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Ho Chi Minh City

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General notes: Title from archive, probably misleading: This is widely agreed to be an image of torture.

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Vietnam Busts Major Diamond Smuggling Ring Involving Over 30,000 Stones

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City uncover a smuggling network that brought in diamonds worth more than US$57 million, shaking consumer confidence in the local jewelry market.

Aug 3, 2026, 4:56 AM South China Morning Post World

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Vietnam Cracks Down on Booming Black Market for Fake Luxury Goods

Despite recent raids and fines, counterfeit designer products remain widely available in Ho Chi Minh City, as concerns over intellectual property enforcement persist.

BBC World | Jul 6, 2026, 8:00 AM

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Four Singaporeans Among 65 Arrested in Vietnam Over Alleged Drug-Laced Vape Trafficking Ring

Vietnamese police arrested 65 individuals, including four Singaporeans, for allegedly operating a network injecting narcotic-laced e-liquid into e-cigarette pods and distributing them.

CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 1:07 PM

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Asian Travelers Favor Regional Attractions Amid Rising Travel Costs

Geopolitical tensions and increased expenses prompt tourists in Asia to choose nearby destinations like Hong Kong Disneyland and Vietnam’s mountain cable cars.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 2, 2026, 1:04 AM

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Vietnam Exam Controversy Highlights Pressures Behind School Misconduct

More than 140 students receiving perfect scores on Vietnam’s high-school graduation exam has sparked a nationwide review of the education system’s challenges.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 17, 2026, 1:42 AM

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Vietnamese Activist Bao Ngoc Highlights Gaza’s Plight Amid Tight Protest Controls

Bao Ngoc, the first Vietnamese to join the Global Sumud Flotilla, draws rare national attention to Palestinian suffering despite Vietnam’s cautious stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 12:50 AM

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Vietnam Investigates International Diamond Smuggling Ring Linked to PNJ

Vietnamese authorities probe a syndicate trafficking 28,000 diamonds worth nearly US$11 million, implicating the country’s largest jeweller, PNJ.

CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 7:15 AM

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Vietnam Seeks $1.5 Trillion in Global Capital for Infrastructure Development

As domestic funding falls short, Vietnam aims to attract international investors through its new financial center starting in 2027.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 2:57 AM

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Dong Nai Plans Airport Links to Boost Investment Amid Long Thanh Airport Construction

Vietnam's largest municipality by area aims to attract foreign direct investment leveraging its strategic location and new administrative status.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 1:56 AM

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Vietnam Police Arrest 85 in $133 Million World Cup Betting Rings Bust

Authorities crack down on illegal gambling operations amid the World Cup, dismantling large-scale betting networks linked to Cambodia.

CNA Latest News | Jul 7, 2026, 8:03 AM

This evening, a farewell ceremony in Tel Aviv was held in honor of Lt. Gen. Gabi Ashkenazi who finishes his four year term as the 19th IDF Chief of Staff. The ceremony was attended by the families of fallen IDF soldiers and officers, as well as senior IDF and governmental officials including President Shimon Peres, and friends and family of Lt. Gen. Ashkenazi. Pictured above: Lt. Gen. Ashkenazi gives a hug to Karnit Goldwasser, widow of Udi Goldwasser, of blessed memory.

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Israeli Orphans of Fallen Heroes Build Pride and Connection on US Bar/Bat Mitzvah Journey

Twenty-eight Israeli children who lost parents in security service traveled across North America to strengthen Jewish identity and solidarity.

Fox News Latest | Aug 2, 2026, 11:02 AM

Typhoon Prapiroon formed in the western Pacific on July 31, 2006, off the coast of Luzon, the northernmost of the Philippine Islands. The tropical depression strengthened to storm status in the next day after crossing Luzon, and reached typhoon status by early August 2, as it continued east-northeast across the South China Sea towards the Asian mainland. The storm system was blamed for some six deaths in the Philippines as it crossed the island. As of August 3, it was predicted to make landfall in southern China not far from Hainan Island, packing forecasted winds around 115 kilometers per hour (73 miles per hour). Fishing boats were ordered into port, and rescue teams were being prepared for possible flooding and landslides. This photo-like image was acquired by the Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) on the Aqua satellite on August 2, 2006, at 1:50 p.m. local time (05:50 UTC). Prapiroon had a very well-defined spiral shape and active thunderstorm systems (bright, puffy clouds) close to the eyewall. Prapiroon at the time the Aqua satellite passed overhead had a partially opened eye: the center of the storm still had some light cloud cover. Sustained winds in the storm system were estimated to be around 120 kilometers per hour (75 miles per hour) around the time the image was captured, according to the University of Hawaii’s Tropical Storm Information Center. The high-resolution image provided above is provided at the full MODIS spatial resolution (level of detail) of 250 meters per pixel. The MODIS Rapid Response System provides this image at additional resolutions.

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Public Anger in Hong Kong Over Low Typhoon Signal During 2006 Typhoon Prapiroon

The Hong Kong Observatory faced criticism for not raising the storm warning above No. 3 as Typhoon Prapiroon brought severe winds, putting workers and residents at risk.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 4:15 AM

A 46 segment × 3 exposure HDR panorama of the Hong Kong night skyline. Taken from Lugard Road at Victoria Peak .

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Hong Kong Democracy Activist Wu Chi-wai’s London Reunion Faces Uncertain Future

After over five years in prison, former lawmaker Wu Chi-wai reunited with his family in London, but his stay may be cut short amid immigration concerns.

Washington Times News | Jul 27, 2026, 12:25 AM

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Judge-Led Committee Nears Conclusion on Hong Kong’s Deadliest Fire at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court

An independent inquiry examines the causes of the 2025 blaze that killed 168 people and displaced thousands, while Hong Kong International Airport reports a profit decline amid rising expenses.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 2:55 AM

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Wang Fuk Court Administrator to Hold Crucial Owners’ Meeting on July 19

The government-appointed administrator of the fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong will convene an extraordinary general meeting for flat owners, ending months of delays.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 4, 2026, 10:06 AM

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