Ho Chi Minh City serves as fertile ground for businesses to rise
In-Depth 13:08 29/04/2026Half a century after proudly bearing the name of late President Ho Chi Minh, Ho Chi Minh City has transformed itself into Vietnam’s economic heart–a dynamic hub where entrepreneurial ambitions are nurtured and propelled onto the global stage.
Ho Chi Minh City targets global cultural city status by 2045
Ho Chi Minh City 12:28 29/04/2026Ho Chi Minh City aims to become a global cultural city by 2045, with cultural and creative industries contributing at least 10 percent of its economy, under an action plan issued by the city’s Party Committee.
Suspected food poisoning cases at Ho Chi Minh City elementary school rise to 46
Ho Chi Minh City 11:17 29/04/2026Health authorities in Ho Chi Minh City reported that suspected food poisoning cases at Dang Thuy Tram Elementary School in Tan Thuan Ward had climbed to 46 as of Tuesday afternoon.
Vietnam charges 8 in bank account scheme linked to Cambodia cyber fraud
Vietnam News 11:20 29/04/2026Police in Ninh Binh Province, northern Vietnam have charged eight people with money laundering for allegedly opening and leasing bank accounts used to process funds for a cyber fraud operation in Cambodia, authorities said on Tuesday.
25 suspected food poisoning cases reported at Ho Chi Minh City elementary school
Ho Chi Minh City 11:32 28/04/2026Some hospitals in Ho Chi Minh City have reported 25 suspected cases of food poisoning linked to Dang Thuy Tram Elementary School in Tan Thuan Ward, with one child experiencing severe complications requiring mechanical ventilation.
Hanoi fines youth-favorite eateries Dookki, Laboong, Com Tho Bach Khoa over food safety violations
Economy 11:30 28/04/2026Authorities in several Hanoi wards have fined a string of popular youth-oriented eateries, including Dookki, Laboong Milk Tea, and Com Tho Bach Khoa, for food safety violations such as poor hygiene, inadequate waste handling, and failure to register business operations.
Vietnam proposes fines of over $150 for cooked food handlers failing to trim fingernails, wear gloves
Vietnam News 10:31 28/04/2026Vietnam’s Ministry of Justice is reviewing a draft decree that would impose stricter fines on food safety violations, including penalties of up to VND4 million (US$152) for restaurant workers who fail to trim fingernails or wear gloves when handling cooked food.
Couple arrested for allegedly producing 2,800 tonnes of contaminated fresh noodles in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 15:52 26/04/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested a married couple accused of producing and distributing more than 2,800 metric tons of fresh noodles containing banned industrial chemicals over the past decade.
Research, skills boost in-house capability in Vietnam’s Factory A32 aircraft maintenance
In-Depth 19:00 26/04/2026Factory A32 in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, is steadily strengthening its ability to maintain and repair fighter jets by combining aerospace research with highly skilled technical work as it moves toward greater autonomy in military aviation.
Technicians maintaining Vietnam’s fighter jets regarded as ‘national assets’
In-Depth 09:51 26/04/2026At Factory A32, Vietnam’s only facility specializing in the repair, life extension, and maintenance of modern combat aircraft, technicians spend years mastering the precision skills required to service fighter jets, where even the smallest detail can affect flight safety and highly trained personnel are regarded as 'national assets.'
Rail safety in Vietnam requires systemic fixes: opinion
In-Depth 20:22 25/04/2026A recent collision between a train and an electric car in suburban Hanoi’s Dai Xuyen Commune has once again exposed safety risks across Vietnam’s rail network, highlighting that public awareness alone is not enough to prevent accidents.
Electric bikes, solar power gain traction as heatwaves push up energy demand in Vietnam
In-Depth 15:21 21/04/2026Prolonged heatwaves in Vietnam are not only driving electricity demand sharply higher but also prompting households to rethink how they manage living costs, with electric bikes and rooftop solar power emerging as practical ways to optimize energy use and reduce expenses.
Participation drives progress: Vietnam’s inclusive breakthrough
In-Depth 13:25 21/04/2026On the National Day of Persons with Disabilities (April 18), Vietnam marked a meaningful milestone. For the first time, a representative nominated by the community of persons with disabilities has been elected to the 16th National Assembly. This achievement captures the spirit of this year’s theme: 'Promoting the participation rights of persons with disabilities – Creating breakthroughs for development.'
Businesses in Vietnam spend big to keep pace in AI race
In-Depth 15:14 20/04/2026In the glass towers of Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, a quiet but costly race is underway to upgrade capabilities and avoid falling behind in the accelerating wave of artificial intelligence (AI).
Vietnam’s Factory A32 boosts self-reliance in fighter jet maintenance
In-Depth 12:36 19/04/2026Vietnam’s military aviation overhaul capability is steadily moving toward greater self-reliance as Factory A32 expands its capacity to produce an increasing share of spare parts for fighter jet maintenance, reducing dependence on imported components that are often expensive, scarce, and vulnerable to global supply disruptions.
Vietnam’s Mekong Delta shifts from fighting to living with saltwater intrusion in dry season
In-Depth 20:00 12/04/2026As saltwater intrusion has intensified across Vietnam’s Mekong Delta since early April amid the hot dry season, local authorities and residents are increasingly moving from blocking salinity at all costs to adapting and coexisting with it to mitigate its impacts.
FIFA increases financial distribution to World Cup participants by 15%
World 12:30 29/04/2026VANCOUVER - FIFA will increase payments to teams taking part in the 2026 World Cup to almost $900 million, world soccer's governing body said on Tuesday, citing the commercial success of its expanded flagship men's tournament.
Starbucks raises forecasts after strong quarter, shares jump 5% after hours
World 11:25 29/04/2026Starbucks raised its annual forecasts as CEO Brian Niccol said investments in faster service and more staffing had lured customers back to the global coffee chain.
Deaf Disney fans can now enjoy iconic animated songs recreated with ASL
World 11:21 29/04/2026LOS ANGELES -- Disney Animation is giving some of its most iconic songs a new voice — one spoken through hands, faces and movement — reimagining classic numbers in American Sign Language to mark National Deaf History Month.
Chile's wine industry targets younger drinkers as consumption slumps
World 10:52 29/04/2026SAN JAVIER DE LONCOMILLA, Chile -- In Chile's picturesque Maule Valley winemaking region, idyllic scenes of the year's harvest mask a stark reality, as winemakers confront plummeting global consumption.
Indonesia train crash kills 15; taxi firm pledges cooperation in probe
World 09:58 29/04/2026An electric taxi operator said on Tuesday it was cooperating with investigators after a deadly train collision near Jakarta, Indonesia that killed at least 15 people and injured nearly 90.
In Vietnam, pet ownership demands responsibility, not excuses: opinion
Vietnam News 08:33 29/04/2026Public frustration is mounting in Ho Chi Minh City and other urban areas across Vietnam as dog owners allow their pets to defecate in parks, sidewalks, and residential spaces without cleaning up.
Da Nang youth flock to capture festive moments for Reunification Day celebration
Travel 18:39 28/04/2026The coastal central city of Da Nang has transformed itself into a vibrant tapestry of red and yellow to celebrate the Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers’ Day (May 1), drawing crowds of young people eager to capture the festive atmosphere.
Remote Ta Puong waterfall in central Vietnam draws visitors with pristine setting, community tourism
Travel 18:27 28/04/2026Ta Puong Waterfall, a multi-tiered cascade in the western Truong Son range, located in Quang Tri Province, central Vietnam is drawing visitors with its untouched scenery and community-based tourism offering local food and culture.
Vietnam police bust major ring selling untraceable jujube, goji berry products online
Vietnam News 18:26 28/04/2026Police in Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam have uncovered an illicit operation involving the processing and trading of jujubes, goji berries and several other products of unknown origin on e-commerce platforms.
Toyota-backed startup begins 'flying car' test flights in N.Y.
World 18:23 28/04/2026NEW YORK -- Joby Aviation Inc., a U.S. startup backed by Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corp., said Monday that it has begun demonstration flights of its so-called flying cars in New York.
In Vietnam, pet ownership demands responsibility, not excuses: opinion
Vietnam News 08:33 29/04/2026Public frustration is mounting in Ho Chi Minh City and other urban areas across Vietnam as dog owners allow their pets to defecate in parks, sidewalks, and residential spaces without cleaning up.
Vietnam police bust major ring selling untraceable jujube, goji berry products online
Vietnam News 18:26 28/04/2026Police in Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam have uncovered an illicit operation involving the processing and trading of jujubes, goji berries and several other products of unknown origin on e-commerce platforms.
Vietnamese teen girl undergoes surgery to remove 4.3kg ovarian tumor with teeth, hair, bone
Vietnam News 17:06 28/04/2026Doctors at the National Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Hanoi have recently removed a 4.3-kilogram ovarian tumor containing teeth, hair, and bone from a 14-year-old girl, describing it as a rare case that carries significant risks.
Cold front expected to bring rain, cool weather to northern Vietnam
Vietnam News 15:52 28/04/2026A cold front is forecast to hit northern Vietnam late on Tuesday, bringing rain and cooler temperatures just ahead of the Reunification Day and International Workers' Day holiday, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.
25 suspected food poisoning cases reported at Ho Chi Minh City elementary school
Ho Chi Minh City 11:32 28/04/2026Some hospitals in Ho Chi Minh City have reported 25 suspected cases of food poisoning linked to Dang Thuy Tram Elementary School in Tan Thuan Ward, with one child experiencing severe complications requiring mechanical ventilation.
More young people in Ho Chi Minh City turn to electric motorbikes
Ho Chi Minh City 14:52 27/04/2026Amid ongoing global instability that has driven erratic fluctuations in fuel prices, a growing number of young people in Ho Chi Minh City are rethinking their long-standing preference for petrol-powered motorbikes, starting to shift toward electric vehicles as a more stable and economical alternative.
Couple arrested for allegedly producing tainted weight-loss supplements in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 14:20 27/04/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday said they had pressed charges against a married couple for allegedly manufacturing and distributing weight-loss supplements containing banned sibutramine linked to serious cardiovascular risks.
Couple arrested for allegedly producing 2,800 tonnes of contaminated fresh noodles in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 15:52 26/04/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested a married couple accused of producing and distributing more than 2,800 metric tons of fresh noodles containing banned industrial chemicals over the past decade.
Rain, gusty winds expected in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 18:17 25/04/2026Thunderstorm clouds developing over Vietnam’s eastern provinces are forecast to bring rain and strong winds to the southern region, including Ho Chi Minh City, on Saturday night.
