Preserving Khmer palm leaf scripture in An Giang Province

Centuries-old palm leaf manuscripts held sacred by the Khmer people in An Giang Province are not only religious texts but also living legacies of craftsmanship, philosophy, and cultural identity.

Two detained in factory collapse that killed three in Binh Duong

A Chinese investor and Vietnamese contractor are under investigation after a concrete floor collapsed during construction.

Thousands crowd Saigon River for April 30 fireworks preview

Ho Chi Minh City residents gather downtown for a night of fireworks, 3D mapping, and art.

Vietnam hands over remains of four missing US soldiers in Da Nang

Vietnam and the US held the 169th repatriation ceremony for American soldiers missing in action during the Vietnam War, highlighting decades of reconciliation efforts.

Fire breaks out at Ba Vi National Park, prompting emergency response

A major fire erupted at Ba Vi National Park in Hanoi, sending thick smoke into the air and alarming local residents on the evening of April 19.

Lao troops arrive in Vietnam for April 30 parade rehearsal

A military delegation from Laos has arrived in Vietnam to take part in joint rehearsals for the national parade commemorating the 50th anniversary of the country's reunification on April 30.

From airports to expressways: Vietnam begins 80 major projects in one day

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Southern Liberation and National Reunification, the Ministry of Construction today organized a series of groundbreaking and inauguration ceremonies for key national projects across the country.

Vietnam’s newest terminal opens with smart airport features

Vietnam’s largest domestic terminal opens in Ho Chi Minh City, bringing advanced biometric and AI-based technologies to air travel.

Soviet military experts supported Vietnam’s resistance for a decade

From July 1965, the Soviet government established a team of military experts and sent them to assist the Vietnam People's Army in two main areas: air defense and air force.

Hanoi to merge wards across 8 urban districts under restructuring plan

Eight urban districts in Hanoi have begun consulting residents on plans to consolidate wards, as part of a city-wide administrative overhaul.

International troops to march in Vietnam’s reunification day parade

Vietnam will host foreign military delegations in a landmark parade marking 50 years of reunification.

Tainted bean sprouts: Four arrested for using banned chemical

Four production facility owners have been arrested by Nghe An provincial police for using a banned chemical known as “candy water” to soak bean sprouts.

Seasonal bug dish in Vietnam’s Central Highlands stirs curiosity and cravings

Often feared at first sight, cassia larvae and pupae are transformed into a crispy, buttery treat cherished by locals and food adventurers.

Road closures in HCM City for April 30 fireworks and performances

Ho Chi Minh City will restrict traffic on multiple streets for reunification events on April 30.

Nationwide manhunt ends in arrest of fugitive drug trafficker

Bui Dinh Khanh, 31, a key suspect in a major heroin trafficking operation that left one police officer dead, has been arrested in Thanh Hoa Province following a nationwide manhunt.

Vietnam urged to launch full-scale E10 biofuel program by October 2025

To boost ethanol imports from the United States tenfold to approximately 1 million tons annually (equivalent to $1 billion), the Vietnam Biofuel Association has proposed that the government swiftly implement a nationwide E10 biofuel gasoline program.

Avian flu virus A/H5N1 causes rare brain infection in 7-year-old girl

A child in Tay Ninh is being treated in Ho Chi Minh City after H5N1 invaded her nervous system, bypassing typical respiratory symptoms.

Vietnam’s pho honored as national heritage at high-tech festival

On the evening of April 18, the Pho Festival 2025 officially opened at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel with the theme “The essence of Vietnamese pho - A heritage in the digital era.”

Vietnam to join Russia’s Red Square parade with 68 elite soldiers

A delegation of 68 officers from the Army Officer Training School No.1 will represent the Vietnam People’s Army at the Victory Day military parade held at Moscow’s iconic Red Square.

Reunion day for six siblings from different battlefronts

No matter which side they were on, Lu Cong Bay and his brothers still had faith that one day they would reunite as their mother wished before she passed away.

Great family in Hai Duong has nearly 500 members, 100 tables at annual feast

On the occasion of their ancestor’s death anniversary, a great family of nearly 500 members in Hai Duong, from the elderly to the young, meticulously plans everything to ensure it runs smoothly and meaningfully.

Young Vietnamese embrace ‘id.vn’ domains for personal branding websites

With an id.vn domain personal website, young people can now have a professional “online portfolio” that will help them easily link to recruiters.

Gen Z student earns PhD scholarship in Singapore with aim to cure dad’s disease

Witnessing her father’s struggles with illness, Nhan once resolved to pursue pharmaceutical chemistry with the dream of contributing to effective therapies to treat diseases like the one contracted by her father.

Discover the new Hung Yen: no mountains, rich traditions

The merger of Hung Yen and Thai Binh will create a unique Vietnamese province with no mountains but a rich tapestry of culture and tourism.

Hai Phong-Hai Duong merger creates city with world-class specialties

From seasonal rươi to export-grade lychees, the new Hai Phong City is a food-lover’s paradise.