Vietnam must break R&D barriers to accelerate global competitiveness

Research and development (R&D) is no longer an option for Vietnam - it has become a prerequisite to escape the middle-income trap and rise into the ranks of high-tech nations.

Vung Tau's sacred mountainside pagoda houses Buddha relics

A sacred pagoda offering panoramic views, cultural heritage, and the largest outdoor Buddha in the region.

U50 woman retires early, leads nomadic lifestyle travelling the world

At 48, Trinh Nguyen chose early retirement to fulfill her dream of traveling. She now enjoys her life by staying in each place for just several months and traveling throughout the country and abroad.

PhD lecturer pioneers cutting-edge work in AI healthcare field

The creator of many inventions and innovations related to AI use says that outstanding scientists with valuable technologies can achieve a certain kind of “wealth” — a “fortune” represented by research works in professional academic journals.

Western guest tries Northwest delicacy, says it’s as delicious as ice cream

Taking a brave step to try a "rarely found" delicacy that not everyone dares to eat in Northwest Vietnam, a Western guest praised the dish as juicy and creamy like ice cream.

Muong student receives funds from villagers to attend university

Phung Thi Thuy says her chance to study feels like “a miracle.” Holding the hard-earned money from the sweat and effort of her fellow villagers, Thuy says she is determined to study hard to return and repay their kindness.

The tragic life of couple who once won the jackpot with 10 lottery tickets

After winning the jackpot with 10 lottery tickets, Nhung’s life sank into tragedy. Now in her final years, her only wish is to have good health to raise her grandchild through school and to have enough money to repair her husband’s grave.

Three seconds in free fall: A Vietnamese woman’s skydiving triumph

After four months of grueling military-style training, Thu Hang from Dien Bien conquered her fear of heights and lived out a dream - her first parachute jump from 800 meters.

Vietnam can break through the middle-income ceiling by 2045

During his presentation at the academic forum “Prosperous Vietnam in the New Era”, held by Vietnam National University on April 15, Professor Lin Yifu delivered both a sobering message and an encouraging outlook for Vietnam.

Vietnam’s auto industry: From postwar workshops to global exports

Once born from necessity, Vietnam’s auto sector now exports globally and challenges foreign dominance at home.

Forgotten Hanoi bomb shelter uncovered beneath five-star hotel

Beside the swimming pool of one of Hanoi’s oldest five-star hotels, a small staircase leads guests down into a hidden bomb shelter, buried deep beneath the ground.

From doubters to believers: Vietnamese 9X launches high-precision robot arm

ELBOT, a six-axis robot arm made in Vietnam, is breaking barriers in automation tech.

Tay ethnic boxer Ha Thi Linh rises to global fame against all odds

Entering the world of sports with a simple dream to "escape poverty," Tay ethnic boxer Ha Thi Linh has surpassed all expectations, making her mark on the global stage.

HCM City family traverses Vietnam in 'mobile home,' recalls memorable mishap

Tam and Giang, a couple from HCM City, spent VND1.5 billion to purchase a pickup truck and a 'mobile home' setup imported from Germany to complete a two-month journey across Vietnam.

From Hanoi to Korea: a young woman’s thrilling hunt for plush toys

Behind each plush toy collected by a young Hanoi woman lies a memorable story. They are not just material possessions but an endless source of inspiration.

Quitting high-paying job, woman leaves Hanoi to live in rural hometown

In late 2023, when Pham Thu Huong had a good job with a stable income at the age of 24 in Hanoi, she left to find a place in her rural hometown to settle down.

Vietnam’s largest reclining Buddha rests in a 300-year-old Khmer pagoda

Som Rong Pagoda in Soc Trang blends spiritual serenity with Khmer architecture and a record-breaking Buddha statue.

Four restructured banks show signs of recovery after years under special control

GPBank, MBV, Vikki Bank, and VCBNeo are undergoing digital transformation with support from major banks.

Traditional games of Vietnam’s Thai ethnic group shine with cultural depth

With 1.89% of Vietnam’s population, the Thai bring unique vibrancy through their folk games.

9X artists honor Heroic Vietnamese Mothers with powerful portraits

A moving project captures the natural dignity and history in the faces of Vietnam’s unsung heroes.

Vietnamese students share how they scored perfect 1,600 on the SAT

These top scorers share their approach to reading, math, and staying motivated through setbacks.

AISVN chairwoman arrested over multimillion-dollar school debt scheme

Nguyen Thi Ut Em faces charges as her school fails to return parent loans totaling over 3,200 billion VND.

General Secretary To Lam embarks on state visits to four strategic partners

Vietnam’s top leader will visit Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, and Russia during a key diplomatic tour.

Flying fish becomes a prized catch in Vietnam’s central cuisine

Beloved for its sweet meat and dramatic glides, flying fish stars in central Vietnamese dishes.

Vietnam now builds most Apple devices sold in US, excluding iPhones

This revelation came from Apple CEO Tim Cook during a call with analysts discussing the company’s first-quarter earnings results.