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Metro Line 1 serves 400,000 passengers in four days of free operation

The first metro line in Ho Chi Minh City, Metro Line 1, carried 394,967 passengers during its initial free trial period, offering 797 train trips from December 22 to 25.

Authorities seize $217 million worth of assets in TikToker fraud case

Vietnamese police have seized additional assets linked to TikToker Pho Duc Nam (Mr. Pips), including 18 properties and $500,000 overseas, raising the total recovered to 5,300 billion VND ($217 million).

Cold spell intensifies: Northern Vietnam faces freezing temperatures into 2025

The latest cold spell in Vietnam will bring severe cold to northern regions, heavy rains to central provinces, and challenging conditions for maritime activities through early 2025.

Vietnam Airlines flight diverts to Taiwan for passenger’s medical emergency

A Vietnam Airlines flight from Tokyo to Ho Chi Minh City made an emergency landing in Taiwan on December 27 to save a passenger facing a critical health issue.

Sarus cranes sighted in Dong Thap: A symbol of ecological resilience

Seven Sarus cranes, a vulnerable species known for their striking red crowns, have returned to Tram Chim National Park in Dong Thap province, a rare and hopeful event.

Top 5 beloved songwriters of 2024: Tang Duy Tan and Quang Hung MasterD dominate

In 2024, the Vietnamese music scene is alive with creativity and talent, with a few songwriters making remarkable contributions that captivated audiences nationwide.

Only 1 in 4 VNU-HCMC staff have Ph.D., university sets ambitious goals

With 6,406 staff but only 25% holding doctoral degrees, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City is striving to transform its academic landscape through ambitious recruitment and development programs.

Metro Line 1 suffers abrupt halt due to signal failure

Ho Chi Minh City’s newly launched Metro Line 1 faced its first major disruption when a signal failure caused an unexpected halt, leaving passengers bewildered.

Singapore media laments 26 years without a victory over Vietnam

Singapore’s 0-2 loss to Vietnam in the first leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup semifinals extended their winless streak against Vietnam to 26 years, leaving fans and media deeply disappointed.

Fans camp overnight as tickets for Vietnam vs. Singapore sell out in three hours

The second leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup semifinal between Vietnam and Singapore has sparked massive demand, with tickets selling out in just three hours after overnight queues.

Hue and Hanoi secure spots in 2024 culinary destination list

The global culinary spotlight has turned to Vietnam, with Hanoi and Hue earning places among the top 50 cities for cuisine in Taste Atlas' prestigious list.

Vietnam’s economy on track to surpass Singapore by 2029

Vietnam's economy is set for rapid growth, with projections indicating it could surpass Singapore in GDP by 2029 and achieve upper-middle-income status as early as 2025.

Exploring the global appeal of Vietnamese Pho

From the bustling streets of Cabramatta to the heart of Paris, Vietnamese pho has become a global phenomenon, offering authentic flavors and cultural richness to diners everywhere.

VN wants to turn HCM City into regular destination for international stars

Associate Professor, Dr. Bui Hoai Son believes that the institutional regime, infrastructure, and people are the most important factors to develop sustainable culture. This includes attracting international stars to HCM City.

Severe traffic congestion grips Ho Chi Minh City as year-end approaches

Severe congestion gripped Truong Chinh Street in Ho Chi Minh City during the morning rush hour on December 27, as the year-end traffic surge led to long delays for thousands of commuters.

Early morning fire claims lives of two tenants in Ho Chi Minh City

Two lives were lost in a boarding house fire in Ho Chi Minh City’s Thu Duc area, with authorities investigating the cause of the early morning tragedy.

FIFA’s humorous nod to Vietnam’s strikers after ASEAN Cup semifinal victory

Following Vietnam's hard-fought 2-0 victory over Singapore in the first leg of the ASEAN Cup 2024 semifinals, the FIFA World Cup fanpage shared a lighthearted post celebrating the team’s strikers, Xuan Son and Tien Linh.

HCM City unveils key infrastructure upgrades before year-end

The Nguyen Van Linh - Nguyen Huu Tho underpass, Phuoc Long Bridge, and the expanded National Highway 50 will open to the public at the end of December, transforming southern Ho Chi Minh City’s transportation landscape.

Digital technology is changing health care in Vietnam

Thanks to digital transformation, patients can make an appointment with a doctor without having to see the doctor directly and without needing to have a special connection with hospital officers to get priority to receive medical treatment.

Technology helps unleash, promote the potential of journalism

Technology is inseparable from journalism as the Internet and digital platforms are developing rapidly today, changing people's reading habits and culture.