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Vietnamese workers' average monthly income rises by 7.4%

The average monthly income of workers in the first half of this year has reached VND7.5 million ($295), marking a 7.4% increase from the same period last year, according to the General Statistics Office.

India becomes promising tourist source for Vietnam

The number of international visitors to Vietnam in the first half of 2024 surpassed that in the same period of 2019, with those from India rocketing 312% from the pre-pandemic level.

Gold ring price increases

Saigon Jewelry Company gold ring price rose 0.26% to VND76.2 million (US$2,997.9) per tael Saturday morning.

Vietnamese single mothers challenge dating, marriage stereotypes

When a friend of his asked for help finding a single mother to marry, Doan Dung quickly discouraged him, asserting that single mothers are only for dating, not for marrying. Most Read Most Commented

My uncle distributed inheritance to his children in their 20s

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7 unexpected health benefits of durians

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Blackpink’s Rosé and actor Cha Eun Woo allegedly dating for 4 years

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Thai actor Nine Naphat cries after announcing breakup with actress Baifern Pimchanok

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Hong Kong actor Lee Lung Kei, 74, receives romantic proposals following fiancée’s imprisonment

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Singapore closes top public golf course

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American woman adapts gently as Hanoian daughter-in-law

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Woman poisons husband, believing marriage with Chinese man will make her rich

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Hidden cameras found in Hanoi apartment bathroom

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Thailand-Laos train service to begin on July 19

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Two men held, another wanted for fatal shooting of Hanoi woman after birthday party quarrel

Hanoi police have identified three men as the main suspects who chased after a 22-year-old girl and fired pellets that killed her after a dispute at a birthday party.

Teen boy gets 15-year jail sentence for killing girlfriend over jealousy

A 17-year-old in the southern province of Bac Lieu was sentenced to 15 years in prison Friday for the murder of his girlfriend, who was under 13 years old, out of jealousy.

Japan breaks world Internet speed record by 25%

Japan has broken the global Internet speed record at 402 Tbps, surpassing the previous record of 321 Tbps by 25%.

Hanoi man rendered comatose after smoking drug-laced e-cigarettes

A man in Hanoi was hospitalized in a coma after smoking an e-cigarette laced with marijuana.

World's oldest artwork discovered in Indonesian cave

It may not look like much just a flaking image of three people around a big red pig. But the humble cave painting discovered in Indonesia is the oldest known narrative artwork ever made by human hands, dating back more than 51,000 years.

Hanoi, HCMC see moderate air quality Saturday

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City record moderate air quality levels on Saturday morning.

16 Vietnamese workers reportedly exploited in Canada

Sixteen Vietnamese men have been relocated from Canada's city of Port Alberni after being found in extremely poor living conditions as local authorities are now looking into possible fraud.

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Dollar inches up against dong on black market

The U.S. dollar rose against the Vietnamese dong on the black market Saturday but remained steady at banks.

Toyota stops Yaris sales in Vietnam

Poor quality due to bad weather drags mangosteen prices down

Having started life without inheritance, I’m determined to leave assets to my children

VN-Index ends week without decline

Brokerages lose connection to main stock market due to power outage

Foxconn gets license to invest $551M more in Vietnam

Apartment segment leads Hanoi property market in liquidity despite transaction decline: realtors

Gold prices remain stable

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Vietnam's economic growth may slow in H2, but outlook remains positive: UOB

Vietnam's economic growth might decelerate in the second half, with several supportive factors expected to sustain the overall growth outlook, according to a report of the United Overseas Bank (UOB).

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More American tourists head to Japan as battered yen beckons

American tourists headed for Japan have surged this year, lured by a slump in the value of the yen, which is also driving a massive jump in foreign investor interest in the country's lodgings market.

Japanese hotels receive new top Michelin Guide ratings

The Michelin Guide has extended its rating system to accommodation, and six Japanese hotels joined the ranks Thursday by receiving the guide’s top honour, three keys.

Malaysian netizens excited by American tourist named 'Malaysia'

Netizens in Malaysia have expressed surprise and excitement after an American tourist named Malaysia visited her namesake country and recalled her experiences in a TikTok video.

Actress Midu and plastics tycoon's heir enjoy honeymoon at one of Vietnam's most expensive resorts

Actress Midu and her husband Minh Dat, son of a Vietnamese plastics tycoon, enjoyed their honeymoon holiday at a six-star resort with room rates costing up to VND240 million (US$9,500) a night.

Restaurant serving traditional Vietnamese food in Saigon's expat hub praised by Michelin

Man Moi, a Saigon restaurant dedicated to authentic regional Vietnamese cuisine, earned a spot on the Michelin Bib Gourmand list last month for serving great food at affordable prices.

Laos relaxes visa requirements for China, European countries

The Lao Ministry of Public Security has announced the implementation of the relaxed visa policy to attract international arrivals and unlock the tourism potential through its "Visit Laos 2024" program.

Disney Cruise Line unveils 1st Asia-based ship

Disney Cruise Line is set to enter the Asian market in 2025 with a new cruise ship to be based in Singapore.

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Blackpink’s Rosé and actor Cha Eun Woo allegedly dating for 4 years

Rosé from Blackpink and Korean actor-singer Cha Eun Woo have been speculated to be in a relationship for four years, fueled by their similar social media posts and check-ins at the same locations.

Actor Aliff Aziz, actress Ruhainies plead not guilty to close proximity charges

Singaporean actor Aliff Aziz and Malaysian actress Ruhainies have pleaded not guilty to charges of khalwat (close proximity) which saw the pair being detained in March.

American woman adapts gently as Hanoian daughter-in-law

Several times a week, Brooklyn’s “heart pounds and legs shake” as her Vietnamese husband teaches her to ride a motorcycle in an empty lot in Nam Tu Liem district.

Asia’s wealthiest billionaire Ambani’s heir completes pre-wedding Mameru ceremony

Anant Ambani, son of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, and his fiancée Radhika Merchant completed the traditional Mameru ceremony ahead of their wedding this month.

Thai actor Nine Naphat cries after announcing breakup with actress Baifern Pimchanok

Actor Nine Naphat was visibly emotional as he confirmed his separation from Thai actress Baifern Pimchanok after two years together.

Hong Kong actor Lee Lung Kei, 74, receives romantic proposals following fiancée’s imprisonment

74-year-old actor Lee Lung Kei has been approached by many women following the imprisonment of his fiancée Chris Wong, 37, on charges including overstaying her Hong Kong tourist visa.

7 unexpected health benefits of durians

Durians contribute to maintaining healthy bones, reducing depression, enhancing sleep, fighting cancer, aiding digestion, and combating aging, among other advantages.

Sports

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Canadian tennis beauty likes to promote sport's sexiness

Eugenie Bouchard, runner-up at the 2014 Wimbledon, believes that the sexiness of female players is one of the factors that help tennis develop.

England boss Southgate favors limited edition watch for Euro 2024

The Hublot Big Bang e Gen3 Euro 2024 watch is often used by England head coach Gareth Southgate because of its convenient features.

France beat Portugal on penalties to set up Euros semi-final against Spain

France downed Portugal on penalties in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals following a goalless draw on Friday to set up a last-four meeting with Spain.

Merino's extra-time heroics fire Spain past Germany, into Euros semis

A Mikel Merino goal in the penultimate minute of extra time grabbed Spain a dramatic 2-1 win over Germany to send them into the Euro 2024 semi-finals and keep their dreams of a record-breaking fourth European Championship title alive.

Mbappe's Real Madrid introduction predicted to be most impressive of all time

Spanish media reported that the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium will be full on July 16, when 80,000 spectators come to see the introduction of Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid.

Martinez saves Messi blushes as Argentina beat Ecuador to reach Copa semis

Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was the hero, saving two penalties and Lionel Messi's blushes as holders Argentina defeated Ecuador in a penalty shoot-out to book their place in the Copa America semi-finals on Thursday.

Germany face Spain, France take on Portugal in thrilling Euro 2024 quarters

Hosts Germany take on Spain in the first of two blockbuster quarter-final ties at Euro 2024 on Friday, with Kylian Mbappe's France up against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in the late match. Perspectives Trinh Phuong Quan

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Rampant traffic violations reflect on the need for better public transportation

In just a few moments when I stopped my motorbike and waited for the red light at an intersection on Hoang Dieu Street in downtown HCMC, I counted a series of people breaking the law.

10 km in Hanoi: One hour by bus, half by motorbike

After a month of commuting by public bus in Hanoi, a reader nicknamed 'Cho May' shared a review highlighting more cons than pros.

Some people spend most of their time at work for $3K monthly salary

To make money to support their families, many people consider their company their home. They do not dare to look for lighter jobs because their family living standards would have to decrease with a lower income.

World

France detains six over racist messages against singer Nakamura: prosecutors

Biden congratulates new British PM Keir Starmer

Cathay Pacific to buy back remaining 50% of HK government's preference shares

UK's Labor sweeps to power as Sunak concedes election

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