Nam O herring salad: A seaside delicacy rich in tradition

A beloved Da Nang specialty, this herring salad offers flavors as fresh as the sea itself.

Hanoi’s pho treasure: A third-generation shop where quality reigns supreme

On Hang Giay Street, a three-generation pho shop run by Giang’s family continues to captivate early morning crowds with its rich flavors and authentic recipes.

Go Co village: Where time slows and hearts connect

The family of Nguyen Hong Nhat from Hanoi recently enjoyed a memorable trip to the ancient village of Go Co, a seaside hamlet in Quang Ngai province known for its simple thatched-roof homes with earthen walls.

Living National Flag in ao dai inspires pride in Hanoi

Hundreds gather in traditional ao dai to create a living flag, celebrating the Ao Dai Cultural Association’s launch and Vietnam’s heritage.

Vietnam boosts Chikungunya surveillance at borders and clinics

The Ministry of Health has instructed provincial and city governments, institutes, and hospitals to strengthen surveillance and prevention measures against Chikungunya as the disease spreads internationally.

National Assembly Standing Committee to open 48th session August 11

The meeting will review draft laws, pass resolutions, and decide budget issues.

Thousands walk in HCMC to support Agent Orange victims

On the morning of August 10, thousands of people gathered at Dam Sen Cultural Park in Ho Chi Minh City for a charity walk “For victims of Agent Orange/dioxin,” marking the 64th anniversary of the Agent Orange disaster in Vietnam (1961-2025).

Vietnam’s Party chief meets innovation leaders in South Korea

On August 10 in Seoul, shortly after arriving for his state visit to South Korea, Party General Secretary To Lam met with members of the Vietnam Innovation Network and Vietnamese experts and entrepreneurs living in the country.

Vietnam’s Dang Thi Hong tops world scoring at U21 championship

The 19-year-old star leads all scorers with 62 points after three matches.

Foreign national caught using fake BTS to send scam texts in HCMC

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested a foreign national who used two fake mobile base transceiver stations (BTS) installed in a car to distribute mass scam messages impersonating the National Public Service Portal.

Vietnam harnesses community power to preserve world heritage

A public-private-community model in Ninh Binh is proving effective in sustainable heritage management.

Hanoi prioritises charging infrastructure to drive green transport

Hanoi is advancing green transportation as part of its sustainability goals but faces challenges like limited charging infrastructure, inconsistent regulations, and high electric vehicle costs.

Enterprises propose solutions to unlock new tourism resources in HCM City

The business community in Ho Chi Minh City has proposed several initiatives to unlock the tourism potential, particularly in special zones and suburban areas.

Vietnamese engineers win first prize at Global AI Challenge

Three Vietnamese engineers have won Gold Award at The Global AI Challenge for Building E&M Facilities 2025, held in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (China).

Moss dishes from Vietnam’s Northwest go viral on TikTok

Moss, a little-known delicacy from Vietnam’s Northwest, has become the star of TikTok as Pham Thi Phuong Mai’s cooking videos attract millions of views.

Michelin honors 4 Hanoi pho spots for 3rd year, but debate simmers

From price to service, Hanoi’s top-rated pho shops stir online debate despite Michelin accolades.

Vietnam pushes low-carbon rice farming to meet net-zero goal

Vietnam combines SRI methods, tech investment, and carbon credits to reduce GHG emissions

iPhone 17 to debut with OpenAI’s groundbreaking GPT-5 AI

Apple upgrades its AI assistant to GPT-5 in the upcoming iOS, iPadOS, and macOS updates.

Vietnam unlocks science and tech potential with new PPP decree

Government pushes for stronger ecosystems, funding models, and commercialization efforts.

EV boom clashes with charger shortage in Vietnam

Electric car adoption is surging in Vietnam, but charging station infrastructure remains fragmented and underdeveloped.

Shadows of showbiz: The untold struggles of underpaid actors

Behind the glamour, many actors battle wage theft, abuse, and financial ruin while chasing their artistic dreams.

Vietnam police break up cross-border surrogacy ring led by Chinese man

The Criminal Police Department under Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security has dismantled a large-scale commercial surrogacy network operating across borders, masterminded by a Chinese national identified as Wang.

Hanoi to launch heritage-inspired double-decker train

Vietnam Railways Corporation has announced it will launch “The Hanoi Train” on August 19 to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2).

The surprising transformation of a ‘transgender wife’ after 8 years of marriage

From her face and figure to her demeanor and gestures, Tien exudes femininity and grace. As a lover of beauty, she always appears polished and stunning.

Vietnam coffee exports hit $6B record in seven months

Robusta quality upgrades help Vietnam earn USD 6B from coffee exports in seven months.