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How English took me from countryside boy to business owner in HCMC

How English took me from countryside boy to business owner in HCMC

While my friends were earning just VND5 million (US$197) per month, I was earning US$600 thanks to my proficiency in English.
My 10-day journey to pay traffic fines

My 10-day journey to pay traffic fines

Graduate with high GPA struggles to find employment due to poor English pronunciation

Graduate with high GPA struggles to find employment due to poor English pronunciation

Six years of riding an electric motorbike cost me just $67

Six years of riding an electric motorbike cost me just $67

I have spent only VND 1.7 million (US$67) over six years of riding an electric motorbike, which includes brake pad replacements and a new set of tires.
January 14, 2025 | 11:41 am GMT+7
We earn $300,000 annually in the US, just enough to get by

We earn $300,000 annually in the US, just enough to get by

If there are no unexpected costs, my wife and I can only save at most US$20,000-30,000 per year.
January 13, 2025 | 06:23 am GMT+7
Drivers fear yielding to ambulance could result in $785 fine

Drivers fear yielding to ambulance could result in $785 fine

With fines for traffic light violations rising to as much as VND20 million (US$785), some netizens are concerned they could face penalties if they yield to ambulances.
January 12, 2025 | 08:06 am GMT+7
My elderly aunt spent her children’s money on 2,700 lottery tickets

My elderly aunt spent her children’s money on 2,700 lottery tickets

My 68-year-old aunt, living in my rural hometown, used VND27 million (US$1,060) that her children sent her to buy 2,700 lottery tickets.
January 10, 2025 | 06:35 am GMT+7
I, at 33, have never had more than $2,000 in my bank account

I, at 33, have never had more than $2,000 in my bank account

I make good money but have been unable to save even VND50 million (US$1,970) despite not spending much on myself.
January 9, 2025 | 11:09 am GMT+7
Three hours in a US hospital cost me over $14,000

Three hours in a US hospital cost me over $14,000

I experienced stomach pain after eating and had to be hospitalized for three hours for emergency treatment. My medical bill came out to US$14,385.
January 8, 2025 | 06:44 am GMT+7
Fines for riding on sidewalks set at $236 while workers earn $330 monthly

Fines for riding on sidewalks set at $236 while workers earn $330 monthly

The increased fines of VND4-6 million (US$157-236) for motorcyclist riding on sidewalks have recently sparked debate, given that workers’ average monthly income is only at VND8.5 million (US$334).
January 7, 2025 | 10:40 am GMT+7
My husband, as the youngest son, has his inheritance taken by his siblings

My husband, as the youngest son, has his inheritance taken by his siblings

“You must know your place. As the youngest, you should accept your role and be obedient," my sister-in-law warned me and my husband when we were handling inheritance.
January 6, 2025 | 08:31 am GMT+7
I’m surprised to find HCMC metro passengers as civilized as Singapore’s

I’m surprised to find HCMC metro passengers as civilized as Singapore’s

Riding the metro to HCMC’s Thao Dien area to welcome the new year, I was pleasantly surprised by how orderly most passengers were, much like those in Singapore.
January 3, 2025 | 06:27 am GMT+7
Should I share ownership of properties given by my parents with my husband?

Should I share ownership of properties given by my parents with my husband?

I’m hesitant to include my husband’s name on the deed for the land my parents intend to give me, but I’m concerned that not doing so could impact our marriage.
January 2, 2025 | 07:37 am GMT+7
I've amassed nearly $600K in assets despite starting without inheritance

I've amassed nearly $600K in assets despite starting without inheritance

Starting our family life at 29 with no inheritance, my husband and I have amassed assets worth VND15 billion (US$589,000) after eight years.
January 1, 2025 | 07:38 am GMT+7
My children turn down early inheritance

My children turn down early inheritance

My wife and I decided to retire and give our children the family business and a house each, but they declined.
December 30, 2024 | 06:14 am GMT+7
My child started learning English at 5

My child started learning English at 5

People who only begin learning English in university often see it merely as a tool to earn money, rather than using it as a key to unlock knowledge.
December 29, 2024 | 06:36 am GMT+7
Supermarkets in Germany don’t give shoppers plastic bags

Supermarkets in Germany don’t give shoppers plastic bags

Supermarket workers in Germany do not provide single-use plastic bags at checkout. They use paper boxes and bags instead to encourage shoppers to bring their own reusable shopping bags.
December 27, 2024 | 06:09 am GMT+7
My brother and I got our inheritance in our 20s

My brother and I got our inheritance in our 20s

My father transferred part of his assets and properties to my brother when he was 20 and to me when I was 22.
December 26, 2024 | 06:06 am GMT+7
My wife criticizes me for being wasteful after I gifted her an iPhone

My wife criticizes me for being wasteful after I gifted her an iPhone

I bought my wife the latest iPhone as a birthday gift, only to be scolded for being wasteful.
December 25, 2024 | 06:16 am GMT+7
I shut down my restaurant after 5 months of losses

I shut down my restaurant after 5 months of losses

I decided to close my restaurant after seven years as it has been operating at a loss since July.
December 24, 2024 | 10:31 am GMT+7
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