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Hanoi cracks down on illegal wild bird market

Authorities of Hanoi’s Quoc Oai District have removed a temporary market by Thang Long Avenue that specialised in selling wild birds.

Two die crossing railway in Hanoi

Two women have died after being hit by a train while driving a motorbike across the railway in Hanoi on Friday morning.

Landslide at Quang Ninh coal mine kills two

A landslide at a coal mine in the northern province of Quang Ninh has killed two workers and injured six others.

Tan Son Nhat Airport prepares for peak season on New Year holiday

Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City has seen a surge in travel volume amid people travelling during the Christmas and New Year holidays, which takes place between December 23 and January 2, 2024.

HCM City car rental service attracts customers

Many people in HCM City have chosen to rent cars for travellling during the coming Tet Lunar New Year holiday due to the rising cost of train and air tickets.

Vietnam Airlines warns clients of online fraud

Vietnam Airlines has warned passengers of online fraud where scammers pretend to be partners of Vietnam Airlines and deceive customers by offering gifts or commissions in exchange for tasks.

Teacher in Hanoi applies yoga to help children’s development

Assisting children in enhancing focus and self-control is a constant consideration for teacher Tran Lan Phuong.

Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade arrested for bribe taking allegation

The Ministry of Public Security's investigation police agency has launched legal proceedings against and detained Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Do Thang Hai on charge of “receiving bribes”.

First Vietnamese Medical Encyclopedia to be published

The first Vietnamese Medical Encyclopedia will be published shortly.

Specialized mechanisms required to unlock Hanoi's development potential

In light of a resource shortage for Hanoi's development, economic experts are calling for the implementation of specialised mechanisms to revolutionise the mobilisation of funds beyond the budgetary constraints.

Inspections on food safety and hygiene in 10 localities during Tet

The inspection plan aims to ensure food safety and hygiene of food commonly used during the lunar New Year.

Regional minimum wage to increase by 6 per cent next year

The National Wage Council on Wednesday gave the green light to lifting the regional minimum wage by 6 per cent next year.

Reducing health risks in wildlife farms in VN

A two-year joint cooperation project between Germany and VN has been carried out to strengthen the government’s efforts to ensure biosecurity in the many facilities that are farming wild animals.

Proposal on minimum wage to be submitted for Government approval

After two negotiation sessions, the National Salary Council on December 20 reached a consensus to finalise the proposal to increase the regional minimum wage by 6% starting from July 1, 2024, to submit for Government for approval.

HCMC finance department director arrested

Le Duy Minh, director of the HCMC Department of Finance, has been arrested on alleged charges of accepting bribes in connection with the Xuyen Viet Oil case, said Lieutenant General To An Xo, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Security (MPS).

Phu Quoc to build coastal road

Authorities in the southern tourist island of Phu Quoc have approved the construction of a four-kilometre coastal road to facilitate local economic development and provide visitors with access to public beaches.

HCM City seeks developers for 41 PPP projects

HCM City is calling for investment in 41 projects under the (public-private partnership) PPP model in the fields of healthcare, education and training, sports and culture.

High sugar and salt content in children’s commercial foods revealed

Study across seven countries shows an alarming 72 per cent of snacks and finger foods marketed at children under three years old contain added sugars and sweeteners.

"Let Her Talk" joins Women's Unions to provide free cervical cancer screening

The Women's Unions of Thu Duc City and District 6, HCM City, cooperated with the "Let Her Talk" campaign to host the "Screen for Cervical Cancer Today" event on December 2 and 9.

Young entrepreneur pursues success with Cao Phong oranges

After trying many jobs in different industries, from a teacher to a seller, Vu Thi Le Thuy decided to kick off her own business with her hometown's popular product - Cao Phong orange.