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.

American tourist dies in motorbike crash on Da Nang’s Son Tra Peninsula

Around 5:40 a.m. on July 11, police in Da Nang received a report of a traffic accident on Son Tra Peninsula, near utility pole number 170 in Son Tra Ward, Da Nang City. The incident resulted in the death of a foreign tourist.

Health Minister cracks down after psychiatric fraud scandals

The Ministry of Health has issued a strict directive after leaders at three psychiatric institutions were exposed for helping criminals exploit mental health loopholes.

Hanoi busts pork smuggling rings linked to diseased meat sales

Hanoi police have initiated legal proceedings against three cases involving the illegal slaughter and distribution of dead and diseased pigs to markets and eateries across the city.

Vietnam sets 7.2% minimum wage hike for 2026

The National Wage Council approves a 7.2% raise in Vietnam’s regional minimum wage for 2026.

VN-Index surges 12 points with strong liquidity and foreign inflows

VN-Index jumps 12 points to 1,457.76 on July 11 amid foreign buying spree.

Vietnam U20 women’s team begins Japan training camp for AFC qualifiers

The squad kicks off a 10-day camp in Shizuoka with five friendlies ahead of the 2026 AFC U20 qualifiers.

YouTube removes ‘Trending’ tab to prioritize personalized discovery

YouTube has announced it will retire its familiar "Trending" tab, replacing it with smarter, more personalized recommendations and an expanded focus on YouTube Charts.

Former Hung Yen official expelled from Party for serious violations

The Party Central Secretariat has decided to expel Nguyen Bat Khach, former Standing Vice Chairman of the Hung Yen Provincial People's Committee and former member of the Provincial Party Standing Committee, from the Communist Party of Vietnam.

Vietnam’s 2025 Employment Law brings flexible unemployment insurance

Vietnam to modernize labor market with skills certification and a national employment exchange.

Vietnam hosts historic Southeast Asian and Asian Dancesport Championships

Vietnam hosts Southeast Asian and Asian Dancesport Championships for the first time in history.

Amanda Nguyen returns space-traveled lotus seeds to Vietnam

Vietnamese-American astronaut honors her roots in symbolic handover at Presidential Palace

Vietnam’s Dancesport stars strike gold again

Vietnam’s top Dancesport duo, Phan Hien and Thu Huong, thrilled fans by capturing three gold medals at the 2025 Southeast Asia Dancesport Championship.

Vietnam to set strict criteria for private railway investments

New Railway Law aims to balance private sector engagement and state oversight