Ride-hailing drivers distressed by fuel price shock, firms launch lifebuoys

The sudden spike in fuel prices in recent days is striking a heavy blow to the livelihoods of tens of thousands of ride-hailing drivers as operating costs have increased significantly.

Vietnam targets internet access for 80% of ethnic minorities by 2030

Vietnam plans to expand digital infrastructure and services so that 80 percent of ethnic minority communities can access the internet by 2030.

Diverse investment channels offer growth opportunities for disciplined investors

As market channels "light up" in 2026, success is shifting from single assets to strategic allocation. While gold and stocks demand discipline, real estate offers "double profits" from infrastructure, requiring balanced cash flow management.

Congenital heart surgery in Vietnam among the lowest cost globally

Doctors say complex congenital heart surgeries in Vietnam cost a fraction of those in developed countries, while treatment outcomes remain comparable.

Sony’s latest earbuds show two different approaches to wireless audio

With WF-1000XM6 and LinkBuds Clip, Sony explores two listening philosophies - immersive audio isolation and open-ear awareness of the surrounding environment.

Two Vpop stars at the center of online controversy

At the same time, two young stars - HIEUTHUHAI and Son Tung M-TP - have become the focus of online debate among social media users.

Rising fuel prices put pressure on Vietnam’s exchange rate, central bank says

The State Bank of Vietnam has warned that rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are putting pressure on the country’s exchange rate and domestic monetary market.

Bus and taxi fares rise in Ho Chi Minh City amid fuel price volatility

Eighteen passenger transport companies operating fixed intra-provincial and interprovincial routes in Ho Chi Minh City have announced fare increases, while Vinasun Taxi has also adjusted its pricing.

Emergency construction approved for Gia Binh airport - Hanoi road

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved a proposal allowing Bac Ninh provincial authorities to implement the road project connecting Gia Binh International Airport with Hanoi under emergency construction procedures.

Vietnam considers VNeID database to ensure fair access to social housing

A shared database on the VNeID system has been proposed to help authorities verify eligible buyers and streamline procedures, while preventing abuse of Vietnam’s social housing policies.

Vietnam issues new code of conduct for influencers and digital users

A newly issued code of conduct aims to guide behavior on digital platforms, encouraging influencers and users to spread positive values and help build a healthier online environment.

Hanoi man penalized for spreading fake fuel price rumor online

Authorities have fined a Hanoi resident after he admitted sharing false claims about gasoline price hikes on social media to drive traffic to his electric vehicle sales.

Turning a “dead-end location” into a connected frontage

Chairman Le Hai Hoa has pushed for strategic autonomy and regional linkage to transform Cao Bang into a sustainable, high-value economic gateway.

From a street noodle vendor to a doctor repairing broken hearts

His time spent in a hospital after a road accident, cared for with devotion by doctors and nurses, inspired Tran Hoa to dream of becoming a physician.

Ministries survey safety level of mountain roads for sleeper buses

Units under the Ministry of Public Security (MPS), Ministry of Construction (MOC), and experts have begun conducting field surveys on several steep national highways in the Northwest region to assess the safety level of double-decker sleeper buses.

Ho Chi Minh City launches helicopter sightseeing tours

Ho Chi Minh City has officially begun operating regular helicopter sightseeing services from March 11, introducing a new tourism product aimed at both domestic and international visitors.

Four sentenced to death in large-scale drug trafficking ring

The People’s Court of Ho Chi Minh City on March 12 sentenced four defendants to death for their roles in a large-scale drug trafficking ring in the city.

Vietnam, Denmark cooperate to pilot circular food model

The “Green Hero Solution” project aimed at promoting circular food systems and climate-resilient agriculture in Vietnam was launched in Ho Chi Minh City on March 12.

Digital platform on overseas market development launched

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) on March 12 launched a digital platform on overseas market development, with Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son attending and delivering a keynote address.

VN, India promote maritime security cooperation through blue economy development

Vietnam and India are stepping up maritime security cooperation through the promotion of a sustainable blue economy, experts heard at the secVietnam–India Maritime Dialogue held in New Delhi on March 11.

Vietnam’s first peacekeeping training course gains UN certification

The United Nations Staff Officers Course (UNSOC) organised by the Vietnam Department of Peacekeeping Operations (VDPO) has been officially recognised by the UN as meeting its pre-deployment training standards, the department reported.

Vietnam Airlines adds nearly 1,000 seats on Europe routes

Vietnam Airlines has announced adjustments to its flight operation plan, adding nearly 1,000 seats on routes between Vietnam and Europe during the peak travel period amid operational constraints linked to the situation in the Middle East.

Middle East tensions disrupt Vietnam flights, over 6,000 passengers affected

Escalating conflict in the Middle East has forced several airlines to cancel flights between Vietnam and the region, disrupting travel plans for more than 6,000 passengers over the coming days.

Northern Vietnam to face days of drizzle and fog, storms in mountains

Northern Vietnam is expected to experience several days of drizzle and fog, while mountainous areas may see scattered thunderstorms from March 14 to 16.

Searching for ‘forest gold’: A rural craft transforms livelihoods

In Phuc Trach commune in Ha Tinh province, the craft of carving into tree trunks to find agarwood is often described by locals as “searching for gold.” Thanks to this work, local farmers generate hundreds of billions of VND in revenue each year.