Lung Phinh market: Where rare highland flavors meet vibrant culture

Lung Phinh Market in Bac Ha District, Lao Cai Province, offers a glimpse into the unique rhythms of life in Vietnam’s highlands. More than just a place to trade goods, this bustling Friday market is a celebration of local culture and cuisine.

Woman devoted to her deceased husband’s children who care for her in old age

Since her husband passed away five years ago, Thuong has lived with her two stepsons, who care for her devotedly.

VND27 trillion spent as allowances for officers resigning due to streamlining

As part of the initiative to streamline the organizational structure, over 43,200 public servants have retired or resigned. Of these, more than 25,600 have received allowances, totaling nearly VND27,000 billion.

Is the proposed 9.2 percent minimum wage increase too high?

The Vietnam General Confederation of Labor (VGCL) has proposed a maximum regional minimum wage increase of 9.2 percent starting in 2026, but businesses have complained that the increase is too high.

Motorcycle prices plummet, buyers score unprecedented deals

As July approaches, many popular motorcycle models are experiencing price cuts at dealerships. The widespread price reduction has created opportunities for buyers to own a bike at attractive costs.

The records of secretaries and chairs of 6 Mekong Delta provinces post-merger

Among the leaders of the six Mekong Delta provinces and cities after the merger process, one provincial party secretary is the youngest in the country. Most provincial people's committee chairmen belong to the 7X generation (born in the 1970s).

Teacher with 25 years of experience ‘sweats’ taking high school English exam

Solving the English test (Code 1105) of the 2025 high school finals, Bich Hanh, who has 25 years of experience teaching English to the gifted, said she was "sweating profusely" because of the difficulty of the test.

Hai Be Syrup: expensive counterfeits bring huge revenue

An investigation about the 100,000 boxes of counterfeit "Hai Be Delicious Syrup" functional food sold on the market is continuing to be conducted by the Ninh Binh Provincial Police Investigation Agency.

Tears and tenderness: nurses’ compassion in cancer intensive-care units

At the ICU in K Tan Trieu Hospital in Hanoi, where patients battle cancer, doctors and nurses not only fight for life but also provide humane comfort in the patients’ final moments. In rooms with ventilators and desperate gazes, they work in silence.

Vietnamese aviation rebounds but punctuality declines in first half of 2025

Despite a robust recovery in domestic aviation marked by a 9.1% year-on-year increase in passenger volume, the overall on-time performance of Vietnamese airlines declined slightly in the first half of 2025.

Hanoi medical university launches English master’s program for foreign students

Vietnam introduces a new English-language master’s program to train global health professionals.

Da Nang seeks transport link between two airports for growth synergy

Da Nang officials call for a transport connection between Da Nang and Chu Lai airports to streamline operations.

Traditional arts gain spotlight in Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy

Vietnam is reinforcing its cultural identity globally by featuring traditional arts in diplomatic and cultural events.

Vietnam, Japan deepen ties through Japanese language education

On July 10 and 11, volunteers from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), in collaboration with Dalat University, held their annual sharing session to promote the development of Japanese language education in Vietnam.

Online business tax evaders exposed, billions lost to sophisticated schemes

Tax authorities have revealed increasingly sophisticated schemes by individuals and businesses to evade taxes, with some earning hundreds of billions of dong while declaring little to no income.

Hue transforms its nights with heritage-driven tourism

Once known for its quiet nights, Hue is now alive with vibrant cultural experiences after dark.

Experts defend university councils in higher education reform draft

Proposed law to remove school-level councils sparks debate on autonomy and governance.

Pickleball emerges as Vietnam’s next big sport

Pickleball’s rapid rise in Vietnam continues as athletes shift from tennis and claim titles.

Hanoi to launch unified smart ticket for public transit in September

New multi-modal ticketing system to ease commuting in Hanoi and cut public transit costs.

Surgeons remove giant thyroid tumor from 93-year-old woman in Ninh Binh

Doctors at Ninh Binh General Hospital have successfully removed a massive goiter that had persisted for over two decades in a 93-year-old woman from Ninh Binh province.

Apple plans major product refresh with iPhone 17e and M5 MacBooks

Apple targets revenue growth with M5 Macs and iPhone 17e debut in 2026.

Vietnam’s top MMA fighters face international challengers at LION 24

Hanoi hosts electrifying matchups between Vietnamese and global fighters in MMA’s rising arena.

Vietnam People’s Police II storm into ASEAN football semifinals

After five days of intense group-stage competition, four teams advanced to the semifinals of the 2025 ASEAN Police and Security Forces Football Championship.

Prime Minister encourages American firms to invest in Vietnam’s future

On the afternoon of July 11, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a meeting in Hanoi with a delegation from the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council (USABC), which is visiting Vietnam to promote bilateral economic cooperation.

Vietnam stands firm on Palestinian sovereignty at regional summit

Deputy PM Bui Thanh Son called for a lasting solution and increased cooperation for Palestinian development.