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More than 100 doctors and nurses in Australia have traveled more than 5,000 kilometers to Phong Nha Commune in Quang Tri Province, north-central Vietnam to provide free medical examinations and treatment for around 1,500 local residents.

The Department of Health in Ho Chi Minh City confirmed on Wednesday evening that there had been no unusual rise in COVID-19 infections, with no severe cases, fatalities or concerning new variants detected in the city.

A massive fire broke out at Bien Hoa Market in Dong Nai City, a neighbor of Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday evening, damaging multiple kiosks along the market's front section.

BYD Vietnam has revealed several details about the configuration of the Ti7 plug-in hybrid SUV, which is expected to enter Vietnam soon, with the ability to travel up to 155 kilometers in fully electric mode.

Authorities in Dong Nai City, southern Vietnam, have uncovered seven pig-fattening farms using the banned substance salbutamol following a week-long inspection, temporarily seizing more than 4,100 pigs as part of an investigation into illegal livestock practices.

The Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) is rolling out a broad package of fee reductions to encourage airlines to launch new services and restore suspended air routes to Da Lat in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong ahead of the reopening of Lien Khuong International Airport on August 19.

A foreign tourist was prevented from entering the iconic Cau Pagoda in Hoi An Ward in the central coastal city of Da Nang after a tour guide determined that her revealing outfit was inappropriate for the heritage site, according to a video that has attracted widespread attention online.

Ho Chi Minh City police on Wednesday confirmed they had received 47 Vietnamese citizens deported from the United States, the largest group repatriated so far in 2026.

A Vietnamese war veteran whose 15 children were all affected by Agent Orange shared the devastating toll the toxic chemical has taken on his family, with 12 of them dead and the three survivors continuing to battle severe health problems, during a televised program on Tuesday.

Vietnam's DatViet VAC Group Holdings (DatVietVAC) officially launched book-building for its initial public offering on Wednesday. Alongside the IPO, the company is rolling out an investor incentive program valued at up to VND25 billion (US$951,745).

SpaceX as soon as this month aims to launch its next Starship flight test, sending its first upgraded Starlink satellites into orbit and then returning the massive rocket system's upper stage to land for the first time, CEO Elon Musk said on the company's first earnings call Tuesday.

Jetstar, the budget arm of Australia's national carrier Qantas, will require passengers who want to store carry-on bags in overhead lockers to pay extra from February, as the airline overhauls its cabin baggage policy.

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More airlines in Vietnam are seeking to operate their own ground handling services instead of relying on third-party providers in a bid to give carriers greater control over operations, shorten aircraft turnaround times, and help reduce flight delays.

Taiwan's education agency is expected to meet with the foreign affairs authority to explore solutions for Vietnamese students who face potential delays in obtaining student visas because they must wait for their official high school graduation diplomas.

Vietnam has tightened penalties for irresponsible pet ownership, with dog owners facing fines of up to VND2 million (US$76) for taking unmuzzled or unleashed dogs into public places. This infographic breaks down the key violations, the authorities empowered to issue fines, and why enforcement remains a challenge despite stricter regulations.

One month after excavation and search efforts began at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City, authorities have discovered the remains of 197 fallen soldiers, including several mass graves that are currently undergoing separation and identification.

A low-pressure system over the East Vietnam Sea has strengthened into a tropical depression, but it is not expected to affect Vietnam’s coastal or inland areas, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

Education has long been the bridge between Malaysia and Vietnam. Artificial intelligence, says Malaysia's top diplomat in Ho Chi Minh City, is changing what that bridge is made of.

Organizers of Miss Heritage Global 2026 on Monday unveiled the pageant’s official schedule in Vietnam and introduced its official crown at Furama Resort Da Nang in Ngu Hanh Son Ward, Da Nang City.

Rather than taking part in visits to large-scale tourist attractions, officers and sailors of the U.S. Navy's nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington experienced a more unexpected side of Da Nang in central Vietnam: the city’s homegrown specialties, including Quang-style noodles, Nam O fish sauce, and coffee.

A centuries-old annual bird chick hunt on a remote Scottish island, known as the Guga Hunt, has been banned this year, the authorities said Monday, citing conservation concerns.

The Air Force Officer College in Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam on Tuesday held a ceremony to announce the establishment of a center dedicated to practical training in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), as the country works to develop highly qualified personnel and strengthen its UAV capabilities for national defense.

Ho Chi Minh City is rolling out a program offering free home-based health checkups for the elderly, people with disabilities, and those unable to travel, as part of its commitment to ensure “no one is left behind” in public health services.

A 26-year-old woman from Ho Chi Minh City faced her fear of sharks by joining a nurse shark diving tour in the Maldives, an experience that later inspired her to return and explore more of the Maldives’ marine life.

Despite spending dozens of hours planning itineraries and juggling both the group's budget and emotions, Vietnam's trip planners often receive complaints instead of the heartfelt appreciation they deserve, according to a recent survey released by Klook, a travel and experience platform.

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Prominent Vietnamese tech entrepreneur Nguyen Hoa Binh, better known as ‘Shark Binh,’ faces 10-15 years in prison after being indicted for laundering nearly VND320 billion (US$12.5 million) linked to a large-scale investment fraud scheme.

Vietnam delivered one of their most impressive performances of the tournament with a commanding 3-0 victory over Indonesia at Pakansari Stadium on Monday, moving to the top of Group A and putting one foot in the semifinals of the 2026 ASEAN Hyundai Cup.

A very strong El Niño, recently reported by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, has raised concerns that Vietnam's Mekong Delta could face a repeat of the severe drought and saltwater intrusion experienced in 2015-16, or an even worse crisis, prompting authorities across the region to begin preparing for its potential impacts.

Residents, students, and tourism businesses on Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island are signing up for English classes aimed at improving communication with foreign visitors as the island prepares to host APEC meetings in 2027.

Doctors, lawyers, real estate brokers, lecturers, teachers, and other taxpayers who underreport income may face tax penalties for violations committed within the past five years under Vietnam's tax law.

KUMAMOTO -- Temperatures reached 40.3 degrees Celsius in the city of Kumamoto on Monday, topping 40 degrees for the first time on record in the namesake southwestern Japan prefecture, adding to the plight of local residents hit by a powerful earthquake last Tuesday.

TOKYO -- Japan's Foreign Ministry will support Japanese small and midsize companies and startups seeking to enter the Indian market or expand investment there through diplomatic efforts to urge the Indian government to remove regulatory barriers.