Vietnam out of final, to face South Korea for U23 Asian Cup bronze

After a 0-3 loss to China, Vietnam's historic unbeaten run ends, setting up a third-place clash with U23 South Korea.

Galaxy S26 Ultra debuts with four stunning colors

The color options for Samsung’s upcoming flagship, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, appear to be finalized - and they’re turning heads.

Mandarin trees shaped like horses fetch premium prices ahead of Tet

In addition to traditional shapes like vases and gold ingots, a garden in Van Giang (Hung Yen) has introduced uniquely sculpted mandarin trees in the form of horses - priced from $400 to $1,600 - for the upcoming Lunar New Year.

Parents plan for middle school before their child enters first grade

With their children still in preschool, many Hanoi parents are already preparing for the race to elite middle schools - choosing primary schools not just for academics, but for their track record in secondary school admissions.

Vietnam emerges as Asia’s growth star, eyes 10% GDP in 2026

With favorable global trends and strong export momentum, experts say Vietnam could leap forward - if it strengthens its domestic foundation.

Party chief: National discipline must be paired with people’s trust

General Secretary To Lam calls for bold reforms, integrity in governance, and putting citizens at the heart of all decisions.

AFC sends heartfelt message to U23 Vietnam ahead of China clash

Just hours before kickoff in the U23 Asian Cup semifinals, the AFC shared an emotionally charged message that resonated deeply with Vietnamese fans - offering not just encouragement, but a sense of national unity behind U23 Vietnam.

Shift in rankings: Hanoi no longer tops national academic contest

Ho Chi Minh City rises to the top in the 2025–2026 National Excellent Student Competition, as Hanoi slips to fifth place after a long reign.

Vietnam to require biometric verification for all mobile phone users

Starting March 2026, mobile subscribers in Vietnam must undergo biometric verification to clean up telecom data.

Breathtaking lily fields by the river become Hai Phong’s newest check-in gem

Just 70km from the capital, a radiant lily field by the Kinh Thay River has become a hotspot for springtime check-ins.

Horse-themed ceramics bring fire back to Thanh Ha’s ancient kilns

With a month to go before the Lunar New Year, kilns in Thanh Ha pottery village (Hoi An Tay Ward, Da Nang City) are already blazing nonstop.

Foreign scam ring uncovered in Hanoi luxury villas

Authorities in Hanoi have uncovered a foreign-run online scam operation hidden inside two luxury villas, exposing a sophisticated cybercrime ring targeting victims abroad.

Authorities bust fake meat operation ahead of Tet, seize 50 tons

Ho Chi Minh City police uncovered a massive food fraud ring turning pork into fake ostrich and venison.

President: New Party Central Committee must exemplify ethics and intellect

President Luong Cuong opened the 14th Party Congress with a call for visionary leadership rooted in moral integrity and strategic clarity.

Vietnam drop in January FIFA rankings despite no recent matches

FIFA’s latest global rankings reflect a slight slip for Vietnam’s national football team, a direct consequence of their recent inactivity - but with a clear opportunity for change on the horizon.

A historic morning: Vietnam opens its 14th National Party Congress

1,586 delegates representing over 5.6 million Party members gathered in Hanoi for the official opening of the 14th National Party Congress.

Vietnam's finance chief: Budget saved over US$60 billion in five years

On the sidelines of the 14th National Party Congress, Politburo member and Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang shared with the press the key achievements and future orientations of Vietnam’s financial sector.

Vietnam ready to break China’s wall, reach historic U23 Asian Cup final

With fierce determination and tactical focus, U23 Vietnam prepare to face China’s impenetrable defense for a shot at the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 final.

SUVs steal the spotlight: B-size crossovers surge in Vietnam’s market

In 2025, compact SUVs have risen to the top of Vietnamese car buyers’ wishlists, outpacing sedans and transforming the auto landscape.

Digital IDs to replace paper records for Vietnamese public employees

The Vietnamese government has issued Decree No. 27/2026 outlining the framework for a national database of civil servants, public officials, and public employees. The new regulation will take effect from July 1, 2026.

After merger, Ho Chi Minh City faces new challenges - and greater opportunity

To become a true national growth pole and a regional financial–trade–logistics hub, Ho Chi Minh City must embrace its new scale and responsibilities, experts say.

Hanoi approves revised Red River zoning plan covering 11,000 hectares

The new master zoning plan along a 40-km stretch of the Red River targets a population of up to 350,000 by 2045, with a bold vision for urban renewal and flood resilience.

Gia Rai artisan takes ancient music to global stages

Ro Cham Tih, a master of Gia Rai music, shares the sound of the highlands through hand-crafted bamboo instruments on global stages.

Hanoi cancels high-rise project on prime Giang Vo land

Hanoi has officially revoked the decision to convert land use at 11–13 Nguyen Chi Thanh in Giang Vo Ward, marking the end of a long-stalled high-rise development project on one of the city's most valuable land plots.

In Hanoi, horse-themed lacquer art sells for up to $12,000 ahead of Tet

With the Lunar New Year just a month away, dozens of horse-themed lacquer artworks by artisan Nguyen Tan Phat - some priced at several thousand dollars - are being snapped up by collectors for Tet displays and interior decoration.

The shape of smartphones to come: 4 foldable styles for 2026

Samsung, Huawei, Apple and others are reshaping the market with bold designs that fit more screens in your pocket.