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Illegal sand mining must be strictly controlled

HCM City’s Metro Line No. 1 expected to be completed in Q4

HCM City’s Metro Line No. 1, connecting Bến Thành and Suối Tiên, is expected by the Prime Minister to be completed by the end of this year.

Coastal provinces push for sustainable fisheries to overcome EC warning

The 2017 "yellow card" warning from the EC marked a challenging time for Việt Nam's fisheries sector. Over the past six years, both central and local authorities, including those in the southern Red River Delta, have made significant strides to address this issue.

Breaking new ground: innovations in heart care at Hồng Ngọc conference

The international conference on ‘Advancements in Cardiovascular Interventions’ at Hồng Ngọc General Hospital offered a vital platform to elevate heart patient care and refine coronary artery intervention techniques.

Ticket to ride

The latest section of Hà Nội’s urban railway has opened. It runs from Nhổn to Cầu Giấy and will eventually connect to Hà Nội Station through the underground. Passengers who took the first trips were delighted to experience the journey.

HCM City mulls closer oversight of rental housing to ensure fire safety

The HCM City Department of Construction has proposed new guidelines for leased apartments to improve safety and generally tighten oversight.

ASEAN’s pandemic preparedness strengthened

The Airborne Infection Defense Platform (AIDP) was officially launched on Thursday to strengthen ASEAN countries’ tuberculosis (TB) response, and health care system and pandemic preparedness to address the growing issue of airborne respiratory infections.

Conference seeks solutions to support after-hours childcare

A survey found that 42.8 per cent of labourers work overtime, creating a demand for after-hours childcare, said Vice Chairman of the District 7 Labor Federation Trần Cộng, at a conference held in HCM City.

Vice President examines post-flood recovery in Sơn La

Due to the impact of Typhoon No 2 (Prapiroon) from July 22-31, Sơn La experienced prolonged torrential rain over a wide area which led to flooding, flash floods and landslides.

Ethnic farmers in northern uplands empowered through tea farming

Thach An District, renowned for its breathtaking scenery and vibrant farming community, has undergone remarkable transformations in recent years

Factory collapse in northern province kills two, injures one

A tragic accident occurred on Thursday morning in Ninh Bình Province when a packaging factory collapsed, killing two workers and injuring another.

Gov't leader urges measures for better, transparent management of donations at historical, cultural sites

Some historical and cultural relics have not reported promptly and fully their management of any money. They have not installed cameras to monitor where donations are being placed and provided accounting details on donations and sponsorships.

Symposia shares latest pneumococcal prevalence and prevention in Việt Nam

The symposia attracted the attention of 100 experts and over 1,100 healthcare professionals from Việt Nam attending in person and more than 700 healthcare professionals taking part via online sessions.

Bright Future Fund, AstraZeneca Vietnam continue to advance comprehensive healthcare for cancer patients in VN

The collaboration contributes to achieving healthcare equity and aims to eliminate cancer as a leading cause of death in Việt Nam.

HCM City officials inspect wholesale market for food safety

A government inspection team drawn from various agencies visited Bình Điền Market on Thursday night to assess food safety at HCM City’s largest wholesale market.

Fallen branch kills two, injures three in HCM City's downtown park

Around 7am, a branch from a tree in Tao Đàn Park fell onto a group of people exercising.

Brightening up the future for dioxin victims

The Việt Nam Association for Victims of AO/Dioxin Chairman Nguyễn Hữu Chính said every act of assistance and sharing is a significant contribution to ensuring that no victim across the country is left behind.

Hà Nội police found 100kg of drug hidden in wine bottles

Hà Nội police has found eight boxes containing 97.5 kilogrammes of synthetic drugs, which were vacuum-sealed and disguised as wine bottles.

Nhổn-Hà Nội station urban railway line carries 34,184 passengers on first day of operation

This figure surpasses the record set by the Cát Linh – Hà Đông railway line, the first one to be operational in Hà Nội and in the country, which saw 25,680 passengers on the opening day.