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Landslides hit Gia Lai and Dak Lak, two dead and mass evacuations underway

A woman in Quy Nhon ward (Gia Lai) was killed after being trapped in a collapsed house caused by a landslide, while in Dak Lak, a hillside collapse claimed the life of a local youth union leader.

Floods paralyze Khanh Hoa, police battle raging waters to rescue residents

Flooding in Khanh Hoa province has taken a critical turn, especially in Tay Khanh Son, Ninh Hoa, and Hoa Tri communes. Torrents of murky floodwaters have surged into residential areas, triggering landslides and isolating multiple households.

Floods claim 15 lives in central Vietnam as Ba River nears historic level

Flooding has claimed 15 lives and left several missing in central Vietnam. According to forecasts, the Ba River in Dak Lak may reach its historic 1993 flood level by this evening.

Modern beach service stations wow visitors in Vung Tau

Six sleek public service stations along Bai Sau are raising the bar for Vietnamese beach tourism.

Landslide hits Mimosa Pass, Lam Dong bans heavy trucks

After a major landslide caused road damage on Mimosa Pass, Lam Dong authorities have temporarily banned vehicles over 15 tons from using the route.

Over 3,200 fraud complaints filed against ‘Shark’ Thuy, police reveal

Vietnam’s fraud investigation into “Shark” Thuy now spans more than USD 90 million in alleged losses.

Ethnic minority youth to be honored in national celebration

The 12th annual Recognition Ceremony for outstanding ethnic minority students and youth is scheduled to take place in Hanoi in mid-December 2025.

Severe floods halt multiple trains in south-central Vietnam

The Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR) announced the suspension of several passenger trains on November 19 due to worsening flood conditions in the south-central region.

Over 500 soldiers race through the night to save riverside village from collapse

As floodwaters carved deep into the Thu Bon River’s embankment, threatening over 500 households in Da Nang, hundreds of military personnel launched an emergency nighttime operation to protect the village.

Many students, even those who are top performers, fall for online scams

Despite numerous warnings, a significant number of students, including those who are well educated, knowledgeable, highly capable, and intelligent, are still being scammed in cyberspace, experts say, citing police reports.

Wireless pagers at cafe disrupt smart keys for motorbikes, cars

A wireless vibrating buzzer used for calling drinks at a cafe in the Bo Ho, Ben Do area has disabled numerous car and motorbike smart keys in Quang Ninh.

Floods, landslides leave 14 dead or missing in central region

Torrential rain has triggered deadly landslides, widespread flooding and major transport disruption across the central region, leaving at least 14 people dead or missing and forcing thousands to evacuate.

Third flood in 20 days turns Hoi An into a floating attraction

Hoi An’s streets submerged for the third time in 20 days, yet visitors enjoy boat rides and local hospitality.

Massive boulders blocking Khanh Le Pass to be cleared with explosives

Authorities plan to use explosives to break up massive boulders obstructing the Khanh Le Pass, aiming to restore traffic on the Nha Trang–Da Lat route.

From June 2026, only E10 fuel to be sold nationwide in Vietnam

Starting June 1, 2026, all unleaded gasoline sold in Vietnam must be blended into E10 biofuel for use in gasoline engines nationwide. Meanwhile, E5 fuel will remain available until December 31, 2030.

$100 million construction begins on Xuyen Tam canal restoration in HCM City

Two major construction contracts worth nearly $100 million have officially broken ground as part of the large-scale Xuyen Tam canal rehabilitation project in Ho Chi Minh City, which carries a total budget exceeding $700 million.

Criminal case launched against Le Trung Khoa for anti-state propaganda

Authorities have officially indicted Le Trung Khoa and Do Van Nga for acts against the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security urges terror suspects to surrender

The Ministry of Public Security has issued a call for Dao Minh Quan and his accomplices, members of the terrorist organization "Provisional National Government of Vietnam," to surrender, warning that failure to do so will result in trial in absentia.

Flash floods submerge Nha Trang, rescue teams rush to evacuate

Prolonged rainfall has caused water levels to rise rapidly, submerging many areas in Tay Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa Province).

Turning straw into gold: Ninh Binh farmers earn thousands each harvest

As the rice harvest season comes to an end, farmers in Ninh Binh are no longer burning their leftover straw. Instead, they are using baling machines to collect and sell the once-discarded byproduct, turning it into a valuable source of income.