Hoang Minh Son appointed acting minister of education and training

Hoang Minh Son, currently Director of Vietnam National University, Hanoi, has been tasked with leading the education sector as Acting Minister.

Tay Yen Tu Spring Festival promotes heritage, peace

The 2026 Tay Yen Tu Spring Festival opened at the Tay Yen Tu spiritual – ecological tourism complex in the northern province of Bac Ninh on February 28, attracting large numbers of Buddhists and visitors from far and wide.

HCM City’s 2026 Culture – Tourism Festival kicks off with vibrant activities

Ho Chi Minh City’s 2026 Culture and Tourism Festival officially opened on February 27, featuring a wide range of cultural, artistic and tourism activities aimed at promoting the city’s image and strengths.

OpenAI’s ‘post-smartphone’ ambition begins to take shape

For months, speculation surrounding the “iPhone killer” device reportedly being developed by OpenAI in collaboration with former Apple design legend Jony Ive has fueled intense curiosity across the tech world.

Raising white horses, Lang Son farmer transforms his fortunes

Once used only for ploughing and hauling, white horses have become a lucrative livelihood for a Tay farmer who now sells four-month-old foals for VND30 million each.

Trust, institutions and the new growth engine

High growth will come not from short-term stimulus, but from credible institutions and a private sector driven by innovation.

Galaxy S26 vs iPhone: Is it time to change ecosystems?

With the arrival of the Galaxy S26, many iPhone users are once again weighing the idea of switching ecosystems. Yet the decision is not simply about stronger specs or a better camera.

Building Vietnam’s future on cultural strength

Resolution 80 sets out a bold vision to make culture a pillar of rapid and sustainable development through 2030 and 2045.

Experts warn that high power rates may affect national digital transformation

Technology enterprises say the Ministry of Industry and Trade’s decision to apply commercial electricity prices to data centers will affect the development of digital infrastructure and national digital transformation.

Abandoned at birth, French woman longs to find her Vietnamese parents

After three decades and countless DNA tests, a French woman continues her journey to find her Vietnamese birth parents.

Before blaming the battery, check these iPhone charging tips

If your iPhone seems to charge at a turtle’s pace, do not rush to assume the battery is failing. In many cases, charging speed can be significantly improved with just a few simple adjustments.

Doctor brings healing hands from Truong Sa islands to South Sudan UN missions

Dr. Nguyen Hong Son tells his life story through the hospitals he has helped build, emergency rescues at sea, sleepless nights and the journey of Vietnamese military medicine during the country’s UN peacekeeping missions.

Vietnam’s legendary physicians who shaped a thousand years of medicine

Across centuries, exceptional physicians devoted their lives to healing, research and building a uniquely Vietnamese medical identity.

Portugal inaugurates embassy in Vietnam

The Embassy of the Portuguese Republic in Vietnam was officially inaugurated at BRG Tower, No. 198 Tran Quang Khai street, Hanoi, on February 27, marking a significant milestone in the long-standing friendship between the two countries.

Galaxy S26 debuts AI-powered scam detection in bold security push

Samsung’s new Galaxy S26 series debuts with on-device AI scam detection, a feature once exclusive to Google Pixel, marking a new front in the battle against online fraud.

Vietnamese doctors reach new heights with groundbreaking surgeries

A series of complex procedures successfully performed in 2025 underscores how far Vietnam’s medical expertise has advanced.

Vietnam becomes China’s top lobster supplier

China purchased nearly all of Vietnam’s lobster exports in 2025, spending US$845 million as demand for premium seafood soared.

2026 deadline pressure: Ho Chi Minh City accelerates strategic infrastructure

With 2026 seen as a pivotal year, Ho Chi Minh City is racing to complete a series of major transport and urban environment projects set to reshape its metropolitan landscape.

Female student graduates technology school with perfect GPA

Graduating in Industrial Systems Engineering – Logistics and Supply Chain Management from HCMC University of Technology with a perfect GPA of 4.0, Ho Tran Anh Thu has become one of the highest-achieving graduates in the university’s training history.

Seven powerful things iPhone search can do in seconds

Most users see Spotlight as a simple app launcher, but it can do far more with just a few keystrokes.

HCMC tightens oversight of Long Thanh connectivity projects

Authorities have ordered a comprehensive review of key transport links to Long Thanh Airport, identifying bottlenecks and critical path items.

Japanese visitor tries ‘acquired taste’ specialty in Vinh Long, stunned by price

A famous local dish in Vinh Long not only impressed a Japanese traveler with its bold flavors, but also surprised him with its remarkably low price of just VND10,000 (US$0.40) per bowl.

Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks hint at major photography leap

The latest leaks suggest that Samsung’s upcoming flagship - Galaxy S26 Ultra - will not only feature camera hardware upgrades, but also significant software improvements.

RoK's Hyosung to build new plant in Da Nang

HS Hyosung Quang Nam will begin construction of its US$100 million polyester curtain fabric and industrial fibre plant at Tam Thang Expanded Industrial Park in the first quarter of 2026, aiming to have it operational by year-end.

Hanoi to scale back central rail services, divert freight trains from inner city

Passenger train services through central Hanoi will be scaled back and freight trains diverted away from the inner city under a plan agreed by the capital city's authorities and the Ministry of Construction.

11th Vietnam–Japan Festival to attract about 450,000 visitors

The 11th Vietnam–Japan Festival, which will take place in Ho Chi Minh City on March 7–8, is expected to attract around 450,000 visitors, heard a press conference on February 27.