A Russian bride was surprised when relatives presented her with gold jewelry at her wedding in Quang Tri, a tradition far removed from Russian weddings, where cash is the more common gift.

Prosecutors have proposed a prison sentence of 12-13 years for Nguyen Ba Hoan, former Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA – now part of the Ministry of Home Affairs) for receiving bribes under Article 354 of the Penal Code.

Vietnam remains resolute in preventing origin fraud and the illegal transshipment of goods, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang said on August 20.

Dak Lak province is seeking UNESCO Global Geopark recognition for Phu Yen Geopark to preserve its rich geological, natural, cultural and historical heritage.

Vietnam welcomes and hopes that China will continue to simplify visa procedures for Vietnamese citizens entering China, said Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang at the ministry’s press briefing on August 20.

The Consulate General of Vietnam, in coordination with Vladivostok authorities and the Vietnam Friendship Association in Russia's Primorye region, held a flower-laying ceremony on August 19.

Vietnam's tourism industry is stepping up efforts to capture demand during the five-day National Day holiday, with businesses rolling out more diverse and personalised domestic travel products.

A delegation from the State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV), led by Deputy State Auditor General Bui Quoc Dung, held talks with the Czech Supreme Audit Office (SAO) in Prague on August 20.

The National Assembly convened a plenary session on August 21 to discuss policy orientations for amendments to the 2024 Land Law and the 2023 Housing Law as part of the agenda of its first extraordinary sitting.

A military transport aircraft is set to carry 7,104 biological samples from the remains of war martyrs from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi for DNA testing, as part of efforts to identify fallen soldiers whose identities have yet to be determined.

The Government Office has issued Official Dispatch No. 8452/VPCP-CN, conveying Standing Deputy PM Pham Gia Tuc’s directions to the ministries of construction, finance, public security and national defence on strengthening civil aviation safety.

Hanoi will turn its landmark heritage sites and public spaces into a vast stage for art and culture during the 10-day Thang Long-Hanoi Festival this September.

Vietnam's National Competition Commission has stepped in following consumer complaints about Bamboo Airways ticket refunds after flight cancellations.

The tourism industry is shifting from developing individual destinations to building connected journeys, with localities sharing resources, markets and value.

Hanoi authorities have explained plans to move an iconic wartime monument from the Ba Kieu Temple grounds to the Hanoi Capital Command.

Northeastern Vietnam faces days of heavy rain as a tropical depression over the Gulf of Tonkin strengthens and repeatedly changes direction.

The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to debut next month with a host of upgrades, including at least three notable design changes.

In-form striker Xuan Son and two Vietnam teammates will start the ASEAN Cup final with clean disciplinary records as the champions prepare for Thailand.

Vietnam’s construction waste has increased fivefold in 15 years, yet much of the concrete, brick, mortar and soil being discarded could potentially be recycled and returned to the construction industry.

New Chinese approvals promise greater opportunities for Dak Lak durian growers, but officials are warning that Vietnam’s booming production must now focus on quality.

Vietnam is considering dropping the third subject from public high school entrance exams, a move that could ease pressure and costs but is also raising concerns that students may neglect subjects that no longer determine admission.

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 FE has reportedly been revealed in extensive leaks, pointing to a 120Hz display, 50MP main camera, 4,900mAh battery and seven years of software support. But much of that sounds very familiar.

From Friday prayers to evening Quran lessons, a mosque in central Ho Chi Minh City offers a window into the faith, culture and community life of Cham Muslims.

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Max is shaping up to be one of its biggest flagship upgrades in years, with leaks pointing to a variable-aperture camera, 2nm A20 Pro chip, larger battery, new C2 modem and a major AI overhaul.

Vietnam is heading toward a warmer-than-normal winter as El Nino strengthens, disrupting rainfall, storms and seasonal weather patterns across the country.