VIETNAM TODAY

Vietnam's NEET youth population rises to 1.6 million

About 1.6 million Vietnamese aged 15-24 were not in employment, education or training in the third quarter, up nearly 200,000 from the previous quarter, according to the national statistics agency.

Foreign man filmed skateboarding while holding on to motorbike in Nha Trang

A foreign man has been filmed holding on to a motorbike while skateboarding through Nha Trang, prompting traffic police to investigate.

Heavy rain sends torrents down roads on Cu Lao Cham Island

Heavy rain has triggered seven areas of fast-flowing water on Cu Lao Cham Island in Danang, prompting authorities to cordon off dangerous sections.

Financial support proposed for students studying abroad

The Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training has proposed covering tuition, health insurance, living costs and two round-trip air tickets for eligible students studying abroad.

Nearly USD 400m in foreign capital flows into Hanoi property

Hanoi's real estate sector attracted about USD 394 million in foreign direct investment in the first nine months of 2026, nearly 10 per cent of the city's total.

Huge tree uproots and blocks road in central Ho Chi Minh City

A 20-metre-tall tree with a trunk about two metres in diameter suddenly toppled on Dinh Tien Hoang Street in Ho Chi Minh City, briefly disrupting traffic.

Motorbike shop fire destroys vehicles in Ho Chi Minh City

A motorbike shop on Nguyen Thi Tu Street in Ho Chi Minh City caught fire early Wednesday, destroying several vehicles and causing parts of the building to collapse.

Hanoi police seize nearly 20 tonnes of counterfeit food and drinks

Hanoi police have launched a criminal case after discovering nearly 20 tonnes of allegedly counterfeit confectionery and drinks at five sites in An Khanh Commune.

Two men use homemade gun to steal nine dogs in one night

Two men in Ha Tinh used a homemade gun connected to a motorbike battery to stun dogs, stealing nine in a single night before selling them.

Torrential rain to lash Hue, Danang with over 600 mm forecast

Heavy rain is forecast to batter central Vietnam through October 8, with Hue and Danang expected to receive 200-400 mm and more than 600 mm in some areas.

Tay Ninh pledges more open and transparent investment environment

Tay Ninh chairman Le Van Han has pledged to create a transparent, investor-friendly environment and swiftly resolve business concerns without leaving requests unresolved.

HCM City warns of 122 flood-prone locations

HCM City traffic police have warned of 122 locations at risk of flooding during heavy rain and high tides, while stepping up traffic control to reduce congestion and accidents.

Truck swept away by floodwaters in Dalat

A truck carrying farm produce was swept several metres downstream while crossing a flooded spillway in Dalat on October 6, but all three people in the cab escaped unharmed.

500-drone show to light up Son La Coffee Festival

A 500-drone light show will be among the highlights of the 2026 Son La Coffee Festival, which will run from October 9-13 to promote the province's Arabica coffee and expand market links.

Repeated fires damage Quang Tri coastal forest

Dozens of hectares of coastal protection forest in Quang Tri have been left with scorched, leafless trees after repeated fires during this year's dry season.

Land plots in Ho Chi Minh City remain hard to sell despite price cuts

After a prolonged price surge, land plots in Ho Chi Minh City are being discounted by billions of dong, yet many owners are still struggling to find buyers.

Hanoi, HCM City plan over 2,000 km of urban rail

Hanoi and HCM City plan urban rail networks totalling more than 2,000 km, with hundreds of kilometres of new lines under development to ease congestion and support urban expansion.

New rules require shared EV charging

Electric vehicle charging stations in Vietnam will be required to support compatible vehicles and meet new safety, power and data standards from July 1, 2027.

Flash flood, landslide warnings issued for nine areas in Hue

Authorities in Hue City have warned of flash floods and landslides in nine wards and communes after torrential rain left soil in some areas close to or at saturation levels.

Hanoi scales back Ba Vi safari proposal to 300 hectares

Hanoi has tentatively reduced the proposed Ba Vi safari project from nearly 581 hectares to about 300 hectares to minimise its impact on local livelihoods and residents.

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