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200kg MK82 bomb unearthed during Long An ditch excavation

A local man in Long An discovered a deadly MK82 bomb while digging a trench beside his home.

HCM City invests $13.8 million to fix worst flood zone in Go Vap District

HCM City has launched a $13.8 million drainage system upgrade project aimed at eliminating severe flooding in several key areas of Go Vap District, including Nguyen Van Khoi Street, long considered the district’s worst flood-prone location.

Buddha’s sacred relics inspire mass pilgrimage to Hanoi temple

Devotees from all walks of life flocked to Quan Su Pagoda to witness a historic spiritual event.

Historic Buddha relic procession brings thousands to Hanoi’s heart

Buddhist followers and citizens gathered in Hanoi to honor the Buddha’s birthday with a rare relic procession.

Buddha relic welcomed to Hanoi’s Quan Su Pagoda for public veneration

At around 5:00 PM today, the sacred relics of Shakyamuni Buddha - recognized as a national treasure of India - were solemnly welcomed to Quan Su Pagoda in Hanoi, the headquarters of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha.

Former food safety chief arrested over bribery in Vietnam supplement scandal

Ex-officials at the Ministry of Health arrested for enabling large-scale health product fraud.

Thief steals valuables next to sleeping homeowner in Hanoi

In a daring late-night break-in, a burglar sneaks into a Hanoi apartment and escapes after a struggle.

Tam Chuc Pagoda hosts final stop of Buddha relic’s Vietnam journey

From May 17 to 20, the sacred relic is enshrined at Tam Chuc, drawing pilgrims nationwide.

Xuyen Viet Oil case: 6 get reduced sentences in appellate verdict

The High-level People's Court in HCM City on May 12 delivered the appellate verdict in the high-profile corruption case involving the Xuyen Viet Oil Transport, Trading and Tourism Co., Ltd (Xuyen Viet Oil).

Vietnam could save $60 million a year by cutting film printing in hospitals

A proposal by the health ministry could modernize imaging services and reduce costs nationwide.

UN hails Vietnam’s AI vision in Resolution 57 as model for inclusive progress

Vietnam’s ambitious artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, as outlined in Resolution 57 of the Politburo, has been hailed by international and domestic experts as a historic and visionary move toward inclusive, human-centric innovation.

Vietnam joins Sri Lanka, Mongolia, Thailand in hosting Buddha relics

The Buddha relics are enshrined in Vietnam for the first time as part of Vesak 2025 celebrations.

Hanoi noodle shop under fire for ad claiming it’s “better than your mom”

A bun bo Hue eatery in Hanoi’s Hai Ba Trung District is under fire on social media for a provocative advertising sign that many deem disrespectful and offensive.

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.