Chairman of the National Assembly (NA) Tran Thanh Man hosted a reception for US Ambassador Jennifer Wicks, who came to pay a courtesy call at the start of her tenure in Vietnam, on August 6.

Kim Sang Sik targets victory over Cambodia as Vietnam seek momentum before the ASEAN Cup semifinals despite planned squad rotation.

Google has released the first official teaser for the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, offering the clearest look yet at its next-generation foldable smartphone just days before its expected debut on Aug. 12.

Vietnam is considering a 10-day Lunar New Year holiday and a four-day National Day break under a new proposal for 2027.

HCM City will not ban private vehicles or gasoline-powered transport as part of its efforts to reduce traffic congestion, instead focusing on expanding transport infrastructure and improving public transit to encourage people to switch voluntarily.

Vietnam are on the verge of reaching the ASEAN Cup 2026 semifinals after an unbeaten start, with only Cambodia standing between the defending champions and top spot in Group A.

New research finds 42% of Vietnamese children still ride in front seats while child car seat use remains below 5%.

Vietnamese builder CC1 reported strong first-half growth but faces mounting challenges after being named in a government inspection conclusion related to Long Thanh airport.

Rumors that Samsung could introduce silicon-carbon battery technology in the Galaxy S27 Ultra have reignited debate over whether the company should prioritize bigger batteries or continue its cautious approach to reliability.

Draft amendments would require crypto asset service providers in Vietnam to comply with anti-money laundering regulations.

Noi Bai International Airport has adjusted its newly introduced traffic management plan after passengers raised concerns about the inconvenience of reaching ride-hailing pickup points.

HCM City will inspect at least 60% of more than 7,000 businesses considered vulnerable to prostitution-related activities in 2026 as authorities step up enforcement across hotels, guesthouses, bars, karaoke venues and massage parlors.

Vietnamese lawmakers have proposed classifying diamond trading as a conditional business sector, arguing that stricter regulation is needed following recent controversies involving the country's jewelry industry.

Vietnam's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has launched a public consultation on a draft Cultural Industries Development Law, seeking comments from August 5 to August 24, 2026.

A proposal to tie apartment use to a building's design lifespan could change how condominiums are valued in Vietnam, with buyers placing greater emphasis on land-use rights and redevelopment potential.

A Chinese tourist has been warned by authorities after riding a motorbike onto To Vo Gate, a protected national heritage site on Ly Son Island in central Vietnam, following complaints from local residents.

Apple is expected to raise iPhone prices for the first time in years, with buyers potentially paying an additional US$100 to US$200 for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models, according to industry analysts.

A woman has gone on trial in Da Nang accused of murdering her young son and staging the death as an accidental drowning to fraudulently obtain more than VND4.1 billion (US$157,000) in life insurance payouts.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam will pay state visits to Australia and New Zealand from August 9 to 14 at the invitation of Governor-General of Australia Sam Mostyn and Governor-General of New Zealand Cindy Kiro.

Luxury Gold & Diamond, a jewelry brand known for designing crowns for several of Vietnam's leading beauty pageants, has announced that it is suspending operations until further notice, citing challenges facing the jewelry and diamond market.

The transition from Google Assistant to Gemini enters its final stage next month as Google begins disabling the legacy assistant across much of the Android ecosystem.

Vietnam is seeking parliamentary approval to significantly expand its flagship northern railway project, adding new sections and raising total investment.

Vietnam produced an inspired second-half comeback from three goals down to earn a 3-3 draw against host Thailand at the Continental Championship Thailand 2026, completing the tournament unbeaten with three wins and one draw.

Vietnam head into their final ASEAN Cup 2026 Group A match against Cambodia with qualification for the semifinals firmly within reach, but head coach Kim Sang Sik is aiming for more than simply advancing.

The Vietnamese government has submitted a proposal to the National Assembly seeking approval for the construction of Ring Road 5, a major expressway designed to connect Hanoi with surrounding provinces and reshape transport across the Capital Region.