Vietnam is accelerating public-sector restructuring, with ministries required to streamline internal structures in October and major changes planned for education and healthcare.

Separate second-quarter 2026 financial statements from Vietnamese commercial banks reveal a notable shift in demand deposits, or current account savings account (CASA), across the banking sector.

A 5,000-square-meter garden in Quang Ninh is drawing visitors with Atlantic Giant pumpkins weighing dozens of kilograms, including one that has reached 126kg.

The iPhone 20 Pro Max could feature an unprecedentedly large display, potentially making it one of the most anticipated technology products of 2027.

To drive new growth, Politburo Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW calls for modern digital infrastructure, high-quality Internet access and large-scale data centres to underpin a national data platform.

The iPhone 17 could become the standard iPhone to remain at the top of Apple’s lineup for the longest period in company history, surpassing a record set by the iPhone 4 in 2010.

Every land parcel in Vietnam is set to receive a unique identification code independent of administrative boundaries, paving the way for a shift from paper land-use certificates to data-based management and integration with VNeID.

The case of Phuong Diem Huyen is not an isolated one; numerous singers routinely upload musical works to YouTube channels without obtaining permission or paying royalties as mandated by law.

Apple's rumored foldable iPhone Ultra is expected to arrive in just two color options, both apparently designed to give the device a distinctly premium and professional look.

YouTube's new Premium Lite subscription costs about $1.90 a month in Vietnam, allowing users to watch most videos without ads while offering several additional features.

Apple’s iPhone Ultra is expected to officially debut this September, but the US technology giant is reportedly already developing the third generation of its foldable iPhone.

Vietnam enter the ASEAN Cup 2026 semifinals with 74 shots, 13 goals and just one conceded, but Malaysia promise a tougher test of the defending champions’ credentials.

Apple could change the pre-order schedule for the iPhone 18 Pro Max, breaking with its usual annual pattern, while the foldable iPhone Ultra is expected to face limited supply from the moment it launches.

Head coach Nguyen Tuan Kiet has officially announced the 14-player Vietnam women's volleyball squad for the 2026 Asian Championship.

The pressure to succeed at work while caring for children, parents and the household is leaving many women exhausted without realizing they have crossed their limits.

China imported more than 1 million tons of durian in the first half of this year. The world’s second-most populous country spent $3.79 billion on Thai durian, far exceeding the $846 million it paid for imports from Vietnam.

Vietnamese banks are increasing their exposure to real estate, with 12 lenders reporting a combined $42.9 billion in outstanding property loans.

Once deemed inefficient by international oil giants and priced at a symbolic $1, the Dai Hung oil field has undergone a dramatic transformation through science, technology, and Vietnamese ingenuity.

More than six decades after Thich Quang Duc’s historic self-immolation, the Austin that carried him to the site remains preserved at Thien Mu Pagoda in Hue.

The Hai Phong People’s Council has elected a new vice chair of the municipal People’s Council and a new vice chair of the municipal People’s Committee for the 2026-2031 term.

Electric three-wheelers could soon be tested in Vietnam for waste collection, deliveries and firefighting support under a proposal from the Ministry of Public Security.

The Ho Chi Minh City Command says a recovery team has found 11 more sets of remains of fallen soldiers in a second burial trench at Le Thi Rieng Park, bringing the total recovered to 256, along with 151 sets of artifacts.

Hanoi and many northern provinces and cities are enduring an intense heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 38°C in some areas. Hot weather is forecast to persist across northern and central Vietnam in the coming days.

Hanoi traffic police are working with local police to verify a viral clip showing a train knocking a phone from a woman's hand at Hanoi's "train street" cafe area.

Ho Chi Minh City will stage fireworks at seven locations across the city from 9pm to 9.15pm on September 2, including three sites featuring both high- and low-altitude displays and four offering low-altitude shows.