Young nurse returns from death’s door after brain hemorrhage during shift

After a brief moment of dizziness after work, Le Thi Linh fell into a deep coma and had to endure a grueling fight for survival.

Vietnam faces aging crisis as many elderly have 4-5 chronic diseases

Many elderly people in Vietnam have never had their blood pressure checked, and sometimes take medication based on personal judgment, or only use medicine when they feel unwell. All of this can lead to serious medical consequences such as a stroke.

Banning social media may disrupt learning ecosystems

Restricting student access to social platforms could unintentionally hinder communication and digital learning.

Ministry to review Jun Pham’s controversial MV, tighten AI misuse rules

Authorities are assessing the MV “Truth or Dare” amid controversy, while reaffirming stricter measures against AI impersonation and misleading digital content.

From fallen jackfruit leaves to hand-embroidered art

A young woman in Lam Dong transforms dry leaves into delicate embroidery pieces, turning a chance discovery into a source of income.

Ten reasons the iPhone 18 Pro Max is worth the wait

With a series of promising upgrades, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is shaping up to be a significant leap forward rather than a routine iteration, offering enough reasons for users to consider waiting.

When heritage goes digital, opportunities and risks emerge

Vietnam is accelerating the digitisation of intangible cultural heritage, aiming to preserve and unlock its value in the digital age.

Vietnam updates foreign language framework aligned with CEFR

Vietnam’s Ministry of Education and Training has issued Circular 33, introducing an updated national foreign language proficiency framework.

European tourists shift from Thailand, charter flights land in Vietnam

Vietnam’s tourism sector is entering a new phase of growth, as it prepares to welcome its first-ever summer charter flights carrying European tourists, reflecting a shift in global travel patterns.

State audit flags heavy losses at firms linked to major SOEs

Vietnam’s State Audit has identified substantial accumulated losses among companies linked to major state-owned enterprises, including VNA, VNPT, and Vnsteel, even as the parent groups reported strong overall profits.

Vietnam eyes billion-dollar savings, but E10 uptake lags

E10 fuel offers major savings and environmental benefits, but consumer skepticism continues to slow adoption in Vietnam.

Vietnam’s music and sports stars honoured at Cong Hien Awards

On the evening of April 15, at the Vietnam-Soviet Friendship Cultural Palace in Hanoi, the 20th Cong Hien Awards ceremony honoured outstanding achievements in music and sport over the past year.

Mai Ngo to represent Vietnam at Miss Supranational 2026

Model and performer Mai Ngo has been officially named Vietnam’s representative at Miss Supranational 2026, set to take place in Poland this July.

UNDP praises Vietnam’s swift response to energy market shocks

Vietnam has been commended by UNDP for its timely fiscal and pricing measures to cushion the impact of global energy volatility.

A second chance rooted in clean agriculture

After pouring VND3 billion (US$123,000) into a failed agricultural venture, Cao Van Hung, born in 1993 in Quang Ninh, chose not to walk away. Instead, he began again - this time with a humble plant growing quietly in his greenhouse.

Thirty foreign nationals deported from Khanh Hoa over legal violations

Authorities in Khanh Hoa province have completed procedures to deport and hand over 30 foreign nationals who violated Vietnamese law to Chinese authorities, including three individuals who were wanted.

Stormy pattern to dominate northern weather through late April

Northern Vietnam is expected to experience three consecutive waves of thunderstorms from the night of April 16 through April 25, as a shift in weather patterns follows a prolonged period of heat.

Ho Chi Minh City approves consortium for US$5 billion port

Ho Chi Minh City has approved a consortium to develop the nearly US$5 billion Can Gio mega port, with a global shipping giant taking a 49% stake.

Seized Hermès bags in Truong My Lan case set for valuation review

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have announced the official valuation of two white Hermès handbags belonging to Truong My Lan, placing their combined value at nearly VND4 billion (US$160,000).

Severe midnight hailstorm shocks residents in Lao Cai

A sudden hailstorm in the early hours of April 16 caught residents of Bac Ha commune in Lao Cai province completely off guard, pelting the area with dense hailstones for around 40 minutes.

Deputy PM outlines six priorities for ethnic and religious affairs

On the afternoon of April 15, Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung held a working session with the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs on the implementation of tasks in the first months of 2026 and directions for the time ahead.

From policy to practice: gaps widen in food safety enforcement

The question of organizational structure, personnel, and staffing for state management of food safety has become a pressing issue for local authorities across Vietnam.

Vietnamese, Chinese first ladies deepen cultural dialogue in Beijing

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly emphasized that while politics and economics serve as solid pillars of Vietnam - China relations, culture and the arts are what connect the hearts of the two peoples.

Vietnamese leader visits Museum of Communist Party of China in Beijing

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam visited the Museum of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Beijing on April 15, as part of his state visit to the neighbouring country.

Top Vietnamese leader attends friendship music concert in Beijing

The piece “Hello Vietnam” blended with the Chinese folk song “Jasmine Flower,” performed by Nguyen Thi Ngoc Ha and Tran Nguyen Kim Ngan, highlighted the harmony between Vietnamese and Chinese music and arts.