Nguyen Ngoc Thuy, known as Shark Thuy, chairman and general director of Egroup and Egame, was prosecuted for charges of “fraudulent appropriation of property” and “giving bribes”.

Singapore’s United Overseas Bank (UOB) has raised its forecast for Vietnam’s GDP growth in 2026 to 9.2% from 8.5%, following stronger-than-expected third-quarter performance and upward revisions to first-half figures.

Vietnam condemns the recent attacks on civilian infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, which have caused civilian casualties and threatened regional and global peace and stability. 

Rising above Trau Hill in Do Vinh ward, Khanh Hoa province, the red-brick Po Klong Garai towers preserve centuries of Cham architectural artistry and remain a sacred site where the Cham community maintains traditional rituals and cultural heritage.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism launched the Vietnam Cultural Industries Development Network and announced 17 cultural development initiatives for 2026 on October 12.

Vietnam’s para-sports team have settled into its accommodation in Japan and begun training ahead of the Asian Para Games 2026, with the aim of winning gold.

The second session of the 16th National Assembly (NA) is scheduled to open on the morning of October 17 and close on November 21, with approximately 30 working days, Vice Chairman of the NA Office Nguyen Van Hien said.

Three international exhibitions opened in Hanoi on October 13, showcasing technologies and investment opportunities across manufacturing, precision engineering, electronics, semiconductors, and processing and packaging.

Apartment price growth in Ho Chi Minh City and neighbouring areas slowed in the third quarter of 2026, as buyers became more selective based on their financial capacity. 

Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang hosted an official welcome ceremony for his Cambodian counterpart, General Tea Seiha, in Hanoi on October 13.

Hanoi has climbed five places in global mobile internet rankings, making it the world's fifth-fastest city for mobile internet.

From centuries-old manuscripts in Son La to classrooms in Vietnam's northern mountains, five Hanoi high school students are using AI to help preserve the traditional script of the ethnic Thai community and bring it into the digital age.

Vietnam has nearly 22,000 international students, but officials lack a breakdown by study level, making it harder to gauge the country's appeal as a higher education destination.

Housing remains unaffordable for most Vietnamese, including workers and some civil servants, while social housing construction falls short of targets and unsold property inventories rise, Deputy PM Pham Gia Tuc said.

Tuition at Vietnam's major universities ranges from under $700 to more than $10,000 a year, depending on the course and program, with international partnerships often costing far more than standard degrees.

The used luxury-car market is facing a severe slump, with many nearly-new models seeing price cuts from hundreds of millions to billions of VND without finding buyers.

With key players sidelined by injuries, Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik may recall experienced internationals and test fresh talent in November friendlies as he prepares his squad for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.

Cheap imported pork has yet to displace fresh pork on Vietnamese dining tables, but it is finding a market in industrial kitchens and processed food products.

Drylab AI, a startup founded by three Vietnamese entrepreneurs, has raised $3 million to develop AI agents that help laboratories and pharmaceutical companies retain scientific knowledge and learn from past experiments.

Vietnam is hosting the 90th meeting of the ASEAN Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation in Da Nang from October 13 to 15, bringing together regional officials and experts to advance research cooperation and emerging technologies.

A strong El Nino is expected to shorten southern Vietnam's 2026 rainy season and reduce rainfall, with temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City and surrounding areas potentially exceeding 38°C during the peak dry season in 2027.

Several popular cafes in Hanoi's old apartment buildings have closed or relocated, highlighting growing challenges over commercial use, parking, aging infrastructure and the impact on residents.

Starting as a software company, FPT has grown into a technology group with a global customer network. 

Hanoi is bringing its ancient heritage to life through 3D mapping, contemporary performances and nighttime tours, creating new cultural experiences and boosting its creative economy.

Apple-authorized retailers in Vietnam have reduced prices of the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, with discounts exceeding $115 on some models as consumers weigh older flagship devices against the latest releases.