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Six Vietnamese found dead in Bangkok hotel: authorities search for 7th person

Thai authorities have released preliminary investigation results regarding the deaths of six Vietnamese nationals at a five-star hotel in Bangkok. The investigation is ongoing, and a seventh person suspected to be involved is currently being sought.

Blast in Vinh Phuc Province injures seven

All of the injured have been taken to Vinh Phuc Provincial General Hospital for treatment.

Health minister commends off duty nurse for saving newborn’s life in a taxi

The nurse’s actions exemplify the high standards of medical ethics and the dedication to serving the people by health sector staff, Health Minister Dao Hong Lan said.

Football-based gambling ring worth over US$39 million busted

On July 11 the police raided a number of locations in these localities to arrest eight suspects, all of whom will be investigated for gambling and organising illegal gambling activities.

Spectacular acceleration: 600 km of highways built over 3 years

While only 89 kilometers of highways completed and put into use in 2001-2010 and another 1,074 kilometers in 2011-2020, the figure reached 600 kilometers in less than two years from 2021 to mid-2023.

Strong actions needed to ensure healthcare, life quality for elderly population

Data revealed that the older population will spend around eight to eleven years living with illness.

No information about Vietnamese casualties in Nepal landslide

There is currently no information regarding any Vietnamese nationals involved in a July 12 landslide that swept two buses into a river in Nepal.

Two Vietnamese climbers rescued in Japan’s Mount Biei

Japanese rescue forces have saved two exhausted Vietnamese climbers in Mount Biei, located in Japan’s northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido.

HCM City outlines $34 billion plan for six new metro lines

Ho Chi Minh City has unveiled an ambitious plan requiring over 870 trillion VND (over 34 billion USD) to complete six metro lines spanning 183 kilometers by 2035.

Tropical depression triggers heavy rain, warning of flash floods and landslides

A tropical depression is forecasted to weaken before making landfall in the central provinces of Vietnam. However, its circulation will cause heavy rains from north to south, raising the risk of flash floods and landslides.

Van Thinh Phat case: 35,824 victims identified in fraud investigation

In the second phase of the Van Thinh Phat case, the Supreme People's Procuracy has identified 35,824 investors as victims, holding 25 bond codes from four companies: An Dong, Quang Thuan, Sunny World, and Setra.

HCM City gears up for future workforce challenges

A recently approved labour and employment strategy of Ho Chi Minh City outlines potential challenges and opportunities for its workforce between 2023 and 2030.

Council set up to review railway lines, plans in Hanoi

An appraisal council for railway lines and stations in the areas of ​​Hanoi has been established under a decision of the Ministry of Transport (MoT).

Vietnamese streets alive with Euro 2024 final festivities

The Euro 2024 final between England and Spain captivated fans across Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, bringing both joy and tears during the early hours of July 15th.

Vietnamese authorities issue alert on latest online scams

According to the Department of Information Security (Ministry of Information and Communications), five notable online scam tactics have emerged in Vietnam and worldwide in the second week of July 2024.

Motorbike taxi driver in tears as he eats expensive dish on his birthday

When realizing why a male motorbike taxi driver cried on his 22nd birthday while eating a special dish, a community of netizens couldn't help but feel sad and emotional.

Brothers in Hanoi diagnosed with one of the world’s rarest genetic disorders

A family in Trung Tu, Ung Hoa District, Hanoi, faces the immense challenge of raising two sons diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder known as congenital muscular dystrophy, a condition documented in only a few dozen cases worldwide.

Over 30 suicide cases by jumping from bridge in HCM City in first half of 2024

Authorities have installed barriers around bridge railings, in addition to putting more focus on mental health counselling to try and deter those who think of taking their own life.

Police bust illegal cryptocurrency network worth trillions of dong

Hanoi police had busted an illegal cryptocurrency network worth trillions of dong.

Ha Giang landslide buries mini bus, kills nine

At least nine people died when a 15-seater mini bus traveling in the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang was buried by a landslide triggered by heavy rains on early July 13.