Galaxy S26 Ultra makes a small leap in battery, while rivals surge ahead

After years of waiting, Samsung finally increases the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s battery - but the change is barely noticeable.

Major business figures face prosecution after two investigations conclude

The Police Agency has completed the investigation conclusions in two cases in which many major figures were proposed for prosecution for the crimes of “giving bribes” and “forgery” in work.

2025 Vietnam luxury-SUV landscape signals electrification shift

Although the luxury segment showed signs of slowing down, 2025 witnessed a massive landing of luxury SUVs, giving the Vietnamese wealthy more attractive choices than ever before.

Organ donation and the right to refuse: A heartbreaking case sparks debate

A multi-organ transplant case was called off just before surgery, raising critical questions about who holds decision-making power after brain death.

Students create post-stroke rehabilitation system priced at VND100 million

A lower-limb rehabilitation monitoring system for post-stroke patients developed by a group of five students has received a valuation of VND100 million. The product has been tested on real patients.

Vietnam ranks among world’s fastest 5G rollouts

With one mobile operator covering 90 percent of the population in just 12 months, the Telecommunications Authority has reported that Vietnam’s 5G rollout speed ranks among the fastest in the world.

Young Tay girl breaks barriers, joins multinational leadership program

Before even graduating from university, Vy Tra secured a full-time position at a multinational corporation through a prestigious management trainee program designed to cultivate future leaders.

Vietnam prepares for sustainable acceleration in 2026

Dr. Can Van Luc outlines the country’s strategic targets for reform and growth amid global uncertainty.

Vietnamese consumers ready to pay more for peace of mind in online shopping

A growing number of online consumers in Vietnam and Southeast Asia are choosing peace of mind over low prices, with nearly 90% preferring to shop from official brand stores - even if it means paying up to 30% more.

The General Secretary’s 10-word formula for fighting corruption and waste

Waste is no longer just an economic issue - it’s a political one. Vietnam takes a comprehensive approach to tackle it.

Galaxy S26 Ultra vs S25 Ultra: Is the upgrade really worth it?

As Samsung prepares to launch its Galaxy S26 Ultra, many current S25 Ultra users are left wondering: Is it time to upgrade?

Preserving Hanoi’s soul: The crossroads of safety and culture on Train Street

The trains may bring danger, but the street brings soul. Must Hanoi choose?

HCMC National University targets 1,500 more PhDs in 5 years

Vietnam National University, HCMC (VNU-HCMC) has set a target of adding 1,500 PhDs over the next five years and is stepping up multiple initiatives to turn this goal into reality.

A year in the soil: The quiet craft behind Vietnam’s prized kumquat trees

Những ngày này, người dân vùng trồng quất cảnh Nam Phong (phường Vị Khê, tỉnh Ninh Bình) đang tất bật cắt tỉa, tạo dáng cây, chuẩn bị cho mùa vụ quan trọng nhất năm.

Prime Minister: Agriculture remains key pillar of Vietnam’s economic growth

The agriculture sector achieved key milestones in 2025 despite climate shocks and economic turbulence, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

The rise of data as the new oil in Vietnam’s digital economy

Vietnam is entering the data age with bold ambitions to turn raw data into a powerful engine for sustainable growth.

Record-breaking budget revenue surpasses projections by over 30%

As 2025 came to a close, one figure stood out: budget revenue managed by tax authorities surpassed 2.2 quadrillion VND ($92 billion) for the first time, exceeding the target set by the National Assembly by more than 30 percent - a historic surplus.

‘Heaven’s gift’ from the highlands: The garlic that grows alone & sells out fast

Harvested sporadically with low yield, this delicacy remains highly sought after despite its steep price, with food lovers willingly spending millions of dong to have it shipped hundreds of kilometers from Son La.

From policy to results: Vietnam's leadership pushes for real action in 2026

General Secretary To Lam has declared 2026 a year of "breakthrough action and tangible results" - a pivotal moment in Vietnam’s reform journey.

A treasure of dynasties: 47 royal edicts found in Vietnam’s Thanh Nga temple

A set of nearly 400-year-old royal edicts found hidden in a village temple is being hailed as a priceless cultural treasure of Thanh Hoa.

Moc Chau’s plum blossom season: A quiet love story in white

It’s more than just a season of bloom. In Moc Chau, the soft white of plum flowers is woven into daily life, memory, and the breath of ethnic highland communities. It lingers, softly but deeply, in the hearts of those who pass through.

Viral banana fritter shop in Can Tho charms fans with furry cashier

In the heart of Can Tho, a modest banana fritter shop has become a viral sensation - thanks to a crispy secret recipe, daily livestreams, and a very special cashier: a dog named Gau.

New Zealand offers record number of scholarships to Vietnamese students

From January to March 2026, students in grades 8–10 can apply for one of 56 prestigious scholarships to study at top New Zealand secondary schools.

Passenger bus overturns in Son La, 11 injured in early morning crash

At around 5:00 a.m. on January 5, a passenger coach traveling from Quang Ninh to Song Ma overturned on National Highway 37 in the northern province of Son La, injuring 11 of the 22 passengers on board.

Box office twist: crime thriller outpaces Hollywood and homegrown rom-com

This past weekend saw a heated race at Vietnam’s box office between two domestic titles: the hard-hitting crime drama Thien duong mau and Ai thuong ai men, a romantic comedy led by popular actress Thu Trang.