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Heat wave intensifies, temperatures keep rising to 37-39℃

The ongoing heat wave that has been gripping across northern and central localities of Vietnam for the past few days is anticipated to increase its intensity on June 13, with daytime temperatures rising to 37-39℃.

Records of war evidence handed over to families of martyrs

War evidence records of Vietnamese soldiers who laid down their lives or were missing in the resistance war against the US imperialists were handed over to their families at a ceremony in Hanoi on June 12.

Tourists stuck in Ha Giang offered free accommodation

Due to record-high floods on the Lo River, visitors to Ha Giang got stuck in the province and were offered free accommodation.

HCMC to spend VND13.9 trillion building two major parks

Two large park projects will be developed in Thu Duc City and District 12 at a total cost of VND13.9 trillion, according to the project owner.

HCM City proposes high-speed boat service for Long Thanh Airport transit

In a bid to revolutionize transportation options, Ho Chi Minh City is considering the introduction of high-speed boat services to ferry passengers to the upcoming Long Thanh International Airport in Dong Nai province.

Foreign tourists assist Ninh Binh farmers with rice raking before rain

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, a group of foreign tourists enthusiastically helped farmers in Tam Coc - Bich Dong (Ninh Binh province) rake rice and bring rice from drying ground into home ahead of an impending rainstorm.

Police assist 400 foreign tourists stranded by floods in Ha Giang

Ha Giang Province’s Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has asked travel agencies to halt all tourism activities that ’can be unsafe for tourists,’ even change itinerary if needed.

Vietnam takes urgent action to have EC's "yellow card" removed

To have the “yellow card” that the European Commission (EC) has imposed on Vietnamese seafood regarding illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing lifted has been considered an urgent task of the fishery sector.

Da Nang Airport introduces automated luggage check-in for int'l passengers

In a significant enhancement to passenger convenience, Da Nang International Airport has introduced an automated baggage drop system, enabling international travelers to check in their luggage without queuing.

Flash floods and landslides warning for northern Vietnam

Hanoi is forecast to experience similar conditions to the northwest region, with temperatures ranging from 26°C to 34°C.

Vietnam to brace for three to four tropical storms till year’s end

Between seven and nine tropical storms/tropical depressions are expected to form in the East Sea from now till the end of 2024, of which three to four will slam into Vietnam’s mainland, mainly from September to November.

Blaze engulfs Tram Chim National Park in Dong Thap Province

A sprawling cajuput forest within Tram Chim National Park, located in Tam Nong district, Dong Thap province, is currently ablaze, emitting billows of smoke reaching hundreds of meters into the sky.

Advocating for compulsory 'anti-child abandonment' protocols on school buses

A proposition has been tabled advocating for mandatory protocols to prevent child abandonment incidents on school buses.

VTV's coverage of Thich Minh Tue raises public interest and controversy

VTV1's recent features on Thich Minh Tue, aired on June 8 and 9, have stirred significant public interest, sparking discussions regarding the portrayal of the interviewee.

Fire hits Vietnamese market in Prague

A fire occurred at the Sapa shopping centre of Vietnamese in Prague in the early morning of June 10, destroying six stalls worth about 2 million CZK ( over 87,200 USD).

Hanoi authorities require urgent safety measures for student filmed being beaten

The young teenager, a student in Chuong My District, was beaten, stripped and filmed, with images posted on social media.

HCM City’s metro line 1 trial run potentially delayed to November 2024

The trial run of Metro Line 1 in Ho Chi Minh City faces the possibility of being postponed until November 2024, instead of the initially planned date of October, due to delays in progress by the contractor Hitachi.

Increasing prevalence: Vascular diseases afflicting younger people

According to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huu Uoc, Chairman of the Vietnam Vascular Disease Association, there is a noticeable trend of vascular diseases affecting younger age groups alongside the traditional elderly demographic.

VND 4.5 billion earmarked for Long Thanh Airport urban planning design

On June 10, the People's Committee of Dong Nai Province announced the formation of a competition council to manage the "General Urban Planning Idea for Long Thanh Airport, Dong Nai Province, and Surrounding Areas."

Efforts underway to rescue 1,000 tourists stranded in Ha Giang amidst floods

Heavy rainfall inundated Ha Giang province, resulting in flash floods that severed access to the main thoroughfare leading to Nho Que River.