AI boom fuels higher PC and smartphone prices through 2027

AI's growing appetite for memory chips is squeezing supplies for consumer devices, with analysts warning that higher prices are likely to persist.

Thailand defeat Vietnam to win ASEAN U18 women's volleyball title

Thailand edged Vietnam in a thrilling final to lift the 2026 ASEAN U18 women's volleyball championship, although the visitors pushed the hosts throughout the match.

Vietnam's Ha Linh finishes second runner-up at Miss Multicultural World

Myanmar's Soe Myintzu Lwin was crowned Miss Multicultural World 2026 at the pageant's grand finale in Hanoi, where contestants from 20 countries and territories competed for the title.

Vietnam and China bring together more than 90 artworks in Hanoi

An exhibition featuring more than 90 artworks has opened in Hanoi, bringing together artists from Vietnam and China through a shared appreciation of landscape, culture and tradition.

DANAFF talent incubator connects Vietnam and Asia's filmmakers

This year's DANAFF Project Incubator is bringing together emerging filmmakers, industry veterans and international experts to help develop new film projects and strengthen regional collaboration.

Vietnam reports unprecedented rectal transection case

Vietnamese surgeons have treated what they describe as an exceptionally rare case of complete rectal transection, with no established treatment protocol reported in either Vietnam or international medical literature.

BAT Vietnam expands women's empowerment program to border communities

Building on encouraging results from earlier phases, BAT Vietnam is extending its Women's Empowerment initiative to provide more women in border communities with access to capital, training and economic opportunities.

Police crack down on armed youth groups across Hanoi

Hanoi police have detained multiple groups of teenagers found carrying weapons, gathering for illegal street racing and engaging in violent clashes as authorities step up efforts to restore public order.

Vietnam eyes harsher criminal sanctions for food safety violations

The Politburo has outlined a broad overhaul of Vietnam's crime prevention strategy, including proposals for harsher penalties for food safety offenses and stronger early-warning systems.

Vietnam dispatches special relief flight to earthquake-hit Venezuela

A special Vietnam Airlines flight departed early on June 29 carrying rescue personnel, search dogs and emergency supplies to Venezuela following the country's devastating earthquake.

Hanoi reveals ambitious 100-year vision with nine growth hubs

Hanoi officially unveiled its 100-year master plan on June 29, outlining nine strategic growth hubs and a long-term vision designed to remove development bottlenecks and attract new investment.

CMC joins Hanoi's push to develop digital government and AI City

Hanoi and CMC Corporation have launched a five-year partnership to accelerate digital transformation, AI adoption and innovation through a series of concrete projects aimed at building a smarter capital.

Vietnamese rescue team heads to Venezuela with one mission: Save lives

Having previously led rescue missions in Türkiye and Myanmar, Major General Pham Van Ty now heads another Vietnamese military deployment to support earthquake victims in Venezuela.

Buying diamonds means ‘taking a loss' as market is in turmoil, stores close

One jewelry store recently closed noted: “Once you buy a diamond, you will lose money.” A gemstone expert echoed that observation, saying that diamonds typically depreciate over time. Confidence in the luxury product has been shaken.

Fuel prices plunge, but risk rises again as tax breaks near expiry

Fuel prices have fallen sharply from their peak levels and are now only VND603-4,255 per liter higher than prices before the outbreak of geopolitical conflict in the Middle East.

Child car-seat sales remain sluggish ahead of new deadline under new law

Despite the fast-approaching deadline for enforcement, the market for child car seats remains quiet.

Japanese student completes international-standard medical program in Vietnam

The first doctors trained under VinUni's international-standard medical curriculum have officially graduated, marking a milestone for medical education in Vietnam.

Vietnam and France use shared history to promote peace through museums

The Dien Bien Phu Battlefield Historical Site continues to hold a unique and symbolic place for the Vietnamese people, the international community and Vietnam-France relations.

Xuan Son embraces new leadership role ahead of ASEAN Cup 2026

Newly appointed Vietnam vice captain Nguyen Xuan Son says lifting the ASEAN Cup trophy remains his top priority, even as he targets the tournament's Golden Boot award.

DNA campaign rekindles hope for families of Vietnam's fallen soldiers

Hundreds of families in central Vietnam are taking part in a DNA collection campaign aimed at identifying unknown martyrs.

Reorganization of villages in highlands is causing staffing challenges

The restructuring of villages in several highland communes and ethnic minority areas of Quang Ngai is facing difficulties in selecting personnel, as many party cell secretaries and village heads do not yet meet qualification standards.

Deputy PM Nguyen Van Thang appointed head of Vietnam's price steering committee

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has signed a decision restructuring the membership of Vietnam's Price Management Steering Committee, appointing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang as its head.

Vietnam dispatches military and police rescue teams to earthquake-hit Venezuela

Vietnam has dispatched military and police rescue teams, including search dogs, engineers and medical personnel, to assist Venezuela following a devastating earthquake that has claimed more than 1,400 lives.

Lightning sparks overnight forest fire in northern Vietnam

A forest fire broke out in a protected forest on Cao San Mountain in Vietnam's northern province of Ninh Binh after a lightning strike on the evening of June 27, local authorities said.

Northern Vietnam braces for flooding as tropical depression forms

Northern Vietnam is expected to face two rounds of heavy rain over the coming week, while a tropical depression has a 70% chance of entering the East Sea from July 1, weather authorities said.