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18,000 temples ring peace bells as Vietnam marks historic transition

At exactly 6 a.m. on July 1, more than 18,000 Buddhist temples across Vietnam rang three ceremonial bells and Bat Nha drums, initiating a solemn prayer ceremony for national peace and prosperity.

Surge in insomnia cases in Vietnam linked to unhealthy habits

Pressure from work and her child’s high-school entrance exam caused “D” to suffer from sleep disorders and to feel terrified at bedtime.

Foreign burglars break into Vietnamese home, steal over $12,000 in valuables

Due to a lack of money for personal expenses, three South Korean men broke into a resident’s home in Bien Hoa City, Dong Nai, and stole a large amount of cash and jewelry by breaking into a safe.

Vietnam nears 70% milestone in eliminating makeshift homes

44 out of 63 localities report zero makeshift or dilapidated homes, marking a major social progress.

Luxury lifestyle masks billion-dollar cross-border scam networks

Many ringleaders behind high-tech transnational scams have created lavish public personas, deceiving thousands into losing their savings in schemes promising fast wealth online.

New license plate codes apply to 34 provinces and cities from July 1

From July 1, new regional codes streamline vehicle registration procedures.

Vietnam Airlines reroutes flight to save passenger’s life

Vietnam Airlines prioritizes safety with swift response to inflight health scare.

Malaysian auto firm CEO dies at factory in Phu Yen

Authorities in Phu Yen province are investigating the sudden death of a Malaysian national who was the general director of a local car manufacturing company.

Thai Nguyen city submerged as floods reach car rooftops

Heavy rains caused severe flooding in central Thai Nguyen, submerging streets up to 1 meter deep.

HCM City accelerates inter-regional metro planning, eyes modern megacity status

HCM City is stepping up efforts to develop a nearly 1,000km-long inter-regional metro network following its coming merger with Binh Duong and Ba Ria – Vung Tau provinces.

Hanoi to launch integrated fare system for buses and metro

From September 2025, commuters in Hanoi can ride metro and buses using a single smart card, streamlining urban transit.

Tornado damages nearly 30 homes in Quang Nam

A 10-minute whirlwind struck villages in Que Son district, damaging homes and toppling trees, but sparing lives.

Fire at recycling plant kills four workers in Hung Yen

A blaze engulfed a scrap recycling workshop in Hung Yen’s Dong Mai craft village, killing four and injuring three.

The tough life of Vietnamese transgender woman in love with Chinese man

For three years, a Vietnamese transgender woman and her Chinese boyfriend have tirelessly flown back and forth to see each other.

Vietnam’s police uncover scam operation, arrest 100 transnational fraudsters

Using the tactic of posing as attractive women, a group of scammers set traps that led to many people losing a total of VND2,000 billion.

The eerie creature feared by many becomes a pricey delicacy

Rươi (bristle worm), though often mistaken for worms, is a sought-after seasonal treat in Northern Vietnam.

Online ‘kidnapping’ scams on the rise in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City police have successfully rescued several victims of an emerging online scam known as “online kidnapping,” where perpetrators impersonate law enforcement officers to isolate and defraud victims and their families.

Taiwanese tourist dies while having breakfast on Halong Bay cruise

A 68-year-old Taiwanese woman died suddenly while having breakfast aboard a cruise ship in Halong Bay, Quang Ninh, Vietnam.

Burned documents near Hanoi ward office not classified, police confirm

The documents burned near the Co Nhue 2 ward office contained no state secrets, Hanoi police confirmed.

Vietnam abolishes death penalty for 8 crimes: Will Truong My Lan be spared?

A new law abolishing death sentences for select crimes may affect high-profile cases like Truong My Lan’s.