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Special Tet train debuts, connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City

This Tet, Vietnam Railways introduces the “Spring Train,” a festive and uniquely decorated journey connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to brighten passengers’ holiday travel.

Five suspects arrested in smuggling ring bringing goods from China to Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City police have uncovered a smuggling network transporting goods from China, arresting five suspects after intercepting a suspicious container truck loaded with undeclared items.

Severe poisoning from rat poison mishap affects 32 primary school students

Thirty-two children, most of them students at a Tuyen Quang primary school, are hospitalized after accidentally consuming rat poison disguised as a red liquid, with some cases showing brain and heart damage.

Tet exodus begins: Motorbikes, buses, and flights packed with holiday travelers

Ho Chi Minh City saw a flurry of activity this afternoon as residents rushed to bus stations, airports, and highways to head home for the Lunar New Year after finishing the final workday of the year.

Pre-Tet traffic chaos: Hanoi’s cars dominate, squeezing motorbikes

As Hanoi gears up for Tet, streets are jam-packed with traffic, with rows of cars taking over roadways and leaving motorbike riders scrambling for space.

Mekong boats deliver blooms to Ho Chi Minh City’s iconic Tet market

As Tet nears, Binh Dong Wharf in Ho Chi Minh City transforms into a vibrant floating flower market, with boats from the Mekong Delta bringing colorful blooms and festive cheer.

Congestion builds as residents leave Ho Chi Minh City for Lunar New Year

Traffic congestion at Ho Chi Minh City’s major gateways worsened on January 24, as residents began their Tet exodus to provinces across the Mekong Delta, Central Highlands, and beyond.

Overwhelmed salons: Women wait into the night for beauty services before Tet

From early morning until late into the night, beauty salons in Ho Chi Minh City are packed with customers eager to prepare for the Tet holiday.

Hundreds mobilized to extinguish forest fire in Trang An World Heritage Site

A forest fire erupted on Phu Khong Mountain in the core zone of Trang An World Heritage Site, prompting an extensive firefighting operation that involved hundreds of locals and authorities.

Beware of fake job offers to Australia, South Korea, warn HCM City police

Ho Chi Minh City police have issued a warning about an alarming rise in online scams targeting individuals seeking jobs in Australia and South Korea, leaving many victims financially defrauded.

Nostalgia and gifts fill Tet trains as passengers head home early

As Lunar New Year approaches, passengers at Hanoi Station carry a variety of sentimental and festive gifts, from pets to peach trees, as they board early trains home.

Gnarled star fruit tree displayed at Tet market for 92,000 USD

A rare star fruit tree, known for its ancient and rugged appearance, is being displayed at the Tet Flower Market in Thanh Hoa with an asking price of 2.2 billion VND ($92,000).

Over 4,000 tons of fake fertilizer seized in major bust

An investigation into counterfeit fertilizer sales in Dak Lak has led to the arrest of four individuals, including two CEOs, and the seizure of over 500 tons of fake products.

Giant kumquat bonsai display dazzles in Hung Yen for Tet

A massive kumquat bonsai display featuring five meticulously sculpted trees has taken center stage in Hung Yen, reflecting a perfect blend of art and tradition for the Lunar New Year.

Woman-led million-dollar scam network dismantled in Dak Lak

A massive online fraud operation involving billions of VND and thousands of victims has been uncovered, with a woman in Dak Lak identified as the mastermind.

Tet tree trends shift: persimmon branches capture customer interest

Traditional Tet trees struggle with sales, while affordable persimmon branches attract increasing attention from customers.

VTV channels restored on TV360, MyTV, and FPT Play

After a temporary disruption, VTV channels are back on TV360, MyTV, and FPT Play following a preliminary agreement on broadcasting rights.

Mekong Delta’s largest flower village welcomes spring ahead of Tet

Sa Dec Flower Village in Dong Thap Province, the largest in the Mekong Delta, is alive with Tet spirit, offering a vibrant display of flowers and bustling activity just one week before the Lunar New Year.

Emotional scenes at Tan Son Nhat as millions travel for the New Year

Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City has become a hub of emotional reunions as families gather to welcome overseas Vietnamese returning for Tet.

Hundred-year-old peach tree rented for $6,300 in subdued Tet market

A hundred-year-old peach tree in Vinh City is on display for Tet, priced at $12,600 for sale or $6,300 for rental, making it a centerpiece of this year’s market.