VOV.VN - Typhoon Kajiki that slammed into central Vietnam on August 25 has left 7 dead, 1 missing, and 34 injured, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

VOV.VN - A 3.6-magnitude earthquake occurred in Cao Duong commune of Phu Tho province on August 26, and people in the capital city of Hanoi, about 100km from the epicentre of the quake, also experienced shaking.

Health experts highlighted the role of maternal immunity in preventing respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-related respiratory diseases in newborns at a symposium in the northern city of Hai Phong.

The Vietnamese Embassy in Laos hosted a series of activities on August 25 to celebrate the 80th National Day of Vietnam (September 2, 1945–2025), reflecting the Vietnamese community's deep affection, pride, and gratitude towards the homeland.

VOV.VN - Rencontres du Vietnam (Meeting Vietnam), a scientific and educational organisation of France, has presented 155 Vallet scholarships worth nearly VND3 billion to exceptional students in Central Highlands and Khanh Hoa provinces.

VOV.VN - At least three people have been killed and 10 others injured after Typhoon Kajiki slammed into central Vietnam on August 25, bringing torrential rain, powerful winds, and widespread flooding.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has basically completed the goal of eradicating temporary and dilapidated houses nationwide, finishing 5 years and 4 months earlier than planned under a Party Resolution, according to a report presented at a national review conference in Hanoi on August 26.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a decision approving a plan to build police waterway ports and stations nationwide, alongside the procurement of patrol vessels for the waterway police force, with the aim of strengthening security, crime prevention, and rescue operations across Vietnam’s inland and coastal waterways.

VOV.VN - Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested four individuals involved in the illegal detention of three Korean nationals, who were tricked into coming to Vietnam with promises of easy work and high salaries.

VOV.VN - Dong Hoi Airport (Quang Tri) and Tho Xuan Airport (Thanh Hoa) have resumed receiving flights after Typhoon Kajiki moved past central Vietnam.

VOV.VN - At least three people have been killed and 10 others injured after Typhoon Kajiki slammed into central Vietnam on August 25, bringing torrential rain, powerful winds, and widespread flooding.

VOV.VN - Due to the impact of Typhoon Kajiki, prolonged heavy rain on the morning of August 26 submerged many streets in Hanoi, forcing commuters to wade through floodwaters to reach their workplaces.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked relevant ministries, sectors, and Kajiki-hit localities to focus on overcoming the consequences of the typhoon and proactively respond to post-typhoon flooding.

The 2025 Amnesty Advisory Council met on August 25 to review and endorse the list of inmates recommended for early release by the State President on the occasion of the 80th National Day (September 2, 1945–2025).

VOV.VN - Typhoon Kajiki has been described as highly unusual as it formed directly over the East Sea (South China Sea) and made landfall within just three days, half the usual duration, according to Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Nguyen Hoang Hiep.

VOV.VN - Typhoon Kajiki, the fifth storm to strike Vietnam this year, made landfall along the central coast on August 25, bringing heavy rain and strong winds, and disrupting transportation.

VOV.VN - Typhoon Kajiki remained nearly stationary over the past three hours and weakened to level 12, with gusts up to level 14, the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting reported on the afternoon of August 25.

VOV.VN - Typhoon Kajiki, the fifth storm to strike Vietnam this year, is forecast to make landfall with sustained winds of level 12-14 and gusts of level 15–16, equivalent to 2024’s Yagi, strong enough to topple single-story houses and potentially damage high-rise buildings, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha warned at a meeting on storm response on the morning of August 25.

VOV.VN - Typhoon Kajiki, the fifth storm to hit Vietnam this year, was located about 180 km off central Quang Tri province early on August 25, with maximum sustained winds of level 14 (150-166 km/h) and gusts reaching level 17.

VOV.VN - The Government has just issued a resolution on a plan to implement a National Assembly resolution, which provides certain special mechanisms and policies for investment in Ninh Thuan 1 and 2 Nuclear Power Plants.

VOV.VN - Despite alternating sunshine and rain on August 24, thousands of residents packed pavements along major streets of Hanoi, where the parade units are to pass, to watch the second full rehearsal of the military parade and civic march celebrating the 80th National Day.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has decided to set up a Forward Command and conduct a mass evacuation of residents before Typhoon Kajiki makes landfall at noon August 25.

The final round of VietChain Talents 2025, Vietnam’s largest-ever blockchain talent contest, was held in Hanoi on August 23, spotlighting the creativity of young developers and affirming the country’s ambition to become a global blockchain hub.

VOV.VN - The General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army has issued an urgent directive requiring all units to maintain 24/7 readiness, closely monitor the development of Typhoon Kajiki, and implement measures to ensure the safety of residents and minimise property damage.

VOV.VN - Domestic airlines have announced the cancellation of nearly 20 flights on August 24 and 25 to ensure aviation safety amid the impact of Typhoon Kajiki that is forecast to make landfall on August 25.

Resolution No. 59-NQ/TW of the Politburo on international integration in the new context is a breakthrough policy that opens up sustainable development opportunities for Vietnam, said Professor Vu Minh Khuong from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 23 signed a telegram, requiring relevant ministries, sectors, and localities to urgently respond to Typhoon Kajiki which is expected to pound central and north-central coastal provinces on August 25.

VOV.VN - Authorities in central and north-central coastal provinces of Vietnam have activated emergency measures as Typhoon Kajiki, packing winds exceeding 100 km/h and gusts up to 150 km/h, approaches the region.

Close to 2,000 participants joined a 2.5-kilometre friendship walk in Ho Chi Minh City on August 23 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Vietnamese diplomatic service (August 28, 1945 – 2025).

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 22 stressed the need to ensure equal access to education and training while chairing a national conference reviewing the 2024–2025 academic year and outlining tasks for 2025–2026.