Society

Gia Lai proposes a series of mechanisms to achieve double-digit growth targets

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Gia Lai sets a GRDP growth target of 10.5-11% in the 2026-2030 period, proposing the Central Government to support mechanisms, capital, and infrastructure for a series of key projects.

Pig-tailed macaque stray into people's garden

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Quang Tri - A rare pig-tailed macaque was handed over to Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park for rescue and temporary care.

Ho Chi Minh City plans to ban passenger cars with more than 29 seats from entering the inner city from 6am - 10pm

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Ho Chi Minh City plans to ban passenger cars with more than 29 seats from circulating in the inner city area from 6 am to 10 pm daily.

Transerco puts 23 electric buses into operation on Long Bien - Bac Ninh route

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Transerco puts 23 electric buses into operation on route 54 Long Bien - Bac Ninh from May 14, 2026, raising the total number of electric buses to 175.

Lam Dong police major rescues woman intending to jump off bridge

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Lam Dong - Seeing a woman intending to jump off a bridge because she was sad about love affairs, the female police major found a way to approach, hug and put this person in a safe position.

Spring travel destinations in Ninh Binh attract tourists at the beginning of the new year

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Many famous relics and tourist destinations in Ninh Binh are sought after by tourists during the Binh Ngo Lunar New Year 2026 holiday.

Water levels of hydropower reservoirs nationwide on February 18

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Water levels at many hydropower reservoirs across the country continue to be below normal water levels, and water inflow to reservoirs is generally low.

People flock to Hung Temple to offer incense at the beginning of the new year

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Phu Tho - On the 2nd day of Binh Ngo Tet, many people excitedly came to the Hung Kings Temple historical relic site to offer incense to commemorate the Hung Kings.

Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens crowded with spring tourists on the 2nd day of Tet

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Ho Chi Minh City - On February 18th (ie, the 2nd day of Tet), a large number of people and tourists flocked to Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens to visit and participate in a unique animal parade program.

Water levels of hydropower reservoirs in the North on February 18

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Water levels at hydropower reservoirs in the Northern region continue to fluctuate slightly, mostly still lower than normal water levels.

Fearing alcohol concentration violations, many families choose to rent cars with drivers during Tet 2026

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Fearing alcohol concentration violations and traffic pressure at the beginning of the year, many people choose to rent cars with drivers for spring 2026 to exchange for safety and convenience.

Spring travel in Am Tien, Phu Na in cold rainy weather

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Thanh Hoa - Although the weather is rainy and cold, many people still go spring outing at famous tourist destinations.

Ring Road 4 of Ho Chi Minh City, the largest scale in the Southeast region, started construction in 2026

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Ho Chi Minh City - Ring Road 4, more than 200 km long, passing through Ho Chi Minh City, Tay Ninh, Dong Nai, started construction in 2026, opening the largest inter-regional traffic axis in the Southeast region.

Given a 300% pay raise, young people choose not to take Tet holidays

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The trend of working through Tet is chosen by many young people because this occasion is for increased salaries and bonuses.

Phap Van - Ninh Binh expressway is crowded with vehicles, drizzle, traffic police issue warnings

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The Phap Van - Ninh Binh expressway is crowded with vehicles, drizzle makes the road surface slippery, traffic police strengthen patrols, recommending drivers to reduce speed and keep a distance.

From the fortune of the fishing village pagoda to the colors of urban flowers

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In the central urban area of Quang Ngai, spring flower spaces have become gathering spots for many families.

Drinking alcohol during Tet, many Quang Ngai people proactively do not drive

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Quang Ngai - During the Tet holidays, traffic police still simultaneously launched campaigns to deploy specialized programs to handle alcohol concentration violations.

Quang Ngai on duty 24/24 to combat IUU fishing

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During Tet days, at fishing ports in Quang Ngai, the working atmosphere is still urgent. The Fishing Port Management Board and the Border Guard force maintain 24/24 hour duty.

Southern weather continues to be dry in the coming days

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According to the Southern Hydrometeorological Station, the continental cold high pressure gradually weakens, the weather in the South maintains a state of little rain, sunny days lasting 9-10 hours.

Gia Lai fishermen set sail for Tet, welcoming New Year's Eve in the open sea

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Gia Lai - Throughout the Binh Ngo Tet 2026, many fishermen continue to go offshore and stick to the sea, welcoming New Year's Eve in the open sea, they both make a living and protect the sovereignty of the sea and islands.