Kim Sang Sik, the perfect rebirth after Park Hang Seo

Once seen as a step backward, Kim Sang Sik has rewritten his story, ushering Vietnamese football into a bold new chapter.

Liquidity shocks are a sign of rising capital costs

This year’s sudden spike in overnight rates on the interbank market to around 17 percent per year in a single session startled many observers.

Banks warn of fake “transaction offices” used to scam victims

Staging fake “transaction offices” is a new scam tactic, fooling even tech-savvy people if they let their guard down.

Hanoi university’s top scorer on aptitude test balances math and gaming

Tran Anh Tu, the top scorer of the Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) aptitude test, is described by friends as both a math “idol” and a gaming “pro.”

Vietnam may send forces to help maintain order in Gaza

Vietnam is considering deploying military and police personnel to support UN peacekeeping and security efforts in the Gaza Strip.

Passenger boat capsizes on Thac Ba Lake, six missing

A boat carrying 23 passengers overturned on Thac Ba Lake in Lao Cai province on February 21, leaving six people missing.

Vietnamese FM meets counterparts of UAE, Egypt and Türkiye

Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung met with the foreign ministers of the UAE, Egypt and Türkiye on February 19–20 while accompanying the high-level Vietnamese delegation led by Party Chief To Lam to the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace.

Creative tourism seen as catalyst for elevating destination value

With its rich natural and human resources, including a wide range of tangible and intangible cultural heritage across the country, Vietnam possesses outstanding strengths for the development of creative tourism.

Opening a 'digital highway' for the Central Highlands durian industry

Le Anh Trung, Chair of the Dak Lak Durian Association, said the durian industry is entering a new stage of competition and must have stronger digital, communication, and standardization capacity.

Home loans in 2026: high interest rates and even stricter conditions

Rising deposit interest rates have pushed up lending rates at many banks as lenders seek to avoid shrinking profit margins.

Turning ‘dead-end location’ into connected frontage

In 2025, Cao Bang, affected by natural disasters, still recorded positive indicators: GRDP growth reached 7.22 percent, budget revenue exceeded 215 percent of the estimate, and the public investment disbursement rate hit 96 percent.

When the homeland calls its scholars back

Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City launches VNU350 to attract 350 talented scientists by 2030.

Female student earns record-breaking GPA at HCMUT

Her 4.0 GPA stands among the highest ever recorded at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology.

Tet through the eyes of a 9X mother of six

A 9X mother in Nghe An shares the joys and challenges of celebrating Tet (Lunar New Year) with six children.

On the road to Net Zero 2050

Vietnam’s commitment to net-zero emissions is driving sweeping changes across energy, industry and agriculture, reshaping the foundations of long-term growth.

Putting happiness at the heart of reform

Vietnam is placing health at the center of its development strategy, linking happiness to preventive care and equitable access.

Hanoi becomes unexpected winter escape for UK tourists

Flight searches from the UK to Hanoi have risen 103% between February and March compared to last year.

Ten-day outlook: Mixed conditions across Vietnam

Northern Vietnam enjoys mild weather to end Lunar New Year (Tet) before weak cold air brings light rain next week.

Toward 2026: Can Vietnam conquer the ‘high mountain’ of growth?

As policymakers set their sights on double-digit expansion, the challenge lies in aligning public investment, private enterprise and macro stability into a coherent growth strategy.

Tet tourism surges across Vietnam

Vietnam’s major destinations report strong tourism growth during the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026, with one province welcoming over one million visitors.

A decade of persistence powers Vietnam’s drone leap

With strong R&D and core technology mastery, Vietnam is building a US$5 billion UAV industry by 2035.

A turning point for Vietnam’s concert era

Vietnam’s concert boom signals a deeper shift in audience taste and artistic ambition, as live music becomes the new creative benchmark.

Dong Nai student builds AI app to bridge communication gaps

A high schooler’s deep learning project helps the deaf and the blind connect more safely and confidently with the world.

Vietnam grants telecom license to Starlink in the US

The Ministry of Science and Technology has granted Starlink Services Vietnam a license to provide fixed and mobile satellite telecom services.

A roaring start to spring at Dong Ky festival

Thousands attended the Dong Ky firecracker procession in Bac Ninh during the Lunar New Year 2026 (Tet), honoring Saint Thien Cuong.

Foreign tourist found dead in Ho Chi Minh City hotel

Authorities are investigating the unusual death of a male foreign guest discovered in his hotel room on the fourth day of Lunar New Year (Tet).