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Many middle-aged Vietnamese men choose aesthetic treatments

Not only celebrities but ordinary people as well also have demand for upgrading their beauty. Many men have had breast augmentation surgeries, buttocks padding or abdominal liposuction.

Pilot sidewalk usage fee collection proposed in Hoàn Kiếm District

The proposal came after assessing the current management status at 123 local streets in the city.

Strict nighttime alcohol inspections in Hanoi: No exemptions

The Traffic Police Department of Hanoi has ramped up nighttime inspections for alcohol violations, rigorously checking all drivers, including female motorcyclists.

HCM City tests removing countdown timer displays on traffic light systems

The HCM City Department of Transportation said it is testing the removal of countdown timer displays on traffic light systems at four major intersections in the city to avoid cases of trying to run the light or suddenly braking and causing accidents.

Man volunteers to help control traffic flow in Thanh Hoa

For two years, a man in Thanh Hoa has showed up on Highway No 47, not minding the pouring rain or scorching sun. He has helped thousands of workers return home safely after a day of hard work.

Relic sites across Vietnam record significant donation income in 2023

The total amount of money collected by relics throughout Vietnam in 2023 reached 4,100 billion VND (US$178 million).

Flight attendant drug smuggling case leads to 961 defendants charged

Since the case involving four flight attendants carrying drugs from France to Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City Police have expanded their investigation, leading to the prosecution of 318 cases involving 961 defendants.

High-risk earthquake areas need response plans

Since the beginning of the year Vietnam has experienced 135 earthquakes, but all were minor earthquakes with magnitudes ranging from 2.5 to 4.1.

Inspiring bond: Nghe An student’s 10-year journey carrying his friend to school

In Chau Hanh commune (Quy Chau district, Nghe An province), the image of a slim boy carrying his friend to school for over 10 years, rain or shine, has become a familiar sight.

Routine health check uncovers rusty nail embedded in man’s neck

A rusty nail lodged in his neck went unnoticed until a routine health check revealed the foreign object. The man exhibited no unusual symptoms.

Probe into Japanese boy’s drowning at Mui Ne resort halted again

After multiple suspensions and resumptions of the investigation, the Binh Thuan Provincial Police have once again decided to suspend the case involving the drowning of a Japanese boy at a resort.

Trung Kinh blaze kills 14: Hanoi authorities uncover electrical fault

At a press conference held on June 26, Major General Nguyen Thanh Tung, Deputy Director of Hanoi City Police, revealed the findings of the investigation into the tragic fire at Trung Kinh, which resulted in the deaths of 14 people.

Former Hai Phong Police chief wins sentence reduction in appeal

On June 26, the High People's Court in Hanoi reviewed the aggravating and mitigating circumstances of the defendants in the case involving the buying and selling of invoices, giving and receiving bribes, and fraudulent appropriation of property.

Hanoi's 'specialty' alleys: A firefighter's nightmare

Hanoi is "home" to thousands of narrow alleys, some of which are less than an arm's width wide. Pedestrians often have to lean against the wall to avoid moving motorbikes.

Important updates on ID card issuance and renewal starting July 1 in Vietnam

On June 24, both the Ho Chi Minh City Police and Hanoi City Police announced a temporary suspension of issuing Citizen ID cards from June 25 to June 30.

Suspect admits to secretly filming model Chau Bui at studio

At the police station, N.T.H. admitted to installing a hidden camera to secretly film model Chau Bui changing clothes in the bathroom of the studio.

HCM City advances Moc Bai expressway plan with nearly US$790 million proposal

The Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee has submitted a proposal to the Prime Minister for approval of the investment policy for the Phase 1 construction of the Ho Chi Minh City - Moc Bai Expressway.

Da Lat fire claims lives of three siblings: Mother forgot to turn off gas stove

A tragic fire occurred in Da Lat City, Lam Dong Province, resulting in the deaths of three young children after their mother forgot to turn off the gas stove before going out.

Hanoi construction site accident: Hoist cable break kills 3, injures 7

A tragic incident occurred at the construction site of Dong Yen B kindergarten in Dong Yen commune, Quoc Oai district, Hanoi, resulting in the deaths of three people and injuries to seven others.

15% pension increase: Government proposal to make history

The Government has proposed a significant adjustment to pensions and social insurance benefits starting July 1, 2024, with an expected increase of up to 15%. If approved, this will mark the highest increase ever in these benefits.