Vietnam targets merger of up to half of public schools in some areas

Public schools across Vietnam will be reorganized under a new directive that encourages larger institutions while maintaining access to education at the commune level.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra tipped to debut new Mirror View feature

Samsung is reportedly preparing a range of camera upgrades that could make the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra the standout device in its foldable smartphone lineup for 2026.

Conan Movie 29 tops Vietnam box office before official release

The latest Detective Conan film has enjoyed a powerful start in Vietnam, grossing about VND40 billion before its official nationwide release.

Four Hanoi brothers build homes on 3,000 sqm family plot, live in harmony

The secret behind four brothers building homes and living harmoniously on the same family property lies in their mother's wisdom, balance, and unconditional love.

Rare one-in-100,000 natural triplet birth succeeds in Hanoi

Doctors at Hanoi Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital have successfully delivered a woman carrying a rare naturally conceived triplet pregnancy, estimated to occur in only one in every 100,000 pregnancies.

Vietnam settle into Chonburi for ASEAN Cup title defence

Vietnam's national football team has arrived in Chonburi, Thailand, where it will have four days to prepare for its opening match against Timor-Leste at the ASEAN Cup 2026.

How DNA technology is helping name Vietnam's unidentified martyrs

Modern genetic science is transforming Vietnam's efforts to identify fallen soldiers, bringing closure to families through advanced DNA analysis.

Vietnam aims to join top 30 nations in AI and data by 2045

Vietnam has approved a National Data Strategy for 2026-2030 with a vision to 2045, setting an ambitious goal of becoming one of the world's top 30 countries in data governance, data utilization and artificial intelligence (AI).

Vietnam seeded with Japan and South Korea for ASIAD 2026 draw

Vietnam has been placed in the top seeding pot for the men's football tournament at ASIAD 2026, giving the team a significant advantage ahead of the group-stage draw.

Former battlefield land becomes ‘green gold mine’

From the hillsides at the foot of historic Pha Din Pass, macadamia trees are greening many areas in Dien Bien, opening a path to wealth for highland communities.

Vietnam enters ASEAN Cup with confidence but questions remain

Vietnam heads into the ASEAN Cup 2026 on the back of an impressive unbeaten preparation campaign, yet head coach Kim Sang Sik knows his side still has important issues to resolve before beginning its title defense.

Vietnam appoints new Party chief for Phu Quoc special zone

Lieutenant General Dinh Van Noi, Deputy Secretary of the An Giang Provincial Party Committee, has been appointed Party Secretary of the Phu Quoc Special Zone for the 2025–2030 term.

Vietnam plans new criminal offenses targeting cybercrime and pollution

Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security has proposed adding seven new criminal offenses to the country's Criminal Code, with the draft legislation focusing on cybercrime, environmental protection, public safety and organized crime.

Vietnam charges captain over illegal cross-border fishing

A captain from An Giang Province has been arrested as Vietnam intensifies efforts to combat illegal fishing and lift the European Commission's IUU "yellow card."

Vietnam accelerates next-generation DNA testing for fallen soldiers

Vietnam is moving to accelerate the use of next-generation DNA technology to identify the remains of fallen soldiers, offering new hope to families who have waited decades for answers.

Vietnam appoints new standing deputy minister for ethnic affairs

The chairman of Thanh Hoa Province has been appointed to a senior leadership position at the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs.

Vietnam’s Resolution 10 links FDI with national security and autonomy

The Politburo’s Resolution 10 has shifted from the mindset of "attracting FDI" to "creating a high-quality investment ecosystem," and from the pursuit of pure growth to development closely linked with national defense, security, and foreign affairs.

Landslide scars emerge across Lai Chau hills after historic floods

Historic flooding has left deep landslide scars across the hills of Lai Chau Province, where homes were destroyed, lives were lost and authorities warn more heavy rain is on the way.

Tourists fined for damaging protected coral in Nha Trang

Two tourists have been fined after breaking more than 10 kilograms of protected coral at Hon Chong Beach in Nha Trang, prompting renewed warnings about safeguarding Vietnam's fragile marine ecosystems.

AI platform launched to strengthen traceability of Vietnamese farm produce

The project aims to address longstanding challenges facing the agricultural sector, including lengthy certification procedures, limited product traceability and difficulties in complying with increasingly stringent international standards.

Hanoi ranked world's second friendliest city for services

Malaysia's The Star has reported that over the years, Vietnam has consistently been ranked among the world's top 10 most hospitable countries.

Vietnamese students perform impressively at Int’l Chemistry, Biology Olympiads

At the 58th IChO, all four Vietnamese students secured gold medals, placing the country joint first with China and India in terms of the number of golds awarded.

Colourful street carnival brings vibrant spirit to Khanh Hoa Sea Festival 2026

A spectacular street carnival lit up Nha Trang on the evening of July 18 as part of the Khanh Hoa Sea Festival 2026, drawing large crowds of locals and visitors.

RWA Summit 2026 highlights need to balance innovation with risk management

A healthy tokenised asset market must be built on reliable data, verifiable identities, transparent information on assets and cash flows, and effective disclosure and supervision mechanisms, an expert has said.

More than 80% of Vietnam's population uses smartphones

More than 80% of Vietnam's population used smartphones last year, reflecting the country's growing digital connectivity, according to the National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Finance.