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Vietnamese parents pay premium for tutoring as extra classes are restricted

With school-led tutoring reduced under new education policies, many Vietnamese parents are spending hundreds of dollars on private lessons to help their children prepare for exams.

Truong Huy San sentenced to 30 months in prison for abusing democratic freedoms

A Hanoi court has convicted journalist and writer Truong Huy San under Article 331 of the Penal Code, citing his social media posts as violating state and individual rights.

Ministry proposes regulations to prevent misleading claims on milk products

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has proposed that food supplement products only declare factual information, and not give recommendations or advertise functions and health benefits.

Ho Chi Minh City launches $42 million project to expand key gateway road

The city has begun upgrading a 600-meter stretch of Chu Van An Street in Binh Thanh District to ease congestion and improve infrastructure, with completion expected within eight months.

Prime Minister mandates social housing ‘KPI’ for major cities

Under a new government initiative, nearly 1 million affordable homes will be built, with priority given to low-income households and workers.

Unseen heroes of medicine: The pathologists behind cancer diagnosis

At K Hospital’s pathology center, doctors and technicians work tirelessly behind the scenes to provide accurate cancer diagnoses, ensuring precise treatment plans.

National strategy aims to enhance quality of life for the elderly

Under Decision No. 383/QD-TTg, the strategy sets the target of at least 50% of the elderly who wish to work will have jobs.

Vietnam’s healthcare sector masters advanced medical techniques

From battlefield surgeries to cutting-edge medical procedures, Vietnam’s healthcare sector has evolved into a leader in specialized treatments and disease prevention.

Dong Thap police arrest man for spreading anti-state propaganda

Dong Thap authorities have arrested Doan Minh Tuan for allegedly producing and sharing anti-state content on social media, violating Article 117 of Vietnam’s Penal Code.

Hanoi bans vehicles over 16 seats in Old Quarter, sets up four transfer hubs

To ease transportation for residents and tourists, Hanoi will establish four transfer hubs as part of a pilot ban on vehicles over 16 seats in the Hoan Kiem and Old Quarter areas.

Over 2,000 victims fall for fake zero-interest loan scam in Ho Chi Minh City

A fraudulent loan scheme in Ho Chi Minh City tricked over 2,000 victims into paying fake insurance fees, resulting in nearly $175,000 in losses before authorities intervened.

HCM City develops first ‘medical campus’

The cluster in Bình Chánh District is now home to Phạm Ngọc Thạch University of Medicine, specialised hospitals and large medical facilities in the first phase of a project covering more than 33 hectares.

Surgeon achieving medical miracles receives global honour

Deputy Director of the 108 Central Military Hospital Nguyen The Hoang has achieved remarkable medical breakthroughs, helping numerous patients who have tragically lost limbs regain their physical integrity and mobility.

Facebook users fined for spreading false ‘child abduction by car’ rumors

Authorities in Soc Trang fined four individuals 30 million VND for spreading false information about an alleged kidnapping, highlighting the dangers of misinformation on social media.

American therapist awarded the Friendship Medal

Virginia Mary Lockett, an American rehabilitation therapist and a volunteer at the central city’s Traditional Medicine Hospital, has been given the Friendship Medal by the State President of Vietnam.

Trial for Hanoi mini apartment fire that killed 56 to begin on March 10

Hanoi’s mini apartment fire trial begins March 10, with victims seeking 78 billion VND in damages for the tragedy that killed 56.

UN Vesak 2025 in HCM City draws global attention with messages from 80 nations

Vietnam’s UN Vesak 2025 receives over 450 congratulatory messages from Buddhist leaders across 80 countries, emphasizing global Buddhist unity.

Faith exploited: fake spiritual retreat exposed as multimillion-dollar scam

Believers were promised spiritual enlightenment but lost their fortunes instead. The shocking story behind Vietnam’s biggest religious scam.

Resolution on pilot policies for urban railway network development in big cities

The resolution specifies that during the planning and implementation phases of projects listed in the annex attached to the resolution.

Hungarian journalist's family donates historic photos of Vietnam

Hundreds of photographs showing Vietnam’s land and people, taken by Hungarian journalist László Rozsa from 1969 to 1974, during the country's struggle against the Americans, have been donated to the National Archives Centre III in Hanoi.