13-year-old girl in Hanoi has C-shaped spine, bent 'like a dragon'

The curved spinal condition, called scoliosis, not only alters her physical appearance but also makes it difficult to stand, increases risks of falls, and affects internal organs, particularly the heart, lungs and abdomen.

Students win prize for turning industrial waste into fire-resistant material

A team of students from Hanoi University of Civil Engineering won first prize at the 2025 Student Startup Competition with their project on converting industrial waste into a fire-resistant, heat-insulating material.

Unusually tasty Vinh Phuc delicacy: beef bitten by swarms of ants

Before cooking, Tam Dao (Vinh Phuc) locals provoke ant nests to swarm over and bite into chunks of beef, a method that enhances flavor, making it a popular local specialty.

President Luong Cuong congratulates newly elected Pope Leo XIV

On the occasion of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost being elected the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, taking the papal name Leo XIV, President Luong Cuong on May 10 sent a congratulatory message.

Vietnam’s General Secretary To Lam visits Kremlin, meets with Putin and Volodin

General Secretary To Lam met with Russian President Vladimir Putin for a private high-level discussion at the Kremlin on May 10.

Party Chief To Lam meets Xi Jinping, world leaders at Putin’s state banquet

On the evening of May 9, during a state banquet hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin for high-level leaders attending his inauguration, General Secretary To Lam engaged in bilateral meetings with several foreign heads of state and government.

Vietnam’s General Secretary honored by Russia’s top academy

General Secretary To Lam has been awarded the title of Honorary Professor by the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration (RANEPA).

Vietnam wins gymnastics World Cup gold, triumphs over China in canoeing

Vietnam’s artistic gymnastics and canoeing teams brought home major victories on May 10, earning medals at the World Cup and Asian Championship 2025.

Vietnam accelerates plans for global finance center with cutting-edge strategies

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasized that establishing an international financial center in Vietnam is crucial and must be pursued with determination to support rapid and sustainable national development.

Y Nhi stuns with 15-spin twirl in Central Highlands costume at Miss World

Miss Vietnam Huynh Tran Y Nhi captivated the audience at the opening ceremony of Miss World 2025 with her radiant stage presence, traditional costume inspired by the Central Highlands, and a dazzling 15-spin performance.

Investment approval rules must go, says economist Nguyen Dinh Cung

Vietnam’s investment environment must improve by eliminating outdated administrative barriers.

Pork dish priced in millions sparks food safety scandal across Vietnam

Viral sensation lòng se điếu faces backlash over authenticity, chemicals, and misleading claims.

Hanoi noodle and pho shops hike prices by VND 5,000 amid rising costs

Many eateries in Hanoi have raised prices, with noodle and pho shops increasing by VND 5,000 (approximately USD 0.20) per bowl due to soaring input costs.

AI, smartphones, and pork rolls: How Gen Z revolutionizes local food sales

Young Vietnamese turn local food into viral e-commerce hits through livestreaming and creativity.

The immortal heart of Bodhisattva Thich Quang Duc remembered by revered monks

"Bodhisattva Thich Quang Duc is a radiant symbol of the compassion, wisdom, and courage of a living bodhisattva, and of the engaged spirit of Vietnamese Buddhism," said the Fourth Supreme Patriarch.

Grave robbers dig ancient tombs from kings to legends in search of treasure

Before the recent case of two Chinese nationals excavating the tomb of King Le Tuc Tong, Vietnam had already witnessed numerous grave robberies and relic thefts that damaged heritage sites and violated the nation's cultural assets.

10-day forecast: From storms to sun, Vietnam’s weather sees dramatic shifts

Experts from the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting have provided detailed weather predictions for the 10-day period.

World's tallest Buddha statue to rise in Vietnam’s Thanh Hoa Province

Vietnam’s spiritual tourism sector is set to make history with a 167.5m Buddha statue atop Nua Mountain.

Vietnam’s new tech law aims to boost digital enterprise growth

The Digital Technology Industry Law sets the foundation for a booming tech sector and digital transformation.

Vietnam's highest electricity rate now USD 0.21 per kWh during peak hours

Effective May 10, electricity prices rise by 4.8%, with commercial rates peaking at over VND 5,400/kWh.

Da Nang explores new urban rail link to connect with Quang Nam

Da Nang has established a task force to study the potential investment in an urban railway project that would connect the city with neighboring Quang Nam Province.

Locals form human chain to aid watermelon truck driver after crash

After a collision scattered tons of fruit across the road, locals rallied to sell watermelons and support the injured driver.

After-hours tutoring continues in disguised forms, despite new ban

Teachers continue running extra classes outside regular school hours, though the ban on the type of private tutoring stipulated in Circular 29 took effect three months ago.

Professor rejects claims of unfair exclusion from professor council election

Regarding the election of candidates for the Grassroots Professor Council at Pham Ngoc Thach University of Medicine, Professor Ngo Minh Xuan said there was no instance of a qualified professor being excluded in violation of regulations.

Multiple bribery cases involving judicial activities prosecuted

The Supreme People's Procuracy has reported that over the past six months, numerous cases from investigative agencies, procuracies and courts have been prosecuted for crimes related to judicial violations within judicial activities.