From islands to the Mekong: Four escapes in southern Vietnam

Southern Vietnam has no shortage of options for the September 2 break, from tropical islands and fruit orchards to cruises along the Mekong.

Thailand target Vietnam defence as Hudson plots comeback

Thailand coach Anthony Hudson insists his team have discovered ways to hurt Vietnam and will travel to My Dinh with only one objective: victory.

Vietnam teachers and students get free access to Canva’s AI tools

Canva is offering its AI-powered teaching and lesson-design tools free to teachers and students across Vietnam, while more than 30,000 educators will receive AI training by year-end.

12 big iPhone 18 Pro upgrades Apple fans are waiting for

The iPhone 18 Pro may look familiar on the outside, but a smaller Dynamic Island, 2nm processor and satellite 5G could make this one of Apple’s biggest upgrades in years.

Vietnam eyes rental housing push to meet demand for 1 million homes

Demand for rental housing in Vietnam has surpassed one million units, prompting a policy shift that could open a new chapter for the country’s property market.

Vietnam eye ASEAN Cup glory with 1,316-day unbeaten run against Thailand

Thailand are talking up their chances in the ASEAN Cup 2026 final, but Vietnam head into the decisive return leg with the advantage in results and confidence, as well as a 1,316-day unbeaten run against the “War Elephants.”

HCM City starts new school year with 2.62 million students

HCM City will welcome more than 2.62 million students in 2026-2027, up over 96,000, as its education system grapples with shortages while shifting away from exam-driven teaching.

Vietnam eyes new solar pricing as Hanoi offers household incentives

Hanoi households could receive subsidies for rooftop solar and batteries, while national regulators are considering a new approach to solar power pricing that better reflects local conditions.

Vietnam approves 30% tax cut for millions of small businesses

Nearly all household businesses in Vietnam will qualify for a 30% tax reduction after the National Assembly approved new relief measures for 2026 and 2027.

Vietnam keep feet on ground with ASEAN Cup glory in sight

A 2-0 lead has put Vietnam within touching distance of the ASEAN Cup 2026 title, but Kim Sang Sik's players are treating the return leg against Thailand as if the final were still level.

Typhoon Narra moves away from Vietnam, changes course again

Typhoon Narra is moving away and weakening, bringing a sharp drop in rainfall across northern Vietnam. Floodwaters are also receding on many rivers, although some in Bac Ninh remain at the highest warning level.

Vietnam races to link ethnic, religious databases by Sept. 20

Officials have been told to resolve technical and data bottlenecks quickly as Vietnam works to integrate its ethnic affairs and religious databases with the National Data Center by Sept. 20.

Vietnam brace for daunting Japan clash at Asian volleyball event

Vietnam’s women face their toughest test yet against Japan in their final group-stage match at the 2026 Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship.

Vietnam adds Quang Ninh and Bac Ninh to its centrally governed cities

Quang Ninh and Bac Ninh have been approved for city status, expanding Vietnam’s network of centrally governed municipalities.

Asian media take notice of Vietnam’s 18-year-old volleyball star

Vietnam’s 18-year-old outside hitter Pham Quynh Huong is attracting growing attention at the 2026 Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship in China.

Nguyen Quang Thieu dismissed as Vietnam Writers’ Association chairman

The Vietnam Writers’ Association Executive Committee has announced the removal of poet Nguyen Quang Thieu as its president for the 2020-2025 term.

Valedictorian graduates with 4.0 GPA and multiple contest wins

Tran Ky Anh balanced a perfect 4.0 GPA with research, entrepreneurship contests and MC work, proving to himself that academic success extends far beyond textbooks.

Vietnam team could receive $760,000 for ASEAN Cup triumph

Vietnam are in line for a major financial windfall if they beat Thailand in the second leg of the final and successfully defend their ASEAN Cup title.

Vietnam durian surge triggers supply glut warnings and price drops

Vietnam's durian production is expected to soar to 2.08 million tonnes this year, prompting authorities to warn of a potential supply glut and falling prices for the country's billion-dollar fruit.

Expert advocates dual-use design to safeguard VN’s blue economy

Professor Carl Thayer has outlined three strategic priorities and four dual-use tactics for Vietnam's maritime future, ranging from offshore wind platforms serving as radar networks to high-tech digital ports,

iPhone 18 Pro Max tipped for four colors, but one stands out

Apple is expected to give the iPhone 18 Pro Max four color options this year, but a new Dark Cherry finish could become the defining look of the generation.

Swiss woman in Vietnam devotes herself to adopted children at Maison Chance

After traveling overland to Vietnam at the age of 19, a young Swiss woman experienced unexpected encounters that led her to forego marriage, dedicating her life to her adopted Vietnamese children.

Search at HCMC park uncovers 26 more fallen soldiers’ remains

The search for fallen soldiers at Le Thi Rieng Park continues to yield discoveries, with 26 more sets of remains recovered on Aug. 24.

Risking all on arranged marriage, Vietnamese woman finds happiness

At 19, Le Thi My Nuong, a Mekong Delta woman took a leap of faith and married a Korean man 20 years older after spending only hours together.

V-League 2026/27 kicks off Sept. 4 with $361,000 prize pool

The LPBank V-League 2026/27 season will kick off on Sept. 4 with several changes, from a new visual identity and foreign-player rules to promotion and relegation, alongside a total prize pool of VND9.5 billion (about US$361,000).