Vietnam must improve now, not wait for FIFA’s ruling on Malaysia

Vietnam shouldn't rely on a potential FIFA forfeit for Malaysia - change is needed now.

iPhone 18 Pro Max: 8 major upgrades worth waiting for

Leaks reveal major iPhone 18 Pro upgrades, from AI and cameras to display and satellite 5G.

A journey through Vietnam’s highlands: Culture in every breath

The northern highlands offer a portrait of Vietnam’s soul - where tradition and nature coexist in perfect harmony.

Tran Duy Hung street: land prices hit VND1 billion/sqm, shedding its old image

Once dubbed 'guesthouse street', Tran Duy Hung now becomes one of Hanoi's priciest streets. Real estate prices at prime spots hit VND1 billion/sqm.

70% of cancer patients fall into financial crisis after one year of treatment

According to K Hospital, the use of biosimilar drugs will help to reduce financial pressure and enhance treatment access for cancer patients.

Three ethnic-Thai brothers create herbal cooperative in Nghe An highlands

In Hop Thanh village (Tam Hop, Nghe An), three Thai brothers - La Van Duy, La Van Cuong, and La Van Khoi - have established the Tinh Sang Duong cooperative, turning medicinal herbs into a sustainable livelihood for their hometown.

Commune authorities face hurdles in national land data standardization

Commune-level authorities are tasked with land administration management, but still lack access to updated land data. Residents are required to submit photocopies of their land-use right certificates to help build a national land database.

Abandoned American guy adopted by Vietnamese woman, loved like her own son

Raised in the loving arms of a Vietnamese mother, the American guy always feels a special bond with Vietnam.

House prices, gold prices, and the story of good people fearing to do good deeds

Discussing the socio-economic situation on October 29, National Assembly deputies Ha Sy Dong and Tran Huu Hau mentioned house and gold prices and the unexpected story of “good people afraid of doing good deeds”.

Vietnamese showbiz rocked by arrests of three top celebrities

The arrests of actress Truong Ngoc Anh, Miss Grand International 2021 Thuy Tien, and fashion designer Nguyen Cong Tri have sent shockwaves through Vietnamese entertainment in 2025, shaking public trust in celebrity figures.

Nguyen Xuan Son called up to national team after 10-month injury

Striker Nguyen Xuan Son has been recalled to the Vietnam national football team by head coach Kim Sang Sik after nearly a year recovering from a serious leg injury.

Mud, rain, and adrenaline: Offroad warriors battle VOC 2025

Vietnam’s biggest offroad racing event heats up with 140 racers braving fierce weather and the country’s toughest terrain.

MOH proposes considering assault on doctors as resisting public officials

Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan believes it is necessary to add regulations treating acts of violence or assault on medical staff while on duty as resisting public officials.

HCM City seeks public input for pandemic unity monument

A symbolic structure honoring COVID-19 solidarity is planned for 01 Ly Thai To, with feedback welcomed citywide.

Bui Vien becomes a spooky wonderland for Halloween revelers

Thousands transformed the iconic Ho Chi Minh City street into a lively Halloween celebration with spooky costumes and vibrant festivities.

Traveling solo, slow, and strong: A Vietnamese woman’s global journey

After early retirement, she took the road less traveled - 80 times across six continents.

Vietnam, UK step up education collaboration

The UK will help Vietnam train teachers, develop policies to establish English as a second language at schools by 2035 and integrate international education programmes into the Southeast Asian country’s education system.

Vietnam shines as Asia’s growth bright spot amid global economic volatility

With GDP growth surpassing 8% in the third quarter and optimistic projections from HSBC (7.9%) and Standard Chartered (7.5%), the full-year target of 8.5%, previously deemed “ambitious”, now appears increasingly achievable.

Vietnam resolves to promote gender equality through legal reform: report

The Government has shown unwavering determination in promoting equal rights between women and men through the improvement of its legal system, according a report launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs and the UN Women in Hanoi on October 31.

Floods damage over 4,800ha of crops in central Vietnam

The disasters have so far left 24 dead or missing, and injured 34 others.

NA reviews draft laws on cybersecurity, digital transformation, defence industry

The 15th National Assembly on October 31 morning listened to proposals and verification reports on a slate of draft laws aimed at strengthening national security, cybersecurity and digital transformation.

Vietnam, US sign agreement to strengthen cooperation on war legacy remediation

Vietnam and the US signed a memorandum of understanding on enhancing cooperation in addressing the legacies of war in Hanoi on October 31.

Politburo, Secretariat issue conclusion on local government system

The Politburo and Secretariat have called for improving the political system and two-tier local government model, per Conclusion No. 202-KL/TW signed by Politburo member Tran Cam Tu on October 31.

State President meets APEC leaders in RoK

The heads of APEC delegations congratulated Vietnam on being entrusted to host APEC for the third time in 2027 and affirmed that they would actively support and closely coordinate with Vietnam to ensure the successful organisation of APEC 2027.

Politburo, Secretariat issue Party congress guidance and upcoming tasks

On October 31, Politburo member Tran Cam Tu signed Conclusion No. 201-KL/TW on organising Party congresses for 2025–2030 and key upcoming tasks.