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Online shamans scam victims with fake ‘love charms,’ earning up to $2,800/month

A fraudulent group in Hoa Binh used social media to sell fake ‘love charms,’ tricking victims into sending clothing and money for staged rituals. Authorities are investigating the scam.

Proud footsteps: Young Gia Rai soldier prepares for Vietnam’s grand parade

Young Gia Rai officer Rơ Lan Hưng trains rigorously to earn his place in Vietnam’s grand military parade, honoring his family and community in this historic celebration.

Vietnamese students under investigation for throwing rocks at SE1 train

Seven students in Quang Ngai have been identified for throwing rocks at the SE1 train, shattering windows and endangering passengers. Police are investigating.

First look at Asia’s largest exhibition center under construction in Hanoi

Hanoi’s National Exhibition and Fair Center is shaping up to be Asia’s largest, featuring cutting-edge facilities for global trade fairs and business events. Scheduled for completion in September 2025.

HCM City health officials debunk blood filtration claims for stroke prevention

Medical experts confirm there is no scientific basis for using blood filtration to prevent strokes or remove toxins, urging compliance with Vietnam’s healthcare regulations.

Hanoi approves 40-story buildings to accelerate old apartment redevelopment

Hanoi plans to allow 40-story buildings in aging apartment complexes like Thanh Cong, Giang Vo, and Ngoc Khanh to overcome redevelopment challenges while maintaining infrastructure balance.

Hanoi allocates $720,000 to demolish ‘Shark Jaw’ building

Hanoi plans to invest $720,000 to demolish the iconic ‘Shark Jaw’ building and expand Dong Kinh-Nghia Thuc Square. The project aims to improve public space and develop underground parking.

Ho Chi Minh City prioritizes women for social housing rentals under new policy

Ho Chi Minh City authorities have announced a new regulation giving priority to women, alongside vulnerable groups, in renting social housing built with public investment.

Drunk Mercedes driver causes fatal crash in Thu Duc, one killed, five injured

A Mercedes driver lost control and crashed into 10 motorcycles in Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City, killing one and injuring five. Police confirmed she was intoxicated at the time.

Online scammers shift focus to government service users, cyber fraud on the rise

Cybercriminals in Vietnam are increasingly targeting public service users by impersonating government agencies. Experts warn that AI-powered scams will rise sharply in 2025.

VN develops smart safety system to prevent children being left on school buses

The Institute of Criminal Science under the Ministry of Public Security has created a warning device to prevent children from being forgotten on school buses. The system is already installed on 10 vehicles in Vinh Phuc.

Binh Duong to have metro line connecting with HCM City

Metro Line No.1 is of particular significance as demand for travel between Binh Duong and HCM City is increasing rapidly, particularly as Binh Duong is one of the largest industrial hubs in Vietnam,

Vietnam strengthens poverty reduction policies with a ‘people-first’ approach

Vietnam’s ethnic minority poverty rate has dropped by over 3%, but officials push for stronger policies and decentralized decision-making to sustain progress.

Iconic ‘Shark Jaw’ building in Hanoi set for demolition by April 30

Hanoi will remove the ‘Shark Jaw’ building by April 30 to expand Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square and develop a three-level underground cultural and commercial space.

Gac Ma martyr’s mother: ‘For 37 years, my son’s image has never left me’

Dang Thi Nhung, now 83, still vividly remembers the day she received the devastating news that her son had died at Gac Ma. As the nation honors the 64 fallen soldiers, families reflect on their sacrifice and the legacy they left behind.

HCMC struggles with public sector resignations as nearly 9,500 leave in 3 years

A report reveals that nearly 9,500 civil servants and public employees left their jobs between 2020 and 2023, mainly due to low wages and high workloads.

VN Railway investigates incident of 2 women on tracks causing emergency braking

Authorities are investigating a case where two women were seen on the tracks posing for photos as a train approached, an act that necessitated rapid emergency braking and has ignited public outrage.

Young people having fewer children due to skyrocketing housing prices

Concerns over housing, driven by soaring real estate prices, and the high costs of education, healthcare and daily living have discouraged young couples from having more children.

6-year-old boy protected by pet all night, returns home safely

The mother of a boy who was rescued recently said that every time her son leaves home, his pet dog follows to protect him, though the dog had never been trained to do so. It became the boy's close friend.

What can be done to increase pension amounts?

From July 1 onwards, workers will have an additional option to participate in supplementary pension insurance so that they can enjoy a higher pension when they reach retirement age.