Schools across Vietnam to begin new academic year together on September 5

Schools across Vietnam will simultaneously hold opening ceremonies for the 2026-2027 academic year on September 5, with the nationwide event combining in-person and online participation.

Nearly 4 million Vietnamese face a dangerous disorder while sleeping

Obstructive sleep apnea is emerging as a major health challenge in Vietnam, with more than 4 million people over 30 estimated to have the condition and 2.3 million facing moderate to severe disease.

iPhone 17 or iPhone 18: Is waiting until 2027 worth it?

The iPhone 18 may bring a faster chip, more RAM and other upgrades, but a later launch and potential price increases could make the iPhone 17 the smarter buy today.

Vietnam universities seek students as thousands of places go unfilled

More than 325,000 high school exam candidates did not register for university or college admission this year, leaving institutions competing to fill thousands of places.

Chinese community preserves rare Taoist ritual in HCM City

A Taoist master raises his ritual staff and, one by one, breaks five miniature structures representing the five directions of hell - a centuries-old act of spiritual liberation preserved by Ho Chi Minh City’s Chinese community.

Vietnam puts 18 localities on alert as rainfall may exceed 450mm

Hanoi and 17 other localities are preparing for torrential rain from August 17-21, with more than 450mm possible in some areas.

Vinh Long museum brings centuries of Khmer culture to life

Traditional boats, musical instruments and theatrical costumes are among more than 800 exhibits offering a window into the rich culture of Vietnam’s Khmer community.

Lao woman travels over 1,000km to Hanoi for surgery

A 47-year-old Lao woman traveled more than 1,000 kilometers to Hanoi for surgery after being diagnosed with multiple large uterine fibroids that had enlarged her uterus to the size typically seen at around four months of pregnancy.

Honor's rumored 12,000mAh phone raises the stakes for Apple, Samsung

A new smartphone from Chinese phone maker Honor is reportedly entering trial production with a massive 12,000mAh battery, potentially opening an even wider battery-life gap with Apple's iPhone and Samsung's Galaxy devices.

Why airports need more than a ‘drone shield’ to stay safe

Recent drone incursions at Vietnamese airports point to a challenge larger than individual incidents: two aviation ecosystems are increasingly sharing the same sky.

Vietnam put one foot in ASEAN Cup final after Malaysia win

Vietnam broke a 16-year away hoodoo against Malaysia with a 2-0 win that leaves Kim Sang Sik’s side within touching distance of the ASEAN Cup 2026 final.

From Resolution 18 to Resolution 21: a shift in thinking about land

Within just four years, the Central Committee issued two major resolutions on land policy: Resolution 18 in 2022 and Resolution 21 in 2026. This is a rare occurrence for a foundational policy with a comprehensive impact across the national economy.

Vietnam seafood exports soar, but major challenges persist

Seafood export turnover is heading toward the $12 billion mark this year, the highest level ever recorded. However, the powerhouse Vietnamese sector is confronting a series of significant hurdles.

Hanoi mother takes 3 kids to central island for 'worthwhile 10-day summer'

This summer, Tam and her three young children spent 10 days living and experiencing life on Cu Lao Cham. What the family brought back to Hanoi was not just sun-kissed skin, but invaluable lessons and memorable encounters with people.

Veteran plumbs his memories of the last 50 years in search for fallen comrade

More than 50 years after soldier Nguyen Thanh Binh was killed in action, veteran Vo Van Toan still remembers every landmark near his comrade's burial site. From sketches drawn from memory, a new search campaign was launched.

Taiwanese groom in late 60s weds Vietnamese partner after decade together

After living together under one roof for 10 years, a middle-aged couple have celebrated a fulfilling wedding in their later years, surrounded by blessings from their children and relatives.

The elderly couple making a living from Vietnam's grasshopper season

Before dawn each day, a couple in their 60s ride across the countryside in search of grasshoppers - known locally as "flying shrimp" - to earn a living despite their age.

From forest births to modern care: The Chut’s painful road to change

The Chut of Rao Tre have transformed their lives over three decades, but memories of forest births, infant deaths and marriage between relatives remain painfully vivid.

School rearrangement revolutionizes organizational structure

Dr. Vu Minh Duc has said that restructuring the network of educational institutions is revolutionary, enabling the selection of outstanding management personnel to operate the new school model.

Why more Vietnamese fashion brands are disappearing

High operating costs, cautious consumer spending and intensifying competition are forcing Vietnamese fashion brands to scale back or close, including names once familiar to large numbers of shoppers.

Preparing for old age at 40 is far too late: professor

Lifestyle, health, finances, and the psychological mindset formed during youth will dictate quality of life in senior years. Waiting until age 40 to begin preparing for old age is far too late, according to Professor Dr. Nguyen Dinh Cu.

Three face investigation over kites flown near Tan Son Nhat

Three men in Ho Chi Minh City are being investigated after flying large illuminated kites near Tan Son Nhat International Airport, forcing a 14-minute suspension of takeoffs and landings and disrupting 21 flights.

Visually impaired groom in Da Nang travels 1,000km to bring beautiful bride home

After a sweet yet challenging journey of love, the visually impaired man has married the woman he loves.

Memory of late mother inspires student to win PhD scholarship before graduation

Although she earned enough points to enter the Doctor of Medicine program at Hanoi Medical University, Nguyen Vu Thao Tram chose instead to study biology, inspired by her late mother.

International Women’s Beach Volleyball Tournament draws 16 teams

The 2026 International Women’s Beach Volleyball Tournament opened at NovaWorld Phan Thiet in Tien Thanh ward, Lam Dong province, on August 14, bringing together 16 teams from seven countries.