NA Standing Committee debates draft Law on Artificial Intelligence

The draft Law on Artificial Intelligence was among items under consideration of the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee at its ongoing 51st session on November 17.

Bamboo Airways plans auxiliary service centres at major airports

Bamboo Airways has announced plans to develop auxiliary service centres at Vietnam's key airports including Noi Bai (Hanoi), Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City), Long Thanh (Dong Nai), and Phu Cat (Gia Lai).

Hoi An floods again as residents rush to move belongings, tourists wade in

Heavy rainfall and hydroelectric dam discharges have once again flooded the ancient town of Hoi An (Da Nang City), marking the third flood in just 20 days.

Flash floods submerge Nha Trang, rescue teams rush to evacuate

Prolonged rainfall has caused water levels to rise rapidly, submerging many areas in Tay Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa Province).

Forum seeks solutions to build brand for Vietnamese Robusta coffee

VICOFA Vice Chairman Thai Nhu Hiep stated that Vietnam is already the world’s largest producer and exporter of Robusta coffee, with an annual output exceeding 1.8 million tonnes.

Vietnam and Kuwait upgrade ties to strategic partnership during historic visit

Vietnam and Kuwait have agreed to elevate their bilateral ties to a strategic partnership, paving the way for expanded cooperation in trade, energy and defense.

Turning straw into gold: Ninh Binh farmers earn thousands each harvest

As the rice harvest season comes to an end, farmers in Ninh Binh are no longer burning their leftover straw. Instead, they are using baling machines to collect and sell the once-discarded byproduct, turning it into a valuable source of income.

Imported Lambretta scooters spark buying frenzy in Vietnam

Despite price tags ranging from over $3,600 to nearly $6,900, Lambretta scooters imported from Thailand - such as the X125, X300, and G350 - are flying off the shelves in Vietnam, proving the strong appeal of this premium scooter line.

Thai Nguyen and Bac Ninh appoint new provincial chairmen

Mr. Vuong Quoc Tuan and Mr. Pham Hoang Son have been officially appointed to lead the People’s Committees of Thai Nguyen and Bac Ninh, respectively, following key leadership transitions.

Apple’s $230 iPhone fabric pouch sells out in minutes

Apple and fashion icon Issey Miyake have created a cult item: a $230 iPhone pouch that vanished from shelves within hours.

Nearly 1,000mm of rain in a day: Central provinces overwhelmed by deadly deluge

In Hue, Quang Tri, and Khanh Hoa, floodwaters have reached rooftops, halted production lines, and triggered widespread evacuations.

Modern lifestyle triggers surge in digestive disorders in Vietnam

Work pressure, late-night routines, irregular meals, and obesity are now key contributors to the rising prevalence of gastrointestinal diseases in Vietnam.

Many meaningful social science majors forced to shut down

Despite their academic value, several social science disciplines are being discontinued due to lack of market demand.

Apple plans historic iPhone overhaul with bold three-year roadmap

A three-year plan kicks off with iPhone Air and will culminate in a foldable iPhone and radical redesigns.

Extreme flooding in Ho Chi Minh City: Experts uncover the root causes

Despite billions invested, HCM City continues to face record-breaking floods, with experts pointing to subsidence and outdated infrastructure.

Le Quang Liem exits 2025 Chess World Cup after dramatic tie-break loss

Vietnam’s top chess player Le Quang Liem has officially bowed out of the 2025 Chess World Cup after a heartbreaking tie-break loss to Germany’s Alexander Donchenko.

HCM City women’s team secure second straight win at AFC Champions League

Ho Chi Minh City Women’s Football Club continued their successful run in the AFC Women’s Champions League 2025/26 with a 2–0 win over Lion City.

Tran Minh Phuong crowned Miss Ethnic Tourism Vietnam 2025

The 20-year-old beauty from Hanoi wins both the crown and “Best Face” award at the pageant finale in Moc Chau.

Torrential rains flood railway in Khanh Hoa, halting trains with 800 passengers

Prolonged heavy rains have submerged railway tracks in Khanh Hoa province, forcing multiple passenger trains carrying about 800 travelers to stop for hours while authorities worked to clear the route and ensure safety.

Hue braces for its fourth consecutive flood as sirens echo across the city

Floodwaters rose rapidly in Hue, submerging streets and prompting school closures and mass evacuations.

Legendary peacock dance by Yang Liping to debut in Vietnam in March 2026

The world-famous artist will take the stage at Ho Guom Theater with a dazzling four-part performance.

Bridge collapse in Quang Ngai leaves over 1,200 residents stranded

Torrential floodwaters have swept away the Nuoc Bao Bridge in Son Ha Commune (Quang Ngai), severing a critical transportation route and leaving more than 1,200 people completely isolated.

Vietnamese comedy-action film dominates box office with $2.2M debut

The film ‘The chase for the Dragon’s Heart’, starring Vietnamese actor Doan Quoc Dam, has ended the prolonged slump of local films at the box office.

Vinh Long leader Lu Quang Ngoi named new chairman of Ca Mau province

On November 17, Lu Quang Ngoi, Vice Secretary of the Ca Mau Provincial Party Committee, was elected Chairman of the Ca Mau People’s Committee for the 2021–2026 term.

False claims of merging 34 provinces into 16 refuted by Ministry of Home Affairs

Rumors circulating on social media about reducing Vietnam’s 34 provinces to 16 are baseless, a top official from the Ministry of Home Affairs has confirmed.