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More trains added to serve Lunar New Year demand

The railway sector will add more Thong Nhat (reunification) trains and regional services to meet the sharply rising travel demand of people and tourists during the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet), Vietnam’s largest traditional festival.

The buffalo with necklace-shaped horns: a quiet legend in rural Da Nang

In Da Nang, a rare buffalo with horns forming a full circle around its head has become both a local curiosity and an economic blessing.

Ministry deploys measures to ensure security for National Party Congress

The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) is making preparations to guarantee absolute security for the upcoming 14th National Party Congress and all related activities.

Hai Phong company indicted for using diseased pork in canned food

Police in Hai Phong have launched a criminal investigation after uncovering a scheme involving approximately 120 tons of pork infected with African swine fever (ASF) being funneled into a food processing facility.

Full health insurance coverage reaches all poor, elderly citizens from 2026

Health insurance cardholders from near-poor households have their payment rate raised from 95% to 100% of covered medical expenses effective on January 1.

Nearly 60 individuals summoned in bribery case at Food Safety Authority

Between 2018 and 2025, several officials and specialists at the VFA allegedly abused legal regulations to solicit and accept bribes in exchange for the appraisal and issuance of various permits.

Organ donation and the right to refuse: A heartbreaking case sparks debate

A multi-organ transplant case was called off just before surgery, raising critical questions about who holds decision-making power after brain death.

New traffic laws 2026: Emission checks, child safety seats, tighter driver rules

Vietnam is rolling out a new set of traffic laws in 2026, focusing on safety, emissions, and driver responsibilities.

Unforgettable wedding moments that captured hearts across Vietnam in 2025

Vietnam’s wedding season in 2025 brought unforgettable scenes of love and loss to the world’s screens.

Holiday exodus begins: Crowds leave Hanoi for 2026 New Year break

As the last working day of 2025 ended, a wave of people flooded out of Hanoi through major exit points, either heading back to their hometowns or starting trips for the 2026 New Year holiday.

HCM City opens first bike lane along Mai Chi Tho street

A dedicated bicycle lane along Mai Chi Tho street in An Khanh ward, Ho Chi Minh City opened to the public on December 31.

Daily fire offering and stone prayer rituals at Saigon’s 100-year-old temple

Every day, hundreds of people visit the Mariamman Temple in Ho Chi Minh City to offer sacred fire and press their faces against stone in prayer - a gesture of deep reverence and a plea for peace.

Vietnam sets four-day holiday and grand firework plans for New Year 2026

For New Year’s 2026, civil servants and public employees in Vietnam will enjoy a four-day break from Thursday, January 1 to Sunday, January 4.

Vietnam PM calls for day-care model to support aging population

Vietnam introduces “morning pick-up, evening return” model to care for seniors at local level.

Early warning: A crucial defence against identity theft, credit fraud

The Vietnam Credit Information Joint Stock Company (PCB) has developed the ID365 solution, aimed at helping customers detect early signs of fraudulent loan applications.

Christmas rush boosts Catholic vestment workshops in Ninh Binh

As Christmas nears, Catholic garment makers in Xuan Hung village work around the clock to meet soaring demand for ceremonial attire.

Vietnam targets 5,000km of expressway by 2030

The last five years have marked a turning point for Vietnam’s expressway network, as the country is set to achieve its target of 3,000km by the end of the year and moves steadily towards a 5,000km target by 2030.

Student deaths expose serious gaps in school violence prevention

A number of student deaths after minor disputes have occurred in many provinces this year. Some of the conflicts that led to violence stemmed from a teasing remark or a brief argument in class.

Senior official extends Christmas greetings to religious communities in HCM City

Head of Central Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Commission visits Catholic and Protestant leaders, sharing hopes for unity and national development in 2026.

Aviation authority issues storm alert, airlines adjust schedules

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has issued an urgent alert as typhoon Kalmaegi is approaches, warning that eight airports across the central region may face direct impacts.