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Foreigners impersonate Interpol to appropriate properties of tourists in Hanoi

Police operating in Hang Trong ward in Hanoi stated on March 18 that they have arrested two foreign citizens for stealing property.

Disabled boy finds light through piano keys

Growing up amidst darkness, the visually impaired boy remains deeply passionate about music, mastering various musical instruments with remarkable proficiency.

Public Security Ministry proposes to maintain zero-tolerance alcohol policy

After collecting opinions from the ministries and sectors, the Ministry of Public Security has announced that it will maintain the absolute ban on alcohol consumption on those who drive vehicles.

Digital technology, internet innovating journalism

Digital technology, the internet and social media are strong incentives to innovate journalism and the main source of revenue for journalism will come from cyberspace.

Over 3 tonnes of drugs seized in 14 months

Customs authorities seized more than 3 tonnes of drugs of all kinds, with 365 suspects involved, from December 16, 2022 to February 15, 2024, according to a report by the Ministry of Finance to National Assembly deputies.

Railway accidents in Hanoi kill two in one day

Two railway accidents were reported within 24 hours in Hanoi last weekend, resulting in two deaths

Government to raise pensions and benefits in July

The raise is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2024, with the simultaneous entry into force of the basic and regional minimum wage increases. However, the exact amount of the raise remains up for debate.

Ministry urges for installation of intelligent transportation system on highways

The Ministry of Transport urged for the installation of the intelligent transportation system (ITS) on major roads and highways.

NA Standing Committee members advocate for absolute ban on drink driving

Members of the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee threw strong support behind an absolute ban on drink driving while debating the draft law on road traffic safety today.

Press agency representatives: Take advantage of opportunities in digital era

Participants at a national press forum said that press agencies should take advantage of opportunities in the digital era.

Families donate the bodies of their loved ones for medical students' practice

Sitting quietly in the Great Lecture Hall of the HCM City University of Medicine and Pharmacy, L.T.H, 49, tightly held his only son's hand.

Nearly 65 million USD spent on upgrading railway crossings

The Ministry of Transport has submitted a report to the Government regarding the implementation of a plan to ensure order and safety in railway corridors.

Swimmers to make big splash off Ly Son island

Around 600 athletes have registered to compete in the open sea swimming competition – the Ly Son Cross Island – on June 2, with many using the event as a vacation opportunity.

Prime Minister urges quick, effective development of social housing

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on March 16 urged the plan on building at least 1 million social housing units for low-income earners and industrial workers in the 2021 - 2030 period to be implemented quickly and effectively.

Vietnam to join 26th World Energy Congress

Vietnam will attend the 26th World Energy Congress themed “Redesigning energy for People and Planet” hosted by the Netherlands from April 22 - 25, heard a press conference held by the Vietnam World Energy Council (WEC Vietnam) in Hanoi on March 15.

Owners of dogs and cats not follow regulations to receive fine

Due to the increasing number of rabies deaths and people undergoing rabies preventive treatment, the Vietnamese government directed to impose tough fines on owners of dogs and cats who breach the present regulation.

Phu Quoc to launch Vietnam's first multi-purpose int'l passenger port

Phu Quoc Island off the coast of Kien Giang Province is planning the relocation of submerged cages used for fish farming and boats to clear the path for the inauguration of the international passenger port later this month.

Vietnam, France exchange funding agreement for climate change projects

A ceremony took place in Hanoi on March 15 to exchange the agreement signed by the Vietnamese Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the French Development Agency (AFD) to fund two projects worth 72.3 million EUR (80 million USD) in Vietnam.

The graveyard where motorbikes rest in pieces

A significant number of motorbikes are impounded after traffic law violations, with owners refusing to pay the fines and retrieve their vehicles, leading to a substantial waste for both individuals and society.

Silent hero: Anesthesiologist rescues countless lives

Draped in a white blouse, for over two decades Dr. Tran Minh Long, the head of Anaesthesia and Resuscitation at Nghe An Obstetrics and Paediatrics Hospital, has been a silent hero, quietly rescuing millions of young lives across Nghe An and Ha Tinh.