500-year-old Phuoc Tich village draws visitors thanks to heritage tourism

Phuoc Tich, a village more than five centuries old set along the O Lau River roughly 40 km north of Hue, holds a quiet, weathered beauty that captures the stamp of traditional north-central Vietnamese rural life.

Hanoi street vendor draws hour-long lines for his handmade bo bia

A humble bo bia vendor in Hanoi has become an unlikely social media sensation, drawing long queues of customers willing to wait more than an hour for a snack.

Eel-like “lich” fish becomes sought-after seasonal delicacy in Vietnam

Known locally as “lich,” the wild-caught creature is considered a seasonal specialty across parts of central and southern Vietnam.

Floating funeral feast in Vietnam stuns millions with fish pond conveyor idea

A family in Co To District in Vietnam’s An Giang Province has gone viral after transforming a traditional memorial feast into an unusual floating dining experience.

Why an iPhone Neo could become Apple’s next big mistake

The iPhone Neo would sit below the $599 “e” lineup, potentially costing as little as $399. But Apple may struggle to make the device genuinely appealing.

23-year-old’s tender care for grandmother touches thousands online

The sight of a 23-year-old patiently comforting his nearly 90-year-old grandmother like a small child, with endless tenderness and love, has left many witnesses deeply moved.

Vietnamese cinema earns record revenue but faces critical gaps

Vietnam’s film industry reached a historic milestone in 2025, generating an estimated 3.65 trillion VND ($143 million) in domestic box office revenue.

How ethnic minority communities are turning culture into digital livelihoods

Digital transformation is opening a new chapter for ethnic minority communities in Vietnam - one where people can own, protect and earn from the stories of their own culture.

Inside Da Nang’s museum of 12 priceless Cham national treasures

Over centuries, many Champa artifacts have remained remarkably well preserved in Da Nang, becoming national treasures of exceptional historical, artistic and spiritual value.

New wave of mega projects set to reshape Ho Chi Minh City

From a sea-crossing tunnel to airport rail links, Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating major infrastructure investments across the southern region.

Vietnam unveils timeline for $67 billion high-speed railway

Vietnam’s long-planned North-South high-speed railway project is expected to complete feasibility study procedures and break ground sometime between the fourth quarter of 2026 and the fourth quarter of 2028.

Hanoi cafés reinvent sidewalk culture after outdoor seating crackdown

Unable to use public sidewalks as before, many Hanoi cafés are finding unusual new ways to keep customers coming back.

Apple’s MacBook Neo leaves the PC industry scrambling

Apple’s MacBook Neo may have launched quietly, but reactions from Google and Microsoft suggest the laptop has become impossible to ignore.

Early lychee harvest hit hard as premium fruit prices triple

Early-season lychee production in Bac Ninh has been hit hard this year, with output dropping by more than half and pest outbreaks creating an unprecedented gap between premium and lower-grade fruit.

Vietnam’s new Law on Belief and Religion marks six major breakthroughs

Vietnam’s Law on Belief and Religion No. 07/2026/QH16 is expected to comprehensively address long-standing practical challenges while aligning with the country’s administrative restructuring and national digital transformation agenda.

When AI enters the temple: Buddhism confronts the digital age

The arrival of artificial intelligence in Buddhist spaces marks a fascinating intersection between technology and spiritual philosophy.

Apple turns flawed iPhone chips into MacBook Neo sales goldmine

Long known for its premium devices, Apple is now proving it can dominate the budget segment as well, even as many rivals struggle with rising production costs.

Vietnam peacekeepers build bridges and goodwill in Africa

Overcoming hardship and danger, Vietnamese soldiers serving in United Nations peacekeeping operations in Africa are building bridges, restoring roads and bringing smiles to communities across the “Black Continent.”

Vietnam imports nearly $930 million worth of meat in four months

Vietnamese businesses spent nearly USD930 million importing meat and meat by-products during the first four months of this year to meet rising domestic consumption demand.

Vietnam plans massive expressway expansion worth nearly $19 billion

Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction has submitted to the government a proposal to expand phased expressway projects nationwide in a bid to reduce congestion and meet growing socio-economic development needs across localities.

Apple struggles with noisy hinge as foldable iPhone launch nears

After years of speculation, Apple’s first foldable iPhone - often referred to as the iPhone Ultra - finally appeared close to launch in 2026.

Airbnb debate reignites as Vietnam hosts generate USD 630 million

As Airbnb expands in Vietnam, concerns over security, overcrowding and residential quality of life continue to divide opinion.

Vietnam introduces childbirth support policy from 2027

Vietnam will provide financial support for women having two children before age 35 under a new decree.

Hanoi unveils resettlement plan for Red River grand boulevard project

Hanoi plans to build large resettlement urban areas in Long Bien, Linh Nam and Bat Trang for residents affected by the Red River landscape boulevard project.

Vietnamese shrimp sector seeks distinct path in global race

The shrimp industry of Vietnam is under growing pressure to reposition its strategy, shifting from price-based competition to higher value, stronger technology application and deeper supply chain integration.