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Descendant recounts story of legendary hunter Y Thu K'nul

After capturing a rare albino elephant with distinctive black tusks, Y Thu K'nul, the legendary hunter, presented it as a gift to the King of Thailand, who honored him with the title "King of Elephants."

Search continues for 2 missing victims in Ha Long boat tragedy

Quang Ninh authorities continue searching for two missing victims after the Vinh Xanh 58 boat capsized in Ha Long Bay, despite difficult weather conditions following Typhoon No. 3.

Hanoi races to repair storm damage after Typhoon Wipha

Hanoi is urgently addressing widespread storm damage caused by Typhoon No. 3, with fallen trees, broken lights, and dike cracks threatening safety in multiple areas.

Fashion designer Nguyen Cong Tri arrested in drug ring bust

In an ongoing investigation into an illicit drug trafficking and usage network, Ho Chi Minh City police have arrested renowned fashion designer Nguyen Cong Tri, a prominent figure in Vietnam's fashion and entertainment industry.

Vietnam’s passport climbs 7 spots in global ranking

Vietnam's passport has risen 7 spots in the Henley Passport Index, now ranked 84th globally, allowing visa-free or simplified entry to 51 countries and territories.

Ho Chi Minh City and Hai Phong selected for family happiness index trial

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MoCST) has issued Decision No. 2514/QĐ-BVHTTDL approving and launching the pilot implementation of the Family Happiness Index from 2025 to 2029.

Floodwaters engulf Nghe An rooftops in historic deluge

Nghe An has been hit by catastrophic flooding caused by Storm No. 3 (Wipha), prompting mass evacuations and widespread damage in the province’s mountainous areas.

An Giang hit by powerful tornado, no casualties reported

A 15-minute tornado struck Ba Chuc commune, damaging dozens of homes and public property.

Hanoi police return lost items to grateful Australian citizen

Officers from Ngoc Ha Ward Police returned a briefcase containing electronics to a foreign man who expressed heartfelt thanks.

Audit proposed for stalled $400 million flood defense in HCM City

Resolution 212 gives Ho Chi Minh City authority to revive its stalled flood control megaproject.

Typhoon Wipha causes $535,000 in damages and injures two in Lam Dong

Heavy rain and tornadoes battered Lam Dong, damaging homes, crops, and infrastructure across 24 localities.

Vietnam considers banning doctor imagery in beauty product advertising

The draft law would prohibit using doctors' names or medical imagery to promote beauty products.

Chef in Vietnam arrested for attempting to cook endangered pangolin

Authorities in Da Nang have arrested a restaurant chef for purchasing a critically endangered pangolin to prepare as a dish.

Floodwaters engulf cars in Thanh Hoa after heavy rains from Storm Wipha

As Storm No. 3 (Wipha) swept through Thanh Hoa, prolonged heavy rains caused widespread flooding, leaving numerous cars submerged in rising waters.

Chinese woman detained at airport for smuggling undeclared gold into Vietnam

A Chinese national faces trial after trying to enter Vietnam with gold hidden on her body, bypassing customs.

Ho Chi Minh City man wins Vietlott’s largest-ever jackpot

A man from Ho Chi Minh City has won Vietlott’s largest-ever lottery jackpot, valued at nearly 345 billion VND (approximately $13.5 million USD). This marks the highest payout in the history of Vietlott’s lottery in Vietnam.

Gia Binh Airport to surpass Noi Bai, becomes North Vietnam’s largest hub

The airport will match Noi Bai in passenger capacity but will exceed it in area, according to a revised national plan.

Flights resume at Van Don and Cat Bi airports after storm delay

After a temporary closure due to Storm No. 3, the two international airports have reopened for aircraft operations as of noon on July 22.

Body found near site of Vinh Xanh 58 shipwreck in Ha Long Bay

Authorities recover a male body near the Vinh Xanh 58 capsizing site as search efforts continue amid harsh weather conditions.

Hanoi authorities propose fining author over controversial social media posts

Hanoi police have recommended an administrative penalty for Dang Hoang Giang after concluding his Facebook posts about Nha Nam’s director contained false information.