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Heat records broken, more hot weather forecast for May

April saw 112 heat records as the country baked in sweltering weather, with many places breaking temperature records set over a decade ago.

Urgent investigation launched into mass food poisoning in Dong Nai

As of 7am on Friday, hospitals in Long Khanh City had admitted 469 suspected food poisoning cases linked to the consumption of bread from the Bang bread shop in Xuan Binh Ward, Long Khanh City.

Traffic accidents leave 845 deaths in a month: traffic safety committee

A total of 1,995 traffic accidents occurred nationwide in the month from March 15 to April 14, killing 845 people and injuring 1,537, according to the Office of the National Traffic Safety Committee.

Decree regulates conditions for cars from abroad to Vietnam

Foreign drivers and motor vehicles driving in Vietnam must go through Vietnam's international travel service businesses to complete the approval procedures.

Vietnam becomes more attractive to foreign workers

Vietnam is attracting many workers from countries around the world.

Fresh policies come into effect in May 2024

New policies regarding standards for civil servants holding leadership and management positions, management and development of industrial clusters, transportation of dangerous goods, and penalties in fishing sector shall come into effect this May.

Asia-Pacific unprepared for aging challenges: ADB

Asia and the Pacific’s rapid development is a success story, but it’s also fueling a huge demographic shift, and the pressure is rising.

Over 1,200 houses lose roofs as thunderstorms hit northern region

A local resident was killed by lightning and over 1,200 houses were unroofed after thunderstorms slammed into the northern mountainous provinces of Lao Cai, Yen Bai, Bac Kan, and Tuyen Quang from April 30 to May 1.

Vietnam launches new freight rail route to China

A 12-carriage freight train set off on a new route from Cao Xa railway station in northern Hai Duong province on May 2, linking between Vietnam and China.

Four days off for National Day

Public workers will enjoy four consecutive days off from August 31 to September 3 for the National Day (September 2) holiday, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Labour, War Invalids, and Social Affairs.

Hanoi pilots fire management, warning application

It is anticipated that the city will officially run the application by December this year.

Downgraded bridges, railway tunnels along Hai Van Pass require upgrading

The line passing through the Hai Van Pass is 19.8km long with numerous bridges and tunnels built during the French colonial period nearly 100 years ago.

Traffic builds up as people return to work after five-day holiday

People on May 1 returned to big cities such as Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to work after enjoying a five-day holiday period, causing plenty of traffic congestion.

PM requests actions to fix consequences of occupational accident in Dong Nai

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on May 1 signed a dispatch demanding prompt actions to deal with the consequences of a serious workplace accident that happened in a wood factory in Dong Nai earlier the same day, as well as to support victims.

Vietnam's National Reunification Day marked worldwide

The Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela on April 30 held a ceremony to mark the 49th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification and a photo exhibition on bilateral relations in collaboration with the Vietnam News Agency.

Experts call for tougher measures as businesses evade social insurance payment

Deliberate evasion of social insurance contributions should be legally prosecuted, as administrative penalties or criminal prosecution are stipulated by law.

April 30 victory in historical witnesses’ memories

Every year, April 30 victory for national reunification in Ho Chi Minh City is always celebrated jubilantly in a very special festive atmosphere coupled with both emotion and proud.

Multiple challenges in applying ’cold fines’ for motorbikes

Cold fines use the traffic surveillance system to track and impose penalties on motorists.

The officers who inspect food poisoning cases

Finding results as soon and accurately as possible often puts pressure on examiners inspecting food poisoning cases. Their findings help doctors give early warnings to the community.

Vietnam deports nine Malaysians in a fraud ring

The Ho Chi Minh City police on April 29 expelled nine Malaysians involved in a fraud ring of property appropriation led by their compatriots.