con Dao, a special zone of Ho Chi Minh City, is expected to have its first electric bus route in December, according to the municipal Department of Construction.

Vietnam urged to customize support for ethnic minorities

To effectively resolve urgent issues among disadvantaged ethnic groups, development policies for 2026-2030 must be precisely tailored to the unique conditions of each community.

Experts explain why Hue suffers recurring floods in just seven days

Hue has endured three severe floods in just over a week, with record-setting rainfall and water levels submerging major roads and historic sites.

Internet goes wild for virtual pho shop that doesn't exist

In recent days, the phrase “Pho Anh Hai” and “10 Dan Phuong” unexpectedly shot to the top of Google Trends and a popular ride-hailing and food delivery app.

Man arrested for producing fake fish sauce and detergent in An Giang

Authorities in An Giang shut down a makeshift factory producing fake consumer products right in a residential neighborhood.

Section of ancient Hue Citadel wall collapses after heavy flooding

A 15-meter section of the Hue Imperial Citadel wall collapsed after becoming waterlogged and structurally weakened during extended heavy rains.

Hue City faces third flood in just over a week

Over the past week, Hue City has been battered by three successive floods, leaving many central roads submerged and historic landmarks inundated.

Additional 100 billion VND allocated to Hue's flood recovery efforts

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a decision on an emergency allocation of 100 billion VND (3.8 million USD) from the central budget reserve to assist Hue City in recovering from severe flood damage.

Hanoi chairman to host direct youth dialogue on November 27

Hanoi Chairman Tran Sy Thanh will meet with young people on November 27 to listen to their proposals, aspirations, and concerns about building a more inclusive, innovative, and forward-looking capital.

Typhoon Kalmaegi strengthens rapidly, to impact Da Nang - Khanh Hoa

Kalmaegi, the 13th storm of the year, is forecast to directly hit central Vietnam with hurricane-level winds and heavy rain starting November 6.

Central Vietnam faces deadly floods as rivers overflow and storms approach

Hue, Da Nang, and neighboring provinces are reeling from historic rainfall and severe flooding, with 42 dead or missing as more storms threaten the region.

Hanoi’s $12 billion riverside project faces legal and environmental scrutiny

Hanoi is preparing to launch an ambitious riverside boulevard and landscape project along the Red River, with a proposed investment of 300 trillion VND (approximately $12 billion).

East Sea may see up to 3 more storms in November, cold air intensifies

This November, intensifying cold air is forecast to affect northern and north-central Vietnam. When combined with storm circulation, this could lead to additional widespread heavy rainfall across the central region.