Toyota Dominates iSeeCars Study on Vehicles Capable of Surpassing 400,000 km
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Two Fatal September Crashes Claim Lives of Vietnamese Teachers
Two separate traffic crashes in Vietnam this September killed a literature teacher and a driving instructor, prompting police investigations into driver negligence.
Vietnamese Businessman Jonathan Hanh Nguyen Donates 10 Billion VND to Orphan Aid at Sep 16 Charity Event
Jonathan Hanh Nguyen, 76, pledged 10 billion VND at a Sep 16 charity gala, urging Vietnam’s diaspora to support Covid‑orphaned children.
Vietnam faces severe rainstorms as northern and southern regions record up to 400mm, flooding streets and industrial zones
Heavy rains across Vietnam have dumped up to 400 mm in Hanoi and over 300 mm in Ho Chi Minh City, flooding streets, low‑lying areas and prompting disaster alerts.
Vietnam Water Week 2026 Highlights Digital Shift and Climate Resilience in Water Sector
Vietnam Water Week 2026 opened in Hanoi, urging digital transformation, climate‑adapted planning and new legislation to boost water supply, drainage and wastewater services.
Vietnam Women’s Volleyball Secures Quarter‑Final Spot at ASIAD 2026 After 3‑0 Win Over Hong Kong
Vietnam’s women’s volleyball team beat Hong Kong 3‑0 at the Asian Games, clinching a quarter‑final berth and setting up a decisive clash with South Korea.
Lexus blocks lane on Pháp Vân‑Cầu Giẽ highway, causing multi‑vehicle crash
A Lexus driver’s sudden lane blockage on the Pháp Vân‑Cầu Giẽ highway in heavy rain caused a chain‑reaction crash, injuring two and heavily damaging three vehicles.
Nearly 200 Trees Removed for Multi‑Level Phạm Văn Đồng Interchange on Ho Chi Minh City Ring Road 2
Around 186 trees are being cleared, with 45 replanted, to make way for the three‑tier Phạm Văn Đồng junction of Ho Chi Minh City’s Ring Road 2.
Vietnam Electricity posts record profit, clears losses and outlines massive investment roadmap
EVN reported a 12.2‑trillion‑dong profit in eight months, erased cumulative losses and set a 123.6‑trillion‑dong investment roadmap to 2030.
Fed’s Persistent Rate Tightening Pressures Vietnam’s Currency and Inflation Outlook
Fed’s likely hold on high rates could strengthen the dollar, pressuring Vietnam’s VND, import costs and inflation as policymakers weigh monetary options.