HCMC Mass Health Checks: Ho Chi Minh City is mobilising 10,000 health workers and 480 public and private facilities for a 150-day free health-check drive covering 16 million residents, with electronic health records and continuous follow-up; coverage targets run through December. Consumer Protection Push: Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has launched an action programme to implement the 2026–2030 National Consumer Protection Programme, aiming to strengthen laws, improve dispute handling, expand digital consumer support, and coordinate enforcement nationwide. Road Safety Alert: A deadly coach crash on Hanoi’s Phap Van–Cau Gie Expressway killed 4 and injured 28; authorities say alcohol/drug tests on the driver showed no violations while the cause is under investigation. AI for Health & More: Vietnam’s AI Innovation Challenge 2026 kicked off in Hanoi with a 48-hour hackathon, including tracks such as health care and smart public services, after a five-week bootcamp. Wildlife Rescue: Dak Lak’s Ea So Nature Reserve released 60 rare animals (17 species) back into natural habitat with Hanoi Wildlife Rescue Centre support, including protected slow lorises and pangolins. War Remains Update: Vietnam’s 500-day campaign to locate fallen soldiers received more than 50 wartime files and personal memorabilia, including leads tied to Unit 962 and burial mapping for martyrs.