National Geographic recommends Vietnam’s top historical destinations

National Geographic, the world-renowned publication, has recently featured an article recommending several historically significant destinations across Vietnam for international travelers.

Mekong Delta faces critical erosion crisis

The Mekong Delta, a young alluvial plain formed by silt and sand carried by the Mekong River, is facing an existential threat.

Liquid Glass leak hints at a bold new look for iPhone 17 Pro Max

If true, Apple may finally bring playful elegance to its high-end iPhones with a color-shifting design.

Export boom or strategic trap? Vietnam faces US tariff test

A former Harvard dean unpacks what the new US tariffs mean for Vietnam's global trade future.

Vietnamese youth in Japan to host inaugural national forum in Osaka

The inaugural Vietnam Youth Forum in Japan is set to take place in Osaka on August 9, bringing together nearly 200 young delegates from across Japan and Vietnam.

Vietnam advances nuclear disarmament efforts through UN engagement

As it prepares to chair the NPT conference, Vietnam strengthens technical and diplomatic cooperation with the UN.

Vietnam women’s football team stays on top in Southeast Asia

FIFA's latest rankings confirm Vietnam as the highest-placed women’s football team in the region.

Tan Son Nhat Terminal 3 to host Bamboo Airways from August 18

Bamboo Airways becomes the second airline to operate at T3, boosting capacity before the September holiday.

Vietnam makes bold move to attract foreign experts with relaxed labor laws

From August 7, 2025, foreign workers involved in innovation and digital transformation sectors in Vietnam will no longer be required to obtain a work permit, according to a newly issued government decree.

Da Nang police bust city’s largest synthetic marijuana ring

Authorities in Da Nang confiscate 500g of powder drugs and 100kg of synthetic marijuana in major bust.

Real estate prices in Vietnam skyrocket because of speculation: expert

Foreigners generally buy real estate for actual use, while Vietnamese often buy for speculation expecting to make huge profits when prices increase, experts have said.

V-League sees overseas Vietnamese player boom: opportunity and risk

The return of overseas Vietnamese footballers is reshaping the 2025/26 V-League season, but integration challenges remain.

Blueprint is needed for tackling wasteful projects: Party Chief

The Bach Mai and Viet Duc Hospital Campus 2 projects in Ha Nam, capitalized at tens of trillions of VND, remained stagnant for over a decade until Party Chief To Lam issued an instruction near the beginning of the year.

Credit boom in real estate and stocks raises red flags, central bank responds

Vietnam’s central bank clarifies concerns over capital inflows into real estate and stocks as credit growth hits double digits.

The love instrument of the Gie-Trieng highlanders

Handcrafted with care, the M’bin puil expresses heartfelt love and deepens family bonds.

Office lunch eateries struggle as customers cut back on dining out

As office workers tighten their budgets, owners of lunch eateries are grappling with ways to retain customers.

ASEAN flag raised in Hanoi to celebrate 58 years of regional unity

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a ceremonial flag-raising marking 58 years of ASEAN and 30 years of Vietnam’s membership.

Hung Yen fish-soup restaurant honored by Michelin

In early June, a restaurant serving Hung Yen canh ca ro (fish soup), located on Hai Ba Trung Street in Hanoi, was included in the Michelin Selected list for 2025.

Vietnam’s giant elephant snail wows with sweet, crunchy meat

With its thick, crunchy meat and naturally sweet flavor, the ốc giác (elephant snail) is a prized coastal delicacy in Vietnam. One snail alone can be transformed into several dishes - enough to feed four to five people.

Vietnam’s wood industry braces for trade defense challenges

Amid rising global protectionism, Vietnam’s wood sector takes proactive steps to protect exports and meet its USD 18 billion target by 2025.

Russian man assaults traffic police officer in Nha Trang

A lieutenant colonel in Nha Trang was punched in the face by a Russian national while responding to a traffic incident.

Nha Trang beach reopens to public after resort removal

Beachfront land in Nha Trang has been cleared of commercial blocks, restoring natural views and beach access for locals and visitors.

Mekong Delta flooding higher than normal this year

Floodwater levels in the Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta are high and will continue to rise this month, especially in upstream areas, according to the hydraulic works management and construction department of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

Handling surplus public assets: Difficult but crucial task

As of July 1, a two-tier local government model started in 34 provinces and cities, streamlining administration but creating a surplus of public properties. If not promptly addressed, these assets could become a financial burden.

Ministry plans to put 208km of key expressways in use by August 19

The Ministry of Construction (MoC) plans to open to traffic 208km of expressways of six key projects by August 19, bringing the country’s total expressway network to 2,476km.