The secret water-tank bunker of Ma Tam Nhung in HCMC

Located at one end of Tran Xuan Do Street in Vung Tau Ward in HCMC, Ma Tam Nhung’s (Mother Tam Nhung) house was once a revolutionary base operating deep within enemy-controlled territory, featuring a unique secret bunker.

Young wife heals paralyzed husband in An Giang with love

For nearly five years, a young wife in An Giang has started each day by helping her husband with personal care, feeding him breakfast, taking him out for sunlight, and lifting him onto rehabilitation equipment.

30kg soldier returns from the battlefield, walks 10km to find his beloved

Carrying his frail body back from the battlefield, despite extreme weakness, Khoi still walked 10km to find the woman he loved. The wartime love story of the U90 veteran couple has moved many people.

Hanoi’s red jellyfish dish stuns foreign traveler with its texture and taste

Not only impressed by its vibrant presentation, a foreign visitor was also surprised to discover how an ingredient that can cause irritation is skillfully transformed into a refreshing summer delicacy in Hanoi.

Hanoi wastes social-housing land fund despite large revenues: inspectors

Despite collecting a large amount of money from the 20-percent land fund, Hanoi has yet to invest in building social housing at 10 projects where land was allocated.

Rooftop solar helps business households save up to VND20 million monthly

Besides providing a stable power supply, rooftop solar systems have also enabled many business households to significantly reduce electricity costs, with some cases saving up to VND20 million per month.

Single mom marries blind street vendor, faces shock after wedding

Just one day after her wedding, a single mother received a call from her husband’s ex-girlfriend, a moment that left her stunned.

Dao people protect forests through ancient rituals

The Khoi Kem ceremony (Forest Opening) of the Dao people in the highland commune of Duong Hoa (Quang Ninh) not only marks the beginning of the production season but also serves as a "sacred convention" to protect the forest.

U50 bride proves love can bloom at any age

After 28 years of leading a solitary life, taking various jobs to raise her child to adulthood, a woman in her 40s has finally found her happy harbor.

The people who carry hope across mountain villages

In remote villages across Vietnam, ethnic affairs officials and respected community figures serve as steady “keepers of the flame.”

Vietnam moves to consolidate grassroots administrative units

Vietnam is set to reorganize villages and residential groups, aiming to reduce administrative layers and improve efficiency at the grassroots level.

Why Japan’s Prime Minister chose Vietnam for key policy speech

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to visit Vietnam and deliver a major foreign policy address on the development of the “Free and Open Indo-Pacific” (FOIP) initiative, reflecting the country’s growing strategic importance in the region.

Strong frontline fuels hopes for Vietnam’s national team

Coach Kim Sang Sik currently has at his disposal a remarkably strong attacking lineup for the Vietnam national team. Yet, that strength does not automatically guarantee a solution to the long-standing challenge of scoring goals.

Hybrid cars surge in Vietnam as fuel-saving demand grows

Vietnam’s automobile market is witnessing a strong surge in hybrid vehicles, both in terms of quantity and quality, as more fuel-efficient and increasingly affordable models continue to enter the market.

Can iPhone Ultra turn foldables into Apple’s next big hit?

Expectations for the iPhone Ultra - Apple’s first foldable iPhone - are running exceptionally high. Many believe the device could push foldable phones into the mainstream and quickly dominate the market.

Ho Chi Minh City launches US$11 billion push to reshape urban future

A wave of mega infrastructure projects signals a bold step toward transforming the city into a global megacity.

Politburo calls for relocation from flood-prone Mekong areas

On behalf of the Politburo, Standing member of the Secretariat Tran Cam Tu has signed Conclusion No. 26 on preventing and addressing land subsidence, erosion, flooding, drought, and saltwater intrusion in the Mekong Delta for the 2026–2035 period.

Bac Ninh woman crowned Mrs Earth Vietnam 2026

Standing at 1.7 meters tall and fluent in both English and Chinese, Nguyen Khue Thu has been crowned Mrs Earth Vietnam 2026, marking a defining milestone in her personal journey.

How overseas Vietnamese can verify mobile subscriber information

Vietnamese citizens living abroad can now complete subscriber verification quickly through mobile apps without returning home.

President To Lam appoints five new ambassadors

On the afternoon of April 28, at the Presidential Palace, General Secretary and President To Lam presided over a ceremony to hand over appointment decisions to five Vietnamese ambassadors assigned overseas.

Proposed tax relief for small businesses set for next week

Vietnam’s government is set to issue a decree next week proposing to raise the taxable income threshold for household businesses and individuals from VND500 million to VND1 billion per year (US$41,000).

Japan’s Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae to visit Vietnam

At the invitation of Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, Japan’s Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae will pay an official visit to Vietnam from May 1 to 3.

Vietnam prioritizes technology transfer in rail partnerships

For Vietnam’s North - South high-speed railway project, Standing Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc has stressed that selecting partners must be tied to a fundamental condition: technology transfer to Vietnam.

A new alliance aims to reshape Vietnam’s publishing landscape

The Vietnam Reading Alliance aims to promote reading culture, raise publishing standards and build a modern industry rooted in knowledge for sustainable development.

Dong Nai proposes metro extension to Long Thanh airport

Dong Nai is seeking approval for a major metro extension project linking HCMC with its new administrative center and Long Thanh International Airport.