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Lights flickered back to life in Spain and Portugal early Tuesday after a massive blackout hit the Iberian peninsula stranding passengers in trains and hundreds of elevators while millions saw phone and internet coverage die.

Greece aims to install remote train control systems to make its railways safer by September, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Monday, more than two years after the country's worst rail disaster killed 57 people, most of them students.

India's industrial output in March missed economists' expectations amid a quicker data release and slower mining activity, but rebounded from a six-month low in the previous month, government data showed on Monday.

The South Korean city of Daegu ordered on Monday more than 1,200 residents to evacuate after strong winds whipped up a wildfire and prompted the closure of a highway in the area due to concerns about the blaze.

Vietnamese startup ADT Global won first prize in the Gitex Europe Award category at GITEX Asia 2025, one of Asia’s largest technology and startup events, held last week in Singapore.

Vietnam's automobile market witnessed a surge in March, with a notable spike in imports from China.

A direct flight from Tashkent, Uzbekistan landed at Da Nang International Airport on Sunday, bringing over 180 visitors to the central coastal city of Da Nang for tourism and cultural experiences.

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has affirmed that Vietnam is an indispensable partner of Japan, emphasizing Tokyo’s commitment to deepening multifaceted cooperation with Hanoi and supporting the Southeast Asian nation in achieving its socio-economic objectives in the new era of development.

Phu Quoc Island, located off the coast of Kien Giang Province in southern Vietnam, is experiencing a surge in visitors from South Korea, with nearly 480,000 arrivals in the year to mid-April.

In a stirring moment during the final rehearsal on Sunday morning for the upcoming 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and Reunification Day on April 30, a contingent of Chinese soldiers captured the attention and hearts of onlookers as they marched through the streets of downtown Ho Chi Minh City singing a beloved Vietnamese revolutionary song.

Vietnam has seen a dramatic increase in the number of women marrying foreign nationals in recent years, according to a new report released by the General Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance on Friday.

As the 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and Reunification Day (April 30) approaches, thousands of residents and visitors are preparing to witness the grand military parade and march scheduled for April 30. To help revelers enjoy the event safely and comfortably, here is a comprehensive guide on key details, from road closures to the best viewing spots and travel tips.

The runway lighting system at Long Thanh International Airport, under construction in Dong Nai Province, southern Vietnam, was officially lit up on Saturday evening, according to the Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV).

Scientists have identified the fossilized remains of the oldest-known ant - a winged insect with fearsome scythe-like jaws that lived about 113 million years ago during the age of dinosaurs and was preserved in limestone unearthed in northeastern Brazil.

A special aircraft carrying Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru and his spouse landed at Noi Bai International Airport on Sunday afternoon, marking the start of his first visit to Vietnam in his capacity as Japan’s head of government.

Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer VinFast generated VND44.019 trillion, equivalent to US$1.8 billion, in revenue in 2024, surging 57.9 percent over the previous year, according to the company's unaudited financial results.

Pope Francis smashed the stereotypical profile for a pontiff, becoming the Catholic Church's first leader from the Americas and the first non-European since the eighth century.

The Grand Celebration of April 30, 2025 is being held on a large scale, featuring a grand military parade in Ho Chi Minh City, art performances, televised broadcasts, exhibitions, commemorative visits, and community activities across Vietnam.

A mandatory English proficiency survey for approximately 73,000 high school teachers in Ho Chi Minh City, conducted by the municipal Department of Education and Training from April 23 to 29, has been met with widespread frustration over technical issues, overly difficult questions, and concerns about the survey's validity.

The European Central Bank has launched a task force, chaired by Vice President Luis de Guindos, that will look for ways of simplifying banking rules in Europe, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Saturday.

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Chinese social media platform TikTok will enter the online shopping industry in Japan within the next few months, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Sunday.

Boom! Boom! Boom! The roar of the cannons echoes through Bach Dang Wharf in downtown Ho Chi Minh City as a sea of enthusiastic spectators cheer in unison on Sunday morning.

Helicopters rumbled past the window of my office in Binh Thanh District, motivating my team to rush over and take a look.

Vietnam's sex ratio at birth has remained significantly skewed, with 2024 data indicating nearly 120 boys born for every 100 girls in some locales – well above the balanced rate of 104-106 boys per 100 girls.

As a final rehearsal for the state-level parade and march is set to take place in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday morning, residents are advised to stay clear of restricted zones and accessible parking lots to ensure safety and security during the event.

The Forest Protection Department in Kien Giang Province, southern Vietnam warned on Friday that despite early seasonal rains, intense heat continues to pose an extreme wildfire threat across approximately 18,750 hectares of forest, with an estimated 20,000 hectares at risk in the coming weeks.

Masan Group (HOSE: MSN) is poised to embrace digital transformation, a strategic move aimed at maximizing its operational capabilities.

Hanoi is set to host a series of exciting festivals, exhibitions, and cultural activities from April 27 to May 1 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Vietnam’s Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers’ Day (May 1), the city’s Department of Tourism said on Friday.

Chinese group Bestway International on Friday launched construction of a US$300 million factory in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta city of Can Tho, marking the first project to break ground at the newly developed Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Park (VSIP) Can Tho.

Military contingents from China, Laos, and Cambodia participated in a state-level parade rehearsal on Le Duan Boulevard in downtown Ho Chi Minh City on Friday evening.

SEVILLE, Spain -- Preparations for the Copa del Rey final were thrown into turmoil on Friday when Real Madrid accused the match referees of having «animosity and hostility» towards them and called on the Spanish FA to take action.

Ho Chi Minh City on Friday broke ground on a major embankment project along the Saigon River aimed at preventing flooding, controlling erosion, and protecting residential areas in District 12 and Hoc Mon District.

WASHINGTON -- Spiking trade uncertainty is compounding rising debt and sluggish growth problems facing emerging markets and developing countries, but cutting their own tariffs could provide a big boost, said Indermit Gill, the World Bank's chief economist.