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Vietnamese airlines achieve 68% on-time performance in November 2024

Bamboo Airways recorded an on-time performance rate of 86.8% in November 2024, maintaining its top position among domestic carriers. Meanwhile, overall industry OTP declined by 16.2 percentage points year-over-year.

Prioritizing public health: Six leading hospitals to receive upgrades

Vietnam has announced plans to upgrade six major hospitals, including Bach Mai and Viet Duc, to international standards as part of an ambitious healthcare reform initiative.

Cleanup underway after landslides isolate Nha Trang-Da Lat highway

Thousands of tons of mud, rocks, and a 100-ton boulder have engulfed parts of Khanh Le Pass, halting traffic on the critical route linking Nha Trang and Da Lat.

Vietnam evaluates digital maturity in press, sets goals for 2025

The Press Authority announced the results of its 2024 digital transformation maturity evaluation, highlighting notable progress in awareness, revenue models, and audience engagement among Vietnam’s press agencies.

Vietnam restructures press agencies to improve media quality and trust

Vietnam is streamlining its press system to improve quality and efficiency, with an emphasis on fostering trust and confidence among journalists as they contribute to the nation’s media landscape.

Two arrested for sending over 11 million spam messages promoting gambling sites

Police in Thai Binh have arrested two suspects for distributing over 11 million spam messages advertising gambling websites, netting illicit profits of over VND 220 million.

Healthcare and beauty facilities under scrutiny in Ho Chi Minh City

In early December, Ho Chi Minh City's health authorities penalized several medical and beauty clinics for serious violations, including unlicensed operations and false advertising.

Luxury, lies, and losses: Inside Mr. Pips’ fraud empire

From training 1,000 employees to creating professional fronts, TikToker Mr. Pips masterminded a multi-billion-VND scam with precision.

Vietnam loses $744 million to online scams in 2024

As online fraud grows more sophisticated, Vietnam faces mounting challenges in cybersecurity, with losses exceeding VND 18.9 trillion ($744 million) in 2024 and personal data breaches affecting millions.

Vietnamese-Canadian sentenced to death for trafficking over 100kg of narcotics

The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Court has handed down death sentences to three individuals, including a Vietnamese-Canadian, for their roles in a drug ring trafficking over 100 kilograms of drugs.

Vietnam to require emissions testing for older motorcycles starting 2025

Starting January 2025, motorcycles over 5 years old will be subject to emissions testing, with inspections becoming more frequent for older vehicles. The move is part of Vietnam’s broader efforts to curb air pollution in urban areas.

Explosives deployed to clear boulder blocking Nha Trang–Da Lat road

A massive 100-ton boulder blocking National Highway 27C on Khanh Le Pass will be removed using explosives, as authorities rush to restore traffic on the Nha Trang–Da Lat route.

CAAV Chief Dinh Viet Thang seeks early retirement ahead of schedule

The Ministry of Transport is reviewing a request for early retirement submitted by Dinh Viet Thang, Chief of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam, citing health concerns.

Hanoi launches crime suppression campaign ahead of Tet 2025

The Hanoi Police Department has mobilized a massive operation to combat crime, ensure public safety, and enhance traffic management before, during, and after the 2025 Lunar New Year (Tet).

How will Hanoi transition to low-emission zones?

Starting in 2025, Hanoi will trial low-emission zones in Ba Dinh and Hoan Kiem districts, raising questions about how residents and workers will adapt to stricter vehicle restrictions.

Khanh Hoa and Lam Dong mobilize forces to evacuate stranded travelers

More than 350 people, including 13 foreign tourists, were stranded for nearly 12 hours on Khanh Le Pass due to landslides. Overnight rescue efforts by authorities from Khanh Hoa and Lam Dong provinces brought them to safety.

20 teachers save their pension funds to buy books for students

For the last 12 years, a free class has been run by 20 retired teachers who take turns teaching, driven by their compassion and the desire to help the poor and disadvantaged.

Enterprises need more workers for year-end production season

The labor market is heating up as enterprises are rushing to recruit more workers to gear up for production and business before Tet.

Parents criticized for using child in car trunk as birthday gift in viral video

A birthday surprise featuring a child hidden in a car trunk went viral on TikTok, drawing mixed reactions and raising concerns over the emotional impact on the child.

Street crime in HCM City declines as police crackdown on offenses

With a focus on high-risk crimes, Ho Chi Minh City’s police are stepping up patrols and security measures to ensure public safety during the Tet holiday season.