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Kidney donor turned fraudster receives reduced jail term in Hanoi

Nguyen Tuan Dung, who once donated a kidney to save a life, was sentenced to eight years in prison for defrauding a car rental owner - but received leniency due to his past act of altruism.

Illegal firework blast kills teenager in Hanoi suburb

A 17-year-old from Hung Yen died after a series of explosions and fire engulfed the second floor of a Hanoi home where he was allegedly making illegal fireworks.

Empty tables and closed kitchens: Hanoi’s food walking street causes frustration

The transformation of Nguyen Van Tuyet into a weekend food walking street has led to unintended consequences - business owners say weekend traffic has all but disappeared.

Hanoi to deploy 3,700 AI surveillance cameras to boost public security

The city’s new AI-powered camera system will enhance traffic control, facial recognition, and real-time threat detection.

Women in traditional ao dai form Vietnam map at Hoan Kiem Lake

Celebrating National Ao Dai Week, more than 1,000 women proudly displayed their love for the homeland by forming a map of Vietnam at Hoan Kiem Lake.

Hanoi police uncover hacking of government websites with embedded gambling ads

The Hanoi Police Department has recently uncovered a series of cyberattacks targeting numerous government websites (gov.vn), where hackers embedded, published, redirected, or linked gambling and betting ads.

New park and lake coming to Long Bien District, Hanoi

Spanning over 70,000 square meters, the project will boost urban greenery and recreation.

Expanding emission control: Hanoi urged to tackle air pollution regionally

Air pollution experts recommend widening pollution control measures beyond Hanoi to the entire metropolitan area to combat persistent air quality issues.

Hanoi train street coffee shops defy closure orders, bustling at night

Despite recent crackdowns, Hanoi's famous train street coffee shops are packed at night with foreign tourists, drawn by the area’s allure and charm.

Hanoi’s open-air canal project remains unfinished after nearly two decades

The $8.6 million project to cover Ke Khe canal has stalled for 17 years, leaving behind open sewage and widespread pollution.

Hanoi to break ground on Ring Road 4 project on May 19

The $3.6 billion project is expected to enhance connectivity and reduce congestion in the capital region.

Hanoi railway coffee street crackdown: Tourists asked to leave for safety

Traffic police in Hanoi carried out a surprise inspection at the railway coffee street, located between Tran Phu and Phung Hung streets, uncovering numerous violations of railway safety regulations.

Global students join forces to redesign Hanoi’s iconic Long Bien Market

Fourteen prestigious universities participate in a competition to propose modern, multifunctional designs for Long Bien Market, blending tradition and innovation.

Three kindergarten teachers fired in Hanoi after child abuse allegations

Three teachers at Einstein Academy Preschool have been dismissed following allegations of physically abusing a 3-year-old student.

Hanoi finalizes location for Tu Lien Bridge construction

The Hanoi People's Committee has approved the construction site and design for Tu Lien Bridge, connecting Tay Ho, Long Bien, and Dong Anh districts.

Cheap but risky: The booming business of 'dirty skewers' in Hanoi

Cheap, tasty, and convenient, these skewers have become a favorite among students despite serious health risks.

Turtle expert condemns release of foreign species into Hoan Kiem Lake

Turtle scholar Ha Dinh Duc criticizes the unauthorized release, warning of potential harm to the lake’s ecosystem.

Hanoi to complete relocation around Hoan Kiem Lake by September 2

The People’s Committee of Hoan Kiem District announced plans to complete the relocation of 12 office buildings and 42 households from the eastern area of Hoan Kiem Lake by September 2, 2025.

Phap Van - Cau Gie Expressway set for major expansion to 12 lanes

The Ministry of Construction has agreed with the proposal to study the expansion of the Phap Van - Cau Gie Expressway to 12 lanes under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.

12 agencies, 35 households move to make room for Hoan Kiem Lake renovation

The Hanoi City People’s Committee has allocated 100 hectares of resettlement land in Dong Anh District for households affected by the Hoan Kiem Lake renovation project.