'Zero Meets Hero' nears $7.6 million as new Vietnamese films hit theaters

“Zero Meets Hero” continued its unbeaten run at the Vietnamese box office over the weekend, while “Len huong,” featuring “Red Rain” actress Ha Anh, is preparing to hit theaters.

New rugged phone has a detachable action camera unlike an iPhone

A new rugged smartphone is turning heads with an unusual feature that lets users detach its main camera and use it independently like a GoPro-style action camera.

Ede people pray for abundance in a centuries-old ritual

Amid the fields, a small stilt house and bamboo granary rise beneath hanging wind chimes, creating the sacred setting for the Ede people’s prosperity ritual in Dak Lak.

NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man welcomed in Seoul on official South Korea visit

South Korean National Assembly Speaker Cho Jeong Sik hosted an official welcome ceremony for Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and a high-ranking delegation in Seoul on the morning of Sept. 7.

Vietnamese athletes to receive extra cash for Asian Games medals

Vietnamese athletes who win medals at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 will receive government-mandated rewards as well as additional cash bonuses from sponsors.

Early cold spell to hit northern Vietnam, East Sea faces storm risk

Northern Vietnam is set for its first cold spell of the 2026-2027 season several days earlier than usual, while forecasters are tracking a tropical system that could strengthen into a storm.

Vietnam stocks plunge, but Pham Nhat Vuong holds global top-60 spot

Vietnam’s stock market suffered a sharp reversal on Sept. 7, but Vingroup founder Pham Nhat Vuong retained his place among the world’s 60 richest people with a $37.8 billion fortune.

Vietnam’s VTVgo takes a major step toward becoming a super app

Powered by AI and Big Data, VTVgo The Next represents Vietnam Television’s ambition to turn its streaming platform into a comprehensive digital ecosystem for Vietnamese families.

Russian honor guard welcomes Vietnam’s Party Chief, President To Lam in Moscow

A Russian honor guard held a ceremonial parade at the airport to welcome General Secretary and President To Lam, his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation.

Vietnam U20 captain apologizes to fans after Asian qualifiers exit

Vietnam U20 captain Nguyen Quoc Khanh has apologized to fans and the 2009 generation after the team failed to achieve its goal in the 2027 AFC U20 Asian Cup qualifiers.

Hanoi Jazztival 2026: Where jazz, heritage and the city meet

Hanoi Jazztival 2026 is closely tied to the capital’s cultural industry strategy and its commitments as a member of UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network.

Two senior officials appointed deputy inspectors general of Vietnam

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has appointed Dong Thap Chairman Pham Thanh Ngai and Hue Police Director Nguyen Thanh Tuan as deputy inspectors general of the Government Inspectorate.

At 92, Hanoi collector lives among treasures gathered over 70 years

Since his 20s, Vuong Dinh Que has traveled through Hanoi’s alleys and neighboring villages in search of beautiful old wooden pieces, building a collection spanning seven decades.

Vietnam calls on KOLs to become anchors of trust in the AI era

With AI-driven misinformation pushing online trust to a 15-year low, more than 1,000 KOLs are being called on to become “anchors of trust” and help defend the truth.

Dark Cherry iPhone 18 Pro Max may be Apple’s best-looking yet

The Dark Cherry iPhone 18 Pro Max is drawing intense attention after a series of leaked photos and videos of demo units surfaced, revealing a deep cherry-red finish that looks distinctive, sophisticated and striking.

From Russia and France partnerships to Vietnam’s technology ambitions

Prof. Tran Hong Thai shares his perspective on Vietnam’s science and technology cooperation with two partners possessing significant strengths: Russia and France.

Driver’s kind gesture to foreign tourists wins praise in Vietnam

A ride-hailing driver in Da Nang encouraged a family of foreign tourists to cancel their trip and stay to watch the Dragon Bridge breathe fire, winning widespread praise and a flood of “hearts” on social media.

Hanoi unveils Hoan Kiem Lake redevelopment vision with new landmarks

Hanoi has unveiled conceptual plans for a major transformation of Hoan Kiem Lake and its surrounding area, featuring expanded public squares, a nine-story government building, an international financial tower and new symbolic landmarks.

iPhone 18 Pro tipped for major gaming boost with new A20 Pro chip

Apple’s A20 Pro chip is expected to become a key weapon for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, two flagship models tipped to debut at the company’s Sept. 9 event.

Vietnam’s tech sector contributes $2.47 billion to state budget

Vietnam’s technology and telecommunications sector ranked fifth among the country’s biggest contributors to the state budget, paying about $2.47 billion, led by Viettel, VNPT, FPT and VNG Group.

Galaxy S27 Ultra tipped for powerful Exynos 2700 upgrade

Samsung’s next Ultra flagship could come with an unexpected weapon: the Exynos 2700, a homegrown chip reportedly delivering stronger benchmark performance than Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon.

Vietnamese engineer joins volunteer fire brigade in Japan

Quang Ngai-born engineer Huu Qui has become the first Vietnamese member of a volunteer fire brigade in Japan’s Toyama City.

Vietnam–France relations: From cooperation to co-creation

Vietnam–France relations are at a turning point, with an opportunity to enter a new phase built on “co-creation” rather than cooperation.

Foreign capital seeks stronger foothold in Vietnam through M&A

Rather than building new facilities from scratch, many foreign investors are acquiring stakes in Vietnamese companies to gain faster market access.

Miss World 2026 promotes Vietnamese culture, tourism

The 73rd Miss World pageant, just held in the central coastal province of Khanh Hoa, has helped promote Vietnamese culture and tourism, with contestants from around the world showcasing the beauty of ao dai (traditional Vietnamese long dress).