Vietnamese youths delay marriage as staying single becomes a personal choice

There was a time when getting married before age 30 was considered an inevitable milestone for everyone. But that view is changing rapidly.

State control returns to core of Vietnam’s land pricing policy

After the implementation of the 2024 Land Law produced several unintended consequences, Vietnam's approach to land pricing shifted from relying on market-based valuation to strengthening the State's regulatory role.

Groom stands on 25cm chair to take photograph with 1.82m bride

The moment a groom stood on a small chair to pose alongside his taller bride during their wedding in Dong Thap captured widespread attention online.

AI short films flood Vietnam, spark concerns over cultural impact

Information pollution and distorted cultural perceptions, particularly among young people, and the stifling of creativity are among the risks posed by the flood of Chinese AI-generated short dramas on social media in Vietnam.

Vietnam, Sri Lanka seek deeper Buddhist cooperation

Vietnam and Sri Lanka are moving to deepen Buddhist and cultural cooperation, with both sides seeking to turn a newly signed memorandum into concrete exchanges, heritage projects and long-term ties.

FPT Retail fined $15,300 for consumer rights violations

Vietnam’s National Competition Commission has fined FPT Digital Retail Joint Stock Company (FPT Retail) approximately $15,300 for violations of consumer protection regulations.

Pham Thu Huong becomes Southeast Asia’s No. 2 richest woman

Vingroup’s record-breaking rally has lifted the wealth of Pham Thu Huong and other Vietnamese billionaires, highlighting broader changes in how the market values the country’s largest private groups.

Police clear rush-hour traffic to save British tourist in Quang Ninh

A British tourist fainted during rush hour in Quang Ninh, prompting traffic police to use a patrol motorcycle to rush her to hospital through heavy traffic.

Rare peacock flies into Can Tho home, resident calls police

When a peacock weighing around 5 kilograms flew into his family’s duck enclosure, Trieu Minh Tam, 48, of Cai Rang Ward in Can Tho City, contacted police to hand over the bird rather than accept offers of about $190 to sell it.

Hanoi launches 17 flagship projects worth over $15 billion

Hanoi has inaugurated, opened to traffic or broken ground on 17 major projects to mark the 81st anniversary of Vietnam’s September 2 National Day, with combined investment of about $15.27 billion.

Man detained over kite flying that disrupted 16 flights at Tan Son Nhat

Ho Chi Minh City police have launched criminal proceedings and detained Than Van Tan over allegations that he flew kites in a restricted airspace, disrupting 16 flights to and from Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

Three provinces face landslide risk as holiday begins

Lao Cai, Lai Chau and Tuyen Quang were placed under warnings for flash floods, landslides and ground subsidence on August 29, the first day of Vietnam’s National Day holiday.

Ho Chi Minh City launches $6.9 billion wave of major projects

Ho Chi Minh City on August 29 inaugurated and broke ground on 11 major projects worth more than $6.9 billion in total investment to mark Vietnam’s National Day on September 2.

Heavy rain hits Hanoi as new storm may form in East Sea

Northern and north-central Vietnam are forecast to see several spells of heavy rain during the September 2 National Day holiday, while the low-pressure area left by Typhoon Saudel could return to the northern East Sea and strengthen into a storm.

German Chancellor: Vietnam-Germany ties ready for a new level

Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung held a phone call with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on August 28, according to Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Vietnam urges US to consider granting market economy status

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang has urged the US to remove Vietnam from its D1 and D3 export control lists, consider recognizing the country as a market economy, and take an objective and fair approach to trade remedy cases.

Vietnam provides $100,000 in emergency aid to quake-hit Colombia

Vietnam has decided to provide $100,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance to help the Colombian government and people recover from the devastating earthquake and restore stability to communities in affected areas.

iPhone 18 Pro: The key launch dates to watch in September

Apple has confirmed its September event, setting the countdown in motion for the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and the company’s first foldable iPhone.

Vietnam rethinks education support for its smallest ethnic groups

After nine years, a policy designed to help Vietnam’s smallest ethnic groups stay in school is showing signs of strain as populations and socioeconomic conditions change.

H'mong farmer turns mountain orchard into thriving livelihood

A H'mong farmer’s decision to replace traditional corn and rice fields with drought-resistant son tra trees is showing how a change of crops can transform livelihoods in Vietnam’s highlands.

Politburo maps out new era for Vietnam’s tourism industry

Vietnam wants tourism to contribute as much as 12% of GDP by 2030, backed by new tourism hubs, better infrastructure, higher-value visitors and a stronger nighttime economy.

Hanoi holiday escapes: Four destinations worth the short trip

Travelers staying near Hanoi for the September 2 holiday can discover ancient village life, ethnic traditions and refreshing mountain landscapes just 50-60km from the city center.

Cemetery plots emerge as a new real estate market in Vietnam

Cemetery plots are becoming a distinct real estate market in Vietnam, with family burial sites fetching up to $190,000 as scarce land and enduring cultural traditions drive demand.

Math student finds his calling in medicine, graduates top of class

Tran Minh Dung entered medical school worried that his math background might hold him back. Six years later, he has graduated top of his class with a 3.75/4 GPA.

Drifting over 10 hours at sea, man survives by thinking of his family

Swept away by strong currents roughly seven kilometers offshore, Nguyen Van Thanh experienced near total exhaustion multiple times during a 10-hour struggle at sea.