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Vietnamese scientist Ho Nhan, creator of Nanocovax, dies at 59

Dr. Ho Nhan, the biotech pioneer behind Vietnam’s first COVID-19 vaccine candidate, passed away from heart disease.

Whales wash ashore in Quang Ngai, honored with traditional sea rites

Two whales found dead along Quang Ngai’s coast were buried with full ceremonial respect by local fishermen.

Scientific research key to Vietnam’s high-quality human resource training

With increased investment in both human resources and infrastructure, particularly laboratories, research activities at universities have seen significant progress in recent years.

Women in HCM City to receive cash incentive for having two children by age 35

A new population policy offers VND 3 million support to women giving birth to two children before age 35.

Former National Assembly official faces prosecution in major corruption case

Pham Thai Ha is accused of abusing power for profit, causing state losses of over VND 96 billion.

Vietnam dismantles massive scam networks behind fake games and finance

Thousands lose life savings to online investment traps driven by fake apps, greed, and fear.

PM breaks ground on $790M expressway linking Nam Dinh and Thai Binh

Vietnam’s largest PPP transport project to date begins construction, boosting regional development.

Vietnam’s major cities push ahead with green bus revolution

Residents have been enthusiastic about electric buses, given improvements in service quality and a convenient payment system.

Vietnam urged to increase tobacco tax to curb smoking amid rising affordability

Tobacco smoke contains 7,000 chemicals, 69 of which are known carcinogens and contribute to 25 different diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular, respiratory and reproductive health conditions.

Stricter emissions rules to reshape Hanoi and HCM City traffic

If proposed stricter emissions standards are implemented in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, will vehicles manufactured before 2017 still be permitted on the roads of Vietnam’s two largest urban centers?

Experts warn against mass use of cancer marker tests

Vietnamese flock to blood tests hoping to detect cancer early, but doctors say results can mislead.

Unusual monsoon drives hundreds of tons of jellyfish to Nam Dinh shore

Nam Dinh residents earn quick cash as jellyfish swarm shoreline after rare monsoon.

Tragedy in Phu Yen as truck crashes into home, killing baby

A truck veered off a highway in Phu Yen, slamming into a home and killing a 5-month-old girl, while another child was injured.

Hai Phong unveils $200 million administrative hub ahead of 70th liberation

Hai Phong launches its new Political - Administrative Center and multiple major infrastructure projects to mark 70 years of liberation.

Jealous rage leads to deadly arson attack at Saigon rental home

Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested a man suspected of setting fire to a rental home in Thu Duc City, killing two people and seriously injuring another in a shocking crime rooted in jealousy.

Pork dish priced in millions sparks food safety scandal across Vietnam

Viral sensation lòng se điếu faces backlash over authenticity, chemicals, and misleading claims.

Hanoi noodle and pho shops hike prices by VND 5,000 amid rising costs

Many eateries in Hanoi have raised prices, with noodle and pho shops increasing by VND 5,000 (approximately USD 0.20) per bowl due to soaring input costs.

The immortal heart of Bodhisattva Thich Quang Duc remembered by revered monks

"Bodhisattva Thich Quang Duc is a radiant symbol of the compassion, wisdom, and courage of a living bodhisattva, and of the engaged spirit of Vietnamese Buddhism," said the Fourth Supreme Patriarch.

Grave robbers dig ancient tombs from kings to legends in search of treasure

Before the recent case of two Chinese nationals excavating the tomb of King Le Tuc Tong, Vietnam had already witnessed numerous grave robberies and relic thefts that damaged heritage sites and violated the nation's cultural assets.

10-day forecast: From storms to sun, Vietnam’s weather sees dramatic shifts

Experts from the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting have provided detailed weather predictions for the 10-day period.