Unlocking community resources: solving scarcity from surplus closets

In a world drowning in waste yet starving in need, the chọcho platform offers a hopeful bridge between surplus and deprivation.

CMC Telecom joins CIS to align with global cybersecurity standards

CMC Telecom becomes a Services & Consulting Member of the Center for Internet Security, marking a strategic move to embed global cybersecurity standards into Vietnam’s digital infrastructure.

US Ambassador Marc Knapper awarded Vietnam’s Friendship Order

As his term concludes, Ambassador Marc Knapper receives Vietnam’s highest honor for fostering diplomatic and strategic ties.

Vietnam’s stock market hits all-time high as VN-Index tops 1,900

The benchmark VN-Index hits a new high, while Vingroup stocks surge more than 8x in one year, pushing Pham Nhat Vuong into the world’s top 100 richest.

Southern Vietnam real estate market in flux as M&A deals surge

A wave of major mergers and acquisitions is reshaping the property market in southern Vietnam, signaling a decisive period of consolidation after years of stagnation.

Doctors extract giant hairball blocking intestines of 9-year-old girl in HCMC

Doctors at FV Hospital in HCM City have successfully treated a rare and complex case of intestinal blockage in a 9-year-old girl, caused by a massive, tightly coiled clump of hair stretching nearly one meter from her stomach to her small intestine.

Vietnamese banks post strong 2025 profits, but Sacombank falls short

As Vietcombank, BIDV, and MB delivered impressive year-end results, Sacombank stood out for the wrong reasons - reporting just 52% of its planned profit.

Apple taps Google Gemini to power new AI-enhanced Siri

Apple has entered a landmark deal with Google to integrate Gemini as the AI engine behind a new generation of Siri, signaling a shift in its AI strategy.

2025: A year when policy reforms translate into concrete progress

Vietnam’s institutional reforms during the 2021–2025 term have gone beyond legal texts, showing visible impact in construction sites and investment flows across the country.

Vietnam performs first-ever 3D endoscopic heart surgery

Doctors in Ho Chi Minh City have successfully replaced an aortic valve and performed coronary bypass using full 3D endoscopy for the first time in Vietnam.

Ho Chi Minh City shuts down American International School Vietnam

After years of sinking deeper into financial distress, the American International School Vietnam (AISVN) has officially been dissolved and removed from Ho Chi Minh City’s educational system.

Apple’s 20th anniversary iPhone might not live up to the hype

A fresh leak is cooling down excitement around the long-anticipated 20th anniversary iPhone, revealing that Apple may not deliver the groundbreaking design shift that many expected.

A new national holiday to celebrate Vietnamese culture

The Politburo has unanimously decided to designate November 24 each year as "Vietnam National Culture Day," which will be observed as a paid public holiday across the country.

Vietnamese AI creators to compete for $1 million grand prize

Vietnam has officially launched the Au Lac Grand Prize, a new $1 million award aimed at recognizing and supporting outstanding artificial intelligence (AI) products and solutions developed and owned by Vietnamese individuals or organizations.

Vietnam’s U23 squad hailed as 'perfect and resilient' by AFC

U23 Vietnam’s undefeated group stage campaign earns rare praise from AFC, regional rivals and even FIFA.

Vietnam Fine Arts Museum receives nearly 1,000 historic artworks

In its largest-ever transfer, the museum has acquired 979 paintings and sculptures spanning multiple generations of Vietnamese art.

The ‘pancake pagoda’ of An Giang: Two decades of warmth and generosity

Behind a serene temple at the foot of a mountain, volunteers have spent 20 years serving sizzling bánh xèo to thousands of pilgrims - completely free of charge.

Severe dengue persists in HCM City despite falling case numbers

Despite a nationwide decline in infections, Ho Chi Minh City continues to report a troubling number of critical dengue fever cases, prompting urgent intervention from health authorities.

Singapore offers support as Vietnam launches international finance hub

Singapore welcomes Vietnam’s strategic move to establish its own financial hub and pledges to share knowledge and experience.

Galaxy S26 to launch February 25, global release set for March 11

New leaks confirm the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra will be revealed at Samsung’s Unpacked event on February 25, with pre-orders expected soon after.

Disinformation spreads over Hanoi’s Red River bridge developments

Hanoi authorities have issued a public warning about the spread of misinformation and distorted narratives targeting the city’s ongoing transportation infrastructure projects - particularly the construction of seven new bridges across the Red River.

Hai Phong defends iconic pate brand amid food safety scandal

Hai Phong officials have confirmed that its famous local pate is unrelated to the canned product at the center of a food safety investigation involving Halong Canfoco.

Hanoi traffic rerouted for 14th National Party Congress

Temporary bans and restricted zones on key roads in and around Hanoi will be enforced during the 14th National Party Congress to maintain order and safety.

Hanoi to host Thailand Week 2026 in late January

Visitors to Thailand Week 2026 will be able to enjoy a variety of attractive promotional programmes, lively trade promotion activities and daily lucky draws offering numerous quality Thai products.

Vietnam collects over 16 million USD in music royalties in 2025

The most striking growth was recorded in the performance and live entertainment segment, including events, live shows and concerts, which surged by 202% year on year.