iPhone 18 Pro Max may debut bold new color in Apple’s Pro history

A new leak suggests Apple could launch the iPhone 18 Pro Max in red from day one - a first for the Pro lineup and a potential turning point in the company’s design strategy.

FPT joins global 6G alliance to advance strategic technologies

By entering a Qualcomm-initiated 6G alliance, FPT aims to strengthen its role in AI-native networks and next-generation digital infrastructure.

A 120-year-old church built with bark and vines

Just 20km from Da Nang’s center, Tung Son Church stands as a rare architectural relic, bound together by lime, tree resin and crushed dodder vine.

Phu Tho woman marries French after a “fateful trip”

Marrying a French husband six years younger, a woman from Phu Tho has found a marriage very different from what she once imagined.

Former Vietnam E-Commerce Association chairman Nguyen Ngoc Dung dies at 56

Nguyen Ngoc Dung, former chairman of the Vietnam E-Commerce Association, passed away at his home on March 3, leaving a lasting legacy in the country’s digital economy.

Kim Sang Sik searching for solutions in Vietnam’s back line

Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik faces a defensive dilemma as injuries and declining form affect key players ahead of the next FIFA window.

Tran Thanh’s “Tho oi!” surpasses VND400 billion at the box office

Despite ongoing controversy, Tran Thanh’s latest Tet release remains unbeaten, crossing the VND400 billion milestone.

Police raid Hanoi apartments, bust gang posing as Japanese police

Authorities in Hanoi dismantled a cross-border cybercrime group accused of impersonating Japanese police officers to defraud victims of billions of dong.

Fearing supply shocks, Dung Quat urges limits on crude exports

Amid escalating Middle East tensions, BSR has proposed prioritizing domestic crude supply to safeguard production and national energy security.

Vietnam positions cuisine as core national tourism product

To build a national culinary brand, Vietnam must align heritage, the food and beverage industry, and artisan standardisation—laying the groundwork for greater global presence and the elevation of Vietnamese cuisine as a tourism icon.

More than 70 scholars judge National Book Awards

With nearly 400 titles submitted, this year’s awards reflect growing participation and a commitment to transparency and quality.

Vietnam courts roll out digital litigation procedures from March 1

Vietnam allows defendants and litigants to file appeals and submit court documents online under Resolution 01/2026, effective March 1.

Sacombank names Nguyen Duc Thuy as Chief Executive Officer

The State Bank of Vietnam has approved the appointment of Nguyen Duc Thuy as CEO of Sacombank, marking a new phase in the lender’s restructuring roadmap.

Large private banks aim to maintain high credit growth in 2026

In a recent forecast for 2026, Vietcombank Securities Company projected credit growth across the entire banking sector of around 16 to 18%, exceeding the SBV’s 15% target.

Earth Hour 2026 launch event rescheduled

The launch ceremony of a nationwide campaign that calls on all citizens to use energy economically and efficiently in response to Earth Hour 2026 will be held on the morning of Saturday, March 21, instead of March 7 as initially planned.

When the state economy must truly become a pillar

As global shocks intensify, Vietnam is urged to position its state sector at key economic arteries to preserve resilience and long-term competitiveness.

Gov’t plans to borrow 37 billion USD, repay debts of 20 billion USD in 2026

The Government has approved a plan to borrow a maximum of nearly 970 trillion VND (nearly 37 billion USD) and repay debts worth some 535 trillion VND (20.33 billion USD) this year.

Legal framework set up for domestic carbon exchange

The carbon credit exchange will operate under a centralised model subject to strict state supervision, with tradable assets including greenhouse gas emission quotas and eligible carbon credits.

Durian boom puts Vietnam on track for global lead

With off-season prices surging and export turnover accelerating, Vietnam is forecast to surpass Thailand to become the world’s largest durian exporter in 2026.

Vietnamese agricultural products restructured to affirm global standing

In recent years, the sector has shifted from a production-oriented mindset to an agricultural economic approach. Instead of focusing mainly on output, it now prioritises quality, added value and brand building.

Hanoi sets roadmap to electrify 100% of taxis by 2030

Hanoi has announced a clear timeline to phase out all gasoline and diesel taxis, aiming for a fully electric and green-powered fleet within the next five years.

Samsung casts doubt on Galaxy S26 Edge and Z TriFold 2

After unveiling the Galaxy S26 lineup, Samsung surprised many by confirming the uncertain future of two once heavily rumored devices: Galaxy S26 Edge and Galaxy Z TriFold 2.

Six educators and students receive Le Van Thiem Mathematics Prize 2025

The Vietnam Mathematical Society has announced the winners of its highest honor, recognizing remarkable contributions to teaching and academic excellence.

VN exporters face rising costs, delays as Middle East tensions disrupt Red Sea

Vietnamese companies are reporting higher logistics, insurance and raw material expenses due to escalating Middle East tensions, prompting revisions to financial plans, pricing and delivery schedules for forthcoming orders.

Foreign visitors try carpentry and mat weaving in 500-year-old village

These days in Hoi An, foreign visitors are delighting in hands-on experiences of carpentry and mat weaving at Kim Bong, a craft village with a history spanning more than 500 years.