Apple's iPhone Duo has entered a foldable smartphone market dominated by Android brands. 

Oppo's rumored Find X10 Ultra could raise the stakes in the 2027 flagship smartphone race with dual 200MP rear cameras, a 100MP selfie camera and an 8,500mAh battery, potentially challenging Samsung and Apple.

More than 40 million passenger journeys on Ho Chi Minh City's first metro line are signaling a shift in commuting habits, as Vietnam's largest city accelerates plans for a rail network spanning over 1,500 kilometers by 2050.

Vietnamese businesses must move beyond low-cost manufacturing to embrace design, technology and regional cooperation if they are to capture more value and withstand growing uncertainty in global supply chains, experts say.

A vegetable seller in southern Vietnam gave away his entire stock to local residents after winning a lottery jackpot worth approximately $380,000, then left the market to collect his prize and return to his hometown.

Apple has rolled out iOS 27.2, addressing more than 160 security vulnerabilities in iPhones, including flaws that could expose sensitive personal information. Users are being urged to install the update promptly.

The Hanoi People’s Court on October 26 began the trial of 188 defendants in a $60.4 million investment fraud case involving Pho Duc Nam, known as Mr Pips, that affected more than 900 investors.

Vietnam is considering larger graphic warnings on cigarette packaging, a move the Health Ministry estimates could reduce the number of smokers by more than 815,000 over six years.

Despite holding two bachelor's degrees and senior leadership positions, South Korean executive Choi Chang Young has returned to university in Vietnam to pursue an MBA.

As one of the local shrimp farming pioneers 25 years ago, Dang Van Bay (Bay An) transitioned to a closed-loop high-tech farming model in 2017. 

Samsung may launch the Galaxy S27 series in January 2027, with premium models potentially receiving next-generation RAM and storage technology. However, rising component costs could push prices higher.

A decade after UNESCO recognized VN's Mother Goddess worship as intangible cultural heritage, its growing popularity has brought renewed concerns over commercialization, extravagant rituals and practices that risk undermining its spiritual values.

As rice plants begin forming grain heads, the Gio Lang subgroup of Vietnam’s Ba Na people gathers for Et dong, a bamboo rat festival that brings families home and carries prayers for abundant harvests.

Before spending hours folding, unfolding and admiring Apple's new foldable iPhone, owners of the nearly $2,700 iPhone Duo should take seven essential steps to protect their investment and make the most of its features.

Along the coast of Nghe An Province in central Vietnam, a humble fish is transformed into a distinctive Tet delicacy, curled into a ring, steamed and smoked over sugarcane husks for a rich aroma and golden color.

Reports of iPhone Duo displays cracking along the hinge within hours of use are raising questions about the durability of Apple's $2,000 foldable phone, as limited supplies could complicate efforts to replace affected devices.

As electric two-wheelers gain popularity in Vietnam's capital, older apartment buildings are struggling with limited parking space, inadequate electrical systems and fire safety concerns. Battery-swapping scooters could offer a practical alternative.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs convened a national conference on October 26 to work out new strategic requirements for diplomacy and put into practice the foreign policy.

With key forwards struggling for fitness and Dinh Bac suspended for the opening two matches, Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik faces growing pressure to develop alternative attacking options before the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.

With over 115 member organisations worldwide, GS1 provides standards for consistent product identification and information sharing. 

A photo exhibition entitled “World Heritage Sites of Vietnam” opened in Hanoi on October 26, ahead of Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23) and Vietnam Culture Day (November 24).

The Standing Board of the Central Steering Committee for Foreign Affairs and International Integration convened its first meeting in Hanoi on October 26 under the chair of General Secretary and President To Lam.

The Canada-Vietnam Cultural and Educational Council (CVCEC) is expanding Vietnamese language classes across Canada by combining in-person teaching with online learning, helping young people preserve their mother tongue and national cultural identity.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Greece Pham Thi Thu Huong visited Ioannina on October 23-24 to boost cooperation between Vietnam and the largest city in northwestern Greece. 

Ho Chi Minh City opened its fourth Green Growth Products & Services Exhibition (GRECO 2026) on October 26 as part of the 2026 Autumn Economic Forum, pitching the event as a platform for green transition and investment.