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- Guides
US Citizenship Rights for Vietnamese: Understanding to Protect Yourself
Amid proposals to strip citizenship causing concern for many, what matters to understand is: legally naturalized U.S. citizens are protected by the Constitution — not by political will. Here is what you need to know to p…
- Vietnam
Physics exam error in Saigon's grade 10 specialized class: A small mistake, a large crack in the examination system
An incorrect physics formula printed on the entrance exam for grade 10 specialized physics at Ho Chi Minh City is not exactly breaking news.…
- Politics
When Cryptocurrency Enters Retirement Funds: The Trump Administration's 14.2 Trillion Dollar Gamble
In 2008, when the U.S. real estate market collapsed, millions of American workers — including many Vietnamese-American families in California, Texas, and Virginia — watched their 401(k) accounts evaporate by 30 to 40 per…
- Vietnam
Fixed tax deduction thresholds: When policy becomes outdated at the moment of enactment
Average spending on higher education in Vietnam has increased sharply since public universities transitioned to financial autonomy mechanisms.…
- Guides
Home Loans in the US: Understand Fixed-Rate, Adjustable-Rate, and FHA Loan Programs Before Signing the Contract
Fixed-rate, ARM, or FHA loan — each type suits different circumstances, and choosing wrong could cost you tens of thousands of dollars over 30 years. Understanding how each type works is what you need to do before steppi…
- US
The Punch in Shelby and the Endless Loop: When Video Is No Longer Enough to Change the System
Since 1991, when video footage captured Rodney King being beaten by four Los Angeles Police Department officers, Americans have heard a repeated implicit promise: video evidence will force the system to be accountable.…
- US
Iran War Is Burning Americans' Wallets — and the Trump Administration Calls It 'Peanuts'
Real incomes for Americans have fallen for the third consecutive month, according to a report released by the U.S. Department of Commerce on May 29, 2026.…
- SoCal
NIH Collapsing From Within: San Diego Digesting the Shock, But the Scientific Pipeline Has Started Clogging
According to data from NIH and industry advocacy group BIOCOM, San Diego receives over 1 billion USD in NIH funding annually — a figure large enough to obscure a crack spreading underneath.…
- Guides
How to Ensure Your Vote Isn't 'Wasted' in California: A Guide for Vietnamese-American Voters
Every election season, many Vietnamese-American voters in California hear a familiar refrain: "Why vote for that candidate, they're going to lose anyway" or "That party has the majority here, my vote doesn't mean anythin…
- NorCal
California 2026 Primary Election: When Ballots Become Tactical Bets for Democratic Voters
Approximately 40% of registered voters in California identify as Democrats — according to data from the California Secretary of State as of early 2026 — yet this summer, the state's largest voting bloc finds itself in a …
- Guides
Protecting Your Child Online: A Practical Guide for Vietnamese-American Parents
Large-scale arrests of online child predators continue to occur throughout the United States — and each time, many parents wonder: is my child safe?…
- Vietnam
9,950 Inmates Granted Presidential Pardon in 2026: Humanitarian Gesture or Political Signal in Post-14th Party Congress Era?
On June 1, 2026, nearly 10,000 people will walk out of prison — including 133 individuals who were once sentenced in major corruption cases that the Central Anti-Corruption Steering Committee itself had monitored.…
- SoCal
After the San Diego Mosque Massacre: 80 Million Dollars and an Unsolved Security Problem
Three men died at the Islamic Center of San Diego on May 18, 2026 — a mosque security guard and two congregation members — before two suspects took their own lives.…
- Guides
Immigrant Rights When Facing ICE: What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself
The story of a teenager in Chicago arrested by ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) without clear reason has shaken many immigrant communities across the United States — including millions of Vietnamese people …
- Guides
Which professions are most in demand in the US — and where Vietnamese people should start
The job market in the United States is changing faster than ever before. The wave of layoffs in the technology sector from 2023 to now, the pressure of rising cost of living, and numerous universities cutting staff — all…
- World
Thai Anti-Corruption Official Drives Drunk and Kills: When the Gatekeeper Breaks the Gate
Jarong Kroamoh's blood alcohol content at the time of testing was 189 milligrams per 100 milliliters of blood — nearly four times the legal threshold allowed in Thailand of 50mg, according to information from Bang Srimue…
- Guides
A Guide to Preventing Fraud for Vietnamese People in America: How to Identify, Protect Yourself, and Take Action if You Fall Victim
In 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported that consumers lost more than 12.5 billion USD to fraud schemes — the highest figure ever recorded.…
- SoCal
Little Daleyza and the Fragile Border Between the U.S. and Mexico: When Domestic Violence Reaches San Ysidro
The Land Rover Discovery found near the San Ysidro port of entry — where tens of thousands of people cross daily between the United States and Mexico — is far more than a criminal clue.…
- Guides
Family Sponsorship in the US: Step-by-Step Process, Required Documents, and Mistakes to Avoid
The U.S. immigration system is changing every day — but one thing remains constant: the right of U.S. citizens and green card holders to sponsor their relatives to come to the United States.…
- Business
Private capital absorbs 3 million US apartments: Renters pay the price, Vietnamese community bears double burden
57% of the nearly 3 million apartments held by private equity funds in the United States were purchased within less than 8 years — according to analysis by the monitoring organization Private Equity Stakeholder Project r…
- Guides
Digital Marketing for Vietnamese Businesses: How to Build Your Brand and Attract Online Customers from the Start
When Da Nang city announced it would provide free management software to 10,000 small merchants, many Vietnamese business owners — both domestically and in the United States — began to realize one thing: having digital t…
- Vietnam
10,000 Small Traders in Da Nang and the Digitalization Challenge: Is Six Months Free Support Enough to Change Business Habits?
Da Nang currently has more than 109,000 business households and retail shops — according to figures announced by Vice Chairman of the Da Nang City People's Committee Ho Quang Buu — but the city's latest pilot program tar…
- Guides
Living Near a Chemical Plant: How to Protect Your Family and Property During an Emergency
Living near industrial zones involves hidden chemical risks that require proactive household risk management. This guide outlines essential steps, from verifying EPA data to securing your insurance coverage, ensuring you…
- US
7,000 gallons of toxic chemicals in Orange County: When a crack becomes the thinnest glimmer of hope
As thousands of Orange County residents evacuate, a crack in a 7,000-gallon chemical tank offers a slim hope of avoiding a catastrophic explosion. This incident exposes critical flaws in urban planning and safety oversig…
- Guides
Worker Rights in the United States: What Vietnamese People Need to Know About Wages, Work Hours, and Leave
Many Vietnamese workers in the U.S. remain vulnerable due to misconceptions about labor laws, particularly regarding cash-in-hand pay and overtime eligibility. This guide provides the essential legal steps to protect you…