Apple plans biggest Siri transformation in nearly 15 years

After years of criticism over its AI progress, Apple appears ready to launch a major counteroffensive with a redesigned Siri at the heart of iOS 27.

Bac Ninh celebrates centuries-old mud-field ball contest

Recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage, the Water Ball Wrestling Festival continues to preserve the traditions and aspirations of generations in Kinh Bac.

Strategic technologies must create highly commercialized products

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has said that strategic technology development must result in products that contribute to increasing labor productivity and economic competitiveness.

Hanoi is not just for the exceptional, online debate highlights

Hanoi has buildings that stay lit all night, packed streets, and an ever-bustling pace of life. But behind the facade of a major metropolis are millions of people quietly making a living every single day.

Singapore, Japan and the housing lesson Vietnam cannot ignore

Vietnam's cities are expanding at unprecedented speed, but for many young workers, the dream of stable housing is moving further out of reach.

Ministry official says his car runs well after 10 months of using E10 gasoline

Dao Duy Anh, deputy director of the Department of Innovation, Green Transition, and Industrial Promotion, says that vehicle operation with E10 gasoline has shown no significant difference compared to the use of traditional RON95 mineral gasoline.

Vietnamese face higher risk of cardiovascular disease from high-salt diets

Many Vietnamese retain the habit of eating rich, heavily seasoned, and salty foods. However, consumption of excess salt easily triggers dependence and damages health, particularly cardiovascular well-being.

70-year-old husband drives wife across Vietnam, keeping a youthful promise

Since 2015, Dung and Giang have embarked on numerous cross-country trips together by motorbike. Most recently, the elderly couple successfully conquered the iconic Hanh Phuc (Happiness) Road in Tuyen Quang.

Vietnam’s top leader receives Philippines-based organisations, businesses

General Secretary and President of Vietnam To Lam met with representatives of some organisations and businesses in the Philippines on May 31 afternoon, part of his state visit to the archipelagic nation.

Agro-forestry-aquatic product exports up over 9% in first five months

Vietnam’s agro-forestry-aquatic product exports maintained positive growth momentum in the first five months of 2026, with turnover estimated at 30.69 billion USD, up 9.2% year-on-year.

Hanoi concert celebrates 76 years of Vietnam–Poland diplomatic ties

A special concert titled “The Flow of Music” took place in Hanoi on May 31 to celebrate the 76th anniversary of Vietnam – Poland diplomatic ties.

Ho Chi Minh City brings quality healthcare closer to underserved communities

Ho Chi Minh City is pioneering efforts to expand access to quality healthcare by deploying doctors and extending hospital services to remote and island areas, as part of its push toward universal health coverage.

Top Vietnamese leader pays tribute to President Ho Chi Minh in Manila

The President Ho Chi Minh monument in the ASEAN Garden holds profound historical, cultural, and diplomatic significance, reflecting the friendship between Vietnam and the Philippines, as well as the solidarity within the ASEAN community.

Party and State leader meets Vietnamese community in Philippines

Party Chief, President To Lam commended efforts by the Vietnamese community in the Philippines to integrate into the host society and preserve national traditions at a meeting on May 31.

Vietnam to raise pensions and social security benefits from July 1

Around 3.4 million pensioners and social insurance beneficiaries will receive an 8% increase under the government's latest social welfare measures.

Hanoi proposes $247 million package to support transition to electric vehicles

Residents living within Hanoi's Ring Road 1 area could receive direct financial support and free bus travel under a new proposal promoting electric vehicle adoption.

Bac Ninh launches crackdown on pollution after canal contamination worsens

Residents living along Kim Doi Canal in Bac Ninh say black water, foul odors and thick white foam have become an increasingly serious threat to daily life and public health.

Hanoi drops proposal for outright petrol motorbike ban around Hoan Kiem Lake

Hanoi has proposed a pilot low-emission zone around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter beginning July 1, 2026, but has dropped earlier plans to ban petrol-powered motorcycles outright in the city center.

Party Chief, President To Lam arrives in Manila for state visit to Philippines

General Secretary and President To Lam, his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation arrived in Manila on May 31 afternoon, beginning a state visit to the Philippines until June 1.

Hanoi plans social housing fund for civil servants and low-income renters

A draft regulation under the Capital Law 2026 would allow Hanoi to create a dedicated social housing fund serving social welfare goals and addressing growing urban housing demand.

Traditional medicine empire under investigation over banned dermatology products

Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested two men accused of operating a large-scale network that allegedly produced and distributed banned traditional medicines nationwide under the Bao Thanh Duong brand.

Hanoi revokes land from 24 delayed projects across the city

The Hanoi People's Committee has decided to recover land and terminate 24 non-budget-funded projects that have failed to move forward as scheduled, including several located on prime sites across the capital.

Huong Giang says MGI All Stars is her final pageant after runner-up finish

The Vietnamese beauty queen and transgender icon says she fulfilled every goal she set at MGI All Stars and is ready to move on from pageantry.

Hanoi man fined for posting fake photo of rice popping in extreme heat

A man in Hanoi has been fined 7.5 million VND ($295) after posting a manipulated image on social media claiming that rice grains left under extreme heat had "popped like popcorn."

Vietnam grants amnesty to 133 inmates from high-profile corruption cases

A total of 133 inmates involved in corruption cases monitored by Vietnam's top anti-corruption body are among nearly 10,000 prisoners granted amnesty this year.