Foreign man damages car, causing chaos in Da Nang
Vietnam News 09:36 18/05/2026Authorities in Da Nang City, central Vietnam are investigating an incident in which a foreign man climbed onto a parked car, damaged the vehicle, and caused a public disturbance in the busy An Thuong tourist area, Lao Dong (Labor) newspaper reported.
Over 81% of household businesses in Vietnam report revenue decline in 2025
Economy 17:21 17/05/2026Vietnam had an estimated 6.1 million household businesses by the end of 2025, but more than 81 percent reported declining revenue and nearly one-quarter recorded break-even results or losses during the year, according to a report released by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).
Cats from several countries gather in Hanoi for beauty pageant
Vietnam Life 10:20 17/05/2026As many as 80 cat contestants from countries such as China, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam are in Hanoi to compete in a cat pageant at the WCF International Family Cat Show, which runs until Sunday.
Ho Chi Minh City inaugurates Friendship Garden
Ho Chi Minh City 14:40 17/05/2026Leaders of Ho Chi Minh City agencies and organizations, along with international friends, on Saturday attended the launch ceremony for a tree-planting campaign and the inauguration of the 'Friendship Garden.'
Vietnam vows tough action on IP violations, urges fair US assessment: foreign ministry
Vietnam News 14:50 15/05/2026Vietnam has reaffirmed its commitment to strictly tackling intellectual property (IP) violations while calling on the United States to objectively and fairly assess the country’s enforcement efforts, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Vietnam steps up crackdown on intellectual property infringement to preserve innovation
In-Depth 17:51 14/05/2026An economy does not begin to weaken when it runs out of ideas, but it begins to weaken when those who create value are forced to compete with those who simply copy it.
Vietnam should strengthen enforcement against intellectual property violations: insiders
Vietnam News 10:46 14/05/2026Vietnamese authorities, experts, and legal professionals have called for stronger, more coordinated measures to combat intellectual property infringement, following Prime Minister’s Official Dispatch No. 38.
Multiple pirate websites shut down in Vietnam after government begins crackdown
Vietnam News 19:46 11/05/2026The Vietnamese government recently launched a sweeping campaign against online copyright violations, prompting dozens of illegal streaming and fansub websites to shut down within 24 hours.
In Vietnam, handwriting classes thrive in time of AI
In-Depth 20:52 16/05/2026Rows of students bent over lined notebooks on a weekday evening in Ho Chi Minh City carefully traced each pen stroke under a teacher’s guidance, part of a growing number of handwriting classes drawing learners of all ages even as artificial intelligence and digital devices increasingly dominate work and study.
Vietnam steps up crackdown on intellectual property infringement to preserve innovation
In-Depth 17:51 14/05/2026An economy does not begin to weaken when it runs out of ideas, but it begins to weaken when those who create value are forced to compete with those who simply copy it.
Vietnamese agriculture at new crossroads
In-Depth 15:53 10/05/2026Agriculture has remained one of the key pillars of Vietnam’s economy, contributing roughly 12-14 percent of the country’s GDP and providing livelihoods for tens of millions of workers, but the sector is under greater pressure than ever before as Vietnam moves deeper into the 21st century.
From screens to streets: Online disputes among youths alarm Vietnamese authorities
In-Depth 21:12 09/05/2026Disputes that once remained confined to social media are increasingly leading to real-life confrontations among children and teenagers in Vietnam, with recent police investigations in Ho Chi Minh City drawing attention to the risks associated with excessive exposure to online platforms and games.
Meet Sam and Chad: The deeper chefs go into Vietnamese cuisine, the more it captivates them
In-Depth 17:45 08/05/2026Tuoi Tre News invited Sam Aisbett and Chad Kubanoff, two seasoned chefs who share a passion for Vietnamese street food, to join a lively, wide-ranging conversation reflecting on the factors that define Vietnamese cuisine in the eyes of international diners.
Vietnam launches nationwide clampdown on intellectual property violations
In-Depth 16:54 08/05/2026The Vietnamese government has ordered a nationwide high-intensity campaign against intellectual property infringement from May 7 to 30, targeting copyright piracy, counterfeit goods, and trademark violations across both physical and digital markets.
Children lost in virtual worlds as gaming overuse rises in Vietnam
In-Depth 11:43 08/05/2026Vietnam is seeing a growing concern over children spending excessive hours on online games and drifting away from real-life connections.
Vietnam emerges as ideal destination for Indian tourists, luxury weddings
In-Depth 14:35 06/05/2026Vietnam is no longer just a stop on the global travel map, but it is rapidly becoming a premier destination for international visitors, especially Indian tourists, and for luxury weddings.
'Geek' hangout to tourist draw: Japan's maid cafes
World 17:16 17/05/2026"Master, mistress -- welcome home!" exclaims the smiling young woman in a French maid's costume, as customers pass through the looking glass into a unique Japanese world with oodles of quirkiness, cuteness and cake.
Hummet strikes as Gamba deny Ronaldo's Al-Nassr continental silverware
World 16:14 17/05/2026Japan's Gamba Osaka beat Al-Nassr 1-0 in the Asian Champions League Two final to deny Cristiano Ronaldo and the Saudi Pro League leaders in the continent's second-tier competition in Riyadh on Saturday.
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda an emergency of international concern
World 16:10 17/05/2026The World Health Organization on Sunday declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern", posing risks to neighbouring countries.
Vietnam–Taiwan cultural exchange in Ho Chi Minh City combines culture, charity
Ho Chi Minh City 15:29 17/05/2026A cultural exchange program between Vietnam and Taiwan, along with a charity initiative supporting Vietnamese victims of Agent Orange, was held in Ho Chi Minh City on Saturday.
Vietnam’s Ca Mau uses thermal drones, smart cameras to prevent forest fires
Vietnam News 15:20 17/05/2026More than 50,500 hectares of forest in Ca Mau Province, Vietnam's southernmost province, are facing dry conditions and an elevated risk of wildfires, prompting local authorities to strengthen fire prevention efforts using thermal drones and specialized surveillance cameras.
World Cup fever gets tail-wagging twist as Singapore kits out pets
World 14:39 17/05/2026Football fever is getting a tail-wagging twist in Singapore as fans count down to this year's FIFA World Cup in June.
Ho Chi Minh City police bust fake Ajinomoto seasoning ring, arrest 3
Ho Chi Minh City 13:03 17/05/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested and charged three suspects linked to a ring accused of producing and distributing more than four metric tons of counterfeit Ajinomoto seasoning powder for huge illicit profit.
Stranded whale rescued in Germany found dead in Denmark
World 10:11 17/05/2026A humpback whale that underwent a rescue operation in Germany two weeks ago after beaching itself there has been found dead near a Danish island, officials said Saturday.
At least eight dead, 32 injured in Thailand after freight train hits bus
World 10:11 17/05/2026At least eight people were killed and 32 others were injured in Thailand on Saturday after a freight train struck a bus at a rail crossing in Bangkok, igniting a fire that engulfed the vehicle, rescue officials and a deputy transport minister said.
India restricts most silver imports to cut import bill, support rupee
World 10:11 17/05/2026India has curbed imports of silver in nearly all forms with immediate effect, according to a government order issued on Saturday, as the world's biggest consumer of the metal seeks to rein in shipments and ease pressure on the rupee.
Vietnam’s Ca Mau uses thermal drones, smart cameras to prevent forest fires
Vietnam News 15:20 17/05/2026More than 50,500 hectares of forest in Ca Mau Province, Vietnam's southernmost province, are facing dry conditions and an elevated risk of wildfires, prompting local authorities to strengthen fire prevention efforts using thermal drones and specialized surveillance cameras.
4 students drown while swimming in river in Vietnam’s Dak Lak
Vietnam News 09:31 17/05/2026A tragic drowning incident occurred in Hoa My Commune, Dak Lak Province, Vietnam, where four students lost their lives while swimming in a river on Saturday, a local official said the same day.
Vietnamese fighters win 3 gold medals at Sanda World Cup 2026
Vietnam News 16:49 16/05/2026Vietnam’s wushu team won three gold medals and three silver medals at the 11th Sanda World Cup 2026 in Macau, China, finishing second behind China in the overall medal standings for the second straight year.
Vietnam–Taiwan cultural exchange in Ho Chi Minh City combines culture, charity
Ho Chi Minh City 15:29 17/05/2026A cultural exchange program between Vietnam and Taiwan, along with a charity initiative supporting Vietnamese victims of Agent Orange, was held in Ho Chi Minh City on Saturday.
Ho Chi Minh City police bust fake Ajinomoto seasoning ring, arrest 3
Ho Chi Minh City 13:03 17/05/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested and charged three suspects linked to a ring accused of producing and distributing more than four metric tons of counterfeit Ajinomoto seasoning powder for huge illicit profit.
Two fined over $110 for illegal dumping in Ho Chi Minh City, ordered to clean up site
Ho Chi Minh City 20:46 16/05/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City had fined two people for illegally dumping waste on vacant land in Tan Nhut Commune and ordered them to clean up the site, local authorities said on Saturday.
Ho Chi Minh City seizes tonnes of undocumented pork, chicken products
Ho Chi Minh City 20:39 16/05/2026Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City said on Saturday they had seized and destroyed large quantities of undocumented and poor-quality pork and chicken products being transported into the city for consumption after overnight inspections at key transport gateways.
Ho Chi Minh City steps up tourism accommodation checks, including mandatory foreign guest registration
Ho Chi Minh City 12:38 16/05/2026100 percent of accommodation providers, including short-term rentals, homestays, and tourist apartments, in Ho Chi Minh City are required to carry out residency declarations for all guests, including both foreigners and Vietnamese nationals.
