Hanoi eyes underground parking at parks and gardens to ease traffic woes

To alleviate pressure on roads, Hanoi is studying the use of underground space beneath public parks for new parking facilities.

HCM City leads in targeting english as second school language

HCMC is taking the lead nationwide in efforts to make English the second language of instruction in schools, with about 30,000 students currently studying Math and Science in English.

Vietnam’s kumquat capital in Ninh Binh reports early sell-out and record profits

Cascade-style kumquat trees in Ninh Binh have become Tet bestsellers, with orders secured months ahead of time.

Five years apart, love unites 'tiny couple' in emotional first meeting

Distance, time, and hardship couldn’t break the bond between this special pair who finally chose each other in real life.

Vietnam U22 players show heartfelt gesture to injured Laos captain

Vietnam’s U22 football players paid a touching visit to injured Laos captain Phetdavanh, who suffered a broken leg during the team’s SEA Games 33 match against Malaysia.

Meet the Vietnamese student shaping education for the next generation

A young Hmong student’s inspiring path from rural Nghe An to the ASEAN climate summit.

In Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, a floating market trades only in firewood

In the heart of Vietnam's Mekong Delta, a one-of-a-kind floating market thrives on a single product: firewood.

Unexpected shift in tropical depression's path as it nears East Sea

A tropical depression currently moving across the central Philippines is likely to shift direction within the next 24 hours.

Prof. Mary Claire King: AI still not ready for clinical medicine

The VinFuture laureate and BRCA1 pioneer urges caution in using AI for patient care despite its research potential.

Vietnam U22 face must-win clash with Malaysia to stay in SEA Games race

Vietnam U22’s hopes of reaching the semifinals at the 33rd SEA Games have come down to a must-win clash against Malaysia U22 in a do-or-die situation.

VN braces for pork price surge ahead of Tet after ASF culls 1.23 million pigs

Tet (Lunar New Year) pork prices could reach 70,000 VND/kg as demand spikes and African swine fever (ASF) hits local supply.

Vietnam weighs criminal charges for serious land and construction violations

The Ministry of Construction revealed it is currently drafting a new decree to replace Decree 16/2022, focusing on administrative sanctions for construction violations.

Tropical depression to reach East Sea on Dec 8 with gusts up to level 8

A tropical depression currently active near the central Philippines is expected to move into the East Sea tomorrow, December 8, while maintaining wind strength at level 6 and gusts reaching level 8.

Vietnam’s Thuy Linh rallies to defeat world No. 42 Letshanaa at SEA Games 33

Vietnam's star shuttler defeats Karupathevan Letshanaa in a thrilling three-set match, giving Vietnam a strong start at SEA Games 33.

Team Vietnam departs for Bangkok, determined to shine at SEA Games 33

Carrying determination and national pride, the Vietnamese delegation sets off for SEA Games 33, aiming for a top-tier finish with 90–110 gold medals.

5 key upgrades make Galaxy S26 Ultra a hot contender in 2025

If you’re thinking about upgrading to the Galaxy S26 Ultra next year, there are at least five good reasons that may help you make up your mind.

PM sternly criticizes 22 ministries and 12 provinces for low disbursement

With just weeks left in the year, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh demands urgent action and accountability to meet public investment goals.

A Hanoi man’s 30-year journey of survival and serenity in Germany

In the biting chill of March, a man left Hanoi behind and stepped into a foreign land - only to find himself slowly blossoming, much like the narcissus blooming through snow.

Vietnamese identity: the core of new business ethics

Amid the country’s international economic integration, Vietnamese businesses are now compelled to update new standards, with corporate culture placed at the forefront.

Farmers in Lam Dong lose everything to floods just weeks before Tet

Heavy floods on December 4 submerged vast areas of farmland in Lam Dong, leaving farmers devastated and unsure how they will afford Tet celebrations.

Handoff land procedures to communes: good for people, bad for quality?

The proposal to delegate land-related administrative procedures to commune/ward authorities has drawn significant attention from VietNamNet readers.

Locally assembled cars hit record high as Vietnam's auto market heats up

The number of new cars entering the Vietnamese market soared in November, with locally assembled vehicles hitting their highest monthly output of the year - a promising sign as the auto sector enters its peak sales season.

HCM City needs strong reform

The following is the second part of an interview given by Nguyen Dinh Cung to VietNamNet about new opportunities for HCMC, considered the ‘locomotive’ of the national economy.

The powerful 60-year journey of Vietnam’s revolutionary photographers

On December 5, the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists (VAPA) celebrated its 60th anniversary (December 8, 1965 – December 8, 2025) with a commemorative event held in Hanoi.

Non-taxable revenue threshold to rise to VND500 million for business households

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has proposed raising the annual revenue threshold exempt from Personal Incone Tax from VND200 million to VND500 million. An estimated 2.3 million household businesses would not be subject to tax.