Vietnam launches classical music society to build a modern ecosystem

The establishment of the Vietnam Classical Music Society marks a strategic move to develop a modern, sustainable ecosystem for classical music in the country.

Number 1 teams up with Den to inspire bold, passionate lives

Passion and perseverance define the collaboration between Den and Number 1, as they spread a powerful message to Gen Z.

To unplug or not to unplug: The truth about laptop battery charging

It’s a never-ending question for laptop users: should you unplug the charger as soon as the battery hits 100%, or is it fine to keep it plugged in?

Vietnam opens doors to global startups under new national strategy

Vietnam is inviting foreign startups to establish operations in the country and grow into unicorns in the near future.

Vietnam plans tighter control over law and medical education programs

With over 90 institutions offering law degrees and 30 training doctors, Vietnam faces a challenge: how to regulate these critical fields?

Young Vietnamese urged to lead AI transformation at HEF 2025

At the HEF 2025 Autumn Economic Forum, youth leaders and tech experts call for bold Vietnamese participation in shaping the AI future.

Vietnam faces shortage of high-quality AI workforce

To master artificial intelligence (AI), Vietnam must cultivate a team of experts who not only understand the technology deeply but can also tackle complex problems. Yet such talent remains scarce in the country.

Vietnam opens select casinos to eligible local players under pilot program

A new resolution permits eligible Vietnamese to enter casinos in Phu Quoc, Ho Tram, and Van Don under strict pilot regulations.

Da Nang can lead Vietnam’s creative industries with its unique assets

Da Nang is the only city in central Vietnam that owns both rich heritage and advanced technology - two key “treasures” for developing its cultural industries.

Gas-powered motorbikes to face time-based ban in Hanoi’s central districts

From July 1, 2026, Hanoi will implement time-based restrictions on gasoline motorbikes within the city's innermost Ring Road 1 zone.

Government presses for transparency in 2025 Tet bonus planning

The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued an official dispatch requesting provincial and city-level Departments of Home Affairs to report on wage, bonus, and labor relations conditions in businesses ahead of the 2026 Lunar New Year.

Typhoon Koto takes a twist: Slowing down and shifting track

Typhoon Koto has intensified to Category 12 and is now moving more slowly, shifting directions erratically in the East Sea. Forecasters say cold air will weaken the storm within days.

When hope returns: A program that walks with Covid-19 orphans

In the wake of Covid-19, a heartwarming program is helping children turn grief into resilience through long-term, personal support.

Can you take an IP68-rated iPhone swimming? Not really

IP67, IP68, IPX8 - what do these water-resistance ratings actually mean? And does an IP68 label on your iPhone or Galaxy mean it’s safe to take them swimming?

Child car seats surge in demand, parents fall into price ‘matrix’

Child car seats, once a niche segment, has become a vibrant market as the penalty regulation takes effect on January 1, 2026.

A golden meadow in Quang Ninh: ‘Little Da Lat’ enters its dreamiest season

Phoenix Peak in Vang Danh Ward, Quang Ninh Province, is now entering its most beautiful season of the year - its rolling grasslands ablaze in golden hues and its pine-studded slopes drawing visitors in search of calm and scenic escapes.

Actors’ scandals have led to public boycotts, financial losses for film projects

Personal controversies and scandals involving actors have caused damage to film projects in which they have been involved as the public has boycotted some of these films.

Hanoi construction dept addresses rampant abuses in social housing policies

Hanoi has asked the police to review, discover and handle unethical agents exploiting the process of filing applications for buying, renting or renting-to-own social housing.

Math teacher reflects on commitment that kept him in education for decades

As a mathematician and a teacher, Le Ba Khanh Trinh, a former IMO special prize winner, says he has always kept his passion for maths and teaching.

Black Friday discounts up to 80% still fail to attract shoppers

Many fashion stores in Hanoi are offering discounts of up to 70-80 percent for Black Friday, yet customer traffic remains low.

Driver detained after fatal crash in Lang Son kills four

Police in Lang Son have launched a criminal case and detained the driver of the seven-seater SUV involved in a deadly collision.

Worker transport bus overturns in Tay Ninh, over 10 hospitalized

Dozens of workers in Tay Ninh province endured a terrifying ordeal when the shuttle bus they were riding unexpectedly flipped onto its side, sending more than ten people to the hospital with injuries.

Typhoon Koto slows down, could linger over East Sea for nearly 6 days

Typhoon No. 15 (Koto) weakens its speed but may intensify and prolong its presence in the East Sea through December 1.

Vietnam’s Party chief to visit Laos, attend 50th National Day celebrations

At the invitation of General Secretary & President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith and his spouse, General Secretary To Lam and his spouse will pay a state visit to Laos and attend the ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the country’s National Day.

Cold air complicates storm Koto’s path, 80% chance it won’t make landfall

Meteorologists predict storm Koto will weaken at sea, but Central Vietnam must stay alert for rain and landslides.