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Former FLC Chairman faces 24-26 year prison sentence

In a significant legal development, the prosecutor has recommended a prison sentence of 24-26 years for the former Chairman of FLC Group, Trinh Van Quyet. The charges include fraud and market manipulation, underscoring the gravity of the case.

Mourning for General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong reflects true public sentiment

Joining the mourning crowd at the National Funeral Hall, historian Duong Trung Quoc reflected on the profound respect and love the people have shown for General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

Over 38,000 mourners pay respects to General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong in HCMC

On the first day of national mourning, more than 38,000 people visited the Reunification Hall in HCM City to pay their respects to Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong. The overwhelming turnout prompted city officials to extend visiting hours until 11 PM.

Fire ravages electric tourist cars in Hoi An, 21 vehicles destroyed

In the early hours of July 26, a significant fire engulfed a parking lot in Hoi An, burning 21 electric tourist vehicles to the ground. This incident marks the second electric vehicle fire in the city within a short span of three months.

Mourners travel long distances to honor General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

The passing of Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong has prompted an outpouring of grief from across the world. Mourners from distant places like Belarus and Kon Tum traveled to Hanoi, waiting hours to pay their final respects at the National Funeral Hall.

A lesson in respect: Children accompany parents to General Secretary's memorial

Many families brought their young children to the National Funeral Hall in Hanoi to pay their respects to General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong. They aimed to instill in their children a sense of gratitude and historical awareness.

'Paradise' villas in Hanoi turn into nightmare after heavy rain

Heavy rains over July 23-24 have left the Nam An Khanh Urban Area in Hoai Duc, Hanoi, under water. The once idyllic residential zone now faces severe flooding, leaving residents grappling with submerged roads and inundated homes.

Thousands wait overnight to bid farewell to General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

As night fell on July 25, the streets near Hanoi's Tran Thanh Tong Funeral Hall were filled with thousands of mourners. People waited patiently, some without even having dinner, to pay tribute to General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong one last time.

Over 36,000 pay respects to General Secretary at hometown memorial

By 18:30 July 25, more than 36,000 people had gathered in Lai Da Village, Dong Hoi Commune, Dong Anh District, Hanoi, to pay their respects to General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

Dien Bien flash floods: Hundreds of homes damaged, villagers in sock

In a catastrophic turn of events, Muong Pon 1 village in Dien Bien province has been left in ruins after flash floods ravaged the area overnight.

Japan to sponsor over 28 million USD for Can Tho city's smart city project

The People’s Committee of Can Tho on July 24 held a working session with Fujitsu Limited of Japan on a project on providing technical support for the locality, aiming to build a smart city model through digital transformation in land management.

PM urges prompt actions to settle consequences of storm Prapiroon

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on July 24 asked ministries, agencies and localities to focus on settling the consequences of storm Prapiroon – the second of its kind that to hit Vietnam this year.

Russian patient in critical conditions rescued without ID or money

A Russian man in critical condition, lacking both money and identification, received life-saving treatment at Bach Mai Hospital in Hanoi. Despite the challenges, the hospital managed to stabilize his condition and facilitate his return home.

Son La flooding sweeps away 3 suspension bridges; 6 individuals reported missing

Heavy rainfall in Son La Province has caused significant flooding, with Chieng Noi Commune being particularly hard hit. As of this morning, torrential downpour has led to the destruction of 3 suspension bridges and left 6 people missing.

Vinh Phuc residents earn VND75 billion a year from breeding cobras

People in Vinh Son commune in Vinh Tuong district in Vinh Phuc sell millions of cobra eggs each year that bring revenue of tens of billion of dong.

North VN hit by heavy rain from storm, harsh weather to continue due to La Nina

As Storm No. 2 (Typhoon Prapiroon) lashes Northern Vietnam with heavy rain, meteorologists predict more extreme weather conditions in the coming months due to La Nina, including increased storm activity and flooding risks.

VN to focus on training workers for semiconductors, hydrogen, carbon credits

Vocational training will focus on skilling up the workforce in the semiconductor chips, hydrogen and carbon credits fields, following a requirement of Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Dao Ngoc Dung.

Hanoi: Heavy flooding on Thang Long Boulevard causes severe traffic congestion

Heavy rain on July 23 caused severe flooding on Thang Long Boulevard, with underpasses submerged by nearly 1 meter of water and roadways inundated by over 50 cm. Traffic congestion became critical as a result.

Floodwaters inundate Hanoi streets after Typhoon Prapiroon downgrade

Following the impact of Typhoon Prapiroon, Hanoi faces widespread flooding, with major streets like Phung Hung and Thang Long Boulevard submerged and traffic disruptions in several areas.

22 airports to feature documentaries on General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

Vietnam's airports are set to screen documentaries on General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong from July 23 as part of national mourning, with increased security measures in place.