From the centralized "3-in-1" era to the dawn of two-objective testing

Vietnam's high school examination and university admissions system has undergone sweeping reforms over the past quarter century. Yet each model has revealed its own shortcomings.

Hue city named among Asia's top destinations for traditional cuisine

Hue has been recognised by online travel platform Agoda as one of Asia's most distinctive destinations for traditional cuisine, with its royal culinary heritage continuing to attract travellers seeking authentic cultural experiences.

Vietnam unveils new structure for Culture and Tourism Ministry

Vietnam has issued a new decree restructuring the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, which will now have 18 administrative bodies and four public service units.

Vietnam takes four golds at international math contest in Mongolia

Vietnam’s team won four gold medals, seven silvers, 10 bronzes and two honorable mentions at the 2026 Mongolia International Mathematics Competition (MIMC) in Mongolia.

VN introduces special policies to strengthen anti-money laundering framework

The Vietnamese Government has issued a resolution introducing temporary special policies and mechanisms to address legal bottlenecks in anti-money laundering.

HCMC eyes students’ graduation project for electric bus campaign

Two Graphic Design students have taken their graduation project beyond the classroom, with HCM City considering it for its electric bus communications.

Buddhist monk preserves soldiers’ memories through wartime artifacts

What began with a set of military insignia given as a gift has grown into a collection of more than 500 military and police artifacts, creating a space where a Buddhist monk preserves stories of service, sacrifice and patriotism.

Da Nang builds heritage tourism around Ky Anh Tunnels

Da Nang is expanding its tourism portfolio with a new community-based tourism initiative centred on the Ky Anh Tunnels and the Dam River Reed Bed.

5 reasons to buy the iPhone 17 now instead of waiting for iPhone 18

The iPhone 18 is approaching, but it may not necessarily be worth the wait. Buying an iPhone 17 now could ultimately prove the more cost-effective choice.

Ministry orders fuel supply inspections amid localised shortages

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has ordered local authorities to inspect fuel supplies after some petrol retailers reported difficulties accessing supplies, especially diesel, while adding that no widespread shortages have been reported.

Party chief: Central government should not do localities’ jobs

Vietnam’s latest Party plenum sends a clear message: with the government apparatus streamlined, the priority must now shift from making policy to delivering tangible results.

New US tariff policy should be based on objective, comprehensive assessment

Economic and trade ties between Vietnam and the US have grown remarkably over the years, becoming a key pillar underpinning the elevation of bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Major General To Anh Dung elected chairman of Thanh Hoa

Major General To Anh Dung, director of the Thanh Hoa Provincial Police, has been elected chairman of the provincial People’s Committee for the 2026-2031 term.

Vietnam volleyball makes history with title and ranking breakthrough

Beyond claiming a historic title in the second leg of the 2026 SEA V Cup, Vietnam’s men’s volleyball team has also overtaken Thailand in the world rankings for the first time.

‘Minions & Monsters’ crosses VND150 billion at Vietnam box office

The Vietnamese box office remained lively over the weekend as “Minions & Monsters” crossed VND150 billion and new releases entered the top five.

A shared day of remembrance in villages with hundreds of fallen soldiers

Every July 27, families in two Da Nang villages prepare meals and light incense for hundreds who sacrificed in war -including those whose remains have never been found.

Apple tops Vietnam’s e-commerce brands with over $154 million in H1 2026

Technology brands continued to dominate sales on Vietnam’s e-commerce platforms in the first half of 2026, with Apple taking the top spot with sales of approximately $154 million.

Heavy rain sweeps across Vietnam, northern region faces high landslide risk

A widespread spell of heavy rain is sweeping across many parts of Vietnam. In the mountainous north, locally intense downpours are forecast to continue, heightening the risk of flash floods and landslides.

Ministry orders fuel supply inspections amid localised shortages

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has ordered local authorities to inspect fuel supplies after some petrol retailers reported difficulties accessing supplies, especially diesel, while adding that no widespread shortages have been reported.

Vietnam weighs recognition for two-child families as fertility falls

Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has proposed honoring couples and individuals who have two children in 10 localities where fertility rates have fallen below the national average.

Minimum wage hike yet to deliver a breakthrough in real incomes

Experts say increases in the statutory base salary, pensions and social insurance benefits are necessary to partly offset the impact of rising prices. However, the adjustments are not large enough to deliver a breakthrough in incomes.

Separating national 2-in-1 exams: a relief or an added burden?

Forcing the graduation exam questions to have high differentiation to serve university admissions is "pedagogically forced."

Hybrids ‘dominate’ B-segment SUV market, the hottest car segment in Vietnam

Vietnam's hybrid B-SUV car segment is expanding rapidly as automakers continue introducing new models, highlighting hybrid technology in the country's most competitive automotive category.

Vietnam face Singapore test after seven-goal ASEAN Cup start

Vietnam opened their ASEAN Cup title defense with seven goals, but Singapore promise a tougher examination of Kim Sang Sik’s side at My Dinh Stadium.

Stolen time and again, Buddha statue remains village treasure

For generations, a village in Nghe An has guarded an ancient Buddha statue that has survived war, repeated thefts and billion-dong offers from antique dealers.