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The rising waters of the Red River have caused a three-week-long inundation, severing the route that connects the inner city to the alluvial plains. This has led to a unique mode of transportation for the locals, who now ferry their agricultural produce by boat to reach consumers.

The pepper market is booming, with prices soaring high and predicted to rise further due to strong global demand and limited supply. The Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA) forecasts that the country's pepper exports will surpass $1 billion this year, reclaiming its status as a billion-dollar industry.

On August 13, 2024, Ho Chi Minh City Television (HTV) and VCCorp Joint Stock Company (VCCorp) joined forces in a strategic partnership. The collaboration entails co-producing and broadcasting a captivating talk show titled "Trên Ghế."

The Thai Rice Exporters Association has revealed a decline in the production of Thai rice varieties, with Vietnamese alternatives taking their place.

The adjustment of listed prices could see a reduction in the on-the-road costs for the Mercedes-AMG C 43, A 35, and GLE 53 models. This is an enticing prospect for prospective car owners, as these performance-oriented vehicles become more accessible and affordable. With a potential decrease in prices, these AMG models could offer an even more attractive proposition to car enthusiasts seeking a blend of luxury and performance.

The market closed with the VN-Index down 0.06 points, settling at 1,230.36; the HNX-Index also witnessed a decline of 0.5 points (-0.22%), ending the day at 229.68. Bears dominated today's trading, with 396 decliners overpowering 332 advancers across the market. However, the VN30-Index, representing the top 30 stocks by market cap and liquidity, painted a slightly different picture, with 17 gainers outnumbering 13 losers, indicating a relatively stronger performance by leading stocks.

Realme, a prominent smartphone brand, has unveiled a groundbreaking charging technology that promises to revolutionize the way we power our devices. With their innovative 320-watt SuperDart Flash Charging solution, Realme claims that a mere 5-minute charge is all it takes to fully juice up your phone.

Laundry detergent, diapers, and fresh milk are among the top-selling items by volume.

The US, China, and South Korea are avidly seeking this product from Vietnam.

The VinFast VF 3 is the latest talk of the town among car enthusiasts and modifiers alike.