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National Press Festival 2025 opens in Hanoi

The National Press Festival 2025 opened at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi on June 19 morning, marking a pivotal moment for Vietnam's media landscape as the country is celebrating its 100th anniversary of the Revolutionary Press Day.

Bride and groom ignore the body shamers, have only one regret on wedding day

Since sharing a series of wedding photos and videos on social media, Huynh Dao’s TikTok account (born 1993, HCMC) has been bustling with attention.

Master plan on protection, promotion of human rights approved

A master plan on implementation of recommendations accepted by Vietnam under the fourth cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) took effect on June 17.

50,000 fake alcohol bottles seized in Hanoi: Deadly methanol threat revealed

Police discovered thousands of counterfeit antiseptic bottles containing toxic methanol, raising public health concerns.

FLC ex-chairman's family deposits nearly $1M for potential fine

Trinh Van Quyet's family takes further action to cover penalties amid appeals trial.

Prime Minister orders swift probe into deadly Hanoi explosion

Following a house explosion that killed two people, the PM has urged immediate investigation and public safety measures.

Binh Duong spa fire started by man threatening wife with gasoline

A domestic argument turned dangerous after flames spread from a spilled fuel threat to multiple businesses.

Over 80 press agencies to join National Press Festival 2025

Themed “The Vietnamese press – Loyalty, creativity, mettle, innovation for national development and protection”, this year’s festival holds special significance as it celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day.

Hanoi court cuts sentences in ‘rescue flight’ bribery case

Among those receiving reduced sentences were Tran Tung, former Deputy Director of the Thai Nguyen provincial Department of Foreign Affairs, whose prison term was cut to 10 years from 12, with six years for accepting bribes and four for abusing power.

Vietnam’s revolutionary press nears centennial with modernisation push

Central to this evolution is the Vietnam Journalists’ Association (VJA), which continues to lead, guid and protect journalists.

Chinese visitor recovers backpack with $4,000 left in Hanoi taxi

Thanks to swift action by Noi Bai Airport staff, a Chinese traveler was reunited with his forgotten backpack containing valuable belongings and cash.

Vietnam begins record compensation payout in Truong My Lan bond fraud case

Authorities have started compensating over 43,000 victims in one of Vietnam’s largest financial crime cases involving Truong My Lan.

Ca Mau and Bac Lieu merge, forming a dynamic delta province

The National Assembly approves reunification of two southern provinces under the Ca Mau name.

Digital health insurance codes replace cards in Vietnam from July

Vietnam is introducing a digital health insurance code system on July 1 to replace traditional health cards and boost transparency.

Parents spend big to help overweight kids slim down during summer

Taking advantage of the summer break, many parents are spending tens of millions of dong on gym memberships with personal trainers or online coaching programs in hopes of helping their children lose weight.

Livestream seller arrested for $2.8 million sales, over $40K in tax evasion

A Vung Tau woman has been detained for evading over $40,000 in taxes from her livestream sales, totaling more than $2.8 million.

From July 1, 87 cities across Vietnam will no longer exist

Starting July 1, Vietnam will implement a streamlined two-level government, eliminating the district level.

Record-breaking floods hit Vietnam as 2025’s first storm turns extreme

Meteorologists report historic rainfall and extreme floods, calling the storm’s behavior unprecedented.

FLC appeals trial reopens, Trinh Van Quyet still absent

Despite several defendants being escorted to court early, former FLC Group Chairman Trinh Van Quyet was once again absent as the appeals trial resumed on June 17.

Viral TikTok couple arrested amid fake syrup sales probe

More than 800,000 products were sold through the “Hai Sen Family” social media platforms, including over 100,000 boxes of the “Hai Be appetite syrup” – now declared counterfeit.