Galaxy S27 Ultra rumored to miss LPDDR6 and UFS 5.0

Samsung's next Ultra flagship may retain older memory standards, potentially affecting future AI performance and long-term competitiveness if recent rumors prove accurate.

Son La warns of flooding and landslide risks

Authorities in Son La Province have issued an emergency flood warning after water levels on the Nam Pan River rose rapidly, with forecasts indicating they could exceed the country's highest official flood warning level by around one meter.

328 students to retake Vietnam's national graduation exam after scandal

Vietnam's education ministry has defended its decision to order a full retest for 328 students in Tuyen Quang while taking a different approach in Quang Tri, saying the two exam cheating cases are fundamentally different.

Kujira becomes Vietnam's third named storm of 2026

A tropical depression over the southeastern waters of the northern East Sea has strengthened into Tropical Storm Kujira, becoming Vietnam's third named storm of 2026.

The skilled workers behind Vietnam's towering durian harvest

In Vietnam's Mekong Delta, harvesting mature durians is a demanding job that combines climbing skills, timing and remarkable teamwork.

Groom uses stool to pose with 1.82m bride at Vietnam wedding

A groom standing on a small stool to pose for photos with his bride at their wedding in Vietnam's Dong Thap Province has charmed social media users with the couple's lighthearted take on their height difference.

iPhone 20 Pro Max: 10 rumored upgrades for Apple's anniversary phone

Leaks suggest Apple's 20th anniversary iPhone could feature its most dramatic redesign since the iPhone X, with major advances in design, AI and battery technology.

This meticulously arranged kitchen is going viral in Vietnam

A modest family kitchen in southern Vietnam has become an unlikely social media sensation after a short video revealed more than 100 pots, pans and dozens of baskets hanging in perfectly aligned rows.

Trek the historic Pavi Stone Road in Vietnam's northwest

More than just a historic route, the Pavi Stone Road is regarded as one of Lai Chau Province's most valuable cultural and landscape treasures.

Ho Chi Minh City eyes dedicated bus lanes after free fare success

After providing free bus travel for one month and attracting approximately 8.5 million passenger trips, HCM City is accelerating the use of technology and studying dedicated bus lanes to shorten travel times and make public transport more attractive.

Vietnam drafts new rules for religious activities in cyberspace

Vietnam is proposing detailed regulations for religious activities in cyberspace, including livestreamed ceremonies and measures to address false or misleading online content.

Why major gym brands are closing locations in Vietnam

A series of club closures by major gym operators signals a turning point for Vietnam's premium fitness market, where changing lifestyles and mounting costs are challenging traditional business models.

Vietnam's Big Four banks hold over half of customer deposits

Customer deposits at 28 Vietnamese banks rose during the first half of 2026, with the Big Four state-owned lenders maintaining a commanding market share.

Hanoi moves toward 'sponge city' model to reduce flooding

Hanoi will gradually introduce the "sponge city" model in new development projects, shifting from a drainage-only approach to one that also retains, absorbs and reuses rainwater as a long-term solution to urban flooding.

Ho Chi Minh City offers up to US$38,500 to attract top talent

Ho Chi Minh City has restarted its talent attraction program, offering monthly incomes of up to US$3,850 and one-time rewards of up to US$38,500 for individuals with outstanding achievements.

Vietnam warned of cyber risks from 'harvest now, decrypt later’ quantum threat

The strategy of "harvesting now, decrypting later" when quantum computers become sufficiently powerful is being considered by many countries, forcing Vietnam to prepare early to avoid unprecedented cybersecurity risks.

High pass rates are not why high school grad exam should be abolished: MOET

High school graduation pass rates hovering above 99 percent for many consecutive years have prompted numerous questions about the necessity of the exam.

More than 10,000 households in northern Vietnam have solar rooftop panels

Solar power has become a booming trend as residents rush to invest in installations. In Northern Vietnam alone, over 10,000 rooftops are now covered with solar panels.

The guardian of ironwood: "I protect this forest as national land"

"I do not guard it for myself, and certainly not to sell." Those are the words of Truong Quoc Do in Kim Phu commune, Quang Tri province, when talking about the ironwood forest he has preserved for the past 33 years.

Two men hold 60-table wedding reception with their families' blessing

With the wholehearted support of their families, two men celebrated their love in traditional wedding ceremonies filled with unforgettable emotional moments.

Student who carried friend to school graduates as doctor

A young Vietnamese man celebrated for carrying his disabled friend to school for 10 years has fulfilled another dream by graduating with a Doctor of Medicine degree.

Why Vietnam is rethinking its development model after 40 years

Vietnam believes the growth model that fueled four decades of success has reached its limits, prompting a broader transformation of its national development strategy.

Nghe An's Bach Ma Temple preserves more than 100 royal decrees

Built during the Le Dynasty, Bach Ma Temple in Nghe An is one of the province's most sacred spiritual sites, preserving more than 100 imperial royal decrees alongside remarkable examples of traditional Vietnamese architecture.

Escaping Cambodian scam dens: "Home at last, I knew I had survived"

Having once thought he had lost his life in the scam dens in Cambodia, A Kun (born 2005, Xo Dang ethnic group), from Dak Na village in Dak Sao commune in Quang Ngai province now has a peaceful life in the village where he was born and raised.

Vietnamese businesses prepare for the next era of cross-border trade

The Gori Global Logistics Summit 2026 brought together logistics specialists, technology leaders and Vietnamese enterprises to explore practical strategies for expanding into global markets.