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Floods and landslides devastate Ha Giang, child dies in house collapse

Continuous heavy rains from the evening of July 7 to the morning of July 8 have caused severe landslides in Hoang Su Phi District, Ha Giang Province, resulting in significant loss of life and property.

Renowned scholar Cao Huy Thuan passes away in France

Venerable Thich Thien Niem from Khuong Viet Buddhist Temple in France, along with the family of Professor Cao Huy Thuan, have confirmed his passing to VietNamNet. The esteemed Vietnamese scholar died at 23:26 on July 7, 2024, in France.

Hanoi police work hard to prevent fire hazards

Hanoi Police Department are deploying both immediate and long-term measures to prevent fires at rental facilities and other establishments under fire safety regulations.

Planning of fishery port system, storm shelter areas by 2030 approved

The system of shelters for fishing vessels ensures the capacity of over 83,600 fishing vessels to safely anchor and shelter from storms.

Capacity of Ca Mau Airport to be upgraded to make it five times as big

Ca Mau Airport in the southernmost province of Ca Mau will be upgraded to take on five times the amount of traffic by 2030, according to the airport’s plan approved by the Ministry of Transport.

Dong Nai woman confesses to serial poisoning of family members with cyanide

Nguyen Thi Hong Bich has confessed to poisoning four family members with cyanide due to ongoing domestic conflicts, resulting in the deaths of three individuals.

Chinese seafarer rescued in East Sea by Vietnam Maritime Rescue Force

The Vietnam Maritime Rescue Force has rescued a Chinese seafarer who suffered a serious occupational accident in the East Sea.

New biometric verification scam targets bank customers in Vietnam

In its recent "Weekly News" summary, the MIC's Cybersecurity Authority pointed out that online fraud via mobile applications is becoming increasingly prevalent.

Tragic explosion at Binh Duong wood factory: Nine workers severely injured

In a tragic incident at a wood factory in Binh Duong province, a dust storage tank exploded while workers were cleaning the company's dust extraction system, resulting in severe injuries to at least nine workers.

Heat wave intensifies in north, temperatures rise to 39 degrees Celsius

A hot low pressure area in the west is increasing its intensity and is expected to grip the entire northern and north-central regions next week that will cause temperatures to rise up to 38 – 39 degrees Celsius.

The unseen struggle: Families in 2-3 sq.m homes in Ho Chi Minh City

Taking shifts to sleep, with all activities happening in front of the door and the walkway used for parking, storing belongings, and setting up a kitchen for cooking... This is the daily scene in the Cau Ong Lanh neighborhood in HCM City.

Scientific research and quality standards needed to enhance VN ginseng’s value

Establishing quality standards for Vietnamese ginseng and its products is essential to ensure that the Vietnamese medicinal herb meets international regulations and can compete with other types in the market.

Ministry of Public Security proposes fines for domestic violence

A fine of between VNĐ30 million to VNĐ50 million ($1,967) is proposed for forcing a spouse to have sexual intercourse against his or her will.

The ‘village of waste and billionaires’ in Hung Yen province

Over the last 30 years, households in Khoai hamlet in Van Lam district in Hung Yen province have become well off by collecting things that other people throw away. But they have also had to endure environmental pollution.

Hidden cameras in hotels and beaches: A growing threat to privacy

Recently, numerous voyeurism incidents have come to light, sparking widespread public concern. Social media users have expressed anxiety over the possibility of being filmed without their knowledge at various hotels, guesthouses, and tourist sites.

VND272 trillion proposed for 88 infrastructure projects in HCMC

VND272 trillion will be needed for 88 infrastructure projects listed in the investment plan until 2030, according to the HCMC Department of Transport.

The 25-letter name: Danh Thi Mong Thuy Viet Kieu On's humorous journey

With her long and complex name, a woman from Kien Giang province has encountered many humorous situations, even on her wedding day.

Newspaper business: Bright spots and bottlenecks

The economics of journalism and communications has become more complex than ever. New driving forces for journalism development are a hot topic of discussion among  press agencies and policymakers.

$1.1b needed to upgrade 15 km section of HCM City-Binh Duong ring road

Nearly VNĐ28.3 trillion (US$1.1 billion) will be required to widen a 15.3 km section of Ring Road 3 that will connect HCM City and Binh Duong Province when constructed in the next few years.

Hanoi to go green with electric buses by 2035

Between 2026 and 2030, Hanoi aims for a mix of electric buses (50 per cent_ and buses powered by cleaner burning fuels like liquefied natural gas (LNG) or compressed natural gas (CNG) (50 per cent).