Luxury villas in Hanoi flood again, residents call boats to escape

Following heavy rains from Storm No. 10, luxury villas in western Hanoi are inundated, leaving residents wading through deep water or calling boats to evacuate.

September storms batter Vietnam, authorities warn of more in October

With 51 casualties and over $328 million in damages, Vietnam braces for continued extreme weather.

Vietnam’s swimming ace secures historic gold medal double in India

Nguyen Huy Hoang becomes the first Vietnamese swimmer to win two golds at the Asian Swimming Championship 2025.

Tropical storm Matmo heads into East Sea as Storm No. 11

Early this morning (October 2), a tropical depression intensified into a storm, internationally named Matmo.

Tiger cub spotted near nature reserve in northern Vietnam

A young tiger believed to be a stray cub was seen in Phu Tho province, prompting local authorities to issue safety warnings.

A father’s lantern craft legacy: blending tradition with global reach

Becoming penniless after the pandemic, Le Vinh Ha left HCMC to return home in Da Nang and continue his father’s lantern craft.

Mother reunites with son after 30 years, thanks scrap collector who raised him

In a deeply emotional reunion, Nhung fell to her knees to thank the woman who collects scrap for a living who cared for her long-lost son for over 30 years.

Father builds, mother weaves, children succeed

The story of a family in Thanh Oai commune, Hanoi, where the father is a builder and the mother weaves conical hats to raise three successful children, has recently been widely shared on social media.

Poverty drops nationwide, but risk of relapse remains high in upland areas

The international community recognizes Vietnam as one of the countries with the fastest rare of poverty reduction, but in some areas, poverty rates remain at 50 to 70 percent.

The best iPhone to buy in 2025: A value model wins over millions

Apple’s iPhone 17 offers the best balance of features and price in 2025, but multiple models suit different needs.

Vietnam’s ‘Red Rain’ heads to Oscars: A dream too far or a bold first step?

The announcement that Red Rain will represent Vietnam at the Oscars is being seen by some as a meaningful milestone and by others as mere symbolism.

Vietnam’s e-commerce forecast to hit USD 28 billion in 2025

Vietnam’s B2C e-commerce is expected to grow 25.5% in 2025, driven by video shopping and AI tech.

Secret Garden brings timeless melodies to Vietnam for the first time

Legendary duo Secret Garden will perform live in Hanoi, a milestone for Vietnam’s chamber and symphonic music audience.

iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple Watch Series 3 enter Apple’s vintage list

More than five years after launch, Apple’s iconic iPhone 11 Pro Max and Watch Series 3 are now considered “vintage.”

To bring experts home, Vietnam must offer meaningful problems and recognition

Dr. Dinh Thanh Huong shares how her journey abroad started with encouragement from former Vice President Nguyen Thi Doan - and how Vietnam can inspire global experts to return.

Vietnamese ao dai culture month launched in Europe

Vietnam’s ao dai takes center stage in Europe this October with shows, seminars, and cultural gifting campaigns.

Parents fault Hanoi schools for late decision during major flooding

Families were left scrambling as heavy rain flooded streets and schools, with officials criticized for slow response.

Homes flattened, lives lost: The human toll of Typhoon Bualoi

Typhoon Bualoi has left dozens dead and missing, flattening homes and sparking deadly tornadoes in northern provinces.

Typhoon Bualoi breaks all records, leaves Vietnam in a spiral of destruction

With unprecedented speed, tornadoes, and devastation, Typhoon Bualoi shattered forecasts and plunged thousands into poverty.

Hanoi tops Vietnam’s innovation index for third straight year

For the third consecutive year, Hanoi has topped the provincial innovation index, followed by Ho Chi Minh City, Quang Ninh, Hai Phong and Hue.

CMC Telecom secures 3 CREST accreditations, redefining cybersecurity in Vietnam

CMC Telecom becomes the nation’s first to attain three core CREST certifications, supporting 3,000+ clients with top-tier security.

Hanoi floods leave office workers sleeping at their desks

Widespread flooding across Hanoi has led many office workers to spend the night in their offices rather than wade through treacherous waters to get home.

Police raid home of Facebook charity organizer amid fraud allegations

Police in Dien Bien province have conducted a search of the home of 39-year-old Nguyen Manh Tuan, a social media user known for organizing charity campaigns, following allegations of misusing donations.

Join VietNamNet in supporting central Vietnam after storm No.10

Back-to-back storms have devastated central VN. Homes, schools, and crops lie in ruins. Even the most resilient people have been pushed to their limits. Now, more than ever, they need the nation’s compassion and solidarity to rebuild their lives.

Tropical depression tracking west, could enter East Sea as storm No. 11

A low-pressure area east of Luzon Island in the Philippines has intensified into a tropical depression and may soon strengthen into a storm as it tracks westward into the East Sea in the coming days.