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Eldest sister, a street singer, traverses country to find her two siblings

For dozens of years, Le Thi My Le tirelessly tried to find her siblings in order to reach peace of mind. From the moment she was born, Le bore a burden far exceeding the strength of an ordinary woman.

Jackpot joy turns to lawsuits

In poverty, everyone bonds happily, but hitting the lottery can spark conflicts of interest. Fathers sue sons and friends turn on foes, dragging each other to court over winnings.

Former health minister appointed Belgian consultant before legal bidding process

Nguyen Thi Kim Tien designated VK Company as the lead consultant for two hospital megaprojects prior to contractor selection, violating bidding regulations.

Scene reenactment draws massive crowd in Vietnam child murder-for-profit case

Quang Nam authorities recreated a chilling crime scene as part of their investigation into a mother’s alleged killing of her son to claim insurance payouts.

New trend: work in inner city, live in suburbs

Unable to bear the monthly interest payment for a home loan, Do Duc Long decided to move back to his hometown, commuting over 20 kilometers daily by motorbike to work.

VND7.665 trillion railway project still unfinished after 20 years

For two decades, the Yen Vien – Pha Lai - Ha Long – Cai Lan railway project, capitalized at VND7.665 billion, remains unfinished, and today needs an additional investment of about VND700 billion to resume.

Hanoi plans construction of three major Red River bridges in 2025

Tu Lien, Tran Hung Dao, and Ngoc Hoi bridges are set to launch construction next year, aiming to relieve congestion and connect the capital to key provinces.

Hanoi woman scammed out of USD 28,000 in fake VIP ticket commission scheme

The scam began with minor payouts and escalated to a fake VIP ticket distribution scheme, prompting a police investigation.

Hanoi woman killed in apartment attack by suspect believed to be high on drugs

A shocking pre-dawn rampage at Bamboo Garden in Quoc Oai leaves residents shaken as police investigate.

Vietnam police issue alert over online charity after TikToker raises $644,000

Vietnamese police say they are monitoring high-profile donation drives and warn of criminal repercussions if laws are broken.

Horrific case in Quang Nam: Mother accused of killing son for insurance payout

Vietnamese police have arrested a mother who allegedly murdered her son in a chilling plan to profit from a life insurance policy.

Wasted funds and empty hospitals: The painful price of delay in health sector

Two major hospital branches remain unused after over a decade, with more than half the funding already spent and significant losses mounting.

Two children dead, suspicions rising - but family pleads for truth, not gossip

As rumors swirl about a mother killing her children for insurance money, the children’s aunt speaks out to clarify key details.

Thuan An Group corruption case expands to 3 criminal investigations, 30 suspects

The Ministry of Public Security has launched three major investigations tied to infrastructure contracts and bribery at Thuan An Group.

400 apartments damaged in HCMC quake tremors; one fatality reported at high-rise

The March 28 earthquake in Myanmar continues to impact Vietnam, with new damage and tragic loss of life reported in District 8.

Vietnamese police resolve over 9,400 crimes, dismantle 9 gangs in Q1 2025

The Ministry of Public Security reported major breakthroughs in crime control and drug enforcement in the first quarter of the year.

Ministry detains influencers over fake ‘green’ supplement scandal

Pham Quang Linh and Nguyen Thi Thai Hang, known for their online fame, are now facing serious legal consequences over a misleading health product.

Vietnam’s Penal Code may soon include electronic monitoring and entry bans

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed adding new principal and supplementary punishments to the draft amended Penal Code, including electronic monitoring and entry bans.

Mother has 11 children, 11 daughters- and sons-in-law, all successful

Whenever the big family gathers – great-grandmother, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren - they all fill their house's entire courtyard.

Hanoi extends walking street hours for Hung Kings and April 30 holidays

The Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian zone will operate for four nights during the Hung Kings holiday and five nights during the April 30-May 1 celebrations.