Truong My Lan's Diamond Jewelry Auctioned for Over 15.5 Billion VND
Truong My Lan's diamond necklace and ring have found new owners at an auction held on August 21, fetching over 15.5 billion VND. The auction featured three pieces of diamond jewelry from the high-profile case involving Truong My Lan.
PennSchool Closes Unexpectedly on School Opening Day
Parents were shocked when PennSchool, an international school in Ho Chi Minh City, abruptly closed on the first day of the school year. Local authorities have demanded an urgent report from the school regarding the closure.
HCMC Deploys Hospital Doctors to Lead Health Stations
Ho Chi Minh City is set to assign hospital doctors as directors of health stations for 3-5 years. This initiative aims to strengthen primary healthcare and enhance management capabilities in local health facilities.
Hải Sapa TV YouTuber Couple Arrested for Fraud
Vũ Hoàng Hải, known as Hải Sapa TV, and his wife have been arrested in Lào Cai for fraud and accounting violations. They allegedly misled customers while promoting a product as a local specialty.
Hải Sapa TV and Wife Arrested: Details Unveiled
Hải Sapa TV and his wife have been arrested following serious allegations. The couple is currently under temporary detention as investigations proceed.
Homes Demolished in Hưng Yên for Road Construction
In Hưng Yên, numerous 2-5 story homes are being demolished as residents agree to vacate land for the construction of Road No. 3. This project aims to enhance connectivity in the Thái Bình Economic Zone.
Nguyen Quang Thieu Dismissed as President of Vietnam Writers' Association
Nguyen Quang Thieu has been dismissed from his position as President of the Vietnam Writers' Association. This decision was made during a recent meeting of the association's executive committee.
Sun Group to Build World's Largest Silver-Plated Buddha Statue
Sun Group is set to construct the world's largest Buddha statue, measuring nearly 168 meters and crafted from silver-plated bronze, with the help of hundreds of Vietnamese artisans. This monumental project is part of the Am Tien Legend tourism complex in Thanh Hoa province.
Minimum Wage Set to Increase by 7.8% in 2027
Vietnam's Ministry of Home Affairs has announced a proposed 7.8% increase in the minimum wage, set to take effect on January 1, 2027. This adjustment is based on recommendations from the National Wage Council and various economic factors.
New Driving License Regulations to Increase Difficulty for Applicants
The driving license examination process in Vietnam is set to become more challenging, with new regulations aimed at enhancing road safety. Candidates will need to navigate stricter requirements to obtain their licenses.
Amazon Increases Prices by Up to 60% on Devices
Amazon has announced significant price hikes on its Echo, Fire TV, and Kindle product lines, with increases reaching as high as 60%. This move reflects the company's strategy to adjust pricing in response to market conditions and production costs.
Typhoon No. 4 Changes Course, Brings Heavy Winds and Rain
Typhoon No. 4, also known as Narra, is currently a strong storm with winds reaching level 9 and gusts up to level 11. The storm is causing significant rainfall in northern Vietnam and is expected to change direction soon.
