Endless scrolling grips young Vietnamese as AI videos surge

Young Vietnamese describe sleepless nights and fading concentration as short-video habits spiral, while experts warn AI-generated content could make the addictive cycle even harder to break.

iPhone 18 Pro could get a striking red-purple Dark Cherry finish

The iPhone 18 Pro’s rumored Dark Cherry finish is coming into focus, with a new leak pointing to a deep red shade infused with distinctive purple undertones.

Cheaper new cars leave Vietnam’s used-car showrooms struggling

Deep discounts on new cars are squeezing Vietnam’s used-car market, forcing dealers to offer warranties and other perks as buyers hold out for even lower prices.

Hanoi pushes faster progress on seven Red River bridges

Seven Red River bridge projects have received all land within their designated boundaries as Hanoi targets completion around July 2027.

Could a chip help Vietnam keep unauthorized drones away from airports?

A drone intrusion that affected 73 flights at Tan Son Nhat Airport has prompted a proposal for hardware-based UAV management tied to Vietnam’s national data infrastructure.

Vietnam plans 3-5 elite universities to lead higher education

Vietnam is preparing criteria to identify elite universities, with a focus on institutions capable of leading key fields rather than trying to excel across every discipline.

Vietnam ready for Malaysia test as Kim fine-tunes winning formula

Vietnam have departed for Malaysia ahead of the first leg of their ASEAN Cup 2026 semifinal, carrying the confidence of defending champions, a near full-strength squad and growing tactical flexibility under coach Kim Sang Sik.

iPhone 18 Pro Max could bring Apple’s biggest camera leap in years

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Max could deliver one of its biggest camera upgrades in years, with three rumored changes targeting hardware, low-light photography and pro controls.

The $1.5 trillion question behind Vietnam’s push for lower rates

Vietnam wants lower lending rates while preparing to mobilize nearly $1.5 trillion in investment over five years, putting the structure of its financial system under growing pressure.

Elon Musk’s Starlink officially launches satellite internet service in Vietnam

Starlink has officially begun offering satellite internet services in Vietnam, with residential plans priced at around $44 a month for speeds of 100Mbps and $66 a month for speeds of more than 400Mbps.

Can karaoke bars avoid copyright risks by using YouTube?

The VietKTV copyright case has reignited debate over music licensing, as some karaoke businesses consider YouTube a seemingly safer alternative to traditional karaoke players.

Vietnam bank alerts stop 1.6 million suspected scam transactions

Vietnam’s SIMO banking alert system has warned customers 4.9 million times, prompting 1.6 million suspected scam transactions to be halted by the end of July 2026.

Nearly 140-year-old Da Nang church preserves bell cast from cannons

Built in 1887, Phu Thuong Church in Da Nang has retained much of its original architecture for nearly 140 years. Among its most remarkable treasures is a bronze bell cast from metal salvaged from cannons.

How agricultural giant Loc Troi fell into a financial crisis

Once one of Vietnam’s agricultural heavyweights, Loc Troi is battling financial strain, eroding confidence and an uncertain future after losing its public company status.

Apple’s glass-heavy iPhone 20 Pro Max may still be on track

Apple may still be developing a glass-heavy iPhone for 2027, despite an earlier report that manufacturing challenges had forced it to abandon the ambitious design.

Why do Vietnamese prefer the Z Fold 8 over Z Fold 8 Ultra smartphone?

Records from domestic mobile retail chains show that more than 60 percent of users have chosen Samsung's new foldable phone, the Z Fold 8, over the Z Fold 8 Ultra line.

Vietnam auto sales rise 14% in first seven months of 2026

Vietnamese consumers bought 33,707 vehicles in July, lifting market sales 8% from June and 6% from a year earlier.

Thousands of HCM City tax debtors no longer found at registered addresses

Property developers feature prominently on a new HCMC tax authority list of more than 7,000 taxpayers with outstanding liabilities totaling nearly $220 million.

Climate change brings new weather challenges for Vietnam

Vietnam’s once relatively stable weather patterns are becoming harder to recognise as climate change intensifies heat, rainfall extremes and compound disaster risks.

Euro 5 tech transfer rules: Are they a new sub-license threat?

Just a few days after Decree 101 came into force, feedback from the business community prompted Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung to ask ministries and branches to review all arising obstacles and report to the Prime Minister before July 25.

Paris eatery draws crowds with Vietnamese grilled fish, tofu with shrimp paste

A small restaurant in the heart of Paris has become a popular destination for diners eager to try authentic Vietnamese specialties such as blood sausage, fried tofu with fermented shrimp paste, and Cha Ca La Vong (La Vong grilled fish).

Former second-choice applicant becomes valedictorian and secures job at Big 4

Once missing her top-choice university, Nguyen Thi Anh Tuyet became the accounting valedictorian at the University of Economics and Business through sheer determination, earning a job offer from one of the world's Big4 professional services firms.

Traditional Maori ceremony welcomes Vietnam’s top leader

Vietnam’s Party General Secretary and State President To Lam was welcomed in New Zealand with a ceremony featuring traditional Maori rituals followed by an official state welcome.

LGBT couple gifted gold, land-use right certificates at wedding ceremony

A wedding overflowing with gold and so do (land-use right certificates) for an LGBT couple in the Mekong Delta region has drawn widespread social media attention in recent days.

Top Vietnamese leader holds talks with New Zealand Prime Minister

General Secretary and President To Lam and New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon agreed to deepen political trust and expand economic and trade ties during talks in Auckland on August 13.

Jazz melodies connect Hanoi with the world

The Hanoi Jazztival 2026, themed “Jazz Hanoi – Melodies Without Borders”, will take place from September 17-19 in the capital, the Hanoi Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced at a press conference on August 12.