Digital transformation is profoundly reshaping how people practice belief and religion. In response to this wave, governance must evolve swiftly - ensuring freedom of belief while maintaining social stability.

Apple is facing mounting challenges, not only in the present but also in the years ahead, as the global technology industry is swept up in the accelerating wave of artificial intelligence.

The number of cyberattacks in Vietnam may be declining, but the severity of damages is rising sharply, showing that hackers have shifted to target high-value data.

Rising geopolitical risks could quickly impact Vietnam through energy prices, inflation, and global economic volatility.

PM Le Minh Hung has called for maximizing the use of existing government offices and strictly limiting the construction of new headquarters and administrative centers.

Among 23 cabinet members, three female leaders bring extensive experience from local to central roles.

Under the proposal, the environmental protection tax on petrol (excluding ethanol), diesel, aviation fuel, kerosene and mazut will be reduced to zero Vietnamese dong per litre.

The agreements are expected to help further consolidate the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation and strategic cohesion between Vietnam and Laos.

Nearly 40 international scientists gathered at the ASEAN Plus Photonics Symposium on April 8 in Gia Lai province to exchange the latest research advances, emerging trends and future prospects in photonics and light–matter interactions.

Vietnamese powerlifter Le Van Cong secured a silver medal in the men’s under-49kg category at the 2026 Asia–Oceania Para Powerlifting Championships, which is underway in Bangkok, Thailand from April 7 to 12.

A flock of spot-billed pelicans (Pelecanus philippensis), a rare and endangered bird species, has reappeared in the Tram Chim National Park, the Mekong Delta of Dong Thap, after a six-year absence, local authorities said on April 8.

Cashless payments have recorded impressive growth from the beginning of this year, with many transaction channels increasing by over 30%, showing a clear shift in consumer payment behaviour, according to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

The fact that proctors entered exam areas to prompt answers and assist students, along with many other cheating behaviors in the VioEdu Arena competition, has raised concerns about the ‘achievement disease’.

Ha Long Carnival 2026 is scheduled for April 25 to May 3, featuring 14 major cultural, sports and tourism events as Quang Ninh province looks to attract about 1.3 million visitors.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has signed Decision No. 626/QD-TTg approving the programme for expansion into international markets for the 2026–2030 period.

The Presidential Office on the afternoon of April 9 held a press conference to announce the 2026 amnesty decision issued by General Secretary and President To Lam.

Vietnam has reached a significant milestone in aviation development, with its first facility officially meeting European standards for aircraft maintenance training.

Travel firms are absorbing higher input costs while rolling out discounts to stimulate demand at Vietnam’s biggest tourism fair.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed that, starting April 30, 2026, all gasoline sold nationwide must be blended into E10 biofuel for use in gasoline-powered engines.

A US tourist has drawn widespread attention online after sharing her experience of receiving an eye examination at Da Nang Eye Hospital for just VND45,000 (approximately US$1.80).

A tropical depression has formed over the Northwest Pacific and is expected to strengthen into a storm within the next 24 hours, though it is unlikely to affect the East Sea.

Cai Luong is currently struggling to regain its standing among other art forms.

Vietnam’s unbeaten streak under Kim Sang-sik impresses, but deeper challenges remain if the team wants to compete at a higher level.

Dang Thanh Duoc secured the first polka-dot jersey after conquering Ngang Pass in stage 7 of the HTV Cup.

Vietnam is considering adjustments to its Criminal Code, aiming to differentiate between profit-driven crimes and those committed without personal gain.