Vietnam busts massive online scam ring, repatriates 74 suspects from Cambodia

Vietnamese police raided fraud hotspots in Cambodia and are now interrogating suspects linked to hundreds of billions of dong in losses.

Vietnam launches press center for 14th National Party Congress

Vietnam opened its modern press center ahead of the 14th Party Congress, welcoming nearly 700 domestic and international reporters.

Minister Dao Ngoc Dung awarded Third-Class Labor Medal

In recognition of his leadership in a nationwide effort to eliminate makeshift housing, Minister Dao Ngoc Dung received one of Vietnam’s highest labor honors.

Quang Ninh gears up for landmark concert with 50,000 in attendance

The show, celebrating the 14th Party Congress and the Lunar New Year, will serve as a platform to elevate Vietnam’s cultural brand.

iPhone 18 leak reveals Apple’s bold step toward all-screen future

Apple is narrowing the gap between standard and Pro models, equipping even the entry-level iPhones with LTPO 120Hz screens.

Hai Phong begins construction of three new IPs worth over $750 million

Hai Phong has officially launched three large-scale industrial park (IP) projects, marking a significant political and economic milestone as the city prepares to welcome the 14th National Party Congress.

Ho Chi Minh City unveils bold plan for northern science-tech hub

Ho Chi Minh City is repurposing a billion-dollar former provincial tower into a research and innovation core for its future tech-driven economy.

Flawed parking policies are barrier to modern retail growth

Inflexible hourly fees for parking are creating unnecessary pressure and driving consumers away.

Institutional reform: General Secretary requires turning mindset into ‘action’

There are moments in a nation’s developmental history when thinking suddenly shifts like an unexpected yet inevitable turn.

Decades of dedication: Grandma’s $1 meals win hearts in Hanoi alley

At 81, Do Thi Huong still rises at dawn to cook and serve meals at her one-square-meter “count-the-dishes” food stall in Ba Dinh District.

A forgotten Hanoi village of French villas and fading grandeur

Once famed for its wealth and tailor shops, Cuu Village now draws visitors with its vintage charm and colonial architecture.

In Ca Mau, a claw-shaped dried shrimp is making waves as a luxurious Tet gift

Combining aesthetic appeal and rich flavor, this handcrafted dried shrimp is putting Ca Mau on the map of Tet gift-giving traditions.

Poor village thrives after developing community-based tourism

Kho Muong, a remote village in Pu Luong commune, has undergone a dramatic transformation as residents joined hands to develop community tourism.

Finance minister calls for mindset shift, clearing bottlenecks to spur growth

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) reported that Vietnam’s economy maintained positive growth momentum in 2025, with GDP at 8.02 percent, inflation under control, and state budget revenue exceeding estimates by nearly 35 percent.

Century-old home in Hanoi transformed into vegan dining experience

A unique vegan culinary space located in a house built in the 1920s on Chau Long Street (Ba Dinh District, Hanoi) is drawing in crowds of both locals and foreign visitors.

Street food surprise: Hue’s Nam Pho noodle soup wows foreign tourists

It only cost 20,000 VND - a humble bowl of soup from a small eatery in Hue - but to Steph and Chris, two travelers from Canada, it was a “flavor explosion.”

Two grooms celebrate lavish wedding with family blessings and golden gifts

Supported by relatives, two men tied the knot in a traditional, heartfelt ceremony.

The silver-haired gym warrior of Saigon

Despite his white hair and beard, Ung A Paul, a 71-year-old man in Ho Chi Minh City, continues to hit the gym and practice sword dance four hours a day - drawing admiration wherever he goes.

Beyond high salaries: what truly anchors global talent in Vietnam

In the global war for talent, money is merely the entry ticket; what retains top-tier professionals is not their bank balance, but heart.

Ethnic Thai specialty becomes hot New Year gift, shipped 500km to Hanoi

Made from humble ingredients, this vibrant and crispy treat from Dien Bien has become a beloved snack and New Year gift across Vietnam.

Cybercriminals to increasingly exploit deepfakes for scams in 2026

Cybercrime is forecast to make extensive use of deepfake technology in 2026, creating highly realistic images, videos and voices.

New calculation methods used in HCMC’s 2025 growth data after merger

A new feature in the growth figures of the GRDP of HCMC in 2025 is the appearance of two calculation methods, one of which is related to oil and gas.

Resolution 68 and the challenge of enabling the “flying geese paradigm”

Resolution 68-NQ/TW issued by the Politburo in 2025 has placed the private sector in its proper position in Vietnam’s economic development structure.

Vietnam’s Mekong wild greens shine in Ca Mau’s iconic hotpot

Made with countryside fish, fresh coconut water and “free” wild vegetables, Ca Mau’s signature lau mam keeps travelers coming back for its deep, balanced taste.

Ministry tightens brokerage rules to curb housing prices, boost transparency

The Ministry of Construction (MOC) has noted that housing and real estate prices have increased in recent years largely because of price manipulation by speculators and brokers, creating artificial markets.