227kg bomb found near Phong Nha cave safely removed

A 227kg bomb was discovered just 200 meters from the entrance of Phong Nha Cave during a riverbed dredging operation on the Son River. The unexploded ordnance was successfully removed and transported to a secure storage facility.

Vietnam promotes five senior military officials in high-profile ceremony

Trinh Van Quyet, a member of the Party Central Committee and Director of the General Department of Politics under the Vietnam People's Army (VPA), has been promoted from colonel general to general.

Two deputy ministers promoted to colonel general in Ministry of Public Security

Deputy Ministers of Public Security Pham The Tung and Nguyen Ngoc Lam have been promoted from lieutenant general to colonel general.

Injured striker Xuan Son trains in Brazil, targets Asian Cup qualifier return

Ahead of the 2025/26 season, striker Nguyen Xuan Son has unexpectedly parted ways with Thep Xanh Nam Dinh FC to return to his home country of Brazil.

Hai Phong to attract $15.6 billion in investment from 21 economies

On July 14, the city of Hai Phong held a press conference to announce the 2025 Hai Phong Investment Promotion Conference, themed “A Strategic Destination in the New Era.”

iPhone 17 Pro Max vs 16 Pro Max: Real innovation or minor refresh?

Rumored upgrades in design, performance, and camera raise the question: Is it time to upgrade from iPhone 16 Pro Max?

Tourist complaint over USD 32 snack sparks action in Da Nang

Da Nang authorities are investigating a case of alleged price gouging after a Lao tourist group was charged USD 32 for a small meal.

Gas bike ban fuels Vietnam's electric motorbike boom

Hanoi’s proposed ban on gasoline motorbikes is boosting demand for electric alternatives and reshaping the market.

Vietnam's Nguyen Thi Thua wins global beauty queen title

Vietnam’s Nguyen Thi Thua crowned Mrs Grand International 2025, showcasing intellect, elegance, and empowerment.

U23 Vietnam heads to Indonesia to defend regional crown

Coach Kim Sang Sik and the U23 Vietnam squad departed for Indonesia on the morning of July 14, aiming to defend their title at the Southeast Asian U23 Championship.

Hanoi’s dead rivers to flow again with smart restoration plan

Polluted urban rivers like To Lich are set for revival using digital tracking and treated wastewater.

Ho Chi Minh City pushes ahead with Metro Line 2 construction

With all land cleared, Ho Chi Minh City is fast-tracking utility relocation to start construction on its second metro line.

Vietnam and Laos secure their first shared World Heritage site

UNESCO recognizes Phong Nha–Ke Bang and Hin Nam No as Southeast Asia’s first transboundary natural site.

Three lifelong friends in their 70s travel across Vietnam, brave Fansipan

Despite the cold and altitude, these U80 ladies conquered the “roof of Indochina” with laughter and love.

Vietnam updates standards law to match international practices

A newly passed law aims to harmonize national standards with global norms, boosting innovation and trade.

Landslide in Lao Cai kills two, destroys homes in quiet night disaster

According to a report from the People's Committee of Xuan Ai Commune, Lao Cai Province, a sudden landslide involving approximately 2,000 cubic meters of soil and rock occurred at around 9:25 p.m. on July 13.

Vietnam Public Security II, Cambodia reach ASEAN police football final

Vietnam and Cambodia will face off on July 15 after dramatic semifinal victories in Hanoi.

Vietnam’s third national restructuring ushers in bold new era

Vietnam abolishes districts, streamlines ministries, and sets a new course for national growth.

Vietnam launches $250M smart data center project in HCMC

Ho Chi Minh City approves hyperscale data center to support national digital transformation.

Vietnam becomes the top pick for Australian travelers

Australians are flocking to Vietnam for its rich culture, low prices, and vibrant travel experiences.

Vietnamese students earn 4 gold medals at global chemistry Olympiad

Vietnam’s national chemistry team triumphed at IChO 2025 with four gold medals, matching the US and China.

Outstanding loans for private sector total VND15.3 trillion

By April 2025, outstanding loans provided to the private economic sector had accounted for 93 percent of total loans, or VND15.3 trillion. As many as 209,000 private enterprises had accessed bank loans.

Vietnam's reforms expected to boost medium-term growth

Implementing an ambitious reform agenda, including streamlining institutions, promoting private sector development, and improving infrastructure will create opportunities to enhance medium-term growth.

Businesspeople want leaders to act decisively without favoritism post-merger

Businesses and people expect leaders of newly formed provinces to act decisively, with no discrimination between "your people or mine", and create a level playing field for all enterprises.

To solve VN's challenges with AI, superficial efforts won't suffice: professor

To use AI to address Vietnam's complex challenges, businesses cannot simply apply pre-existing models and create products or services superficially, according to Associate Prof Nguyen Phi Le.