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Vietnam's largest elephant owner passes away

Dang Van Long, Vietnam’s most renowned elephant caretaker and the largest private elephant owner, has passed away at the age of 63.

After Storm Trami, Da Nang locals gather mussels from the shore

Green mussels and clams lined the Da Nang shoreline after Storm Trami, an unexpected gift eagerly collected by residents.

Heavy flooding in Central Vietnam's Le Thuy leaves over 12,000 homes submerged

As of noon on October 28, torrential rains and rising floodwaters have left 12,361 homes submerged across Le Thuy District, Quang Binh, isolating five villages and resulting in one fatality.

HCM City authorities commit to 50-day sprint to finalize metro line 1

The HCM City Urban Railway Management Board initiates a 50-day campaign to address pending work and bring Metro Line 1 into operation by the end of 2024.

Over 100 flights canceled due to typhoon Trami impact

Vietnam Airlines and Bamboo Airways canceled over 100 flights due to Typhoon Trami, with plans to resume operations after the storm.

Investigation clears up “missing” children case at Quan Am Orphanage in HCMC

Two children reported missing from the Quan Am orphanage in HCMC were located at a temple in Binh Phuoc, where they had been temporarily placed.

Impressive combat skills and crime-suppression display by Vietnam’s police

At the opening of the 9th “For National Security” Sports Festival, Vietnam’s police demonstrated thrilling martial arts, tactical maneuvers, and self-defense skills.

Rapid flooding in Quang Binh submerges over 15,000 homes

More than 15,000 homes in Le Thuy, Quang Ninh, and Dong Hoi have been submerged as floodwaters rise in Quang Binh, where heavy rain continues to pour.

American woman moves back to Vietnam for her daily durian fix

An American woman’s love for durian brought her back to Vietnam, where she enjoys this creamy fruit daily.

Da Nang residents can order essentials via ‘Danang SmartCity’ app

Da Nang's ‘SmartCity’ app now allows residents to order essentials remotely, reducing the need to go out in hazardous conditions.

Typhoon Trami leaves three dead in Thua Thien Hue and Quang Nam

As Typhoon Trami battered Central Vietnam, three people lost their lives, and multiple homes suffered severe damage.

Da Nang residents rush to clean homes buried in mud after Typhoon Trami

Amidst ongoing clean-up, Da Nang officials report significant damage from Typhoon Trami, including flooded homes and damaged infrastructure.

Rising river levels in Quang Tri prompt overnight evacuations

Heavy rain from Typhoon Trami has caused rivers in Quang Tri to surpass Alert Level 2, prompting overnight evacuation and rescue efforts.

The 'fairy tale' about a deaf mute man and a disabled woman

Over the last 30 years, Cam has worked "as the feet" of Nga, pushing a wheelchair to carry Nga to anywhere she wants to go, while Nga has served as an interpreter for Cam.

Quadruplets from HCM City spark curiosity on social media

The images of quadruplets posted on social networks by Pham Nguyen Linh Lan have attracted 50,000 interactions.

Vietnamese nurse in Japan receives 'special remuneration'

Last year, Nhung left Vietnam for Japan to work as a nurse at a hospital. The work is difficult, but it warms her heart to receive "special remuneration" from older people there.

Police crack down on illegal cyanide sales after murders & suicides shock public

Following several high-profile cases, Ho Chi Minh City police launch an investigation to control illegal cyanide distribution.

Police refute claims of hidden camera in Tan Tuc High School restroom

Binh Chanh District Police clarify rumors of a hidden camera incident at Tan Tuc High School, urging calm among parents and students.

Paddleboarding accident in Phu Quy: Four rescued, two still missing

Six tourists were swept away by strong waves while paddleboarding in Phu Quy, Binh Thuan Province, leaving two still missing.

Appeal trial of Truong My Lan’s death sentence begins next month

The appeal trial of Truong My Lan, chairwoman of Van Thinh Phat Group who was sentenced to death for fraud of US$27 billion, is set to begin next month.