UNESCO, countries welcome Vietnam-led cultural initiative

The UN General Assembly on September 4 proclaimed 2027–2036 the International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development.

Farm produce goes online, opening wider market access

With abundant agricultural resources, localities across Vietnam have favourable conditions to expand markets through e-commerce.

Bat Trang pottery village preserves heritage in digital age

Amid increasingly modern production methods, artisans in Bat Trang pottery village in Hanoi still carefully shape clay, draw patterns, and apply glaze by hand before firing their products.

Legal profession reshaped in age of artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) is bringing rapid changes to the way information is accessed, case files are processed and legal services are delivered.

Myanmar President pledges to facilitate Vietnamese investment

Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing affirmed his commitment to facilitating Vietnamese investment projects in Myanmar, while giving high priority to promoting trade and investment ties between the two countries.

PM urges turning strategic commitments into concrete action

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung attended and delivered a speech at the 2026 Vietnam-Japan Local Cooperation Forum in Hue city on September 6.

Math student barely enters med school, graduates as valedictorian

Nguyen Minh Hien, a former math-specialized student in Thanh Hoa, once considered herself merely lucky to scrape into Hanoi Medical University (HMU). Six years later, she has graduated as the valedictorian of the entire institution.

Woman builds strong marriage with 1.2m husband, overcoming 16-year trial

A woman from Thanh Hoa has built a resilient marriage with her 1.2m-tall husband, relying on empathy, patience and unwavering commitment as a wife and mother.

Hanoi traveler recalls traumatic car crash on West Asian mountain pass

Having visited over 40 countries, Ha Huy Hieu, from Thanh Hoa living in Hanoi, has experienced his share of memorable incidents, including a harrowing car crash on a snowy pass in Georgia.

Math-prodigy twins secure entry to top university's elite program

Twin brothers Nguyen Tri Hien and Nguyen Tri Hau have been admitted to the University of Natural Sciences, VNU-HCMC, to study in the mathematics and computer science program.

WTE tariff framework needs realistic cost assumptions to unlock investment

The Electricity and Renewable Energy Authority is seeking comments on the 2026 electricity generation price framework for waste-to-energy (WTE) plants, with a proposed ceiling price of VND2,378.39 per kWh, down 7.64 percent from 2025.

After 70-fold expansion, Vietnam needs new drivers for high-income goal

Vietnam has maintained average annual GDP growth of 6.4 percent, twice the global average. To achieve its goal of becoming a high-income country, it will need new growth drivers.

Outbursts by celebrities online are red flags for unprofessional behavior

For artists and celebrities, livestreams are not only a way to interact with audiences but also a fertile channel for boosting income through product sales and brand partnerships.

10 iconic and packed pho eateries in Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem ward

Hoan Kiem Ward has long been a central hub for Hanoi's most famous and crowded beef and chicken pho eateries. Many of these establishments have been lauded by international media, drawing large numbers of foreign tourists.

Hanoi woman turns 40-year-old earthen house into homestay

After falling for Lo Lo Chai’s tranquility, a young Hanoi mother left city life behind to transform a decades-old earthen house into a mountain homestay.

Vietnam education minister calls for shift away from scores

Vietnam’s education minister says schools and families must look beyond grades and focus instead on genuine progress, capabilities and the well-rounded development of students.

A pivotal shift in Vietnam’s ethnic minority education

New schools and support policies are reshaping ethnic minority education in Vietnam, with the focus shifting from basic access to learning quality and future opportunities.

Vietnam student builds startup while still in third year at PTIT

What began as research in a university AI lab has become a real business for third-year PTIT student Pham Van Thanh, offering incoming students a glimpse of what can happen when learning meets action.

iPhone 18 Pro Max tipped for 3 major upgrades ahead of launch

The iPhone 18 Pro Max is set to make its official debut next week, potentially bringing three major changes that have been rumored in tech circles for years.

Rooftop solar: Lam Dong leads Vietnam in power output, Hanoi trails

More Vietnamese households are turning to rooftop solar to take greater control of their electricity supply and cut power bills. But where in Vietnam can rooftop systems generate the most electricity?

Apple’s budget MacBook Neo 2 could become a serious Air rival

Apple’s budget MacBook could become far more capable in its second generation, with leaks pointing to an A19 Pro chip, 12GB of RAM and stronger on-device AI.

Vietnam star Duy Manh has successful meniscus surgery in US

Vietnam defender Do Duy Manh has successfully undergone meniscus surgery in the US but now faces six to nine months of rehabilitation before returning to competitive football.

Thailand waits on Swedish defender ahead of Vietnam showdown

Madam Pang and Thailand are awaiting a decision from Swedish defender Eric Kahl ahead of their FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 clash with Vietnam on September 29.

Miss World final: Eritrea surges ahead, Bao Ngoc ranks 44th

Snit Habteab, Eritrea’s first-ever Miss World representative, is leading the fan vote and could secure a direct place in the final top 6. Vietnam’s Bao Ngoc currently ranks 44th.

Truong Sa children begin new school year far from mainland

Teachers and pupils on four islands in the Truong Sa Special Zone joined millions across Vietnam in celebrating the start of the 2026-2027 academic year.