Heavy rainfall likely to concentrate in Central region in October
Ho Chi Minh City, southern Vietnam brace for more evening downpours
Heavy rain causes localized flooding, traffic congestion in Ho Chi Minh City longform
High tide to peak in Ho Chi Minh City, Southern area, raising flood risk
Mid-Autumn Festival: Hanoi gets sunny spells, Ho Chi Minh City faces heavy rain
Heavy rain floods roads across Ho Chi Minh City
Southern Vietnam braces for peak of heavy rains
Flood risk rises as heavy rain persists across central, southern Vietnam
El Nino to cause low rainfall, early end to rainy season: Meteorologists
Heavy rain in Nghe An, Hue to ease from September 20
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El Niño expected to peak in late 2026, raising risk of early heatwaves
Southern Vietnam faces prolonged heavy rain through September 24
Widespread heavy rain forecast for southern Vietnam from September 17
Meteorological agency explains persistent haze in Southern region
El Niño could reach very strong intensity in final three months of 2026
Cause of widespread haze in Southern region remains unclear
Heavy rain hits North, widespread downpours to reach South from September 17
Floodwaters recede, leaving heavy cleanup in Hue, Quang Tri
Tropical depression to make landfall from Ha Tinh to Quang Tri tonight
Tropical depression enters central waters, heavy rain warned
Central Vietnam braces for heavy rains amidst approaching tropical depression
Northern region turns cooler as heavy rain persists in Central, Southern regions
Heavy rainfall triggers widespread urban flooding
Dong Nai River rises above Alert Level 2, raising flood, landslide risks
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Ho Chi Minh City steps up disaster preparedness amid severe weather forecast
National
Government finalizes 7-day Lunar New Year holiday plan
Government officers and workers will enjoy a 7-day holiday for the 2027 Tet (Lunar New Year), from February 4 to February 10, 2027 (from the 28th day of the last month to the 5th day of the first month of the lunar calendar).
Top leader asks for sports development to build national strength
Ben Luc—Long Expressway handles 25,000 vehicles on first full day of operation
2026 forum seeks to turn Vietnam into strong maritime nation
Vietnam’s maritime potential held back by infrastructure and planning gaps
International
Vietnam, Cambodia work to preserve and promote friendship
The Friendship Monuments, whose construction was agreed upon by the leaders of the two countries, are symbols commemorating their historic friendship, comprehensive cooperation and mutual support in the cause of bringing peace to Cambodia.
Vietnam, US aim to soon conclude fair, balanced reciprocal trade agreement
Vietnam congratulates China on 77th founding anniversary
Vietnam joins in seeking new momentum for Mekong subregional cooperation
Vietnam hosts ASEAN conference on combating fugitive criminals
Business
Ho Chi Minh City ready for Autumn Economic Forum 2026
On October 2, Standing Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Nguyen Loc Ha chaired a meeting on preparations for the 2026 Autumn Economic Forum (AEF 2026).
Vietnam–Laos Product Week showcases over 100 domestic, imported goods longform
Petrovietnam signs social welfare support agreement in Ho Chi Minh City
Pandora Group inaugurates factory in Vietnam
Vietnam records agricultural trade surplus of nearly US$17 billion
Education
Over 40 countries, territories to attend int'l education conference in Vietnam
Vietnam will host an int'l conference on education cooperation in the digital era on October 8–9, bringing together 800 delegates from over 40 countries and territories to discuss innovation, digital transformation and global education partnerships.
HCMC allocates additional VND118 billion for school repairs, equipment
New textbooks will not be built from scratch, says Education Ministry
SGGP Newspaper, UFM sign memorandum of cooperation
Universities must lead in preparing future human resources, talent
Sports
Vietnam, Thailand renew rivalry in ASEAN Cup 2026 showdown
Just one month after two dramatic ASEAN Cup 2026 finals, Vietnam and Thailand will renew their rivalry in a Group B clash that could have major implications for the race to top the group and reach the final of the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026.
