Under a newly passed resolution by the Hà Nội People’s Council, plastic items commonly used in tourism and hospitality, including disposable toothbrushes, razors, cotton swabs, shower caps and miniature toiletries, will be phased out from January 1, 2026.

The captial city’s air pollution goals must also align with climate objectives, extending beyond motorbikes to include private cars through policies aimed at reducing personal vehicle use.

A joint Vietnamese task force intercepted a man and woman transporting 17kg of meth and 6,000 ketamine pills across the border in a late-night bust near Khe Sanh.

Lou Jiaqi, born 2000, brought gold worth over VNĐ2.6 billion (US$100,000) into Việt Nam without declaring it to customs upon entry, as required by law.

The event was part of activities in commemoration of the 78th War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27, 1947-2025).

Phenikaa University should build its own cultural identity and brand based on the philosophy that students are the centre, the university is the foundation, and teachers are the driving force. Its culture is inseparable from the national culture, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

In Việt Nam, breast and cervical cancer constitute a substantial dual disease burden, imposing a significant impact on women's health and societal well-being.

If he is confirmed to be a victim of the boat accident, only two people would remain missing.

Authorities in HCM City have taken proactive measures to cope with the effects of Tropical Storm No. 3, internationally known as Wipha, which is bringing strong winds and rain to southern coastal provinces from Lâm Đồng to Cà Mau, including HCM City.

With strategic planning, technology adoption, and strong community engagement, HCM City is demonstrating that agriculture can thrive, even in one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing urban centres.

Uri Shpatz, lead agronomist of Bananot Hahof, the cooperative cultivating the U Hồng lychee variety since 2016, explains that they were not the first to bring the Vietnamese lychee to this Middle Eastern nation.

According to meteorologist Mai Văn Khiêm, Director of the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, Wipha has shown minimal movement since the late afternoon today, based on satellite tracking from 5pm to 7pm.

The reception and operation of aircraft at airports located within the affected areas will be suspended on Monday and Tuesday.

Due to the impact of tropical storm Wipha (Storm No. 3), which has brought heavy rain to the coastal areas of Phú Quốc and Kiên Hải in An Giang Province, authorities have urged tourism operators to avoid taking tourists to areas with large waves.

A happy boat trip with friends and families around A happy boat trip with friends and families around Hạ Long Bay ended in tragedy when the vessel they were in capsized in bad weather. From the 49 people on board, 10 survived and 35 were confirmed dead. Four others remain missing.

Vice President Võ Thị Ánh Xuân highlighted the need for young intellectuals to grasp global trends, be politically astute both domestically and internationally, set personal goals and aspirations and connect their research with real life to make practical and effective contributions.

Since early 2025, infections have been reported in all provinces and cities, with the southern region seeing a 30 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024, including multiple fatalities

A programme called “Coast Guard Accompanies Fishermen” has helped to raise awareness of legal issues among local fishermen and strengthen ties between maritime law enforcement and coastal communities in Vĩnh Long Province.

The High School for the Gifted under the Việt Nam National University-HCM City (VNU-HCM) will organise the 2025 Summer School of Advanced Mathematics (VSSAM 2025) from August 15 to 22, aiming to foster mathematical interest and nurture young talent among lower secondary students.

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has called on ministries, central agencies, and local authorities to take urgent and coordinated action to fulfil the national goal of doing away with all makeshift and substandard housing by August 31.