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Vietjet flight skids off runway at Tan Son Nhat during heavy rain

A Vietjet Air flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City skidded off the runway during landing at Tan Son Nhat International Airport on May 7, damaging two rear tires after striking a runway edge light.

Heart relic of Bodhisattva Thich Quang Duc to be enshrined at Da Bao Tower

The sacred heart relic of Bodhisattva Thich Quang Duc will be formally enshrined at Da Bao Tower on May 11 as part of Vesak 2025.

Justice reexamined in schoolgirl's death that led to fatal shooting in Vinh Long

The 2024 crash that killed 14-year-old Nguyen Ngoc Bao Tran is now under criminal investigation, reversing earlier decisions.

Shakyamuni Buddha’s sacred Śarīra enshrined in Ba Den Mountain

The Buddha’s sacred Śarīra is enshrined at the Buddhist exhibition centre within the tourist site from May 8 to 13, allowing Buddhist followers and the public to pay their respects during the Vesak celebrations.

Humanitarian Month 2025 launched in HCM City

The VRCS aims to mobilise 400 billion VND (about 15.4 million USD) to implement humanitarian programmes and assist 100,000 individuals and collectives facing hardships.

Ministry warns against impulsive behavior as road rage incidents rise

The Ministry of Public Security has issued a strong appeal to the public, urging all road users to remain calm and composed in traffic, and to absolutely refrain from emotional outbursts and uncivil behavior.

Nationwide rural, agricultural census to begin in July

The rural and agricultural census is one of the three largest statistical censuses in Vietnam, held every ten years. It aims to collect comprehensive information on agriculture, forestry, fisheries and the status of rural development nationwide.

Ministry suspends Petrolimex CEO Dao Nam Hai from key positions

Effective May 6, Dao Nam Hai was removed from his leadership duties until further notice from relevant authorities.

Verbo Capital scam cons 4,000 victims out of 12 million USD

A fake forex platform operated by Chinese and Vietnamese suspects deceived thousands before being shut down by police.

Vesak 2025: Night of light and hope with 35,000 prayer lanterns

Thousands gathered in Ho Chi Minh City to celebrate the UN Day of Vesak with a glowing lantern ceremony symbolizing compassion and unity.

Appeal trial opens for Xuyen Viet Oil case

The case represents a major corruption scandal in Vietnam’s energy sector, spanning both central and local levels.

Chinese nationals caught probing Le king's tomb for relics in Thanh Hoa

Authorities at the Lam Kinh heritage site in Thanh Hoa have uncovered signs of illegal excavation at the tomb of King Le Tuc Tong, allegedly carried out by two Chinese nationals in search of antiquities.

96-year-old woman uses cane to fend off cobra in Nghe An

While in her yard, a 96-year-old woman in Nghe An was suddenly attacked by a cobra. Thanks to her quick reflexes and the cane in her hand, she managed to escape unharmed.

Over 10,000 people pray for peace within framework of Vesak 2025

More than 10,000 people gathered at the Vietnam Buddhist Academy and the Lang Le Cultural Park in Ho Chi Minh City on May 6 evening for a candle-lighting ritual, praying for world peace, as part of the UN Day of Vesak 2025 celebrations.

Vietnam faces growing birth gender gap, Hanoi leads imbalance

Gender imbalance at birth worsens in Vietnam, posing long-term risks for society.

Food safety officials test rare pork dish amid toxicity allegations

Authorities launch formal probe into lòng se điếu after viral posts allege toxic chemicals are used to fake the rare dish.

Vietnam’s Health Ministry issues urgent call to fight fake food products

Following multiple fake milk and supplement scandals, authorities urge crackdowns on counterfeit goods and illegal advertising.

Da Nang police apologize for delay in driving license exams

Da Nang’s traffic police launched their first driver’s license test under new regulations, following a two-month delay.

Four Vietnamese found dead in Taiwan apartment from suspected CO2 poisoning

Taiwanese police have identified the cause of death and the identities of four Vietnamese nationals found deceased in an apartment in Taoyuan over the weekend. Authorities are investigating the case as a suspected carbon dioxide poisoning incident.

HCM City holds grand Buddha procession for Vesak celebration

The traditional bathing of the Buddha and a long procession marked the start of Vesak 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City.