Vietnam’s top leader meets Russian veterans, friendship representatives

Party General Secretary and President To Lam met representatives of the Russian War Veterans Association and the Russia–Vietnam Friendship Association in Moscow on September 7. The meeting took place during his state visit to Russia.

Vietnamese NA President meets with Korean Prime Minister

Vietnam attaches great importance to its relations with the Republic of Korea (RoK) and seeks deeper, more effective and sustainable ties under their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Vietnam’s costliest film faces historic losses after box-office flop

The Last Secret of the First Emperor, the most expensive Vietnamese film ever made with a $3.8 million production budget, is now at risk of becoming the country’s biggest box-office loss.

He nearly quit university, then won a top scholarship to Ireland

Before winning an Irish Government scholarship, Le Van Hung had faced such intense academic pressure that he considered dropping out of university - and later endured years of scholarship rejection letters.

The fascinating traditions behind a Red Dao wedding in Vietnam

Trumpets lead the wedding procession as a Red Dao bride, her face hidden beneath a red veil, crosses a basin after a ritual to ward off evil before joining her groom in 12 bows to their ancestors.

iPhone 18 Pro Max tipped for two major display upgrades

Apple could give the iPhone 18 Pro Max two significant display upgrades, combining more efficient LTPO+ technology with a Dynamic Island rumored to be around 35% smaller.

Vietnam suffer another injury blow ahead of FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026

After losing Do Duy Manh, Vietnam coach Kim Sang Sik has suffered another injury blow, with Nguyen Van Vi ruled out for around a month ahead of FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026.

Apple’s biggest event of 2026: 6 products expected this week

Apple’s biggest event of the year is just days away. Beyond the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra, several other highly anticipated products could make their debut.

McLaren 750S Spider price surges 43% in Vietnam in just two years

Buying a new McLaren in Vietnam has become considerably more expensive, with prices rising by up to about 24% in the latest adjustment and the costliest model nearing $1.2 million.

HCMC plans 3 KOL-run media accounts for every local community

HCM City plans to establish three media accounts in every commune, ward and special zone, focusing on government-resident engagement, culture and society, and the economy, with the accounts to be operated by local content creators.

Vietnam busts maritime drug ring, seizes over 1.1 tons of narcotics

Vietnamese authorities have dismantled an illegal maritime drug trafficking ring and seized more than 1.1 tons of synthetic drugs, according to the Ministry of Public Security’s Drug Crime Investigation Police Department.

'Zero Meets Hero' nears $7.6 million as new Vietnamese films hit theaters

“Zero Meets Hero” continued its unbeaten run at the Vietnamese box office over the weekend, while “Len huong,” featuring “Red Rain” actress Ha Anh, is preparing to hit theaters.

New rugged phone has a detachable action camera unlike an iPhone

A new rugged smartphone is turning heads with an unusual feature that lets users detach its main camera and use it independently like a GoPro-style action camera.

Ede people pray for abundance in a centuries-old ritual

Amid the fields, a small stilt house and bamboo granary rise beneath hanging wind chimes, creating the sacred setting for the Ede people’s prosperity ritual in Dak Lak.

NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man welcomed in Seoul on official South Korea visit

South Korean National Assembly Speaker Cho Jeong Sik hosted an official welcome ceremony for Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and a high-ranking delegation in Seoul on the morning of Sept. 7.

Vietnamese athletes to receive extra cash for Asian Games medals

Vietnamese athletes who win medals at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 will receive government-mandated rewards as well as additional cash bonuses from sponsors.

Early cold spell to hit northern Vietnam, East Sea faces storm risk

Northern Vietnam is set for its first cold spell of the 2026-2027 season several days earlier than usual, while forecasters are tracking a tropical system that could strengthen into a storm.

Vietnam stocks plunge, but Pham Nhat Vuong holds global top-60 spot

Vietnam’s stock market suffered a sharp reversal on Sept. 7, but Vingroup founder Pham Nhat Vuong retained his place among the world’s 60 richest people with a $37.8 billion fortune.

Vietnam’s VTVgo takes a major step toward becoming a super app

Powered by AI and Big Data, VTVgo The Next represents Vietnam Television’s ambition to turn its streaming platform into a comprehensive digital ecosystem for Vietnamese families.

Russian honor guard welcomes Vietnam’s Party Chief, President To Lam in Moscow

A Russian honor guard held a ceremonial parade at the airport to welcome General Secretary and President To Lam, his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation.

Vietnam U20 captain apologizes to fans after Asian qualifiers exit

Vietnam U20 captain Nguyen Quoc Khanh has apologized to fans and the 2009 generation after the team failed to achieve its goal in the 2027 AFC U20 Asian Cup qualifiers.

Hanoi Jazztival 2026: Where jazz, heritage and the city meet

Hanoi Jazztival 2026 is closely tied to the capital’s cultural industry strategy and its commitments as a member of UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network.

Two senior officials appointed deputy inspectors general of Vietnam

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has appointed Dong Thap Chairman Pham Thanh Ngai and Hue Police Director Nguyen Thanh Tuan as deputy inspectors general of the Government Inspectorate.

At 92, Hanoi collector lives among treasures gathered over 70 years

Since his 20s, Vuong Dinh Que has traveled through Hanoi’s alleys and neighboring villages in search of beautiful old wooden pieces, building a collection spanning seven decades.

Vietnam calls on KOLs to become anchors of trust in the AI era

With AI-driven misinformation pushing online trust to a 15-year low, more than 1,000 KOLs are being called on to become “anchors of trust” and help defend the truth.