Apple's 20th anniversary could bring its biggest iPhone lineup yet

Apple is rumored to be preparing its most ambitious iPhone lineup yet, with as many as six new models expected to debut during the iPhone's 20th anniversary year in 2027.

Vietnam collects over $58.8 billion in state revenue in first half

Vietnam's State Treasury has collected nearly two-thirds of its planned annual budget revenue while continuing to accelerate public investment disbursement.

Vietnam minister meets Pope Leo XIV's envoy after historic beatification

Minister Nguyen Dinh Khang reaffirmed Vietnam's commitment to religious freedom during talks with Cardinal Luis Antonio Gokim Tagle, Pope Leo XIV's special envoy.

Vietnam's film industry is ready to produce Hollywood-scale blockbusters

Industry experts believe Vietnam's rapidly expanding film sector, backed by growing resources and talent, is poised to make a major leap toward producing blockbuster films on the scale of Hollywood.

Vietnam updates rules on state special flights

A new decree that took effect on July 1 revises Vietnam's regulations on special flights for senior state and Party leaders.

HCM City starts recovery of fallen soldiers' remains at Le Thi Rieng Park

The search forms part of Ho Chi Minh City's 500-day campaign to recover and identify the remains of unidentified martyrs.

PM orders ministers to take full responsibility for data quality

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has stressed that ministers must personally oversee and take full responsibility for the development of national and sector-specific databases, ensuring both their quality and effectiveness.

Vietnam attracts $34.65 billion in FDI as Thai Nguyen tops new investment

Strong manufacturing investment helped Vietnam attract $34.65 billion in FDI during the first half of 2026, led by Thai Nguyen and Singaporean investors.

Vietnam reports cleaner air after nearly 1 billion liters of E10 sold

Vietnam's nationwide transition to E10 gasoline has reached nearly one billion liters in sales, alongside signs of improved air quality and nearly 300 consumer feedback reports.

Vietnam leaders discuss growth strategy at June Government meeting

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam attended the Government's regular June meeting and a nationwide online conference between the Government and local authorities on the morning of July 4.

Typhoon Maysak nears northern Vietnam as Quang Ninh braces for strongest winds

Typhoon Maysak, the first named storm to affect Vietnam this year, moved toward the northern coast on Saturday, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and rough seas to the Gulf of Tonkin as authorities warned residents to prepare for dangerous weather.

Domestic car production hits record as Vietnam's new vehicle supply surges

The number of new vehicles entering Vietnam's automotive market reached a record high in June, with domestically manufactured cars continuing to outnumber imported vehicles by a wide margin.

Hunt continues for foreign mentor behind Mr Pips' US$60 million fraud network

The foreign "mentor" is believed to have taught Pham Duc Nam, better known as Mr Pips, the sophisticated methods used to orchestrate 920 fraud cases that allegedly defrauded victims of more than VND1.568 trillion (US$60 million).

Police dismantle major gambling rings worth nearly US$75 million

Police in Ninh Binh, Can Tho and Da Nang have dismantled several large-scale gambling and football betting networks with total transactions estimated at nearly VND2 trillion (about US$75 million).

Vietnam intensifies probe into holiday contract fraud scheme

Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security has expanded its investigation into an alleged holiday contract fraud network, pledging to recover as much of the victims' money as possible while urging the public to remain vigilant.

South Korea camp offers Vietnam decisive ASEAN Cup rehearsal

Vietnam's three friendly matches in South Korea will provide stern challenges while giving head coach Kim Sang Sik valuable opportunities to fine-tune his squad ahead of the 2026 ASEAN Cup.

The two sides of Foreign Direct Investment in Vietnam

For many years, FDI has been a major advantage for Vietnam. But in the new phase, FDI cannot merely be an advantage in terms of capital, jobs, and exports. The country needs to transform FDI into enhancing the capability of Vietnamese businesses.

Owners of cafes react to rule requiring copyright fees to play music

From July 1, music copyright fee collection at coffee shops and restaurants will follow a new rate. While owners support the policy, they remain concerned about the procedures and implementation.

Heirs of banking tycoons step into the spotlight

After decades of growth, many billion-dollar private conglomerates founded by Vietnamese entrepreneurs are entering a new phase of succession, gradually passing leadership and wealth to the next generation.

Beating cancer for 33 years: a woman’s story of survival and hope

In 1992, T.T.T. contracted breast cancer. After treatment, she has sustained her life for 33 years thanks to a healthy lifestyle.

Vietnam plans higher student loans for disadvantaged youth

Vietnam plans to expand student loan support, raising borrowing limits and widening eligibility to help ensure financial hardship does not prevent young people from pursuing higher education.

Pickup-truck owners welcome new rules as market is tipped for revival

The regulation, taking effect on July 1, lifts major travel restrictions for the vast majority of pickup trucks on numerous routes.

Vietnam enters upper-middle-income group after decades of reform

Vietnam has officially joined the World Bank's upper-middle-income group, marking a major milestone after nearly four decades of economic reforms and opening a new chapter in its journey toward becoming a high-income economy by 2045.

PNJ Lab case puts Vietnam's diamond certification sector under scrutiny

The arrest of PNJ Lab's former director in a diamond smuggling investigation has drawn attention to the crucial role certification laboratories play in Vietnam's jewellery market.

Miyazaki expands cooperation with Vietnam's mountainous provinces

Vietnam and Japan's Miyazaki Prefecture are seeking deeper cooperation in education, high-tech agriculture, youth exchanges and sustainable development for ethnic minority communities.