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Hanoi police debunk false claim of $550 fine for stopping to wear a raincoat

Social media rumors about hefty fines for stopping to put on a raincoat have caused public concern. Hanoi traffic police clarify that there is no such regulation.

Foreign fishing boat stranded off Phu Yen coast safely rescued

Four crew members aboard a foreign fishing vessel adrift in Phu Yen waters were successfully rescued and brought to shore by local border forces.

HCM City’s public buses face workforce crisis amid new licensing rules

With stricter licensing requirements looming, 250 bus drivers are set to lose their eligibility. Officials are working to address the issue, but can they fill the gap in time?

The model bike "wizard": How Nguyen Duy Son Khe turned passion into a career

Nguyen Duy Son Khe, once a university student with a tough decision, chose to leave school to pursue his dream of making model motorcycles. Today, he is a renowned figure in the model-making community.

Corruption cases that shocked the public in 2024

Abusing their power, many high-ranking officials were implicated in illegal activities.

Vietnamese farmers earn record $5.7 billion from rice exports

The world now views Vietnamese rice differently, leading to improved incomes for farmers. This is similar to the perspective of young people captured in the song 'Rock Hat Gao' (Rice Grain Rock).

Journey of solo traveler: 20 provinces at surprisingly low cost

Nguyen Thu Thuy, 25, said 2024 was a special year for her because of many first experiences. One of them was her journey to Ta Chi Nhu, one of the most beautiful and highest mountains in Yen Bai last March.

Special reunion: woman meets doctor who saved her life 30 years ago

Thuy returned to Vietnam to find and thank the doctor who saved her life 30 years ago when she was a young girl with a life-threatening illness.

University lecturer points out challenges for postgraduate education in AI era

Associate Professor Dr Nguyen Phi Le at the 2024 Vietnam AI Forum organized by VietNamNet highlighted the importance of training young people to help them meet requirements in the AI era.

Vietnam's e-commerce sector: 20% of online shops lose customers

In 2024, the number of online shops with orders on the top five e-commerce platforms in Vietnam dropped by 165,000 shops, or 20 percent compared to the year before.

Mobile device users are making fewer calls

As mobile users have shifted from voice to data services, the volume of voice services used during the 2025 Tet holiday dropped by 17.2 percent compared to the same period last year.

Vietnam’s electronics industry at a crossroads amid US trade policies

As the US considers new global tariffs, Vietnam’s booming electronics sector faces both growth opportunities and risks, particularly in the semiconductor supply chain.

Sai Temple Festival: A regal tradition with a humorous twist

The Sai Temple Festival in Hanoi is famous for its regal procession, but this year, it wasn’t just the pageantry that stole the show - it was the "King’s" hilarious struggle against the winter chill.

A 300-year-old pagoda: The spiritual heart of Vietnam’s scholar village

Vinh Phuc Pagoda, also known as Am Pagoda, is a historical treasure in Quan Tu Village. Its striking architecture and diverse spiritual elements make it a rare place of worship, preserving centuries of culture and devotion.

Illegal schemes of a rare earth tycoon: Tax evasion and smuggling exposed

Vietnamese authorities have uncovered a massive tax evasion and smuggling operation involving Luu Anh Tuan, Chairman of Vietnam Rare Earth Company.

Vietnam’s carbon market development project approved

The project is designed to accelerate the development of a low-carbon economy and address climate change, working toward the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Chinese electric vehicles drive back into Vietnamese market

About a decade ago, Chinese car brands like Zotye Z8, Beijing X7, and Brilliance V7 entered the Vietnamese market to limited success. But a new fleet of modern Chinese vehicles began to gain traction in the Vietnam market last year.

Ong Pagoda: Where faith, art, and history converge in Can Tho

A masterpiece of Chinese architecture, Ong Pagoda offers a glimpse into the deep spiritual and artistic traditions of the Cantonese community in Vietnam. Recognized as a national heritage site, it remains a vital part of Can Tho’s cultural fabric.

Works by Indochina School of Fine Arts' first students displayed in Paris

The exhibition traces the artistic time lines of Le Pho, Mai Trung Thu and Vu Cao Dam at the school, followed by their long careers in France from 1937 onwards.

PM issues urgent measures to handle fatal traffic accident in Phu Yen

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on February 8 issued an urgent dispatch on fixing the consequences of a tragic traffic accident in Phu Yen province that occurred in the early morning of the same day.