Vietnamese grandma becomes online shopping sensation with daily deliveries

A video of an 80-year-old woman sitting in front of dozens of delivery packages while a cheerful shipper hands them over has delighted online viewers.

Fisherman’s discovery of statue underwater leads to sacred temple in HCMC

With a history spanning over a century, rooted in the legend of a fisherman discovering a statue, the small yet renowned Sa Tan Temple in G oVap district in HCM City draws many visitors daily seeking peace and prosperity.

Tragic loss of life from fires shows urgent need for better safety measures

Recent severe fires breaking out at night have claimed numerous lives, with victims unable to escape in time. These tragedies continue to highlight the danger of fire safety risks in residential areas, particularly in homes combined with businesses.

Vietnam energy company hit by $2.5 million ransomware attack

The A05 Department of the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) has reported that a Vietnamese energy company suffered a ransomware attack, but there was no mechanism to pay a ransom, even for $1.

Master’s and doctoral degrees: are they a must for commune-level officers?

Since the work of civil servants at the grassroots level involves performing direct tasks, the way of choosing grassroots officers must be different from that of choosing strategic thinkers.

Vietnam leads globally in AI hiring interest, Microsoft reports

91% of business leaders in Vietnam are exploring AI-specific roles, outpacing global trends.

HCM City to spotlight heritage with $2M lighting upgrade

The city will illuminate iconic structures like Ben Thanh Market and Mong Bridge to highlight cultural heritage and attract tourism.

Vietnam must dive deep in AI to solve real national problems

Experts stress that superficial use of AI won’t work - Vietnam must invest in deep R&D and develop homegrown solutions to tackle its challenges.

Vietnam to scrap flat tax model for household businesses by 2026

The Finance Ministry plans to eliminate the flat tax, citing fairness and transparency concerns, with all businesses required to file self-declared taxes.

Private sector to contribute over USD 2 billion to HCM City Ring Road 4

Officials push for flexible investment rules to advance major road network project.

US giant funds semiconductor training tech for Vietnam

Lam Research will donate its digital twin Semiverse platform to Vietnamese institutions to train a skilled semiconductor workforce.

Budapest to host forum on Vietnamese values in the age of AI

A major forum in Budapest will gather Vietnamese women in Europe to explore how technology and tradition can coexist in a rapidly digitizing world.

Vietnam advances plan for global financial centers in HCMC and Da Nang

The National Assembly debated a bold plan to establish financial hubs in HCMC and Da Nang with advanced regulatory frameworks.

Chinese traders buy 4,000 tons of Bac Giang lychees in 10 days

Vietnam's lychee exports to China surge, with 4,000 tons sold in just 10 days amid strong early-season demand.

Madam Le Thi Bich Tran explores French medieval village and art treasures

French First Lady Brigitte Macron welcomes spouses of global leaders to an artistic excursion.

Hoi An hit by rare summer flood, streets deserted and shops shuttered

Heavy rain and hydropower discharges inundate central Vietnam’s ancient town in mid-June.

Storm-triggered landslide topples house, floods crops in Quang Tri

Torrential rains from Storm Wutip caused landslides, property loss, and widespread crop flooding in central Vietnam.

Vietnam signals openness to U.S. goods, urges fair reciprocity

Minister Nguyen Hong Dien calls for balanced trade moves as talks with the U.S. progress.

Four Chinese nationals pepper-sprayed a driver and stole his car in Thanh Hoa.

Thanh Hoa police arrested four Chinese nationals who used pepper spray to steal a vehicle from a ride-hailing driver on a local expressway.

Flights diverted, canceled as Storm Wutip disrupts travel to Da Nang

Heavy rains forced Vietnam Airlines flights to divert or return to Hanoi, causing delays and cancellations across the network.

Storm Wutip strengthens, heavy rain spreads to Nghe An

Tropical Storm Wutip intensifies while expanding its heavy rain impact to southern Nghe An.

Vietnamese leaders welcome Lithuanian president, eye closer cooperation

General Secretary To Lam, President Luong Cuong, and National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man held separate meetings and talks today with Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda during his official visit to Vietnam.

Nearly 70 tons of illegal animal meat seized in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City’s economic police division has uncovered nearly 70 tons of animal organs and meat with unclear origin, following inspections of two businesses and one individual suspected of violating food safety regulations.

Vietnam sweeps Australia to reach AVC semifinals

The Vietnamese women's volleyball team defeated Australia in straight sets to secure a semifinal clash with Kazakhstan in the 2025 AVC Nations Cup.

THACO’s challenge: VND23 trillion yearly for high-speed railway project

THACO’s ambition to undertake the $67 billion North-South high-speed railway project faces a daunting financial challenge.