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Golden couples of Vietnamese sports
Beyond their dedication and the glory they bring home, these “golden couples” have also inspired fans with beautiful, uplifting images of love and companionship.
Vietnam reaffirms commitment to global peace efforts
By attending the inaugural session of the Peace Council in Washington, Vietnam signals a proactive and responsible approach to addressing regional and global challenges.
Vietnamese football in 2026: Goals and ambitions to rise
The year 2026 marks not only a new chapter in time, but also a convergence of ambition, belief and long-nurtured dreams for Vietnamese football.
Southern region in spring: pilgrimage, leisure, festive spirit
Right after the Lunar New Year, a wide range of festivals will take place across the Southeast and Southwest regions, catering to early-year spiritual demands while offering cultural and tourism experiences.
Enterprises propose initiatives to reduce E10 biofuel prices
Enterprises have suggested that the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) and the Ministry of Finance (MOF) consider exempting or reducing import taxes on ethanol to help lower costs related to E10 gasoline.
Doctors question 6-minute X-ray rule for health insurance payment
New regulations requiring each X-ray scan to last at least six minutes and each echocardiography session to last 30 minutes in order to qualify for health insurance reimbursement have drawn criticism.
Retailers see tax compliance, AI as key to survival in 2026 survey
The findings suggest Vietnam’s retail sector is moving from rapid expansion to consolidation and standardisation, with compliance, cost control and gradual AI adoption emerging as key pillars for sustainable growth.
The paradox of clicking “accept” and the risk of losing control over data
Personal data is the property of each individual, yet in the digital era, users are almost powerless to control their own information after every click on the “accept” button.
Vietnam strengthens appeal to long-term investors
As regional property markets enter 2026 on a more stable footing, Vietnam continues to stand out as a market with solid long-term growth prospects.
Student tops national academic competition, wins 1st prize two years in a row
Vo Thuy Trang, a 12th grader specializing in Biology at the High School for Gifted Students under Hanoi National University of Education, has drawn attention after topping the National Merit Exam in Biology.
Ambassadors, international representatives back Vietnam’s new era breakthrough
International diplomats said they were deeply impressed by the optimism, dynamism and growing sense of happiness evident in the daily lives of the Vietnamese people.
International visitors usher in Lunar New Year in Da Nang with lucky gifts
On the morning of February 17, the first day of the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026, Da Nang joyfully welcomed its first international visitors, offering lucky money, souvenirs and an immersive taste of Vietnam’s Tet atmosphere.
Ha Long Bay welcomes 2,400 cruise guests on first day of Tet
On the morning of February 17, the first day of the Lunar New Year Binh Ngo, 2,400 international visitors arriving aboard two luxury cruise ships became the first guests to set foot in Ha Long Bay in the new year.
AFC sanctions Hanoi Police FC over ineligible players
CAHN (Hanoi Police) FC’s 4-0 victory over Tampines Rovers has been overturned into a 0-3 defeat after the AFC ruled the club fielded two suspended players.
People flock to Hanoi temples to pray for luck on Lunar New Year’s Day
The capital’s ancient pagodas welcomed waves of worshippers on Tet’s first day, where tradition, faith and festive joy blended in the early spring air.
Mega infrastructure projects shaping Vietnam’s economic future
Airports, high-speed railways and deep-sea ports are expected to power Vietnam’s journey toward industrialization by 2045 and Net Zero by 2050.
Nine defining milestones of Vietnam’s auto industry in 2025
A year of record sales, electric momentum and strategic shifts marked 2025 as a turning point for Vietnam’s automotive market.
How Vietnam mastered Thailand in a year of red dominance
Two stunning victories in Bangkok - one at senior level, one at U23 - confirmed Vietnam’s rise. The secret lies beyond tactics, in belief and unity.
Racing with sacred flames into the new year
As the clock strikes the New Year, young men in Dang Chuong village sprint from the communal house, carrying sacred flames to welcome luck and peace.
Midnight pilgrimage to the Mother Goddess shrine
At the exact moment when the old year gives way to the new, hundreds of residents of Tien Huong village in Vu Ban commune, Ninh Binh province, eagerly carry trays of offerings to Phu Day to pray for good fortune.
Crowds gather at Hanoi’s pagodas to welcome the new year
Thousands flock to sacred sites across the capital at midnight and on the first day of Tet (Lunar New Year) to pray for peace, prosperity and good fortune.
A warm Tet under one shared roof for the lonely elderly
Amid the bustling rhythm of the year’s final days, in a quiet corner on the outskirts of Hanoi, a shared roof gently keeps the flame of spring alive for elderly people and children with nowhere else to turn.
When Tet music splits into triumph and turmoil
As V-pop enters Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026, one side surges with creativity and brand-backed hits, the other struggles under “low effort” labels.
“Buy salt at the beginning, lime at the end”: A Tet tradition explained
The age-old saying reflects a deep philosophy about renewal, harmony and the cyclical view of time in Vietnamese culture.
General Secretary To Lam to visit the US for Peace Council meeting
At the invitation of US President Donald Trump, General Secretary To Lam will travel to the US to attend the inaugural session of the Peace Council on Gaza from February 18 to 20.
