Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk visited Vietnam's historic Hoi An Ancient Town on October 24, paying tribute to Polish architect Kazimierz Kwiatkowski, whose preservation work helped protect some of the country's most treasured heritage sites.

Vietnam's government is proposing policies to encourage a shift away from fossil fuel-powered vehicles as part of amendments to environmental legislation aimed at reducing traffic emissions and improving urban air quality.

Wanting to become a single mother after the breakdown of her marriage, a 36-year-old woman spent more than two years looking for a man willing to donate sperm and meet the requirements for the sample to be stored in a sperm bank.

A $1,999 iPhone Duo reportedly developed a crack along its inner folding display less than six hours after its owner received the device in Australia, raising concerns about the durability of Apple's new foldable smartphone.

From cameras and perfume to reusable water bottles, everyday items are on the prohibited list for BIGBANG's October 24-25 concerts at My Dinh Stadium in Hanoi, leaving fans scrambling to rethink what to pack.

Vietnam is considering higher student loan limits and lower interest rates as more than 360,000 borrowers, including master's and doctoral students, carry nearly $1 billion in outstanding state-backed education loans.

Vietnam's government has proposed a national culture card to help students, low-income households and other eligible groups access cultural products and services, as part of a broader bill aimed at developing the country's cultural industries.

On October 8, Hanoi Drama Theatre staged The Legend of Hoan Kiem Lake, the standout production in the Moments series of cultural industry events. 

Hanoi will host the first Global Craft Village Preservation and Development Festival at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel from November 13–16, with around 200 international delegates from more than 50 countries and territories.

General Secretary and President To Lam met with Speaker of the Senate Vincent Blondel and President of the House of Representatives Peter De Roover on the afternoon of October 23 as part of his official visit to Belgium. 

Japanese Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is strengthening Vietnam’s manufacturing capacity and accelerating the green transition, as more Japanese companies expand production and adopt sustainable industrial solutions. 

In Thai Nguyen province, Red Dao women are working to preserve their centuries-old embroidery and weaving traditions, passing down intricate craftsmanship amid growing concerns over its survival.

Ho Chi Minh City launched a 24/7 hotline on October 22 to report child abuse, violence and illegal child labour, while also providing support for women experiencing violence or abuse.

Quang Trung University in Vietnam is preparing to install Quandela's MosaiQ photonic quantum computer, marking a milestone in technological cooperation between France and Vietnam and opening new opportunities for quantum research and education.

An ancient brick tomb dating to the third century AD was discovered during school construction in Ninh Binh Province. Its vaulted chambers and surviving burial objects offer clues to the region's history nearly 1,800 years ago.

Explorers have surveyed a giant sinkhole in Vietnam's Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, revealing a 120-meter-deep cavity with a floor stretching 250 meters, ancient trees and unusual geological formations.

HCMC plans to implement 87 projects worth VND142.34 trillion to address flooding at 50 locations by 2030. 

Digital technology can bring spectacular effects to the stage, but the heart of a performance still lies in the artist's talent and emotion. For Vietnam's theaters, the challenge is to embrace innovation without losing their artistic identity.

Vietnam's technology exchanges list 62,548 technologies for sale but only 750 buying requests, exposing a major gap between research and market demand and prompting calls for closer industry-academia cooperation.

Budget milk tea shops selling drinks for as little as VND7,000-9,000 (27-34 US cents) a cup are rapidly appearing along several streets in Hanoi, intensifying competition in the capital's beverage market.

Apple's first foldable iPhone is drawing scrutiny over heat buildup during video calls, gaming and camera use. While some reviewers report discomfort and performance drops, others say its cooling system performs reasonably well.

More than 73% of initial cyber intrusions exploit user behavior, legitimate accounts or phishing tactics, according to Microsoft's latest security report, which ranks Vietnam among the countries frequently affected by cyber threats.

Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik may need more players to show the same courage as Quang Hai, who withdrew from national team duty to prioritize his fitness, when selecting his squad for November's FIFA international window.

Vinh Hung's strategic location near the Red River makes it a priority for Hanoi's urban redevelopment, as traffic congestion, flooding and shortages of schools and green spaces worsen.

Authorities in Ninh Binh are inspecting foreign-language signs and advertisements in the popular Tam Coc tourist area after finding businesses using names and signage that may violate regulations.