Beatification ceremony for Father Francis Xavier Truong Buu Diep set for July 2

The beatification ceremony for Father Francis Xavier Truong Buu Diep will take place on July 2 at Tac Say Parish in Ca Mau Province, presided over by Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of the Vatican.

Vietnam seeks longer fuel tax relief to keep prices stable

Vietnam may continue fuel tax incentives through September under a new proposal aimed at avoiding sudden price shocks and supporting businesses.

EVN questions the cost-effectiveness of solar power with batteries

The debate over battery storage is becoming central to Vietnam's energy transition as policymakers weigh higher investment costs against long-term grid benefits.

The mystery of Ninh Binh’s never-drying ‘dragon eye’ hidden in a mountain

Deep inside a cave atop Dinh Mountain in Ninh Binh lies a small pool of crystal-clear water that has never been known to run dry.

Ho Chi Minh City marks 50 years of growth and transformation

Officials and experts gathered in Ho Chi Minh City to reflect on five decades of development while exploring policies to support the city's ambitions as a global megacity.

iPhone 18 Pro models tipped to hit record-high prices

Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models may become its most expensive smartphones as production costs continue to climb.

Beyond raw volume: new enterprises cultivate Mekong wealth

Pioneering models like Sok Farm are shifting the narrative from low-value raw production to organic global e-commerce. They prove that with the right approach, the Mekong can turn local resources into true prosperity.

Vietnam's $7.8bn railway project delayed despite early construction

Several sections of Vietnam's flagship railway project are under construction, but unresolved site clearance issues continue to delay broader implementation.

Sacred village ceremony keeps Ba Na cultural heritage alive

Through gongs, ritual offerings and communal celebration, the Ba Na people's Sơma Kocham ceremony preserves generations of cultural memory while expressing hopes for peace, prosperity and abundant harvests.

A few minutes of rest after 40 hours battling wildfire touches many

A photograph of a veteran forest ranger resting for just a few minutes after more than 40 hours battling a wildfire in central Vietnam has struck an emotional chord, revealing the human cost of protecting the country's forests.

Woman fined after exercising on active railway tracks in Lang Son

A viral video of a woman exercising on railway tracks prompted police in Lang Son to investigate and impose an administrative fine.

Vingroup wins final German court ruling over defamatory online content

Germany's Higher Regional Court in Frankfurt upheld an earlier judgment in favor of Vingroup in a defamation case.

A priest’s journey of faith through free ambulance rides

For years, Father Nguyen Xuan Phuong has put his faith into action, helping the sick and disadvantaged through a volunteer ambulance service and community charity work.

Why do Vietnamese game startups set up overseas despite global success?

Vietnamese developers generate billions of game downloads worldwide, yet most legal games in Vietnam are foreign-made and many startups choose Singapore over Vietnam.

Birthday in mourning: children sing for Mom at Dad’s funeral

The moment when children in mourning clothes and white headbands sang happy birthday to their mother at their father’s funeral left viewers heartbroken.

Galaxy S27 Ultra faces tough choice between power and price

Samsung may face a difficult decision for the Galaxy S27 Ultra - absorb soaring chipset costs, raise prices or sacrifice some performance to keep the flagship competitive.

Bui Quang Huy re-elected First Secretary of Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union

The 13th National Congress of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union for the 2026-2031 term on the morning of June 25 announced the newly elected Secretariat of the Youth Union Central Committee.

Vietnam opens 13th National Youth Union Congress

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam attended the opening session of the 13th National Congress of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union on June 25.

Hanoi student tops three elite literature entrance exams

Dang Huyen Anh has emerged as the top literature candidate in Hanoi after leading admissions to three of the city's most prestigious specialized high schools.

Vietnam's achievements offer valuable lessons for Venezuela

Vietnamese Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung paid an official visit to Venezuela from June 23-24, holding talks with senior leaders and reaffirming both countries' commitment to strengthening their longstanding friendship and Comprehensive Partnership.

Government tells HCMC to unlock stalled flood control megaproject

The Vietnamese Government has affirmed that Ho Chi Minh City has full authority to resolve outstanding issues and must bring its nearly VND10 trillion (about US$385 million) tidal flood control project into operation during 2026.

CMC chairman urges transparent mechanism for strategic tech missions

CMC Chairman Nguyen Trung Chinh has called on the Government to establish a transparent mechanism for assigning national strategic technology missions, arguing that unclear implementation remains the biggest obstacle.

Vietnam may extend special flight privileges to senior Party leader

A proposed decree would extend access to state special aircraft services to an additional senior Party leadership position.

China's stricter rules reshape Vietnam's fruit export strategy

Although China remains Vietnam's largest and most promising export market for fruit and vegetables, future growth will depend less on expanding production at all costs and more on improving quality and adding value.

La Van Cau, one of Vietnam's first People's Armed Forces Heroes, passes away

National war hero La Van Cau, whose battlefield bravery became part of Vietnam's modern history, has died aged 94.