Vietnam's Education Ministry gains two new deputy ministers

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has appointed Doan Trung Kien and Pham Quang Hung as deputy ministers of the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET), according to official announcements released by the ministry.

Vietnam honored after earthquake rescue mission in Venezuela

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung praised Vietnam's earthquake rescue team after its return from Venezuela, describing the mission as a symbol of courage, compassion and international responsibility.

Forecasters warn of more heavy rain across northern Vietnam

After days of widespread downpours, northern Vietnam may face another round of heavy rain as a tropical convergence zone is forecast to affect the region.

Portugal crowned champion at Da Nang International Fireworks Festival

Tens of thousands of spectators gathered along the Han River as Portugal and China delivered a spectacular finale to the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2026, with Portugal emerging as the champion.

VN achieves upper-middle-income status, high-income goal set for 2045

Vietnam has officially entered the group of upper-middle-income economies. This milestone crowns nearly 40 years of Doi Moi (Renovation), opening a new chapter toward the goal of becoming a high-income nation by 2045.

Vichayada Raemmuang claims Vietnam's premier junior golf title

Thailand's Vichayada Raemmuang captured the 10th Vietnam Junior Open title after a composed final-round performance at Silk Path Dong Trieu Golf & Country Club.

15 dead after tourist speedboat overturns near Phu Quoc

A tourist speedboat carrying Indian visitors capsized off Phu Quoc Island in southern Vietnam on July 11, leaving 15 people dead and 21 others rescued, according to authorities in An Giang Province.

National and international esports winners celebrated in Hanoi

Champions of the National Esports Cup and the Esports Grand Championship (EGC) were recognized during The Grand Esports Gala 2026, which concluded in Hanoi on the evening of July 11.

iPhone Air records biggest price drop in Vietnam's iPhone 17 lineup

Apple-authorized retailers across Vietnam have significantly reduced prices on several models in the iPhone 17 lineup, with the iPhone Air posting the steepest discount at nearly US$345.

29-year-old wife battles advanced cancer with husband's unwavering support

At 29, while eagerly planning to start a family, Danh Thi Lan Oanh never imagined she would be confronted with a devastating turning point: stage 4 breast cancer that had already spread to her bones.

Cho Hae Ryong: The Korean voice captivating Vietnamese audiences

Korean soprano Cho Hae Ryong has become a familiar face on Vietnamese stages, earning praise for her crystal-clear voice and remarkably natural Vietnamese pronunciation despite not speaking the language fluently.

From scrap metal collector to valedictorian at VNU Hanoi University of Education

With a GPA of 3.98/4.0, Phung Nguyen Ngoc Anh graduated as valedictorian of Hanoi National University of Education (HNUE) in 2026.

Earning VND45 mil/month, young couple choose countryside life

With the income of VND45 million per month, the young couple still had to stretch to cover living expenses. Feeling that life in Hanoi was unstable, they decided to leave the city for their hometown.

This pungent Gia Lai specialty has won loyal fans in Ho Chi Minh City

With its pungent aroma and dark gray broth, bun cua thoi may surprise first-time diners. Yet this distinctive Gia Lai specialty has attracted loyal customers to a small Ho Chi Minh City eatery for nearly a decade.

Apple may earn less per iPhone 18 Pro Max despite higher prices

Apple may have little choice but to raise the price of the iPhone 18 Pro Max as component costs surge, although the company could still earn less profit on each device than its predecessor.

Vietnam's industrial parks must evolve to attract global tech giants

Experts at the Vietnam Industrial Park Summit 2026 called for a fundamental overhaul of the country's industrial park model to support long-term industrial growth.

Vietnamese are delaying marriage beyond age 27, health official says

The Ministry of Health has identified delayed marriage among young adults as one of the country's most pressing demographic challenges.

A 95-year-old mother of 10 continues to inspire with strength and kindness

At nearly 100 years old, Duong Thi Xoan continues to care for herself, tend her garden and prepare meals, while passing down lessons of kindness and compassion to more than 60 descendants.

Apple accelerates work on its most expensive iPhone ever

Apple is reportedly stepping up preparations for its first foldable iPhone, widely referred to by industry observers as the iPhone Ultra, as the company races to meet an increasingly tight production schedule.

VN's industrial parks must go digital to attract high-quality FDI, experts say

Vietnam's industrial parks are being urged to adopt AI, data-driven management and green technologies to strengthen their appeal to multinational manufacturers.

Award-winning study advances immediate breast reconstruction in Vietnam

Doctors at K Hospital have been recognized for research showing that immediate breast reconstruction can significantly improve long-term quality of life for breast cancer patients.

Vietnam claims first-ever Grand Prize at HackTheOn Sejong

Four students from VN's Academy of Cryptography Techniques have won the Grand Prize, the highest honor at the HackTheOn Sejong 2026 international cybersecurity competition, marking the first time a Vietnamese team has claimed the event's top award.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's rumored purple finish wins over Samsung fans

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is expected to arrive in four colors, with leaked images and an online poll suggesting that a new purple finish could become the lineup's most popular option.

Hanoi warns against unverified online planning information

Hanoi authorities have warned that websites and social media platforms charging users to access information on the capital's long-term urban planning are using unverified data that may not reflect officially approved plans.

Vietnam's auto sales rise 15% in first half of 2026

Vietnam's auto market grew 15% in the first half of 2026, while June sales rebounded modestly after two consecutive months of decline, according to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers' Association.