The paradox of clicking “accept” and the risk of losing control over data

Personal data is the property of each individual, yet in the digital era, users are almost powerless to control their own information after every click on the “accept” button.

Vietnam strengthens appeal to long-term investors

As regional property markets enter 2026 on a more stable footing, Vietnam continues to stand out as a market with solid long-term growth prospects.

Student tops national academic competition, wins 1st prize two years in a row

Vo Thuy Trang, a 12th grader specializing in Biology at the High School for Gifted Students under Hanoi National University of Education, has drawn attention after topping the National Merit Exam in Biology.

Ambassadors, international representatives back Vietnam’s new era breakthrough

International diplomats said they were deeply impressed by the optimism, dynamism and growing sense of happiness evident in the daily lives of the Vietnamese people.

International visitors usher in Lunar New Year in Da Nang with lucky gifts

On the morning of February 17, the first day of the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026, Da Nang joyfully welcomed its first international visitors, offering lucky money, souvenirs and an immersive taste of Vietnam’s Tet atmosphere.

Ha Long Bay welcomes 2,400 cruise guests on first day of Tet

On the morning of February 17, the first day of the Lunar New Year Binh Ngo, 2,400 international visitors arriving aboard two luxury cruise ships became the first guests to set foot in Ha Long Bay in the new year.

AFC sanctions Hanoi Police FC over ineligible players

CAHN (Hanoi Police) FC’s 4-0 victory over Tampines Rovers has been overturned into a 0-3 defeat after the AFC ruled the club fielded two suspended players.

People flock to Hanoi temples to pray for luck on Lunar New Year’s Day

The capital’s ancient pagodas welcomed waves of worshippers on Tet’s first day, where tradition, faith and festive joy blended in the early spring air.

Mega infrastructure projects shaping Vietnam’s economic future

Airports, high-speed railways and deep-sea ports are expected to power Vietnam’s journey toward industrialization by 2045 and Net Zero by 2050.

Nine defining milestones of Vietnam’s auto industry in 2025

A year of record sales, electric momentum and strategic shifts marked 2025 as a turning point for Vietnam’s automotive market.

How Vietnam mastered Thailand in a year of red dominance

Two stunning victories in Bangkok - one at senior level, one at U23 - confirmed Vietnam’s rise. The secret lies beyond tactics, in belief and unity.

Racing with sacred flames into the new year

As the clock strikes the New Year, young men in Dang Chuong village sprint from the communal house, carrying sacred flames to welcome luck and peace.

Midnight pilgrimage to the Mother Goddess shrine

At the exact moment when the old year gives way to the new, hundreds of residents of Tien Huong village in Vu Ban commune, Ninh Binh province, eagerly carry trays of offerings to Phu Day to pray for good fortune.

Crowds gather at Hanoi’s pagodas to welcome the new year

Thousands flock to sacred sites across the capital at midnight and on the first day of Tet (Lunar New Year) to pray for peace, prosperity and good fortune.

A warm Tet under one shared roof for the lonely elderly

Amid the bustling rhythm of the year’s final days, in a quiet corner on the outskirts of Hanoi, a shared roof gently keeps the flame of spring alive for elderly people and children with nowhere else to turn.

When Tet music splits into triumph and turmoil

As V-pop enters Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026, one side surges with creativity and brand-backed hits, the other struggles under “low effort” labels.

“Buy salt at the beginning, lime at the end”: A Tet tradition explained

The age-old saying reflects a deep philosophy about renewal, harmony and the cyclical view of time in Vietnamese culture.

General Secretary To Lam to visit the US for Peace Council meeting

At the invitation of US President Donald Trump, General Secretary To Lam will travel to the US to attend the inaugural session of the Peace Council on Gaza from February 18 to 20.

Asian nations light up to welcome Lunar New Year 2026

Across Asia, cities burst into color and sound as communities usher in the Year of the Horse with dazzling performances and heartfelt traditions.

Apple tests clamshell foldable iPhone alongside book-style model

While the first foldable iPhone is expected to adopt a book-style design, insiders reveal Apple is also testing a compact clamshell concept behind closed doors.

Credit quota reform, tighter capital rules may widen gap among banks

Plans to gradually remove long-standing credit growth quotas while introducing Basel III capital rules could reshape the banking system and widen the gap between stronger and weaker lenders, according to S&P Global Ratings.

VN has potential to reshape Southeast Asia’s economic rankings: Foreign media

Recently, foreign media have shared positive sentiment on Vietnam’s economic prospects, praising the country’s impressive growth as it moves toward becoming a top economy in Southeast Asia.

Tet Book Street Festival welcomes Spring with knowledge, renewed thinking

The 2026 Lunar New Year Book Street Festival officially opened on February 15 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Hanoi offers free parking, public transport during Lunar New Year

In a bid to facilitate travel and leisure activities for residents and visitors during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, Hanoi has introduced a series of free parking sites and public transport.

Vietnamese communities abroad celebrate Lunar New Year 2026

Vietnamese communities around the world have been celebrating the Lunar New Year (Tet) with cultural events that highlight traditional customs, strengthen community bonds, and introduce Vietnamese heritage to international friends.