Breakthrough mechanisms, policies for education, training approved

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man has endorsed Resolution No. 248/2025/QH15, introducing special and breakthrough policies to accelerate education and training development across the national education system.

CMC OpenAI unveils Vietnam’s first legal LLM and benchmark suite

The Vietnamese tech group CMC is shaping the country’s legal AI future through VLegal-Bench and CMC-AI-Legal-32B, pioneering open standards for domain-specific innovation.

VN to train 2,500 ethnic minority students annually under new national scheme

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved a national project to train high-quality human resources among ethnic minorities in key sectors from 2026 to 2035, with a vision toward 2045.

It’s time for Vietnam to modernize how holidays are managed

The recent proposal to grant a four-day New Year holiday in 2026 is more than a reason for national celebration - it is a reminder that Vietnam’s management of public holidays needs modernization.

23 senior officials disciplined in Vietnam in 2025, 6 face criminal charges

Authorities report continued progress in tackling corruption and misconduct among high-ranking officials.

Vietnam busts major unlicensed MLM scheme disguised as 'Meta Whale' investment

Meta Whale promoted fake investment opportunities across provinces, drawing in close to 2,000 people.

AI takes the lead: The most valuable smartphone upgrades of 2025

Smartphones in 2025 didn’t blow minds with hardware, but AI turned them into powerful productivity tools.

Post-pandemic comeback: Vietnam sets new export record at $470 billion

Amid global challenges, Vietnam’s export sector surged 16% to a historic $470 billion, reaffirming its role as a leading open economy in Asia.

Police bust large-scale fake gas production ring in Ho Chi Minh City

A criminal ring in Ho Chi Minh City has been exposed for illegally producing and selling counterfeit liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) using fake labels and unauthorized refilling operations.

Prime Minister: Vietnamese people everywhere are self-reliant and proud

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed that Vietnamese people, whether living inside or outside the country, always embody confidence, self-reliance, and national pride.

Hanoi tourism booms with record international arrivals in 2025

Hanoi’s tourism industry has bounced back strongly, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, but experts say the city must now redefine its image and upgrade its products to stay competitive.

HCM City to offer 11,000 free tickets to workers heading home for Tet 2026

The city plans to help thousands of migrant workers reunite with families during the Lunar New Year Binh Ngo.

Vietnamese football enjoys a golden year of victories in 2025

With a string of championships and gold medals across all levels, Vietnamese football marked one of its most successful years in history.

Veteran coach Mai Duc Chung extends tenure until 2026 Women’s Asian Cup

After initially planning to step down following the 33rd SEA Games, coach Mai Duc Chung has decided to stay on and lead the Vietnam women’s national football team through the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup.

Apple retires 14 products in 2025 to make way for the next generation

From iPhones to AirPods and MacBooks, Apple has discontinued several popular products as it refreshes its entire lineup.

Police recover assets in Bach Mai and Viet Duc hospital corruption investigation

Authorities have retrieved more than 39 billion VND and frozen multiple assets linked to a high-profile case involving losses and waste at Bach Mai 2 and Viet Duc 2 hospitals.

Japanese tourist falls in love with Hanoi’s fish dishes, orders three servings

Drawn by Hanoi’s famous food alleys, a Japanese tourist was impressed by the rich flavors and generous portions of a small eatery specializing in fish-based dishes.

Vietnam intervenes as 500 tea containers stuck at Karachi Port

Logistics disruption between Pakistan and Afghanistan stalls Vietnamese tea shipments, risking heavy losses.

MIK Group unexpectedly withdraws from Red River Scenic Boulevard megaproject

MIK Group has announced its withdrawal from the investor consortium developing the Red River Scenic Boulevard - one of Hanoi’s most ambitious urban projects, valued at an estimated $12 billion.

Vingroup exits high-speed rail project, VN-Index loses nearly 40 points

Vietnam’s stock market turned sharply lower after Vingroup announced its withdrawal from the North–South high-speed railway project, sending “Vin” stocks plunging to their floor prices.

Chairman of Muong Thanh Group Le Thanh Than prosecuted for fraud

Le Thanh Than, one of Vietnam’s well-known real estate tycoons, has been charged with “deceiving customers” in connection with the CT6 Kien Hung housing project in Hanoi.

Vietnam’s golden girl of Vovinam: 18 and unstoppable

Thi Lai, an 18-year-old girl with a humble name but extraordinary spirit, has made a remarkable mark in 2025 by winning three Vovinam gold medals - including a world championship title.

Handmade brooches become life’s centerpiece for Hanoi trio

From telecommunications and TV to crystals and thread, these women found fulfillment in the small beauty of handcrafted brooches.

iPhone Fold revealed: The most realistic renderings yet of Apple’s foldable

After years of swirling rumors, Apple’s foldable iPhone - commonly referred to as the iPhone Fold - now appears all but confirmed, with a launch expected alongside the iPhone 18 next year.

700 years of legacy: The village where puppets never stop dancing

Nguyen Xa puppeteers keep Northern Vietnam’s ancient puppet traditions alive-strings, drums, and soul.