Ho Chi Minh City has announced scheduled water outages for July 18 and 19, affecting several districts. Residents are advised to prepare for the interruptions and store water in advance.
The Liberal Democrats have urged the English Football Association and UEFA to leave FIFA, criticizing its president Gianni Infantino for multiple controversies. Party leader Sir Ed Davey claims that FIFA's integrity has been compromised by political interference and corporate greed.
On July 19, many Facebook users in Vietnam reported being unable to access their accounts due to a system error. The platform displayed messages indicating that accounts were temporarily unavailable.
For the first time in 13 years, Russia has no warships stationed in the Mediterranean Sea, marking a significant shift in its naval strategy. Analysts attribute this absence to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the closure of the Turkish straits to Russian military vessels.
Deputy Chairman of the National Assembly, Nguyen Doan Anh, recently visited and encouraged the officers and soldiers of Division 968. His visit aimed to boost morale and support the troops in their duties.
For the first time in 13 years, Russia has no warships stationed in the Mediterranean Sea, signaling a significant shift in its naval strategy. Experts suggest this absence may be temporary, influenced by geopolitical changes and logistical challenges.
Colorectal cancer rates in Ho Chi Minh City have increased by 1.7 times over the past two decades, according to health experts. Nearly half of the cases could be preventable with early screening and awareness.
The Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam, Pham Duc Anh, highlighted the difficulties in lowering interest rates due to high capital demand and limited funding sources. This situation directly impacts businesses seeking loans.
On July 19, investors faced significant losses in gold trading, with prices dropping by 5.8 million VND per ounce over the week. The SJC gold price fell to 144.5-147.5 million VND per ounce, reflecting a challenging market.
Russia launched missile attacks on Kyiv after Ukraine targeted e-commerce warehouses in Russia with drones. The strikes resulted in casualties and significant damage across the Ukrainian capital.
Nguyen Thi Le, 79, has been officially recognized as the wife of fallen soldier Huynh Van Quen, nearly 60 years after their engagement. This recognition allows her to receive benefits from the government.
On July 19, 2026, many citizens gathered at Mai Dich Cemetery in Hanoi to pay their respects to former General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng, marking the second anniversary of his passing. The event was filled with emotional tributes and reflections on his contributions to the nation.