
Thai-owned supermarket apologizes for detaining Vietnamese boy over theft suspicion
Vietnam News 13:20 14/10/2025A Thai-owned supermarket in Vietnam’s Lam Dong Province has apologized after security staff detained a 10-year-old boy for questioning over a suspected theft without notifying his family or guardian, local officials said on Tuesday.

Ho Chi Minh City investigates viral video of internet café owner beating minors
Ho Chi Minh City 14:18 05/07/2025Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are investigating a viral video showing the owner of an internet café repeatedly assaulting two minors, local officials said on Saturday.

New decree in Vietnam continues prohibition of alcohol sales to minors
Vietnam News 12:25 21/09/2017Selling alcohol to underage customers carries a fine of VND500,000 (US$22) to VND1 million ($44)