From dropping out to double valedictorian: A student's academic comeback

Ngo Khanh Hoa once worried that changing direction would disappoint his parents, but his decision to leave an unsuitable major and start again ultimately led him to become a double valedictorian.

Historic Hanoi house preserved by 17 generations of one family

Just 15 kilometers from central Hanoi, surrounded by modern apartment towers and new urban developments in Tay Mo Ward, stands an ancestral house that has survived for more than 200 years.

Securities firms' profits diverge: record gains vs. heavy losses

Q2/2026 business results show a sharp differentiation in the securities industry: while VPBankS, VPS, and TCBS recorded high profit growth, not a few companies suffered profit declines, or even losses.

Vietnam's circus industry reinvents itself through digital innovation

Vietnam's circus industry is undergoing a transformation as it embraces digital technology while drawing on the country's cultural heritage to develop sustainable cultural products, according to the head of the Vietnam Circus Federation.

Beyond the sea economy: Vietnam's path to maritime power

Vietnam's maritime ambitions depend not only on its coastline or marine resources but on building modern institutions capable of governing the sea as a strategic national space.

Could the iPhone 18 Pro Max mark Apple's next big breakthrough?

The iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to debut at Apple's September 2026 launch event and could become the company's most significant hardware upgrade in several years.

Vietnam's unique cattle market seals deals with a splash of paint

U Market in Nghe An Province comes alive before dawn as traders converge to buy and sell hundreds of buffaloes and cattle, with every completed deal marked by a painted symbol.

Traditional Muong stilt house windows tell stories of respect and heritage

The windows of traditional Muong stilt houses are more than architectural features. Each has a distinct name, place and purpose, reflecting generations of customs, respect and cultural values.

Samsung launches AI-powered Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch9

Samsung's newest Galaxy watches bring advanced health sensors, AI analytics and improved battery performance to its wearable lineup.

VN stands before historic opportunity: choosing the right foundation for growth

In an increasingly fierce global competition, many nations are racing for technology, capital, and economic power. For Vietnam, its greatest advantage may not lie in the newest things, but in its fundamental assets: land, water and people.

Tropical depression may become the East Sea's second storm of 2026

A tropical depression over waters east of the Philippines is forecast to enter the East Sea within the next 48 hours before strengthening into a tropical storm, potentially becoming Storm No. 2 of the 2026 typhoon season.

Forty Vietnamese arrested in Laos over online fraud operation

Vietnamese police have dismantled an alleged cross-border online fraud network operating in Bokeo Province, Laos, following a joint investigation with Lao authorities that resulted in the arrest of 40 Vietnamese suspects.

U23 Vietnam avoid toughest rivals in Asiad 2026 group stage

The draw for the men's and women's football tournaments at the 2026 Asian Games has determined Vietnam's seeding and potential opponents.

Samsung unveils slimmer Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and new foldables

Samsung has introduced its latest generation of foldable smartphones, unveiling the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 during its Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22.

Vietnam targets more property firms in expanded tax inspections

Vietnam's Ministry of Finance is stepping up tax enforcement in the property sector following inspections of 30 major developers.

WHO emergency drug support helps save two lives in Vietnam

An emergency supply of injectable artesunate from overseas proved decisive in saving two patients with severe malaria at Bach Mai Hospital.

Vietnam outlines long-term plan to turn Dong Nai into global airport city

The Politburo has set out a long-term strategy to develop Dong Nai City into a modern aviation center of Asia-Pacific significance, with an airport-city model, advanced industry and global connectivity.

Ho Chi Minh City links culture and tourism as V-Pop heads to the US

Ho Chi Minh City is expanding its cultural industry through closer integration of the arts and tourism, while a new concert project aims to bring Vietnamese pop music to North America in late 2026.

Vietnam's strong economy enters second half with key risks

Vietnam's economy has delivered one of its strongest first-half performances in years, supported by investment, exports and tourism, while risks remain on the horizon.

Vietnam receive champions' badge honor at ASEAN Cup 2026

Vietnam's national football team will wear a distinctive champions' badge during the ASEAN Cup 2026, marking their status as the tournament's reigning champions.

Vietnam plans new rail links to China, Laos and Cambodia

Vietnam has adjusted its national railway network plan to add several new interregional and international routes, including lines connecting the country with China, Laos and Cambodia.

Vietnam braces for prolonged heat, drought under El Nino 2026-2027

A medium-to-strong El Nino is forecast to affect Vietnam through 2027, with potentially severe consequences for rainfall, river flows, agriculture and water supplies.

Defending champions Vietnam eye strong start against Timor-Leste

Vietnam open their ASEAN Cup 2026 title defense against Timor-Leste on July 24, with head coach Kim Sang Sik expecting his players to repay his trust after weeks of preparation.

Hanoi eatery sells ‘strange pho’: steamed noodles, two kinds of sauce

Besides traditional beef and chicken pho, many eateries in Hanoi have created inventive pho variations with unusual preparation methods, helping enrich the capital’s food map.

Nghe An turns into mega construction site, heads towards double-digit growth

By speeding up infrastructure development and reforming its investment environment, Nghe An is creating new momentum to welcome large-scale capital flows.