Society Long Biên Bridge study outlines path to preservation and urban renewal More than 120 years old, the French-built Long Biên Bridge faces severe deterioration. A new study outlines emergency measures and long-term plans to safeguard its historic role in the capital. 57 minutes ago | Vietnam news Work to begin on new square-park east of Hoàn Kiếm Lake before October 10 1 hours ago | Vietnam news Continuing the heroic series 3 hours ago | Vietnam news 200 women in Cần Thơ receive business training 3 hours ago | Vietnam news 1 Vietnam news | 4 hours ago Hà Nội announces land clearance plan for new square–park project east of Hoàn Kiếm Lake The new square and park are intended to expand green space, provide recreational areas, add high-quality public facilities for tourism and culture and transform the eastern lakeside into a creative hub that reflects Hà Nội’s unique character. 2 Vietnam news | 4 hours ago Việt Nam steps up care and support as rare diseases rise In Việt Nam, there are approximately 100 rare diseases affecting around six million people. However, the diagnosis and treatment of rare diseases still face many difficulties due to a lack of information, medical experts and effective treatment methods. 3 Vietnam news | 4 hours ago Bayer reinforces commitment to advancing healthcare solutions for patients in APAC Bayer, the renowned life science company from Germany, has recently reaffirmed its dedication to advance healthcare solutions for patients in Asia Pacific (APAC) with diverse healthcare landscapes and varying patient needs. 4 Vietnam news | 4 hours ago Two-tier governance: HCM City shifts local infrastructure to commune level HCM City has decided to decentralise the management of certain types of technical infrastructure to commune-level people’s committees in a bid to enhance efficiency and accountability. 5 Vietnam news | 4 hours ago Hưng Yên accelerates social housing projects to meet rising demand Nguyễn Quang Hưng, Standing Vice Chairman of the Hưng Yên Provincial People’s Committee, has instructed relevant departments and localities to urgently develop action plans and speed up site clearance, especially for projects facing resettlement and relocation challenges. 6 Vietnam news | 5 hours ago Mekong Delta sets up Agricultural Experts Club to drive sustainable farming The Mekong Delta has taken a new step in strengthening its agricultural development with the launch of the Agricultural Experts Club. 7 Vietnam news | 5 hours ago HCM City hospital introduces AI-powered robot in reception Nhân Dân Gia Định Hospital, a top-tier hospital in HCM City, has launched an artificial intelligence (AI) robot to assist patients and visitors with reception and guidance work at the hospital’s main entrance. 8 Vietnam news | 5 hours ago Đà Nẵng beach hotel fined over $23,000 for dumping wastewater, food violations A four-star hotel on Đà Nẵng’s prime beachfront strip has been slapped with a VNĐ564 million (US$23,200) fine for illegally discharging untreated wastewater and multiple violations of environmental and food safety regulations, city officials confirmed on Tuesday. 9 Vietnam news | 5 hours ago Tây Ninh to expand transport links with HCM City The southern province of Tây Ninh is placing transport connectivity at the heart of its development agenda, with a strong focus on building new roads and upgrading existing ones to link more directly with HCM City, its closest major urban and economic hub. 10 Vietnam news | 6 hours ago Vietnamese scientists dream of winning first Nobel Prize The prospect of one day seeing a Vietnamese scientist join the ranks of Nobel Prize laureates was evoked in HCM City, as Sweden’s Embassy and RMIT University Việt Nam co-hosted a special dialogue and exhibition on the Nobel legacy. 11 Vietnam news | 9 hours ago HCM City to provide social housing for people commuting long distances to work Individuals who already own a home but live far from their workplace may now be considered for social housing benefits in HCM City, provided they belong to the eligible groups. 12 Vietnam news | 9 hours ago PM outlines prioritised tasks in boosting education-training development He said that the resolution affirms education and training as a leading national policy, decisive for the nation’s future as it strives towards prosperity, civilisation and global standing. 13 Vietnam news | 10 hours ago An Giang Province farmers net flood-season linh bounty Farmers in the upstream areas of An Giang Province are busy catching young linh fish, a tiny seasonal specialty that brings both income and cherished flavours. 14 Vietnam news | 10 hours ago Hà Nội house fire claims four lives, including four-month-old baby The blaze started around 4:30am at a house in Văn Giáp village, according to local authorities. A husband, wife and their two children were sleeping inside when the fire broke out and were unable to escape. 15 Vietnam news | 11 hours ago Cần Thơ public services improve under new 2-tier local government Cần Thơ has launched several initiatives to better serve citizens after getting a two-tier local government. 16 Vietnam news | 11 hours ago New 112 hotline connects citizens to unified emergency response The hotline 112 connects directly to provincial-level military commands, including those in Hà Nội and HCM City, and links with existing emergency services: 113 for police, 114 for fire and rescue, and 115 for medical emergencies. 17 Vietnam news | 13 hours ago Draft decree expands sanctioning powers for tourism violations Commune- and provincial-level leaders could soon fine and suspend operators for tourism violations under a proposed government decree. 18 Vietnam news | 09/15/2025 22:11 VNA expresses gratitude for congratulations on 80th Traditional Day The close attention and guidance from Party and State leaders, the encouragement from central and local agencies, along with the trust from both domestic and international press agencies and the public have formed a tremendous source of motivation for VNA journalists to fulfil their mission as the nation’s key multimedia wire service and a strategic and trusted information centre of the Party and the State. 19 Vietnam news | 09/15/2025 22:09 Exhibition on Việt Nam's 80-year journey wraps up Taking place over 19 days, the exhibition was a highlight of celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day. 20 Vietnam news | 09/15/2025 20:56 Việt Nam police dismantle major online weapons network Investigators say the ring sold thousands of air rifles and parts through social media channels and courier services, earning billions of đồng in profit. 1 2 3 4 5