Vietnam steps up efforts to track down corruption suspects abroad

On the morning of December 9, the Legal and Judicial Committee of Vietnam’s National Assembly called on the government to strengthen efforts to encourage voluntary surrender and pursue suspects who have fled abroad.

SEA Games twist: Vietnam U22’s semi-final hopes boosted by Indonesia loss

Vietnam U22 received a significant boost in their SEA Games 33 campaign after defending champions Indonesia U22 unexpectedly fell 0-1 to the Philippines on the night of December 8.

Chinese man sentenced to 17 years in Vietnam for kidnapping fellow national

A Chinese man and three accomplices have been sentenced to up to 17 years for kidnapping and demanding ransom in Vietnam.

Foreign expert urges strategic push to advance Vietnam’s blockchain ecosystem

Vietnam has the youth, talent and digital readiness for blockchain. Now it needs a global outlook and better collaboration, says an international expert.

Hanoi goes fully digital for land data procedures

Starting today, all procedures for requesting land information and data in Hanoi must be completed online, with no in-person submissions accepted.

Hanoi ranks among world's top 10 most polluted cities this afternoon

Hanoi's air quality index reached 174 by 2 PM, placing the city among the 10 most polluted in the world today.

Chief Justice explains why judges of Specialized Court can be foreigners

Chief Justice Nguyen Van Quang has submitted to the National Assembly a draft Law on the Specialized Court at the International Financial Center.

Explore Hanoi’s artisan villages on a one-day cultural journey

Take a one-day cultural tour to explore Hanoi’s artisan villages, from tailoring to inlay art.

Vietnamese education urged to shift from trend-chasing to core values

Rather than merely adapting to trends, Vietnam’s education system must build long-term foundations for human development, said experts at a recent national conference.

A 100-year-old Hanoi house preserves four generations of memories

In the tranquil village of Cuu, an 80-year-old man devotes his life to preserving a family heirloom: a century-old house rich with Vietnamese-French heritage.

Delegates call for climate-focused poverty programs and stronger insurance

Vietnam’s National Assembly debates new rural development, poverty relief, and climate resilience funding.

Vietnam’s stock market enters its strongest transformation in a decade

After nearly three decades of development, Vietnam's capital market is undergoing sweeping reforms, setting the stage for global integration.

Vietnam eyes metro technology autonomy with insights from China and South Korea

South Korea’s breakthrough in rail technology and China’s self-sufficient metro maintenance model offer important insights for Vietnam as it works to develop a modern and sustainable urban rail system.

Vietnam’s digital tech hubs yield $10 million per hectare annually

Vietnam’s focused digital technology zones now boast a revenue yield of $10 million per hectare annually, marking them as key drivers of the digital economy.

Vietnam proposes allowing citizens aged 21 and over to enter casinos

Under a new draft decree, eligible Vietnamese aged 21 and older may be allowed to enter and play at casinos, with fewer administrative hurdles.

Christmas rush: Catholic wood carving village in Vietnam works around the clock

As Christmas approaches, wood carving workshops in Xuan Truong commune, Ninh Binh province are entering their busiest time of the year.

Ho Chi Minh City seeks ‘super policy’ to attract global-scale investors

To lead Vietnam’s growth, Ho Chi Minh City is pushing for new policies that go far beyond current frameworks.

Mother of twins gives birth after miracle 13-hour hand reattachment surgery

Vietnamese woman delivers healthy twins just days after a world-first surgical feat that reattached her severed hand - previously grafted to her leg for two months.

Vietnam’s most stunning athletes to watch at SEA Games 33

From volleyball stars to sharpshooters, these talented and radiant Vietnamese women are ready to captivate the region’s biggest sports stage.

Google issues urgent Android update to fix actively exploited vulnerabilities

Google has just released a major security update for Android, addressing over 100 vulnerabilities across the ecosystem. Alarmingly, at least two of these flaws are already being actively exploited in real-world attacks.

Galaxy S26 ushers in new era with Exynos 2600 and custom chips

Samsung is preparing a bold leap for the Galaxy S26, a shift that could define the future of its flagship series.

Hanoi student joins global elite with perfect SAT score

Nguyen Le Duy achieves a perfect 1600 on the SAT, proving persistence and resilience can rival talent and training.

US Navy ships begin four-day visit to Da Nang with over 2,000 sailors

Two US Navy warships carrying more than 2,000 sailors have docked at Tien Sa Port, launching a four-day goodwill visit to the central Vietnamese city of Da Nang.

Vietnam coach regrets late loss, says Philippines offers no real threat

Coach Mai Duc Chung says Vietnam still has a path to the semifinals after a last-minute loss to the Philippines.

Khanh Hoa investigates dam operations after catastrophic floods

Following devastating floods in late November, Khanh Hoa has launched a police-led investigation into how local reservoirs were operated.