Nearly 40 international scientists gathered at the ASEAN Plus Photonics Symposium on April 8 in Gia Lai province to exchange the latest research advances, emerging trends and future prospects in photonics and light–matter interactions.

Vietnamese powerlifter Le Van Cong secured a silver medal in the men’s under-49kg category at the 2026 Asia–Oceania Para Powerlifting Championships, which is underway in Bangkok, Thailand from April 7 to 12.

A flock of spot-billed pelicans (Pelecanus philippensis), a rare and endangered bird species, has reappeared in the Tram Chim National Park, the Mekong Delta of Dong Thap, after a six-year absence, local authorities said on April 8.

Cashless payments have recorded impressive growth from the beginning of this year, with many transaction channels increasing by over 30%, showing a clear shift in consumer payment behaviour, according to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

The fact that proctors entered exam areas to prompt answers and assist students, along with many other cheating behaviors in the VioEdu Arena competition, has raised concerns about the ‘achievement disease’.

Ha Long Carnival 2026 is scheduled for April 25 to May 3, featuring 14 major cultural, sports and tourism events as Quang Ninh province looks to attract about 1.3 million visitors.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has signed Decision No. 626/QD-TTg approving the programme for expansion into international markets for the 2026–2030 period.

The Presidential Office on the afternoon of April 9 held a press conference to announce the 2026 amnesty decision issued by General Secretary and President To Lam.

Vietnam has reached a significant milestone in aviation development, with its first facility officially meeting European standards for aircraft maintenance training.

Travel firms are absorbing higher input costs while rolling out discounts to stimulate demand at Vietnam’s biggest tourism fair.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed that, starting April 30, 2026, all gasoline sold nationwide must be blended into E10 biofuel for use in gasoline-powered engines.

A US tourist has drawn widespread attention online after sharing her experience of receiving an eye examination at Da Nang Eye Hospital for just VND45,000 (approximately US$1.80).

A tropical depression has formed over the Northwest Pacific and is expected to strengthen into a storm within the next 24 hours, though it is unlikely to affect the East Sea.

Cai Luong is currently struggling to regain its standing among other art forms.

Vietnam’s unbeaten streak under Kim Sang-sik impresses, but deeper challenges remain if the team wants to compete at a higher level.

Dang Thanh Duoc secured the first polka-dot jersey after conquering Ngang Pass in stage 7 of the HTV Cup.

Vietnam is considering adjustments to its Criminal Code, aiming to differentiate between profit-driven crimes and those committed without personal gain.

At the invitation of General Secretary and President of China Xi Jinping and his spouse, General Secretary and President To Lam, together with his spouse and a high-level Vietnamese delegation, will pay a state visit to China from April 14 to 17.

Vietnam’s Prime Minister Le Minh Hung chairs the first Government Standing Committee meeting, setting priorities for growth and reform.

The requirement for “substantive growth” by Party General Secretary To Lam at the 2nd Central Conference places macroeconomic stability in its rightful position as the top priority and a red line that cannot be traded off.

Once unsure of his path, Nguyen Nguyen Xuan Vu found his calling at the intersection of chemistry and artificial intelligence.

In a remote village in Quang Tri, a grandmother begins her journey with letters, driven by a quiet determination to change her life.

Revised income criteria aim to include more individuals and families previously excluded from social housing support programs.

Public reactions highlight growing concern over declining artistic standards in Vietnam’s performance scene.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has introduced new regulations detailing how the petrol price stabilisation fund will be advanced, managed and repaid.